

Upgrade Your Keto Thinking – Steven Gundry, M.D. – Best of 2022
Dec 28, 2022
Dr. Steven Gundry, a renowned cardiologist and author, dives deep into the ketogenic diet's real benefits. He dispels myths, revealing that ketones aren't just fat-burning but essential signaling molecules for mitochondrial health. Gundry shares eight keys to unlocking the keto code, emphasizing the importance of intermittent fasting, polyphenols, and fermented foods. He also discusses mitochondrial uncoupling, gut health, and the advantages of specific fats, offering a fresh perspective on achieving health without deprivation.
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Big Ed's Transformation
- Dr. Gundry's career shifted after a patient reversed heart disease with diet and supplements.
- This inspired him to explore alternatives to surgery, leading to his focus on diet and longevity.
Ketones' True Role
- Ketones are not primarily fat-burning molecules, challenging common keto beliefs.
- They are signaling molecules that enhance health, weight loss, and longevity by affecting mitochondria.
Mitochondrial Uncoupling
- Ketones signal mitochondria to uncouple, wasting calories to protect themselves.
- They also promote mitogenesis, increasing mitochondria count to share the workload.