This Doctor Believes Diet Could Heal Mental Health Disorders and Addiction | Dr. Matt Bernstein

Dr. Matt Bernstein isn’t just a psychiatrist—he’s on the frontlines of a quiet revolution in mental health care. In this episode, Zac and Jay sit down with the founder of Accord, a pioneering residential program in Massachusetts that treats serious mental health conditions by healing the body first. The conversation starts with the question: What is metabolic psychiatry?—and opens into a raw, deeply personal, and paradigm-shifting journey. We talk about why food, sleep, movement, and mindfulness aren’t just wellness buzzwords but powerful interventions for anxiety, depression, OCD, bipolar disorder, and even addiction. Dr. Bernstein shares the story of his own children’s mental health collapse and the grueling search for answers that led him to understand the gut-brain connection, the ketogenic diet as a medical tool, and why most mental health diagnoses might be missing the real root causes. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the mental health system, burned out by meds, or overwhelmed by a diagnosis—this conversation might change the way you think about healing. Topics include: What is metabolic psychiatry? What’s the real buzz around the ketogenic diet and how ketones fuel the brain. PANDAS, long COVID, and immune-related psychiatric symptoms. Why most mental health diagnoses are missing the bigger picture. Can diet replace medication for serious mental health conditions and addiction? What Dr. Bernstein wishes every parent knew about processed food, stress, and their kids' brains. The immersive approach at Accord and why it’s giving people hope again. For more information about Accord, Dr. Matt Bernstein’s innovative mental health program that focuses on metabolic and mental well-being, please click here: https://accordmh.com/ Connect with Zac https://www.instagram.com/zwclark/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/zac-c-746b96254/ https://www.tiktok.com/@zacwclark https://www.strava.com/athletes/55697553 https://twitter.com/zacwclark If you or anyone you know is struggling, please do not hesitate to contact Release: (914) 588-6564 releaserecovery.com @releaserecovery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices