Ep. 189: The Holistic Savage: Metabolic Health, Mental Health & the Truth About Healing - With Brendan Vermeire

EPISODE SUMMARY:

In this episode, I sit down with Brendan Vermeire, also known as The Holistic Savage, for a powerful conversation on the intersection of metabolic health, mental health, and true healing. We explore why physiology and psychology cannot be separated, how inflammation, toxins, and infections can shape mood and behavior, and where mindset, trauma, and responsibility fit into the healing process. Brendan shares his personal journey, including his experience with suicide, resilience, and why fitness, intuition, and meaning matter just as much as lab work. This episode challenges the idea of chasing endless “root causes” and invites a more integrated, honest approach to healing and longevity.

ABOUT DR. JANE’S PRACTICE:

Dr. Jane is a Naturopathic Doctor and a Natural Fertility Expert. She and her team of expert practitioners help couples navigate infertility for 1+ years, get to the root cause of their struggles, heal, and bring healthy babies home.

After having a family member struggle with infertility and experiencing a miscarriage herself, Dr. Jane realized how little support and education women receive. She is on a mission to change that. Since 2020, she has dedicated her practice to fertility, where she and her practitioners work with couples 1:1, running functional lab work, customizing treatment plans, and providing her couples with the support they need to get pregnant, have a stress-free pregnancy, and have a healthy baby.

Learn more about Dr. Jane’s practice: www.drjanelevesque.com/practice

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 The Birth of the Holistic Savage

02:54 Embodiment of the Holistic Savage

05:59 Bridging Science and Spirituality

09:03 The Role of Exercise in Holistic Health

12:05 Understanding Motivation and Accountability

14:57 The Interplay of Mental and Metabolic Health

17:59 The Impact of Early Life Experiences

21:01 Environmental Influences on Health

23:52 Navigating Psychological and Physiological Challenges

26:57 The Evolution of Health Practices

36:49 Psychedelics as Catalysts for Healing

39:50 Microdosing and Its Impact

41:00 The Journey of Self-Discovery

44:48 Integration and the Challenge of Truth

50:17 The Intersection of Mental and Metabolic Health

55:08 Reflections on Life and Death

01:01:32 Intuition and the Journey Forward

TAKEAWAYS:

The name 'Holistic Savage' reflects a balance of strength and softness.

Living up to the name involves embodying authenticity and commitment.

Holistic health requires a blend of science and spirituality.

Exercise is a crucial pillar of holistic health.

Mental health and metabolic health are interconnected.

Early life experiences shape our health outcomes.

Environmental factors play a significant role in health.

Self-limiting beliefs can hinder personal growth.

Psychedelics can catalyze healing and self-discovery.

Integration of experiences is key to personal transformation.

About My Guest

Brendan Vermeire is a Mental and Metabolic Health Researcher, Functional Health Practitioner, and Educator. He is the founder of the Metabolic Solutions Institute and the Functional Mental Health Practitioner Certificate Course (FMHP™), as well as the creator of The Mental M.A.P.™ lab panel and NeuroCeuticals™ supplement line. A Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner and Master Nutrition Coach, Brendan began his career in fitness and nutrition at 18 after a medical discharge from Navy SEAL training. Today, he’s recognized as a leading expert in metabolic health and functional education, dedicated to changing the way the world understands mental health through research, teaching, and clinical innovation.

To learn more about Brendan, please visit:

www.metabolicsolutionsllc.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metabolicsolutionsllc/

Instagram: @the_holistic_savage https://www.instagram.com/the_holistic_savage/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendan-vermeire-23754693/

ABOUT NATURAL FERTILITY:

Pregnancy is a natural process, so if it’s not happening or it’s not sticking, something is missing.  Join Dr. Jane, a naturopathic doctor and a natural fertility expert, every Tuesday at 9 am for insightful case studies, expert interviews, and practical tips on optimizing your fertility naturally. 

If you’ve been struggling with infertility, pregnancy loss, women’s health issues, or just want to be proactive and prepare yourself for the next big chapter in your life… this show is for you.

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