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Doctors Got It Wrong About Weight Loss – Here’s The Real Cause With Doug Reynolds

May 6, 2025
Doug Reynolds, CEO of Low Carb USA, shares insights on the misconceptions surrounding weight loss and nutritional science. He discusses his transition from engineering to advocating for low-carb diets, emphasizing their benefits for health and fitness in midlife. Doug's personal health transformation highlights the power of lifestyle changes. He also reflects on organizing health conferences, the importance of community support in metabolic health, and how sharing personal experiences can counter skepticism about dietary success.
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Doug's Running and Weight Struggle

  • Doug Reynolds was a long-distance runner who gained 35 pounds and experienced health issues by 2015.
  • An email about ketones sparked his research into low-carb diets, which he was initially unfamiliar with.
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Rapid Health Gains On Low Carb

  • Doug experienced rapid health improvements after starting a low-carb diet, including better energy, knee pain relief, and respiratory health.
  • Initial fatigue turned into vitality and faster exercise recovery, surprising him.
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Founding Low Carb Conferences

  • Doug and his wife spontaneously started organizing low-carb conferences after seeing the potential impact.
  • Despite no prior formal training, they secured top speakers and launched an event with significant logistical challenges.
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