This Molecule Might Be the Key to Beating Addiction
Can adenosine and a ketogenic diet help treat addiction? New research explores the powerful role of adenosine, dopamine, and metabolic health in addiction, and how dietary strategies could support recovery.
In this interview, Dr. Bret Scher speaks with Dr. Susan Masino, a neuroscience and psychology professor at Trinity College, about her groundbreaking work on adenosine and its potential to regulate addiction through metabolic pathways. They dive into:
The dopamine-addiction connection
The role of adenosine in addiction and how it balances dopamine activity
The role of ketogenic diets in…
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