The Art of Being Well Biohacking the Brain, Beating Genetic Risk, Ketone Myths & The Power of the 4th Macronutrient | Dr. Latt Mansor
Aug 11, 2025
Dr. Latt Mansor, an Oxford-trained researcher and former military consultant, dives deep into metabolic health and the science of ketones. He discusses the alarming state of metabolic dysfunction in America and how dietary choices impact overall well-being. Latt shines a light on the role of beta-hydroxybutyrate as the 'fourth macronutrient' and its link to brain function. Listeners will learn about the benefits of exogenous ketones for cognitive clarity and the advantages of metabolic flexibility through intermittent fasting.
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Black Plastic Toxins Trigger Practical Audit
- Latt flagged new research about black plastics releasing toxic chemicals at alarming levels and inspected his own home items.
- He recommends practical mitigations like water filters and cleaner cookware when affordable.
Control What You Can, Release The Rest
- Focus on what you can control: neighborhood safety, gym access, and predictable food choices.
- Let go of unfixable worries and direct energy toward daily habits that support wellbeing.
Patient Voices Quieted By Ketone Use
- Researchers at UPMC used exogenous ketones for a runner on a therapeutic keto plan and observed psychiatric improvement.
- The patient reported that after two days on the ketone shots, the auditory voices stopped until the intervention stopped.
