Metabolic Support

Clinical Focus: Energy, Hydration, Cortisol & Metabolic Health

Mental health is metabolic health. These products support the foundational systems — electrolyte balance, mitochondrial function, adrenal regulation, and insulin sensitivity — that psychiatric medications alone cannot address.

Key Metric: For metabolic optimization, prioritize sodium/potassium balance (2:1 ratio) and morning cortisol regulation
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LMNT Recharge

Moderate Evidence

📄 Lande, 2020 — J Am Osteopath Assoc

Budget / Lifestyle Affiliate
Vegan Nut-Free Dairy-Free
Clinical Goal: Electrolyte Optimization & Morning Cortisol

Science-backed electrolyte mix with 1000mg sodium, 200mg potassium, 60mg magnesium. No sugar, no fillers. The first thing I drink every morning before coffee to support stress response and cellular hydration.

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Thorne MCT Oil

Moderate Evidence

Medium-chain triglyceride metabolism and ketone production

Gold Standard Thorne
Dairy-Free Nut-Free
Clinical Goal: Ketone-Based Brain Fuel

Medium-chain triglycerides bypass normal fat digestion and convert directly to ketones — immediate, clean brain fuel. Supports metabolic flexibility and sustained cognitive energy without glucose spikes.

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Redmond Real Salt

Moderate Evidence

Trace mineral and electrolyte balance research

Budget / Whole Food Affiliate
Vegan Nut-Free Dairy-Free
Clinical Goal: Trace Mineral Foundation

Unrefined ancient sea salt with 60+ trace minerals. Replaces stripped table salt and supports electrolyte balance, stress response, and mineral intake at a fraction of supplement costs.

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Thorne Vitamin D-5,000

Strong Evidence

Insulin sensitivity, immune modulation, and neurotransmitter synthesis

Budget Thorne
Nut-Free Dairy-Free
Clinical Goal: Metabolic & Immune Foundation

High-potency vitamin D3 for documented insufficiency. Essential for insulin sensitivity, immune modulation, and neurotransmitter synthesis. NSF Certified for Sport.

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Thorne Zinc Picolinate 15mg

Strong Evidence

Over 300 enzymatic reactions including glucose metabolism

Budget Thorne
Vegan Nut-Free Dairy-Free
Clinical Goal: Enzymatic & Metabolic Cofactor

Cofactor for over 300 enzymatic reactions including glucose metabolism, immune response, and thyroid function. Zinc deficiency is common in psychiatric populations and correlates with metabolic dysfunction.

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Designs For Health NeuroMag

Strong Evidence

📄 Mah & Pitre, 2021 — BMC Complement Med Ther

Gold Standard Fullscript
Vegan Nut-Free Dairy-Free
Clinical Goal: Magnesium for Insulin Sensitivity

Magnesium L-Threonate crosses the blood-brain barrier, but magnesium in general is critical for insulin signaling and glucose metabolism. Over 50% of Americans are deficient.

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Clinician’s Note

Why I Start with Electrolytes

“Before I add any supplement to a patient’s protocol, I make sure their electrolyte foundation is solid. Dehydration mimics anxiety, fatigue mimics depression, and mineral deficiency sabotages every medication we prescribe. LMNT in 32oz of water upon waking is step one.”

— Arthur J. Anderson, APRN
Clinician’s Note

The Psych-Metabolic Connection

“Psychiatric medications — especially atypical antipsychotics and some mood stabilizers — have significant metabolic side effects. Weight gain, insulin resistance, and lipid changes are not just annoyances; they’re clinical problems. Metabolic support isn’t optional for these patients.”

— Arthur J. Anderson, APRN
Evidence Guide
Strong Evidence Multiple RCTs, systematic reviews, or meta-analyses supporting clinical use.
Moderate Evidence Supported by clinical studies with promising but less definitive results.
Emerging Evidence Preclinical data or early-stage human trials showing plausible mechanisms.

Fuel the Machine

Metabolic health isn’t about supplements — it’s about what you put in your body every day.

These whole-food tools support the foundation.

LMNT Recharge

Electrolytes • Morning Protocol

The cornerstone of morning hydration. 1000mg sodium, 200mg potassium, 60mg magnesium — the electrolyte ratios that may support physiological balance to start the day right.

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Redmond Real Salt

Trace Minerals • Kitchen Foundation

Replace every grain of table salt in your kitchen. 60+ trace minerals your body was designed to process, from an ancient Utah sea bed.

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Sourdough Starter

Fermented Grains • Digestive Support

Properly fermented grains have a lower glycemic index and support insulin sensitivity. The fermentation process pre-digests gluten proteins and produces beneficial organic acids.

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Metabolic Health Is Mental Health

If your metabolism is struggling, your brain is struggling. Let’s address both sides of the equation.

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