FatGirlJenny's Journal, 18 January 2016

I know I feel better when I get the refined carbs out of my system. Less pain, less mental fog. Everyone is different, but it works for me. Plus I am down 52 pounds in 6 months!! 

It's been a godsend for me. Always had seasonal depression. Started this in August. None this year. I was amazed! My family is scattered all over so being with them during the holidays was always tough if not a no go. I did just fine this year. Imagine that!!  

More and more, research is indicating a link between sugar/simple carbs and mental and hormonal disorders or dysfunction. Many who are diagnosed with bipolar may really be experiencing the consequences of a high sugar/ high carbohydrate diet. Children are the victims of this too. LCHF may not be the answer for everyone. I've also read that some who've been LCHF for a long time develop depression (of course you can read anything on the internet), but there is truly no "need" for any kind of refined sugar in the diet whatsoever. Weeding out all sugar may alone cause a great reduction in carbs, and may reduce or eliminate some mental problems. (I'm not a doctor, that's just something I've read also, but it's a change I think more people should try with consideration of their mental fitness in mind and not just their physical appearance.) 

My son suffers from Schizo Affective Bipolar Disorder and the KETO diet is GREAT for him. He has improved so much it is like he got his life back. That and taking Vitamin B6 - which helps regulate the brain chemicals some way. Also a great herb for anxiety/depression is Passion Flower. I had to take it regularly before I quit eating bread - the bread does it to me, so I will avoid wheat products altogether. There is a great site call Vitamins Because You Are Worth It - www.doctorvitaminstore.com/. All herbs and vitamins are buy one, get two free. You can bet, I am a constant customer.  

Sorry ya'll, my son informs me it is B3, not B6 (Niacin)  

Agreed, Shea. Biosynergy also has a great complex called neuroclear. That's awesome, rhontique! Congrats! Nyhardhat, that is wonderful! I couldn't agree more, DLynne! Thanks for sharing, everyone! 😁 

Love Perlmutter's book, Grain Brain. It is what cot me thinking last year. Also Low Carbohydrate Living by Johnny Bowden is excellent. 

Since I have been on LCHF, I have been able to cut my SSRI (antidepressant dose) dose in half! And that is something considering I have been on this dose for nearly 10 years! I also have SAD (a bad thing to have living in the Northeast) and have been totally fine so far. I agree that the brain thrives and functions better in a high ketone environment. 

My life has improved in every possible metric since I got back on an LCHF lifestyle. I'm happier, healthier, and in the best shape of my adult life. Nothing speaks louder than results and people on an LCHF and maintain it have the best results, by far.  

Thanks, HCB! I'LL have to check that one out. I can't get enough of reading on ft he subject, since I've learned how again...lol. @Outlander, that is awesome! Contests! I agree. I love, love, love ketines...except when they hit hard & I really had planned a nap...lol. @PHIL, preach it, keto bro! ...and people wonder why we are such fatpushers! 😂 

Y'all, I really can read and write now. This auto correct on my phone is off the chain! 😂 

That's great outlanderfan!!! My brain also functions best on low carb/high fat. A huge difference : ) 

I'll have to look into this! I suffer from anxiety. Now that my kids are in school all day, I've gone back to college and it's a mental fight to get to class.  

Hungrymama, it was a mental fight for me just to get my own kids to school...smh. I hope you find some useful info. Happy researching! Thanks to everyone for all of the great comments! 

Thanks :) 

One added benefit that I've been able to experience is 'clear thought' and being able to take decisive action. I work in a technology field and at times we're analyzing a ton of data to sort through what's relevant and what isn't, in order to take the best corrective action. It can get pretty stressful at times, a lot rides on our ability to react quickly and make the right decision, but I truly believe that being in ketosis and not craving carbs or hunger cause me to work more efficiently. 

That's awesome, Frosty! I would agree with you 100%. 

I just wanted to share with you all: I have an aspergers/ADHD child. He was on some strong and pretty dangerous meds not long ago, and they had little effect. Well, I recently took him off the meds & cut out more of his sugar and put him on LCHF (although not as strict as mine). He came home yesterday with an AWESOME report card! All B's except for one C, and is the Terrific Kid for the 9 weeks. Going to eat breakfast & celebrate with my baby tomorrow! I'm so proud of him! 😊 

That is great Fatgirljenny!! 

I agree 100% with anything you have listed.