Episode 127: Identifying Root Causes of Bipolar Disorder with Dr. Ellen Vora

Ellen Vora, MD received her B.A. from Yale University and attended Columbia University medical school. She’s a board-certified psychiatrist, medical acupuncturist, and yoga teacher. Dr. Vora takes a functional medicine approach to mental health—considering the whole person and addressing imbalance at the root, rather than reflexively prescribing medication. Dr. Vora’s book, The Anatomy of Anxiety, comes out in March 2022. Key Topics: - What a functional medicine approach to psychiatry looks like - The root causes of bipolar disorder - The impact of gluten on mental health - The impact of birth control pills on mental health - When psychiatric drugs are necessary - Why anxious people are sensitive - The definition of false anxiety - The impact of blood sugar on mental health - Circadian rhythm support for mental health Follow Dr. Vora on Instagram at @ellenvoramd and her website ellenvora.com. Sponsors: Go to GoodChop.com/spark100 and use code spark100 to get $100 off your first three boxes. Proven quality sleep is life-changing sleep. Go to sleepnumber.com/wholeness for limited time offers.