Hey there!

Have you ever wondered why you feel anxious even when everything in your life seems to be going well? Or why that afternoon brain fog hits you like a brick wall, no matter how much coffee you drink?

I just had a great conversation with Dr. Tracy McCarthy, a board-certified psychiatrist who's revolutionizing how we think about mental health. And honestly? It's going to change how you look at your next meal.

Your anxiety might actually be your blood sugar talking.

Dr. McCarthy revealed that the #1 thing she sees contributing to anxiety isn't what you'd expect—it's blood sugar problems. That rollercoaster of chips, soda, and processed foods (hello, standard American diet!) is literally triggering adrenaline rushes that feel exactly like anxiety or panic attacks.

But here's the good news: small changes can make a massive difference.

The important topics we talked about:

The 80/20 approach - You don't have to be perfect, just consistent most of the time
Three supplements that can be total game-changers for anxiety (including one that works like magic at bedtime)
Why inflammation is secretly sabotaging your mood—and the simple food swaps that can fix it
The "elimination diet" approach that's way more accurate than expensive food sensitivity tests

I shared a story about a student who was struggling with severe depression and self-harm—only to discover it was actually an undiagnosed thyroid disorder. Once treated, everything changed. It's a powerful reminder that our minds and bodies are more connected than we often realize.

Ready to feel better from the inside out?

Dr. McCarthy has created a free guide called "Top 10 Overlooked Causes of Anxiety, Depression, and Brain Fog" that goes deeper into everything we discussed. Plus, she has an online program called the Natural Mood Solution that's perfect for anyone (including teens) who wants to take a DIY approach to better mental health.

Get Dr. McCarthy's free guide

Trust me, if you've ever felt like traditional approaches to mental health were missing something, this episode is going to give you so many "aha!" moments.

Let me know what resonates most with you after you listen!

Taking care of you,
Cynthia

P.S. Even if you just make ONE small change from what Dr. McCarthy shared—like swapping your afternoon soda for sparkling water—you might be surprised by how different you feel. Sometimes the smallest shifts create the biggest breakthroughs. 💙

Watch the full episode now!

Dr. Tracy's Bio and Links:

Dr. Tracy McCarthy, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist, and Institute of Functional Medicine certified physician with over two decades of experience supporting thousands in transforming their health. She is the creator of the Natural Mood Solution Online Program and the founder and medical director of Dr. Tracy McCarthy Functional Medicine, where she brings a wealth of expertise to her practice.
As a wellness thought leader and in her premier medical practice, Dr. McCarthy is dedicated to helping adults suffering from depression, anxiety, brain fog, fatigue, digestive issues, and hormonal imbalances by identifying and addressing the overlooked causes of these chronic health symptoms. Her approach focuses on underlying issues such as microbiome imbalances, nutrient deficiencies, and toxin exposures, empowering her patients to regain their health and vitality.
Known for her caring and supportive approach, Dr. McCarthy ensures her patients feel validated and seen throughout their health journeys. Her holistic method provides her the guidance, structure, and compassion they’ve been looking for, with the bigger picture of their whole health finally the focus.
When Dr. McCarthy isn’t working with patients or educating about health, she can be found spending time with her family. She lives in beautiful Northern California with her husband and two growing boys. She enjoys going to the gym several times a week, traveling, and loves taking walks with friends and her dog.

Email Tracy at: doctor@drtracymccarthy.com

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