by Dr Teralyn | May 19, 2026 | BRAIN HEALTH, chemical imbalance theory
When people start thinking about brain health or mental health, diet often comes up. Two of the most talked-about diets are the Mediterranean diet and the ketogenic (keto) diet. Both are often described as “good for the brain,” but they work in very different ways....
by Dr Teralyn | May 5, 2026 | antidepressants, Anxiety & Depression, Anxiety and Depression, BRAIN HEALTH, chemical imbalance theory
Many people notice something strange after starting an SSRI. They crave sugar. Bread, pasta, sweets, and snacks suddenly feel harder to resist. Hunger feels different. Cravings feel urgent. This is often blamed on “emotional eating” or lack of discipline, but that...
by Dr Teralyn | Apr 14, 2026 | antidepressants, Anxiety & Depression, Anxiety and Depression, BRAIN HEALTH, chemical imbalance theory
Mitochondria are tiny parts inside your cells that make energy. Every cell has them, but the brain needs more energy than almost any other part of the body. Thinking, feeling, focusing, remembering, and handling stress all take a lot of power. When mitochondria are...
by Dr Teralyn | Apr 6, 2026 | antidepressants, Anxiety & Depression, BRAIN HEALTH, chemical imbalance theory, Health and Wellness
Traditional therapy often focuses on thoughts, feelings, and behavior. These things matter. But when therapy ignores brain health, it misses a major part of the problem. You cannot talk your way out of a brain that is exhausted, inflamed, under-fueled, or chemically...
by Dr Teralyn | Mar 31, 2026 | antidepressants, Anxiety & Depression, Anxiety and Depression, BRAIN HEALTH, chemical imbalance theory, deprescribing medication
Antipsychotic medications are increasingly being prescribed for sleep problems. Drugs originally developed for schizophrenia and severe psychosis are now commonly given for insomnia, anxiety at night, or difficulty “shutting the brain off.” This trend should raise...
