The Diet That Helped Reverse Schizophrenia: Daniel Helman on Mental Health Recovery

Living with a mental health challenge can make everyday tasks feel overwhelming, turning even the simplest things into struggles that others may not fully understand. Whether you're facing it yourself or supporting a loved one, the weight of these challenges can make life harder in ways that aren’t always visible. Sometimes you wonder if there's hope for things to get better. Today’s episode is a deeply personal and transformative one. I get to interview my brother, Daniel Helman, Ph.D, who shares his extraordinary journey with schizophrenia, from diagnosis to recovery. We dive into his unique approach to healing, including how switching to a raw vegan diet helped him gain control over his mental health and reverse symptoms that traditional treatments couldn’t.Daniel’s story is a powerful reminder that recovery is a deeply individual journey. His experience not only offers hope for those dealing with schizophrenia but also for anyone struggling with mental health challenges.You won’t want to miss the closing lightning round at the end–it’s a truly inspirational moment. If you or a loved one is struggling with schizophrenia, consider reaching out to Daniel for guidance.Share this episode with someone who needs hope and inspiration in their mental health journey. “If you're suffering, I'm so sorry. Keep at it, keep trying, don't give up hope. And do the things, even little things, that you think are gonna be useful.” ~ Daniel Helman, Ph.D.In this Episode04:05 - Daniel's diagnosis at age 20 and its impact13:40 - Choosing to take control of recovery16:52 - Role of vegan diet in reversing schizophrenia25:03 - The effect of psychiatric medications31:32 - Daniel’s philosophy on mental health recovery35:08 - Hope for dementia patients44:41 - Wheat gluten and how it affects the brain51:00 - Experiences in Micronesia: dietary issues and fasting1:02:03 - Spike protein and its impact on the body1:04:31 - Lightning round: Key insights on schizophrenia and mental healthResources:- Top Supplements for Alzheimer's Guide - https://bit.ly/drjoshguide- Treating Schizophrenia with Individualized Care by Daniel Helman, Ph.D. - https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/treating-schizophrenia-with-individualized-care-301025872.html- Selected Works of R. D. Laing - https://www.routledge.com/Selected-Works-of-R-D-Laing/book-series/SWRDL?srsltid=AfmBOoodUylpSpMBHMyb-GQt8b7fy9e4s6c2-iKlYAh91bkIzFhschINConnect with Daniel Helman, Ph.D: - LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-helman-ph-d-048bb22b/Connect with Dr. Josh Helman, MD:- Instagram -

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