Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

Learn how to protect your kidneys by avoiding sugar and oxalates, consuming lemon water and apple cider vinegar, and following a Healthy Keto® diet with intermittent fasting. Discover the impact of dietary choices, exposure to toxins, and aging on kidney health, as well as the benefits of potassium, lemons, and apple cider vinegar for kidney health. Explore the importance of limiting oxalates to prevent kidney stones and understand the interplay of potassium, salt, calcium, and oxalates. Get tips on preventing high creatinine levels in urine and maintaining healthy kidneys.

Learn about the top signs of a digestive enzyme deficiency, including indigestion, gas, problems digesting fat, bloating, abdominal pain, deficiencies in fat-soluble vitamins, and SIBO. Discover natural remedies such as betaine hydrochloride, ox bile, TUDCA, and the carnivore diet to support digestion. Explore the role of the gallbladder in enzyme production and the microbiome in digestion.

Discover the dangers of trans fats on heart health and their links to diseases like heart attack, stroke, and diabetes. Learn about the deceptive labeling of 'zero trans fats' and the presence of trans fats in animal products. Explore the health issues associated with trans fats and the industry's efforts to reduce their consumption.

A study linking erythritol to heart attacks and strokes is analyzed. The hosts point out flaws, such as correlation not implying causation and the study's focus on endogenous erythritol. They discuss how erythritol may actually be beneficial, countering the bad effects of sugar with its antioxidant properties and potential health benefits.

Learn about the harmful impact and accumulation of heavy metals in our bodies, and how they disrupt different bodily systems. Discover the importance of enhancing detox enzymes like glutathione and SOD, and how heavy metals impede them. Explore the power of natural herbs and spices like broccoli sprouts, cilantro, garlic, turmeric, and cruciferous vegetables in detoxifying heavy metals. Find out additional tips, including incorporating organic food and using a good water filter to minimize heavy metal exposure.

In this podcast, Dr. Berg discusses the difference between folic acid and folate, the role of folic acid in preventing neural tube defects, and the impact of a genetic mutation on folic acid conversion. He emphasizes the importance of methyl folate for individuals with the mutation and provides recommendations for natural B9 sources. It is essential to avoid excessive synthetic folic acid intake and consume more foods with natural folate like dark leafy green vegetables.

Learn about the causes of a vitamin B12 deficiency, including H. pylori infection and the side effects of metformin. Discover remedies for H. pylori, such as broccoli sprouts and probiotics. Explore the impact of genetic variations, synthetic folic acid, laughing gas, and PPIs on vitamin B12 levels.

Exploring the dangers of refeeding syndrome that can occur after prolonged fasting. Risks include coma, seizures, and death. Conditions that increase the risk include eating disorders, alcoholism, type 1 diabetes, and starvation. Taking electrolytes and B vitamins is crucial when starting any fasting. Gradually reintroducing small amounts of food is recommended after a fast.

Learn how consuming apple cider vinegar can give you an energy boost and support digestion, healthy blood sugar, liver, weight loss, cardiovascular system, and inhibit oxalate crystal formation. Apple cider vinegar is acetic acid that can be absorbed as fuel by your tissues. Adding one to two tablespoons to a glass of water can increase your energy levels on keto and fasting.

Learn about the best strategies to stop overeating, including following the Healthy Keto diet and doing intermittent fasting. Understand the triggers of hunger hormones and the causes of overeating. Explore the connection between cravings and nutrient deficiencies. Discover effective techniques to control overeating, such as starting with vegetables, planning meals beforehand, and being cautious when dining out.