In this episode of Ayahuasca Podcast, host Sam Believ (founder of http://www.lawayra.com) speaks with Taron Fletcher, a biochemist and research specialist at Hardy Nutritionals, known for science-led mental health supplements. We explore:
- [00:01:00] Taron’s journey into nutritional research and the origins of Hardy Nutritionals
- [00:05:00] Lessons from animal nutrition applied to human mental health
- [00:07:00] Key factors in creating effective supplements: completeness, balance, ratios, chelation, and research-backed efficacy
- [00:12:00] How supplements can support safe tapering from SSRIs and other psychiatric medications
- [00:20:00] Typical taper timelines and indicators for dose reduction
- [00:24:00] Specific nutrients and adjuncts for mood, anxiety, and withdrawal symptoms
- [00:42:00] Challenges of tapering from different drug classes, including SNRIs and benzodiazepines
- [00:50:00] Understanding RDA, upper limits, and why higher balanced doses can be beneficial
- [00:53:00] Nutritional deficiencies and the impact of processed diets on mental health
- [01:00:00] Cost, support, and process for starting Hardy Nutritionals’ program
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Find more about Taron Fletcher at http://www.hardynutritionals.com