Well Beyond 40 Beyond Weight Loss: Ketosis for Longevity and Brain Health with Dr. Annette Bosworth
Nov 13, 2024
Dr. Annette Bosworth, an internist and author, shares her transformative journey from traditional medicine to advocating for ketogenic diets. She discusses how ketosis can combat chronic diseases like cancer and enhance cognitive performance. Dr. Boz breaks down the science behind this dietary approach, emphasizing its potential for cellular repair and longevity. She also offers practical tips for starting a ketogenic lifestyle and highlights the importance of community support in achieving health goals. This conversation is a compelling mix of personal stories and groundbreaking nutritional insights.
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Ketosis As A Systemic Metabolic Switch
- Ketosis flips metabolism from sugar to fat and reduces cellular inflammation across the body.
- Dr. Annette Bosworth says this shift supports brain repair, energy, and chronic disease reversal.
System Incentives Can Undermine Patient Care
- Corporate medicine often prioritizes metrics and incentives that misalign with patient care.
- Bosworth left corporate systems to pursue individualized, nutrition-focused medicine.
Mother's Cancer Response To Ketosis
- Dr. Bosworth chose a ketogenic diet for her 71-year-old mother with advanced CLL instead of immediate chemotherapy.
- Within six weeks the mother's cancer markers fell ~70% and she regained energy and function.
