You think you’re optimizing your brain—but what if the real culprit behind your brain fog, anxiety, and burnout is the modern world itself?&nbsp;In this episode,&nbsp;Columbia University psychiatrist and nutritional neuroscience pioneer&nbsp;Dr. Drew Ramsey joins Dave Asprey to decode the biological chaos hijacking your mind—and how to fight back. From inflammation and gut dysbiosis to screen-induced disconnection and hidden trauma, this is the ultimate roadmap for healing the modern brain.&nbsp;You’ll explore the cutting-edge science of neuroplasticity, discover how movement and social connection trigger brain growth, and learn why food is still your most powerful antidepressant. Plus: dancing, psychedelics, kale debates, and why porn is quietly reshaping the male brain.&nbsp;What You’ll Discover in This Episode:&nbsp;• Why brain fog, anxiety, and mood swings might be signs your brain is inflamed&nbsp;• How movement—especially dancing—can literally help your brain grow stronger&nbsp;• What your gut has to do with your mental health (and why some “healthy” foods can backfire)&nbsp;• The truth about antidepressants, supplements, and why there’s no one-size-fits-all fix&nbsp;• Why porn, ultra-processed food, and doomscrolling are silently wrecking focus and drive&nbsp;• A new way to think about mental fitness—like a workout plan for your brain&nbsp;SPONSORS&nbsp;-BodyHealth | Go to&nbsp;<a href="https://bodyhealth.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://bodyhealth.com/</a>&nbsp;and use code DAVE20 for 20% off your first order of PerfectAmino.&nbsp;&nbsp;-Zbiotics | Go to&nbsp;<a href="https://zbiotics.com/DAVE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://zbiotics.com/DAVE</a>&nbsp;for 15% off your first order.&nbsp;&nbsp;Resources:&nbsp;&nbsp;• A Day of Biohacking and Consciousness Event April 12th: <a href="https://daveasprey.com/biohacking-and-consciousness/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://daveasprey.com/biohacking-and-consciousness/</a>&nbsp;• Dave Asprey’s New Book - Heavily Meditated: <a href="https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/</a>&nbsp;• Drew’s Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/?hl=en</a>&nbsp;• Drew’s Linktree: <a href="https://shorturl.at/CIIR5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://shorturl.at/CIIR5</a>&nbsp;• Danger Coffee: <a href="https://dangercoffee.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://dangercoffee.com</a>&nbsp;• Dave Asprey’s Website: <a href="https://daveasprey.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://daveasprey.com</a>&nbsp;• Dave Asprey’s Linktree: <a href="https://linktr.ee/daveasprey" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/daveasprey</a>&nbsp;• Upgrade Collective – Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: <a href="https://www.ourupgradecollective.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.ourupgradecollective.com</a>&nbsp;• Own an Upgrade Labs: <a href="https://ownanupgradelabs.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://ownanupgradelabs.com</a>&nbsp;• Upgrade Labs: <a href="https://upgradelabs.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://upgradelabs.com</a>&nbsp;• 40 Years of Zen – Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: <a href="https://40yearsofzen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://40yearsofzen.com</a>&nbsp;Timestamps:&nbsp;• 00:00 – Trailer&nbsp;• 01:43 – Intro&nbsp;• 02:51 – The State of Mental Health Today&nbsp;• 04:00 – Nutritional Psychiatry and Personal Experiences&nbsp;• 05:21 – Environmental Factors and Brain Health&nbsp;• 05:55 – Chemical Balance and Psychiatry&nbsp;• 09:19 – Mental Fitness and Connection&nbsp;• 14:17 – Modern Brain Challenges&nbsp;• 16:26 – The Role of Movement and Dance&nbsp;• 22:44 – Sex, Relationships, and Mental Health&nbsp;• 34:02 – Microbiome and Mental Health&nbsp;• 36:50 – Transitioning to Urban Life and Mental Health&nbsp;• 37:29 – The Role of Nature in Mental Well-being&nbsp;• 38:14 – Personal Experiences with Gut Health&nbsp;• 39:45 – Trial and Error in Mental Health&nbsp;• 42:16 – Cognitive Resilience and High Performance&nbsp;• 45:37 – The Importance of Family Meals&nbsp;• 46:33 – Challenges of Rural and Urban Living&nbsp;• 47:53 – Brain Health: Beyond Neurons&nbsp;• 49:01 – Neuroplasticity and Mental Fitness&nbsp;• 52:50 – Biohacking Mental Health&nbsp;• 57:31 – The Role of Serotonin in Depression&nbsp;• 01:03:57 – Debating the Benefits of Kale&nbsp;• 01:12:03 – Final Thoughts on Mental Health and Resilience&nbsp;See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

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