Ketogenic Diet
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Top Ten Worst Health Stories of 2019 (Part 2)
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
It’s that time of year: I’m reprising my annual rendition of the year’s worst health stories. These stories distinguish themselves by perpetuating stereotypes about the dangers or inefficacy of supplements or natural therapies, or alternatively, parroting outmoded concepts about diet….read more
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5 supplements to use on keto
By Tori Lutz
When first starting out on the Keto diet, many people quickly come to understand what’s known as the Keto Flu, a feeling of immense sickness and exhaustion caused by switching from a carb-inclusive daily intake to eating almost zero carbs…read more
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Ask Leyla: Do paleo/keto diets cause gluconeogenesis (“new glucose”)
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: Do ketogenic and Paleo diets cause any muscle breakdown to produce glucose via gluconeogenesis? A: Gluconeogenesis (“new glucose”) is made in the liver from amino acids—the building blocks of protein—to support blood sugar metabolism known as glycolysis. These amino…read more
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The plot against Keto
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
I’m not susceptible to conspiracy theories, but this week’s confluence of anti-low-carb/Keto stories has me wondering. It’s a veritable torrent of orchestrated assaults! First there was the “Keto crotch” campaign. Initially, I was going to pass up on damage control…read more
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Ask Leyla: How can I survive the keto flu?
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I’m on a very low carb diet and my question relates to my feeling of weakness and lethargy recently. I’ve read about the “Atkins Flu” or “Keto Flu.” Is this what I’m experiencing? What can I do to feel better?…read more
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Ask Leyla: How can I make the most of my ketogenic diet?
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I have tried somewhat successfully to burn my persistent fat with a ketogenic diet but find the 20 to 30 grams daily carbohydrate allowance hard to maintain. I also like to enjoy a glass or two of good red wine…read more
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Leyla Weighs In: Protein vs. fat in a low carb diet
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
There’s a misconception among low carb dieters. Many people believe a low carb diet is much higher in protein. Folks are opting for ‘lean’ protein like sirloin steak and grilled chicken breast, keeping fattier portions like rib-eye and dark meat…read more
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Caffeine & ketosis: Friend or foe?
By Dr. David Perlmutter
A lot of times I’m asked about the impact of caffeine consumption on ketosis. Does it help? Hurt? A new study out of Canada seeks to answer this question. This video originally appeared on Dr. Perlmutter’s website.
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Ketosis & Parkinson’s Disease: Improving symptoms with a ketogenic diet
By Dr. David Perlmutter
If you feel like you are hearing about more and more about Parkinson’s Disease in the media lately, you shouldn’t be surprised. Cases are being presented with more and more frequency, such that Parkinson’s rate of incidence is now somewhere…read more
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Leyla Weighs In: Prescription Drugs and Nutrient Depletion (Second in a Series)
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