Author: Dr. David Lowemann

Mother’s gut microbiome during pregnancy shapes baby’s brain development

A study in mice has found that the bacteria Bifidobacterium breve in the mother’s gut during pregnancy supports healthy brain development in the fetus. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in pioneering […]

Published on August 20, 2024

What to Know About Ketamine for Treating Depression

Actor Matthew Perry died from an overdose of the drug ketamine nearly a year ago. Five people have now been charged in connection with the death of the “Friends” star. While the misuse and abuse of ketamine was blamed for his demise, experts say that when used correctly,… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David […]

Published on August 20, 2024

Cognitive behavioral therapy app improves anxiety in young adults

Researchers found that a self-guided cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) app, called Maya, significantly reduced anxiety in young adults struggling with mental health challenges. The decrease in anxiety symptoms was clinically and statistically significant at six weeks and continued at the 12-week follow-up period with improvement levels similar to anxiety medication studies. Read Full Article (External […]

Published on August 20, 2024