When we think about treating depression, we rarely consider exercise. Yet emerging research shows it can be a powerful tool for managing mild to moderate depression, and it works well alongside other therapies—including medication. Today’s guest shares the science behind exercise and explores why more practitioners aren’t incorporating it into treatment conversations.
Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Nicholas Fabiano to explore the powerful role of exercise in treating depression. Dr. Fabiano introduces the FITT protocol for prescribing exercise and sheds light on the disconnect between physicians and patients when it comes to exercise recommendations. Dhru and Dr. Fabiano also discuss how research funding can shape treatment perspectives, the benefits of combining medication with lifestyle interventions, and the emerging role of creatine in brain energy and its potential impact on depression. Dr. Fabiano emphasizes why exercise is essential for mental health and advocates for a holistic approach to treating depression—one that includes lifestyle pillars like diet and sleep.
Also mentioned in this episode:
- John Abramson’s book – Sickening
- Try This: Three Super Crazy Facts about Big Pharma
- Study on BPA in pregnant women
For more on Dr. Fabiano, follow him on Instagram @doctorfabiano, X/Twitter @ntfabiano, LinkedIn @ntfabiano, and his Website https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Nicholas-Fabiano.
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