Plant or meat based diets for mental health?

(Mario) #122

Thanks on the ketone esters!

And understand on cooking with fat and butter vs those oils.

Thank you again for sharing your expertise and insights. Really appreciated!

(Edith) #123

The MCT oil could be contributing to his digestive troubles.

(Bob M) #124

Iā€™m a big fan of beef, and like lamb, but lambā€™s flavor can take a while to like.

As for MCTs, they can cause digestive issues. Iā€™ve had them (issues) in the past. Iā€™m using MCTs now, but I started small (1 teaspoon), and took a while to build up. To troubleshoot, Iā€™d drop the MCTs.

Personally, I find plants cause many more issues than does meat. I canā€™t name any meat that causes me issues, but I can name quite a few plants that do.

Iā€™d concentrate on fatty meat, bacon, eggs, things like that. As treats, there are some reasonable facsimiles of meals you can do. We use a chicken-crust pizza recipe that is good, and there are things like lasagna that I find good too.

If heā€™s not trying to lose weight, there are plenty of fat bombs you can use, many can be made sweet.

And dairy, if tolerated, has plenty of opportunity for high fat.

#125

Just wanted to jump in and say that there isnā€™t a one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to diet and mental health. Every individual is unique, and what works for one person may not work for another. Itā€™s important to listen to your body and experiment with different dietary options to see what works best for you. Remember, keto doesnā€™t have to be all about meat and eggs. There are plenty of plant-based keto-friendly foods available, so you can tailor your diet to your preferences and needs. Additionally, Iā€™d like to point out that initially, itā€™s crucial to contact a mental health line, healthcare professional or nutritionist. They can provide expert advice and guidance based on your specific circumstances.