FASTING INSULIN vs FASTING GLUCOSE: Which Test ACTUALLY Reveals Insulin Resistance? with Georgia Ede

What if your mental health really starts in your metabolism? In this episode, Dr. Mindy Pelz sits down with Harvard-trained psychiatrist Dr. Georgia Ede to break down the powerful connection between metabolic health, ketosis, and brain function. You’ll learn: Why the brain needs both glucose and ketones to function properly How insulin resistance impacts depression, anxiety, and cognitive decline The science behind ketogenic diets for mental health Why overnight ketosis supports brain repair How menopause affects brain energy and what to do about it The role of BDNF in neuroplasticity and healing 🎧 New episodes weekly on The Resetter Podcast. For more resources related to today's episode, visit the podcast page here: https://drmindypelz.com/ep334/ MORE ON DR. GEORGIA EDE: Instagram: @GeorgiaEdeMD Facebook: @GeorgiaEdeMD X: @GeorgiaEdeMD LinkedIn: @GeorgiaEdeMD RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: My book Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind: https://www.diagnosisdiet.com/change-your-diet-change-your-mind This newly published first-ever expert consensus paper offering clinical recommendations on ketogenic metabolic therapy for serious mental illness. I served on the expert panel and am a co-author on the paper.: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/nutrition/articles/10.3389/fnut.2026.1749406/full This newly published comprehensive review paper about risks to be aware of with ketogenic diets (I am a coauthor on this paper as well): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41486865/ Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind by Dr. Georgia Ede: https://www.diagnosisdiet.com/change-your-diet-change-your-mind *** Let's be friends! Facebook:   / drmindypelz   Facebook Group:   / resetters   Instagram:   / dr.mindypelz   Tiktok:   / drmindypelz   AFFILIATE DISCLAIMER https://drmindypelz.com/affiliate-dis... ***** Please note the following medical disclaimer: By viewing this video you understand that this video is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor with any questions you may have regarding your health or medical condition. You also understand and agree that the terms of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply to your interaction with us.