Episode Details

Over the last several years, there has been a pronounced uptick in the rates of anxiety. In fact, anxiety disorders have become the most common mental health concern in the country. On today’s show, you’re going to learn the truth about anxiety. 

This compilation episode highlights why anxiety has become so prevalent, including how things like our modern environment and western diet are contributing to worsening rates of mental health. You’re going to hear from some of the top experts in the realm of psychiatry and neuroscience, including Dr. Wendy Suzuki, Dr. Daniel Amen, and more. This episode contains powerful insights on how getting your circadian rhythm, sleep, and nutrition in check can improve your mental health and reduce symptoms of anxiety.  

While it’s normal to experience situational bouts of anxiety occasionally, feeling anxious on a regular basis can be disruptive to your daily life. I hope the insights and strategies in this episode can help you gain a better understanding of why anxiety occurs and how to better control it. Enjoy!  

In this episode you’ll discover: 

• The shocking statistics on increasing rates of anxiety. 

• What anxiety actually is. 

• How the human stress response system evolved as a protective mechanism. 

• Why our modern world exacerbates levels of stress and anxiety. 

• How to transform your anxiety into a superpower.  

• The shocking side effects of anti-anxiety medications.  

• Which supplements are scientifically proven to support mental health.  

• How sleep deprivation impacts the brain and performance.  

• Signs of low blood flow in the brain.  

• Specific exercise types that can improve your mental health.  

• Why our system of diagnosing mental health conditions is flawed.  

• How the Standard American Diet is contributing to higher rates of anxiety.