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Ketogenic Metabolic Therapy for Serious Mental Illness: From Science to Practical Application (Virtual Zoom Event)

  • Webinar
  • Wednesday, October 22, 2025
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Goal:
Discover how ketogenic metabolic therapy is emerging as a powerful tool in the treatment of serious mental illnesses, including bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, OCD, and schizophrenia. This session bridges science with clinical practice, exploring mechanisms, diet variations, and strategies to overcome implementation challenges. Case studies will bring the evidence to life, highlighting practical applications and meaningful outcomes in psychiatric care.

Objectives:
1. Review current and emerging research on ketogenic metabolic therapy for psychiatric disorders, including its mechanisms and clinical implications.
2. Outline practical strategies for implementing ketogenic therapy in mental health care, including diet variations and potential challenges.
1. Analyze real case studies to illustrate the clinical application and outcomes of ketogenic metabolic therapy in psychiatric care.

Bio:
Denise Potter, RDN, is a leader in ketogenic metabolic therapy, with 19 years of experience specializing in its clinical application. She is the founder of Advanced Ketogenic Therapies (AKT) and is actively involved in research while training and mentoring healthcare professionals through the collaborative Keto Mastery courses. Denise speaks globally on the therapeutic applications of ketogenic therapy for epilepsy, brain health, metabolic psychiatry, cancer, and more.

She combines evidence-based science with personalized care to support both patients and professionals in implementing ketogenic therapy. Passionate about expanding access to this powerful intervention, she is especially committed to helping underserved populations. Denise is also the author of The Migraine Diet: A Ketogenic Meal Plan for Headache Relief.

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