Dr. Westman I too do not drive home initially the ketosis initially with my patients. I am an advocate of a strict Carnivore diet. But Carnivore is not necessarily a ketogenic diet. I find the person who takes the initiative to learn the pros & von, the pitfalls, the reality that there is no “bad” cholesterol and then experiments with the Csrnivore diet for at least a month never looks back. Once they are choose the better health I introduce checking ketones. For some getting in an out of ketosis is like a flip of the switch. For others it can take considerable time. I’m not a fan of those trying the diet looking to spice up the diet with carnivore breads, carnivore ice cream. They are pursuing the dopamine fix. I believe from repeated antidotal clinical experience that Carnivore is healing & ketosis brings even better outcomes. I believe 10-20 years from now that we will see a drastic change in nutrition that will destroy big pharma as we know it today. And that is a great thing. Kudos to you a healer not a legal drug pusher. Dr. Ginge.
Dr Westman, I really appreciate your introduction style for all your interviews. You ask your guest to introduce themselves and take the opportunity to describe what is important to them. Well done.
Great comment. I got so caught up with all the terrific comments & replies, that I forgot to thank Dr. Westman for his wonderful podcast! Thanks, Dr. Westman! Keep it up.
After 4 strokes I went keto for cognitive impairment and have used a ketone / glucose meter to measure. The dawn effect kills my ketosis but a shot of C8 mct first thing morning gets me through the morning with good ketone levels, no appetite and a clear mind. I now eat carnivore due to plant intolerances and find that no longer measuring lowers anxiety probably due to fewer cortisol spikes, and thus I now go by what feels good rather than ketone measurements. Maintaining a strict keto diet keeps me feeling good mentally and physically.
Most people don't know that all Plants contain natural Toxins such as Oxalates and Lectins (which they protect themselves with) which can kill you. This is why I've never met a healthy Vegan!
Yea, same here, two strokes, that seven years ago, I was lucky, chanced upon the studies on Ketones for TBI recovery, which strokes same protocol. Anyroad, have been very low carb since post stroke, and I recovered.
2 years keto thanks to Chris Palmer. Put life long chronic mental health illnesses into remission, including random spontaneous bouts of psychosis and paranoid schizophrenia. No one else helped and I was ready to kill myself - then I saw Chris Palmers interview. I had tried everything, but what Chris talked about sounded like he actually had found the root cause. If this wasnt going to help, I had already made preparations. But holy hell did it work. Thank you for saving my life, Chris!
God bless ❤️ yes, I was so touched when I heard Chris Palmer years ago. I sent it to everyone I know but nobody seems to pay attention, even those who have depression and sleep disorders. They all took medication without being interested in Keto diet. I started keto diet myself to improve my overall health since then...
I've re-set my FUEL GAUGE to keto. At 71 I look better than at 61 (or 51 or 41). Apart from the wrinkles, of course. And because I've lost so much weight there are wrinkles in places I didn't know COULD have wrinkles. That's life!
I did a keto diet years ago. I must say it was the easiest way to lose weight I've ever tried. Then read that it wasnt safe. After watching this video I'm going keto again. Thanks. P.S. during my keto diet I had to have a bone spur removed from my shoulder blade, and the doctor said that with my cholesterol and blood pressure levels I'd live to be 100.. lol.
If any future bone spurs develop, I’ve read that applying organic, hexene free, caster oil to the area, consistently over a period of time, will dissolve them. You can pour some on a cloth or bandage and then apply that to the skin above the affected area. Since caster oil is oily, you might want to use a material that has a waterproof backing such as a pad used for patients with incontinence and puppies.
Being Carnivore at 69, and since 67 years old and coming from 4 years keto, I do not worry about any disease. If it happens, so be it, my previous eating and lifestyle habits are more than likely to blame. But being Carnivore today, I believe, my life is on the right track and no way will I go back to addictive sugar and carbs. I do, do MCT oil everday and have for years. I think if you get off the carbs totally early enough, you can reverse damage to the brain and deter dementia.and other metabolic diseases.
Yea. Me too. I'm 67 and have been carnivore since 65. I do MCT oil and now after watching this will use coconut oil in the mixture. And I am going to be more active as well. But all metabolic diseases are gone and I lost 40 lbs in 8 mo and have kept it off as my picture shows.
@@philaisyou can consider using fermented foods, such as Kombucha drinks, kimchi & sauerkraut( with low sodium & no MSG in the fermented kimchi & fermented sauerkraut). Also, consider these proteolytic( also called,”systemic”) enzymes: serrapeptase &, esp., nattokinase, daily. Also consider taking, orally, Kyolic garlic, liquid or soft gel form, daily. See Dr. Ford Brewer UA-cam video(s) for info as to recommendations as to amts. of kimchi, natto(or its supplement form, nattokinase, & Kyolic garlic. These extra items complement a carnivore diet, I need to add, & good health. Just as adding fermented pickles and/or small amts. of pickle juice might be healthy for some people( not for diabetics, for ex.), because of the high sodium content. Each of the previous mentioned items, to be considered, may be highly controversial among medical/nutritional experts who advocate for the carnivore diet, as an elimination diet, or for the purpose of maintaining a healthy human diet, in general (& for prevention of conditions, afflictions, & diseases).So due diligence is required, for each individual, if you add ingredients to a strict carnivore diet. A blanket dietary formula for everyone is foolish, because of diversity of genetics, variation of exposure to environmental toxins, & different person’s different reactions to the same foods eaten. Due to a variety of different factors, an individualized approach to required nutrition should be taken, if one chooses to adopt other than a strict carnivore diet(there are several forms of carnivore diet, ie., lion diet, or inclusion of eggs & fish,& optional butter, even). View Dr. Chaffee’s UA-cam video, for his explanation of why extra vitamin& mineral supplementation is not required, generally, for anyone embarking on any of the forms of carnivore diet, available. He claims the carnivore diet supplies all the required nutrients a human body needs. The body will automatically adjust itself to healthy metabolic levels, if the carnivore diet is properly carried out & strictly adhered to! Finally, thank you, Dr. Westman, for another fine podcast episode!
Healthy living includes fasting. Raw juices should always be used with fasting to prevent ketosis. Ketosis can definitely harm your health. Always prevent ketosis!
I think the psychological impact of suggesting people stop eating processed sugar is a basic reason doctors won't consider its benefits. Sugar is not only addictive but how our culture celebrates love and important milestones. When more people can accept the viability and importance for some of us to remain sugar free, it will be easier to just get those words out in the first place. There is life after sugar.
I had to join a 12 step recovery for my sugar and processed food addiction. 9 years free currently but it wasn’t easy. A 60 year addiction with temptations everywhere.
Most doctors take the view that most patients won’t or can’t change their SAD. These doctors are correct, but such approach is ethically wrong, when dealing with new patients!
@@annbarklow5627It’s amazing you cured yourself, because the 12 Step Program doesn’t even claim to be a cure. It is a failed system, as far as I’m concerned. Most addicts need assistance, but if they hit “bottom” & survive, some can confront their addiction & quit, cold turkey. Surviving withdrawal symptoms is assured, but going through it without quitting & returning to the addictive behavior, is a living hell. Cure, contrary to what any 12 Step Program lies about, is possible for an individual. He or she has to quit, completely, all at once, & know that the cravings will be eliminated, in a short period of time, if you are determined to quit. You must quit completely, all at once, & go through the horrible psychological & physical withdrawal symptoms. Stay away from people & situations that you know are temptations to failure. You are most vulnerable to failure during this period, obviously. Take one day at a time, is a good attitude to take, however. Believe in yourself; that you can & will succeed.Confront your problem head on, having planned your course of action, realistically.That most people fail is true. Do you have the courage to be one that succeeds? Do you have what it takes? What have you got to lose, but continuation of an addicted, crappy life? So make the effort!
Thanks for this great conversation Dr westman. I always learn something when listening to Dr Cunnane. I feel great when I am in ketosis and knowing how important ketones are for my heart and brain keeps me motivated for sure.
Thank you so much Dr Cunnane and Dr Westman. This information is very helpful. So many channels on UA-cam are sponsored, selling a book or similar. Your channel is such a refreshing change.
At around the 7 min mark, Dr Westman you mentioned the link between cerebral palsy and cholesterol. My son has CP. can the symptoms be reduced somewhat through the brain operating on a higher proportion of ketones and increasing intake in foods higher with cholesterol. My ears pricked up when I heard this and I would do anything to help him Dr. thanks
my child has CP - water therapy, music, fatty fish, green organic leafs in the diet, creatine, and coconut oil derived ketone oil. the scarring can't be fixed but stimulation and the right energy and vitamins and minerals can enable connections to spark. Our child had enormous improvements in some areas - but of course we couldn't undo the brain damage so no improvement in gross motor dysfunction, all improvements were in reading, speaking, communicating and interaction and conversation etc. Just to clarify I do not have a my child on a keto diet, but a normal healthy fruit/vegetable intake but no junk food or any processed carbohydrate - nothing that isn't meat/fish/chicken/eggs/plant foods. No breakfast cereals or sugary anything as her risk of diabetes is high due to low muscle volume and she has sarcopenia/with fatty muscles from not walking so very high risk for heart disease and diabetes.
The answer to your question is yes. The brain runs better on ketones, so it stands to reason that it would help CP. It sure won't hurt and will help the overall person.
Day 4 back on carnivore I been off it for six months and I’ll tell you the worse 6 months of my life so back at it and after day 2 my body was like hey
This is such a fascinating podcast! I have been using ketone supplements as a therapy for my brain injured patients for over 10 years now with good anecdotal success… I wish we could study this in a more formal scientific fashion but nobody wants to fund it…
@@fareeashaik5218 Carnivore is a version of keto that just removes all vegetables and fruits (and of course processed garbage). Ketosis is always calming to the nerves and makes you mentally sharper. Try longer time periods between dinner and the next meal the following day to ease into it. Many people are naturally in ketosis when they wake up after a long sleep. Acetone in the morning breath is part of "bad" morning breath, but it is actually just the body burning fat for fuel.
Doc, congratulations on finally talking about the benefits of ketones. I hope you can finally debunk the influencers that talk about their unique keto diets and tell people that ketosis is not a “goal” of their keto diet. Please debunk them and tell them that ketosis is what defines a keto diet. A diet without ketosis is not a keto diet.
Ketosis does have a place therapeutically in other medical conditions but people who have obesity related insulin resistance will not necessarily be in ketosis on a keto diet nor is that the goal for weight loss. The goal of a keto diet for weight loss is simply lowering glucose and insulin.
@@touchofgrace3217 Thanks for your reply. My point is about using correct English. The word Keto comes from Ketosis, Ketone, and Ketogenic, it does not come from the word low-carb. Everything Westman talks about would be great if he just replaces his incorrect use of the word keto with low-carb. The same can be said about your use of the word keto. I agree that the goal of a "low carb" diet for weight loss is simply to lower glucose and insulin. There is no goal of a keto diet - people are either in ketosis or not. Ketosis and "keto" is not about the food that is eaten - it's a state of metabolism. Ketosis has no goals, it's a state of being. Most scientists define ketosis as the body producing .5mmol/L of ketones.
@@fredsmit3481I’snt the use of the word “ketosis”, generally used incorrectly? Doesn’t the correct usage mean that “ketosis” refers to an abnormal process of ketone metabolism, one that is of negative health connotation? In other words, isn’t the common usage of the word “ketosis” diametrically opposite to the correct meaning? Does ketosis actually refer to an abnormal (unhealthy) production ( in the liver) of ketones?
@@howardstewart2549 Thanks again for your response and question. ketosis is normal and good. I think what you are thinking of is ketoacidosis which is very bad and dangerous.
@@fredsmit3481I don’t totally agree with you in the sens that dr westman allways defines the diet of his patiets as being max 20 carbs total , max. This is way way lower than low carb , it is the real ketogenic carb limit accepted by all scientists.
It is an exciting time to witness these changes and discoveries. Thanks both of you Dr. For getting together for this podcast. It was very interesting and maybe immediately useful.
agreed. 75 years ago the first anti psycotics were discovered for disease like Bipolar, and Schizophrenia. Now we dont have any new medicine. But the nutritional therapy is something that came these day and ages. Meaning ill people can be helped on this day and age. It is an exciting time indeed.
Hey! Talk to Dr Jason Fung about taking over the chair! He's younger and a kidney specialist teaching the KETO diet for therapeutics regarding diabetes, cancer, and obesity. If he can do it, he'll probably know someone, or maybe Dr Paul Mason would.
Resistance to achieving Ketosis in some people is likely due to higher levels of Glycogen Stores in those individuals. Decades of Carbo Loading 6 to 8 times a day might be increasing liver mass &/or increasing liver Glycogen Storage Capacity.
@@fareeashaik5218 Yes- he does a lot of work in that area. He is living in NZ now and you can easily find him on UA-cam by searching “ Matthew Phillips and Parkinson’s”.
MCT oil may have some benefits but it is not something that would have been available to pretty much the entire population of the world historically and therefore is unlikely to be a requirement. It absolutely makes more sense that animal fats are the primary food for robust health.
Great podcast. I was a we disappointed that he did not further explain his statement on flaxseed oil or as he says any green. In my medical practice I’ve avoided most seed oil recommendations. Not that plants don’t contain some good substances but they come also with detrimental products. Cheers Dr. Ginge
Ketones, readily produced by the liver, are required for humans from birth. Like oxygen. The first moment a baby is given sugar, ketone production is blocked and brain development suffers. Animal models are limited because small brained animals do not require ketones.
We are compromised from the moment we are weaned from breastfeeding. Babies get on formula milk which is ridden with polyunsaturated oils sugars and other improper chemicals. Then we are feeding them from small jars with vegetable mush, wondering why they become gassy and bloated and in pain. That's extremely sad, there's a long way to finding the correct path again.
I have been on keto diet for a while but weight returning. The Dr Ben Bikman mentioned that alcohol can block certain receptors and contribute to insulin resistance. But I was under the impression that red wine didn't do any harm. So I'm stopping my habit of red dry wine
Dropping down into ketosis was the quick exit for fixing a bout with COVID-19 early on for me. I caught it on an airplane and after a positive test and immediately stopping consumption of all net carbs, I was out riding my bike after three days. The virus deprives the mitochondria of glucose and you become weak. When you stop all carbs then the body goes into ketosis and the mitochondria shift to mostly ketones (BHB) for fuel. The body generates endogenous glucose as required mostly for the brain. It helps to be already fat-adapted. This is a primary strategy of animals. They simply stop eating for a while to flush out a virus. One of the reasons COVID was so bad was that most people are not metabolically flexible between glucose and fat use.
So, by eliminating carbs, your body begins to, eventually, use fat for fuel, rather than glucose. Glucose prevents ketone formation or usage in the brain, & glucose can be responsible for causation or allowing insulin resistance to continue, in the brain. Hyperglycemia & hyperinsulemia can result, in a vicious cyclic process, that causes beta cell die-off in the pancreas, leading to chronic inflammation & damage to tissues, organs, & blood vessels, throughout the body, that could wind up as arterial plaque, & heart disease & stroke, from clots that block circulation of blood (& the oxygen & nutrients that RBCs supply).Is this overview correct? I didn’t mention, even, the detrimental effect of fructose, in the body’s metabolism, from the breakdown of carbs during the digestion process. Someone, please clean up my shaky overview.
@@egg399. can you provide a deeper insight into your theory . Just trying to get perspective here. I have always heard the brain really truly prefers ketones. I’d like more info on “ some brain cells”
I think we should learn how to go into ketosis and test it. But we should also recognize that one can still lose weight and control blood sugar and insulin response by being simply low carb. I find low carb easier to maintain in the long run and for me, sustainability is the most important thing. I’ve been in and out of ketosis and have lost 140 lbs so far. I did not think I could ever do keto and cannot see myself eating sardines. It would be awful for people to be discouraged by the high bar or sardines and keto. I was that person one time. It made me fail at fasting because I didn’t cut the carbs first. I am in a good path now and thankful. Maybe one day I could do full carnivore for a bit, but for now, low carb alternating with keto and intermittent fasting with some longer fasts has kept me on the path. I like sweet tastes and have not given up sweeteners, either.
1. Years ago, Michael J Fox said his Parkinson symptoms went away when he got on the ice to skate. (Ketones to the brain?) 2. A 60-minute piece a while back showed Parkinson oldsters on stationary bikes for 45-minute stints, after which their symptoms went away. (Ketones?) 3. Please give me the link to a reliable breath acetone unit. Is this what Lumen does? 4. I could not find the book "Keto Made Simple." Please give me the link.
Parkinson's symptoms can vary depending on the activity. A person may not be able to walk well but then can dance without difficulty. It may be the specific region of the brain that is being used for the particular activity. A frequent example I've noticed in Parkinsons patients is the ability to ambulate without difficulty but immediate issues when the pattern on the floor changes or they need to change direction while walking.
Dr. Westman, think it would be interesting to experiment with the benefits that dry fasting would have on your results with those following your program. Possibly take them to an even better level of health!
Question I have congenital BVH bilateral vestibular hypofunction which I was unaware of until my early sixties when Condition became worse and was diagnosed. Many fractures from falls, so wheelchair user. It’s not MS but I’m now ketovore, no gluten or eggs and hoping this will improve my ocular sensors to what they were. Any thought on this please.
Still watching the video. Not sure if the doctor tells us what to look for when buying MCT oil. If not, can you tell us what MCT oil to buy? One that has the C8, C10, C14, and maybe anything else necessary for the body? Thank you.
He said the regular coconut oil might be beneficial because it does contain lauric acid which could be antibacterial/anti-viral. But he would supplement it with C8 or C10 to have a more ketogenic effect. Although IMO, if you are already following a very low carb or ketogenic diet, the regular coconut oil would probably be fine on its own. I believe he was talking about supplementing a standard diet.
@@deb1120 Those indicate the carbon chain size of the fatty acid. They also have the names caprylic and capric acid. I have no idea what all that means, but I do know they are medium chain fatty acids. When buying Mct or coconut oils you will usually see these names on the label.
I think Dr. Dale Bredesen, MD does that in his book on healing Alzheimer’s. The End of Alzheimer’s Program. I’d have to look again but I believe any ketones is good for your health.
My husband’s family has been devastated with Alzheimer’s disease, his mother and four of his sisters. As I noticed signs in him and also suffering with trigeminal neuralgia for 20 years. I started incorporating the ketogenic diet and also MCT oil and coconut oil, I noticed great improvement within four days. to the point that he was taking only one dose of medication for his trigeminal neuralgia instead of 4 to 5 a day. Also, his brain fog and his memory and his trend to thought improved greatly Even his cardiologist noticed improvement and told him whatever you’re doing keep doing it because it’s helping. I have followed Dr Eric Westman for years. I am so grateful.
Oooooo I’d love to learn more about the benefits of MCT for babies in utero and in infancy. Got a little one on the way and am curious if I should have my wife take some MCT oil.
The problem with C8 oils is they cause GI distress and high fat is awesome if you can digest high fat meaning having all of the different fat breakdown and reabsorption biochemistry tickety boo.. If not then what? Exogenous ketones? True that when I have tried C8 despite the drawbacks it dues what it says on the tin - insulin down reg and focus. But insulin down reg has to be the first go to with fasting ( dr.Bikman) messing with hormonal balance can lead to aromatisation.. also and watch out for " unisex" supplement formulations... As a woman woman is what I want to stay period.
Ketones are a fuel source for the cells in your body, including your brain. Early in this video they talked about the importance of ketones for early brain development in infants (up to 2 years of age) and how it is also helping older people improve cognitive function. Look up info on fasting and keto and carnivore diets. These help your body in many different ways.
Wow...fabulous interview!! Wish I had known this 10 years ago when my parents were starting to go thru Parkinsons and Alzhiemers...Just as a neat idea...Chris Cooking Nashville youtube has a way to make high protein Chocolate pudding using scrabbled eggs...a great recipe for Dr. Cunnane's cooks for lowering carbs and getting more protein in 80 year olds!
Dave Mac is a stroke recoverer, he interviews many people on their experience with carnivore diet. He has one video where he explains his own recovery. His youtube site is nocarblife
Reducing carb intake 30% means from 300 carbs per day to (as recommend in some low fat cook books 1990's) to 210 carbs per day? Or is better below 80 carbs per day which is not easy but feasible. Or to produce ketones must we go to 42 carbs which is challenging. When calculating carbs in USA can subtract grams of fiber. Does intermediate fasting positively effect ketones production?
Intermittent fasting does help from what I have learned so far. Especially if you stop eating 3 hours before bed. Depending on how high your carb are when you start you will feel better when you lower them to the amount your body can use and not store. When I started I lowered my to 100 carbs a day. I added more lower carb vegetables and cut out fruit to one a day. Also, I took out grains. I did it o e at a time, slowly so I didn’t get keto flu. My body had adjusted and weight loss is slower but I feel better at 50 or below…
@@rtay0311 Ketones in your blood or urine indicate that your body is burning fats instead of glucose for energy. Having ketones means your body is using another energy source - fats.
22:42 What if? Dementia et al is a result of bacterial infections out of control, fed by an over intake of glucose, and that amyloid plaques are like cholesterol at the scene of damage. They are the firefighters trying to isolate the bacterial overgrowth. And that a very thoughful course of antibiotics could handle such bacteria and the person's condition would cease to worsen and even, perhaps, reverse.
Instead of taking antibiotics which will also kill your healthy microbiome, why not just quit eating sugar, glucose, sucrose, and fructose which might feed the bacterial infections?
@@moonmagnolia7 I'm not pro antibiotics - however I've read some stuff very recently where someone had a very established bacterial infection (multiple kinds) and the antibiotic was more about quickly knocking it on the head.
And does anyone wonder why we have such high rates of mental illness, and neurodegenerative diseases. It have been linked to diet for many years now, and yet mainstream turns a blind eye.
Absolutely worth a 30, 60, or 90 day trial, in my opinion. With no long term studies at this point, it is all anecdotal. Ibfind muchvof what I have seen quite compelling, for a large variety of issues.
I think that mild or borderline ketosis (~.50 mmol/L in blood) is a healthy target for any person, especially those with brain/eye issues as well as neurodegenerative issues in the rest of the body. I am targeting that level or slightly greater to fight potential macular degeneration.
“Two of my patients lost 50 pounds reading the Atkins book….” Wow!!! My wife has been telling me I need to read more…I guess eye movement burns a lot of calories…🤣
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Can someone suggest why when I increase fat (which should be good thing ) I start to snore and I get stuffy nose, achy hands, stuffy throat, white tongue, burning and watery eyes 🥲
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Dr. Westman I too do not drive home initially the ketosis initially with my patients. I am an advocate of a strict Carnivore diet. But Carnivore is not necessarily a ketogenic diet. I find the person who takes the initiative to learn the pros & von, the pitfalls, the reality that there is no “bad” cholesterol and then experiments with the Csrnivore diet for at least a month never looks back. Once they are choose the better health I introduce checking ketones. For some getting in an out of ketosis is like a flip of the switch. For others it can take considerable time. I’m not a fan of those trying the diet looking to spice up the diet with carnivore breads, carnivore ice cream. They are pursuing the dopamine fix. I believe from repeated antidotal clinical experience that Carnivore is healing & ketosis brings even better outcomes. I believe 10-20 years from now that we will see a drastic change in nutrition that will destroy big pharma as we know it today. And that is a great thing. Kudos to you a healer not a legal drug pusher. Dr. Ginge.
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There are documented examples of MS reversal. Even so far as to showing that lesions can no longer be found on MRI.
Ms with hereditary spastic paraplegia (upper motor neuron disease). I am way better despite neurodegeneratin. The only thing that changed is my diet.
Dr Westman, I really appreciate your introduction style for all your interviews. You ask your guest to introduce themselves and take the opportunity to describe what is important to them. Well done.
Great comment. I got so caught up with all the terrific comments & replies, that I forgot to thank Dr. Westman for his wonderful podcast! Thanks, Dr. Westman! Keep it up.
After 4 strokes I went keto for cognitive impairment and have used a ketone / glucose meter to measure. The dawn effect kills my ketosis but a shot of C8 mct first thing morning gets me through the morning with good ketone levels, no appetite and a clear mind. I now eat carnivore due to plant intolerances and find that no longer measuring lowers anxiety probably due to fewer cortisol spikes, and thus I now go by what feels good rather than ketone measurements. Maintaining a strict keto diet keeps me feeling good mentally and physically.
You probably have been following Dr. Anthony Chaffee’s advice, I bet! Thanks for sharing your story. It’s timely & right on topic!
It’s normal and natural to come up out of ketosis everyday, you don’t want to remain in that state for long periods of time.
Most people don't know that all Plants contain natural Toxins such as Oxalates and Lectins (which they protect themselves with) which can kill you. This is why I've never met a healthy Vegan!
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What's a long period of time? One week?
Yea, same here, two strokes, that seven years ago, I was lucky, chanced upon the studies on Ketones for TBI recovery, which strokes same protocol. Anyroad, have been very low carb since post stroke, and I recovered.
2 years keto thanks to Chris Palmer. Put life long chronic mental health illnesses into remission, including random spontaneous bouts of psychosis and paranoid schizophrenia. No one else helped and I was ready to kill myself - then I saw Chris Palmers interview. I had tried everything, but what Chris talked about sounded like he actually had found the root cause. If this wasnt going to help, I had already made preparations. But holy hell did it work. Thank you for saving my life, Chris!
That is amazing! Congratulations!
God bless ❤️ yes, I was so touched when I heard Chris Palmer years ago. I sent it to everyone I know but nobody seems to pay attention, even those who have depression and sleep disorders. They all took medication without being interested in Keto diet. I started keto diet myself to improve my overall health since then...
That's amazing, happy for you!
I am very glad to hear your life transformation!!😊
It's amazing how little people know and understand that KETO, can improve, even cure mental health!
I've re-set my FUEL GAUGE to keto. At 71 I look better than at 61 (or 51 or 41). Apart from the wrinkles, of course. And because I've lost so much weight there are wrinkles in places I didn't know COULD have wrinkles. That's life!
Yea!! And what makes people look youthful is not a lack of wrinkles, but abundant energy. Betcha got that too.
Wrinkles will eventually go, the body absorbs the fat under skin
Add intermittent fasting and put your body into autophagy. It will slowly help tighten loose skin.
@@vinnie1711 Yep I do 18:6 most days, other days fail. But I am happy to fail some days! On keto I always seem to be cheerful!
Thank you for this dialogue! And proud that a Canadian was part of this! Dr Ovadia would be interested in this research.
A Canadian, Eh!
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I did a keto diet years ago. I must say it was the easiest way to lose weight I've ever tried. Then read that it wasnt safe. After watching this video I'm going keto again. Thanks.
P.S. during my keto diet I had to have a bone spur removed from my shoulder blade, and the doctor said that with my cholesterol and blood pressure levels I'd live to be 100.. lol.
If any future bone spurs develop, I’ve read that applying organic, hexene free, caster oil to the area, consistently over a period of time, will dissolve them. You can pour some on a cloth or bandage and then apply that to the skin above the affected area. Since caster oil is oily, you might want to use a material that has a waterproof backing such as a pad used for patients with incontinence and puppies.
I have Multiple Sclerosis. Keeping my carbs low has greatly improved my symptoms.
Being Carnivore at 69, and since 67 years old and coming from 4 years keto, I do not worry about any disease. If it happens, so be it, my previous eating and lifestyle habits are more than likely to blame. But being Carnivore today, I believe, my life is on the right track and no way will I go back to addictive sugar and carbs. I do, do MCT oil everday and have for years. I think if you get off the carbs totally early enough, you can reverse damage to the brain and deter dementia.and other metabolic diseases.
Yea. Me too. I'm 67 and have been carnivore since 65. I do MCT oil and now after watching this will use coconut oil in the mixture. And I am going to be more active as well. But all metabolic diseases are gone and I lost 40 lbs in 8 mo and have kept it off as my picture shows.
@@philais MCT oil is from Coconut oil and that is all you need. However, if you cook Beef Short Ribs you can use coconut oil. That is to die for.
MCT blows right thru me. Did you have to adapt to the MCT?
@@philais why don't you just use coconut oil MCT oil, that's what I use.
@@philaisyou can consider using fermented foods, such as Kombucha drinks, kimchi & sauerkraut( with low sodium & no MSG in the fermented kimchi & fermented sauerkraut). Also, consider these proteolytic( also called,”systemic”) enzymes: serrapeptase &, esp., nattokinase, daily. Also consider taking, orally, Kyolic garlic, liquid or soft gel form, daily. See Dr. Ford Brewer UA-cam video(s) for info as to recommendations as to amts. of kimchi, natto(or its supplement form, nattokinase, & Kyolic garlic. These extra items complement a carnivore diet, I need to add, & good health. Just as adding fermented pickles and/or small amts. of pickle juice might be healthy for some people( not for diabetics, for ex.), because of the high sodium content. Each of the previous mentioned items, to be considered, may be highly controversial among medical/nutritional experts who advocate for the carnivore diet, as an elimination diet, or for the purpose of maintaining a healthy human diet, in general (& for prevention of conditions, afflictions, & diseases).So due diligence is required, for each individual, if you add ingredients to a strict carnivore diet. A blanket dietary formula for everyone is foolish, because of diversity of genetics, variation of exposure to environmental toxins, & different person’s different reactions to the same foods eaten. Due to a variety of different factors, an individualized approach to required nutrition should be taken, if one chooses to adopt other than a strict carnivore diet(there are several forms of carnivore diet, ie., lion diet, or inclusion of eggs & fish,& optional butter, even). View Dr. Chaffee’s UA-cam video, for his explanation of why extra vitamin& mineral supplementation is not required, generally, for anyone embarking on any of the forms of carnivore diet, available. He claims the carnivore diet supplies all the required nutrients a human body needs. The body will automatically adjust itself to healthy metabolic levels, if the carnivore diet is properly carried out & strictly adhered to! Finally, thank you, Dr. Westman, for another fine podcast episode!
I have had success treating patients with heart failure on keto.
Healthy living includes fasting. Raw juices should always be used with fasting to prevent ketosis. Ketosis can definitely harm your health.
Always prevent ketosis!
ALL BULLSHIT!!!!!!!!)
So the very process that has kept our species alive for hundreds of thousands of years is harmful? 🤦♂️
@@herbbowler2461That's about the most ignorant blanket statement I've read in recent history.
@@herbbowler2461what? I think you are confusing ketosis with KetoAcidosis.
I think the psychological impact of suggesting people stop eating processed sugar is a basic reason doctors won't consider its benefits. Sugar is not only addictive but how our culture celebrates love and important milestones. When more people can accept the viability and importance for some of us to remain sugar free, it will be easier to just get those words out in the first place. There is life after sugar.
Well, the sugar addiction starts so young. The cereal companies advertise to young children
@@jupeter24yes this is the problem. It’s tied to so many of our early formative memories, indeed our personality.
I had to join a 12 step recovery for my sugar and processed food addiction. 9 years free currently but it wasn’t easy. A 60 year addiction with temptations everywhere.
Most doctors take the view that most patients won’t or can’t change their SAD. These doctors are correct, but such approach is ethically wrong, when dealing with new patients!
@@annbarklow5627It’s amazing you cured yourself, because the 12 Step Program doesn’t even claim to be a cure. It is a failed system, as far as I’m concerned. Most addicts need assistance, but if they hit “bottom” & survive, some can confront their addiction & quit, cold turkey. Surviving withdrawal symptoms is assured, but going through it without quitting & returning to the addictive behavior, is a living hell. Cure, contrary to what any 12 Step Program lies about, is possible for an individual. He or she has to quit, completely, all at once, & know that the cravings will be eliminated, in a short period of time, if you are determined to quit. You must quit completely, all at once, & go through the horrible psychological & physical withdrawal symptoms. Stay away from people & situations that you know are temptations to failure. You are most vulnerable to failure during this period, obviously. Take one day at a time, is a good attitude to take, however. Believe in yourself; that you can & will succeed.Confront your problem head on, having planned your course of action, realistically.That most people fail is true. Do you have the courage to be one that succeeds? Do you have what it takes? What have you got to lose, but continuation of an addicted, crappy life? So make the effort!
Thanks for this great conversation Dr westman. I always learn something when listening to Dr Cunnane. I feel great when I am in ketosis and knowing how important ketones are for my heart and brain keeps me motivated for sure.
WONDERFUL interview! I must listen again. Thank you both for all you’re doing for us! ❤
Dr. Cunnane rocks. Such in interesting and intellectual treasure. Very enjoyable video.
Thank you so much Dr Cunnane and Dr Westman. This information is very helpful. So many channels on UA-cam are sponsored, selling a book or similar. Your channel is such a refreshing change.
So glad to hear about this research. I agree with the professor that doctors need to act on what is already known.
Thank you, Dr Westman and Dr Cunnane.
At around the 7 min mark, Dr Westman you mentioned the link between cerebral palsy and cholesterol. My son has CP. can the symptoms be reduced somewhat through the brain operating on a higher proportion of ketones and increasing intake in foods higher with cholesterol. My ears pricked up when I heard this and I would do anything to help him Dr. thanks
my child has CP - water therapy, music, fatty fish, green organic leafs in the diet, creatine, and coconut oil derived ketone oil. the scarring can't be fixed but stimulation and the right energy and vitamins and minerals can enable connections to spark. Our child had enormous improvements in some areas - but of course we couldn't undo the brain damage so no improvement in gross motor dysfunction, all improvements were in reading, speaking, communicating and interaction and conversation etc. Just to clarify I do not have a my child on a keto diet, but a normal healthy fruit/vegetable intake but no junk food or any processed carbohydrate - nothing that isn't meat/fish/chicken/eggs/plant foods. No breakfast cereals or sugary anything as her risk of diabetes is high due to low muscle volume and she has sarcopenia/with fatty muscles from not walking so very high risk for heart disease and diabetes.
The answer to your question is yes. The brain runs better on ketones, so it stands to reason that it would help CP. It sure won't hurt and will help the overall person.
Wow cool if it can help. I wish you the best if luck! 😊
I am excited about this video, Congratulations Dr. Westman on your career on Keto and this doctor doing research.
Awesome dialogue. Thrilled to see Dr C is my neck of the woods!!
Day 4 back on carnivore I been off it for six months and I’ll tell you the worse 6 months of my life so back at it and after day 2 my body was like hey
I fall of every once in a while but get right back at it the next day. Why did you go 6 months instead of getting right back on the horse?
U got this ! Good on u for getting back!
This is such a fascinating podcast! I have been using ketone supplements as a therapy for my brain injured patients for over 10 years now with good anecdotal success… I wish we could study this in a more formal scientific fashion but nobody wants to fund it…
I guarantee that the Rockefeller foundation won't fund any of this research. 😉
Thanks dr westman for this interesting interview
Thank you for this informative educational video!🌻
Thank you very much both for your time and work 💪👏👍
Interesting episode. Thank you. I think a better title would be the potential of ketones and connections with Epilepsy, Alzheimers and Parkinsons
My husband has Parkinson’s. What would be the best for him? Keto or carnivore? Are there any studies particularly on people with Parkinson’s
@@fareeashaik5218 Carnivore is a version of keto that just removes all vegetables and fruits (and of course processed garbage). Ketosis is always calming to the nerves and makes you mentally sharper. Try longer time periods between dinner and the next meal the following day to ease into it. Many people are naturally in ketosis when they wake up after a long sleep. Acetone in the morning breath is part of "bad" morning breath, but it is actually just the body burning fat for fuel.
Thank you
This segment was so interesting
One of your best
Doc, congratulations on finally talking about the benefits of ketones. I hope you can finally debunk the influencers that talk about their unique keto diets and tell people that ketosis is not a “goal” of their keto diet. Please debunk them and tell them that ketosis is what defines a keto diet. A diet without ketosis is not a keto diet.
Ketosis does have a place therapeutically in other medical conditions but people who have obesity related insulin resistance will not necessarily be in ketosis on a keto diet nor is that the goal for weight loss. The goal of a keto diet for weight loss is simply lowering glucose and insulin.
@@touchofgrace3217 Thanks for your reply. My point is about using correct English. The word Keto comes from Ketosis, Ketone, and Ketogenic, it does not come from the word low-carb. Everything Westman talks about would be great if he just replaces his incorrect use of the word keto with low-carb. The same can be said about your use of the word keto. I agree that the goal of a "low carb" diet for weight loss is simply to lower glucose and insulin. There is no goal of a keto diet - people are either in ketosis or not. Ketosis and "keto" is not about the food that is eaten - it's a state of metabolism. Ketosis has no goals, it's a state of being. Most scientists define ketosis as the body producing .5mmol/L of ketones.
@@fredsmit3481I’snt the use of the word “ketosis”, generally used incorrectly? Doesn’t the correct usage mean that “ketosis” refers to an abnormal process of ketone metabolism, one that is of negative health connotation? In other words, isn’t the common usage of the word “ketosis” diametrically opposite to the correct meaning? Does ketosis actually refer to an abnormal (unhealthy) production ( in the liver) of ketones?
@@howardstewart2549 Thanks again for your response and question. ketosis is normal and good. I think what you are thinking of is ketoacidosis which is very bad and dangerous.
@@fredsmit3481I don’t totally agree with you in the sens that dr westman allways defines the diet of his patiets as being max 20 carbs total , max. This is way way lower than low carb , it is the real ketogenic carb limit accepted by all scientists.
What a wonderful interview. Thank you 🙏
It is an exciting time to witness these changes and discoveries. Thanks both of you Dr. For getting together for this podcast. It was very interesting and maybe immediately useful.
agreed. 75 years ago the first anti psycotics were discovered for disease like Bipolar, and Schizophrenia. Now we dont have any new medicine. But the nutritional therapy is something that came these day and ages. Meaning ill people can be helped on this day and age. It is an exciting time indeed.
Don't worry they'll be suppressed by big Pharma soon, s/
Hey! Talk to Dr Jason Fung about taking over the chair! He's younger and a kidney specialist teaching the KETO diet for therapeutics regarding diabetes, cancer, and obesity. If he can do it, he'll probably know someone, or maybe Dr Paul Mason would.
Resistance to achieving Ketosis in some people is likely due to higher levels of Glycogen Stores in those individuals. Decades of Carbo Loading 6 to 8 times a day might be increasing liver mass &/or increasing liver Glycogen Storage Capacity.
This research is more important than you realize today. In the future you will look back and hail these researchers for improving the human condition.
Thank you! Sending gratitude and good energy to these research efforts. ❤
Another Canadian, Dr Matthew Phillips is using ketosis and studying it’s effects on Neurodegenerative disorders.
came here to say the same. he's amazing!
Can it help Parkinson’s disease?
@@fareeashaik5218 Yes- he does a lot of work in that area. He is living in NZ now and you can easily find him on UA-cam by searching “ Matthew Phillips and Parkinson’s”.
@@fareeashaik5218they do imply that it can.
We have an epilepsy ketogenic treatment centre in Canada? Good to know!!
At Hopital Ste. Justine's, so yes, for children.
@@dorothyloney8479 Thanks for responding! That’s interesting. I guess it doesn’t get much ink!
Excellent video...I learned some stuff tonight,thanks so much.
Thank you Dr. Westman. You introduce me to the coolest people
so what kind of MCT oil do you recommend - and how should I take it?
C8 c10 from coconut oil
Start at one teaspoon and increase to a level your doctor recommends and your body tolerates
What an excellent interview! Very much enjoyed this.
MCT oil may have some benefits but it is not something that would have been available to pretty much the entire population of the world historically and therefore is unlikely to be a requirement.
It absolutely makes more sense that animal fats are the primary food for robust health.
Thanks to both of you for ALL the valuable information!! God bless you!!
Great talk. Thanks Nick Indiana
Great podcast. I was a we disappointed that he did not further explain his statement on flaxseed oil or as he says any green. In my medical practice I’ve avoided most seed oil recommendations. Not that plants don’t contain some good substances but they come also with detrimental products. Cheers Dr. Ginge
I’m going to start adding BHB sodium back to my water again after learning this. Thank you!
Interesting interview - thank you
Yes, we definitely need help with cardiologist. Especially lipoprotein little A.
Great research and super interesting topic. Let's go Ketones!
Great Information
Ketones, readily produced by the liver, are required for humans from birth. Like oxygen.
The first moment a baby is given sugar, ketone production is blocked and brain development suffers.
Animal models are limited because small brained animals do not require ketones.
We are compromised from the moment we are weaned from breastfeeding. Babies get on formula milk which is ridden with polyunsaturated oils sugars and other improper chemicals. Then we are feeding them from small jars with vegetable mush, wondering why they become gassy and bloated and in pain. That's extremely sad, there's a long way to finding the correct path again.
I have been on keto diet for a while but weight returning. The Dr Ben Bikman mentioned that alcohol can block certain receptors and contribute to insulin resistance. But I was under the impression that red wine didn't do any harm. So I'm stopping my habit of red dry wine
I don't pretend to to intuit the whole discussion but it's always interesting to listen in on 🤔
Thank you!
Dropping down into ketosis was the quick exit for fixing a bout with COVID-19 early on for me. I caught it on an airplane and after a positive test and immediately stopping consumption of all net carbs, I was out riding my bike after three days. The virus deprives the mitochondria of glucose and you become weak. When you stop all carbs then the body goes into ketosis and the mitochondria shift to mostly ketones (BHB) for fuel. The body generates endogenous glucose as required mostly for the brain. It helps to be already fat-adapted. This is a primary strategy of animals. They simply stop eating for a while to flush out a virus. One of the reasons COVID was so bad was that most people are not metabolically flexible between glucose and fat use.
41:30: I would like to nominate Dr. Jason Fung or Dr. Chris Palmer. 😊
What substance is used in a ketone pet scan? Is it done like the pet scan for cancer which uses sugar?
So, by eliminating carbs, your body begins to, eventually, use fat for fuel, rather than glucose. Glucose prevents ketone formation or usage in the brain, & glucose can be responsible for causation or allowing insulin resistance to continue, in the brain. Hyperglycemia & hyperinsulemia can result, in a vicious cyclic process, that causes beta cell die-off in the pancreas, leading to chronic inflammation & damage to tissues, organs, & blood vessels, throughout the body, that could wind up as arterial plaque, & heart disease & stroke, from clots that block circulation of blood (& the oxygen & nutrients that RBCs supply).Is this overview correct? I didn’t mention, even, the detrimental effect of fructose, in the body’s metabolism, from the breakdown of carbs during the digestion process. Someone, please clean up my shaky overview.
That's a decent analysis based on my knowledge!
Yep
I think haemoglobin and some brain cells need glucose that’s why your liver makes it own.
Search amylin, it gives you a link to dying pancreas beta cells.
@@egg399. can you provide a deeper insight into your theory . Just trying to get perspective here. I have always heard the brain really truly prefers ketones. I’d like more info on “ some brain cells”
I have diabetic retinopathy in both eyes. Can a keto diet improve this condition?
Are you familiar with the work of Dale Bredesen on Alzheimer using keto diet?
Hope there will be research on GKI with Grade School 🎒 to improve memory, learning, intelligence and cognitive function
I think we should learn how to go into ketosis and test it. But we should also recognize that one can still lose weight and control blood sugar and insulin response by being simply low carb. I find low carb easier to maintain in the long run and for me, sustainability is the most important thing. I’ve been in and out of ketosis and have lost 140 lbs so far. I did not think I could ever do keto and cannot see myself eating sardines. It would be awful for people to be discouraged by the high bar or sardines and keto. I was that person one time. It made me fail at fasting because I didn’t cut the carbs first. I am in a good path now and thankful. Maybe one day I could do full carnivore for a bit, but for now, low carb alternating with keto and intermittent fasting with some longer fasts has kept me on the path. I like sweet tastes and have not given up sweeteners, either.
1. Years ago, Michael J Fox said his Parkinson symptoms went away when he got on the ice to skate. (Ketones to the brain?)
2. A 60-minute piece a while back showed Parkinson oldsters on stationary bikes for 45-minute stints, after which their symptoms went away. (Ketones?)
3. Please give me the link to a reliable breath acetone unit. Is this what Lumen does?
4. I could not find the book "Keto Made Simple." Please give me the link.
his book is "End your carb confusion". Keto Made Simple is a three week online class thru Adapt Your Life that is led by Dr. Westman
Parkinson's symptoms can vary depending on the activity. A person may not be able to walk well but then can dance without difficulty. It may be the specific region of the brain that is being used for the particular activity. A frequent example I've noticed in Parkinsons patients is the ability to ambulate without difficulty but immediate issues when the pattern on the floor changes or they need to change direction while walking.
Yes indeed!!!!!!
Ketones is the answer ❤
Thank you !
Dr. Westman, think it would be interesting to experiment with the benefits that dry fasting would have on your results with those following your program. Possibly take them to an even better level of health!
I need info on the book Dr Westman mentions at 18:10. He says it’s a text book with an egg on it. Does anyone know the author or ISBN?
Question I have congenital BVH bilateral vestibular hypofunction which I was unaware of until my early sixties when Condition became worse and was diagnosed. Many fractures from falls, so wheelchair user. It’s not MS but I’m now ketovore, no gluten or eggs and hoping this will improve my ocular sensors to what they were. Any thought on this please.
Eat bacon and eggs.
Still watching the video. Not sure if the doctor tells us what to look for when buying MCT oil. If not, can you tell us what MCT oil to buy? One that has the C8, C10, C14, and maybe anything else necessary for the body? Thank you.
He said the regular coconut oil might be beneficial because it does contain lauric acid which could be antibacterial/anti-viral. But he would supplement it with C8 or C10 to have a more ketogenic effect. Although IMO, if you are already following a very low carb or ketogenic diet, the regular coconut oil would probably be fine on its own. I believe he was talking about supplementing a standard diet.
@@nancyj621 thank you
@@nancyj621 thank you for this info...can you tell me what C8 & C10 are? I already use MCT oil but have never heard of C8 or C10....
@@deb1120 Those indicate the carbon chain size of the fatty acid. They also have the names caprylic and capric acid. I have no idea what all that means, but I do know they are medium chain fatty acids. When buying Mct or coconut oils you will usually see these names on the label.
@@nancyj621 thank you for the quick reply!
Any relationship between diabetic ketoacidosis and keto diet?
Those are actually two completely different states.
41:15: I would like to nominate Dr. Jason Fung. 😊
Please have a research on GKI of less than 2 to cure metabolic Diseases such as Atherosclerosis, CKD, Stroke, Foot Ulcers, Retinopathy etc
I think Dr. Dale Bredesen, MD does that in his book on healing Alzheimer’s. The End of Alzheimer’s Program. I’d have to look again but I believe any ketones is good for your health.
Wow, we need that paper.
What’s a good MCT oil aside from coconut oil?😊
I use Garden of Life MCT oil c8 c10
Please provide reference for retirement home study.
My daughter is also in remission 🎉🎉
Keto helps me keep my Hashimoto Thyroid Disease in check and help keep up my muscle mass past 40 😊❤ Ketones are so naturally healthy 💪 👌 🙌 😄
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Thank you!!!!
My husband’s family has been devastated with Alzheimer’s disease, his mother and four of his sisters. As I noticed signs in him and also suffering with trigeminal neuralgia for 20 years. I started incorporating the ketogenic diet and also MCT oil and coconut oil, I noticed great improvement within four days. to the point that he was taking only one dose of medication for his trigeminal neuralgia instead of 4 to 5 a day. Also, his brain fog and his memory and his trend to thought improved greatly Even his cardiologist noticed improvement and told him whatever you’re doing keep doing it because it’s helping. I have followed Dr Eric Westman for years. I am so grateful.
Oooooo I’d love to learn more about the benefits of MCT for babies in utero and in infancy. Got a little one on the way and am curious if I should have my wife take some MCT oil.
Eggs
@@daryltownsley4562 which are devoid of MCTs.
Thanks
If i go for a long run, and drink 15 ml of mct only, i can get my ketones above 2mm. The key is to do it carb depleted.
The problem with C8 oils is they cause GI distress and high fat is awesome if you can digest high fat meaning having all of the different fat breakdown and reabsorption biochemistry tickety boo..
If not then what? Exogenous ketones? True that when I have tried C8 despite the drawbacks it dues what it says on the tin - insulin down reg and focus. But insulin down reg has to be the first go to with fasting ( dr.Bikman) messing with hormonal balance can lead to aromatisation.. also and watch out for " unisex" supplement formulations... As a woman woman is what I want to stay period.
What are ketones, how do they benefit our bodies?
Ketones are a fuel source for the cells in your body, including your brain.
Early in this video they talked about the importance of ketones for early brain development in infants (up to 2 years of age) and how it is also helping older people improve cognitive function.
Look up info on fasting and keto and carnivore diets. These help your body in many different ways.
Wow...fabulous interview!! Wish I had known this 10 years ago when my parents were starting to go thru Parkinsons and Alzhiemers...Just as a neat idea...Chris Cooking Nashville youtube has a way to make high protein Chocolate pudding using scrabbled eggs...a great recipe for Dr. Cunnane's cooks for lowering carbs and getting more protein in 80 year olds!
At 27 min 40% of energy use is ketones in brain, the 60% is glucose from gluconeogenisis in very low carb diets? Fa don’t pass bbb?
Doctor Westman, have you studied the effects of a ketogenic diet on individuals who have had a stroke?
Dave Mac is a stroke recoverer, he interviews many people on their experience with carnivore diet. He has one video where he explains his own recovery. His youtube site is nocarblife
Reducing carb intake 30% means from 300 carbs per day to (as recommend in some low fat cook books 1990's) to 210 carbs per day?
Or is better below 80 carbs per day which is not easy but feasible. Or to produce ketones must we go to 42 carbs which is challenging.
When calculating carbs in USA can subtract grams of fiber. Does intermediate fasting positively effect ketones production?
Intermittent fasting does help from what I have learned so far. Especially if you stop eating 3 hours before bed.
Depending on how high your carb are when you start you will feel better when you lower them to the amount your body can use and not store.
When I started I lowered my to 100 carbs a day. I added more lower carb vegetables and cut out fruit to one a day. Also, I took out grains. I did it o e at a time, slowly so I didn’t get keto flu. My body had adjusted and weight loss is slower but I feel better at 50 or below…
Carnivore is the tool 😊
Do you have to be in ketosis to have blood ketones?
I think so
Definitely YES.
@@artemis6628 but doesn’t burning fat create ketones
@@rtay0311 Ketones in your blood or urine indicate that your body is burning fats instead of glucose for energy. Having ketones means your body is using another energy source - fats.
Yes but: the liver always makes some ketones, but if you're not in ketosis the amount is so tiny it's negligible.
22:42 What if? Dementia et al is a result of bacterial infections out of control, fed by an over intake of glucose, and that amyloid plaques are like cholesterol at the scene of damage. They are the firefighters trying to isolate the bacterial overgrowth. And that a very thoughful course of antibiotics could handle such bacteria and the person's condition would cease to worsen and even, perhaps, reverse.
Instead of taking antibiotics which will also kill your healthy microbiome, why not just quit eating sugar, glucose, sucrose, and fructose which might feed the bacterial infections?
@@moonmagnolia7 I'm not pro antibiotics - however I've read some stuff very recently where someone had a very established bacterial infection (multiple kinds) and the antibiotic was more about quickly knocking it on the head.
What’s with the purple shadows washing across the background…? 🤔
I think it's part of the SlideShare presentation. I think it's cool. 😅
You ere right, it is distracting
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Defining normal relative to the age has a signiificant flaw which leads to false and misleading results. I'll let you find out by yourself. Thank you.
Anyone drinking Keto IQ?
And does anyone wonder why we have such high rates of mental illness, and neurodegenerative diseases. It have been linked to diet for many years now, and yet mainstream turns a blind eye.
carbohydrate based diets with processed seed oils in ultra processed food
Can Parkinson’s be healed and cured with Keto or carnivore????????
Absolutely worth a 30, 60, or 90 day trial, in my opinion.
With no long term studies at this point, it is all anecdotal.
Ibfind muchvof what I have seen quite compelling, for a large variety of issues.
I think that mild or borderline ketosis (~.50 mmol/L in blood) is a healthy target for any person, especially those with brain/eye issues as well as neurodegenerative issues in the rest of the body. I am targeting that level or slightly greater to fight potential macular degeneration.
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“Two of my patients lost 50 pounds reading the Atkins book….” Wow!!! My wife has been telling me I need to read more…I guess eye movement burns a lot of calories…🤣
If only it were that easy!!! 😂
50 pounds you say, must have been a long book.
I suppose if you are reading, you are not eating 😉
I wonder about the relative value of indigenous ketones v. Various exogenous ketone sources?
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Can someone suggest why when I increase fat (which should be good thing ) I start to snore and I get stuffy nose, achy hands, stuffy throat, white tongue, burning and watery eyes 🥲
What is the fat you increase? Is it vegetable oils, or animal saturated fat?
Butter?
@@egg399. including butter, no vegetable oils . But I eat a lot of pork