Therapeutic
I had no clinical oversight. I implemented the ketogenic diet by myself. I was not prescribed medication, so this was not a concern. I learned about it from individuals such as Dr. Chris Palmer and Thomas DeLauer as well as Reddit.
Posted:
02/2025
In remission from
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Started Journey
01/2023
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“I suffered from severe obsessive-compulsive disorder for ~22 years. My symptoms stayed the same or worsened with medication and traditional talk therapy. The ketogenic diet, on the other hand, saved my life. I am symptom free, and I view my life through the lens of ‘before keto’ and ‘after keto.’”
Obsessions and compulsions, anxiety, panic attacks, energy stabilization, mood stabilization, confidence and self-esteem, sleep & presence.
Ketogenic diet, intermittent fasting (17 hours daily; 24 hours monthly) & morning sunlight in order to boost mood and sleep.
I had no clinical oversight. I implemented the ketogenic diet by myself. I was not prescribed medication, so this was not a concern. I learned about it from individuals such as Dr. Chris Palmer and Thomas DeLauer as well as Reddit.
Daily:
I measured my blood ketones 1-2 times per week with a Keto Mojo ketones meter. I averaged ~2.1mmol/L for < 1 year.
I consumed two meals per day: 1 at 10AM and 1 at 5PM, so I intermittent fasted ~17 hours per day. No snacks.
I targeted 75%, 20%, and 5% of calories from fat, protein, and carbohydrates, respectively. I consumed <= 30g total carbohydrates per day.
My staples included meat, dairy, avocados, berries, nuts, and more.
Target: > 1.5mmol/L Average: ~2.1mmol/L consistently for < 1 year
Overall, I went from waking up 1-2 times per hour to 1-2 times per night. I also went from peeing 4-5 times per night to 1-2 times per night.
I severely limited alcohol and drug use. Specifically, I never consume > 2 drinks in a sitting. I also track how many drinks I consume, so I can say with confidence that I rarely consume > 6 drinks per month.
Likewise, I quit marijuana entirely.
I transitioned careers. Before I implemented metabolic therapies, I worked in corporate America. My job was high stress and responsibility, and I worked ~40-60 hours per week. Today, I am studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling at The University of Texas at San Antonio in order to become a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). My goal is to "return the favor" by introducing others to metabolic therapies. I went from not having a purpose to having a deep and personal purpose. I also implemented mindfulness. Although I do not meditate, I actively "single-task" rather than multi-task and attempt to experience the present moment.
I utilize a Garmin to measure several metrics such as "Body Battery," exercise, HRV, sleep quantity & quality, and stress.