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.
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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.
insights INSIGHT
Mitochondrial Uncoupling
Ketones signal mitochondria to uncouple, wasting calories to protect themselves.
They also promote mitogenesis, increasing mitochondria count to share the workload.
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Unlocking the Keto Code
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In Unlocking the Keto Code, Dr. Gundry reveals the biological mechanism behind keto diets, focusing on a cellular process called 'mitochondrial uncoupling.' He explains that ketones are not the sole fuel source and that a very low-carb diet can lead to muscle wasting and poor cognitive health. Instead, Gundry proposes a more flexible approach, incorporating plant-based foods, ketone-generating foods like goat and sheep milk products, and timed eating schedules to achieve the benefits of ketosis without extreme carb restriction. The book is grounded in cutting-edge science and includes food lists, hacks, and new recipes, making it accessible for those who have tried and failed on traditional keto diets, as well as vegetarians and vegans.
IN THIS “BEST OF” EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™…… Steven Gundry, M.D., explains that ketones aren’t the fat-burning molecules you think they are. Ketones actually work to enhance health, weight loss, and longevity by acting as signaling molecules that stimulate your mitochondria. A cellular process known as “mitochondrial uncoupling” happens.
Upgrading your nutrition with keto gets even simpler in this conversation that gives you real food examples of how to ignite your mitochondrial uncoupling process without a monotonous, limiting, high-fat diet.
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