Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

Many people think they need to avoid ultraviolet radiation—their first thought may even be that it causes cancer. Today we're going to talk about the potent anti-inflammatory effects of UV radiation and its other benefits. UV radiation is a part of the spectrum of energy from the sun. Humans have adapted over time to survive the sun's radiation and use it to our advantage. Ultraviolet radiation is the only part of the sun's energy that helps the body make vitamin D, which is essential. Vitamin D is one of the most important vitamins for your immune system and is an incredibly potent anti-inflammatory. While chronic exposure to UV radiation is unhealthy and can increase your risk of certain skin cancers, it may have significant health benefits in small doses. Too much exposure to ultraviolet radiation can also cause wrinkles, loss of collagen, and aging spots. But having enough antioxidants in your skin may help protect you from these issues. If you build up the antioxidants in your skin—in small doses, the benefits of ultraviolet radiation may outweigh the negatives. Potential benefits of UV radiation: • It has an anti-inflammatory effect • It may contribute to decreasing your risk of autoimmune diseases • It may help reduce the risk of TB • It may help suppress the symptoms of certain skin conditions • It may help reduce pain • It may help regulate cortisol • It can help increase nitric oxide • It has reparative actions • It may help elevate your mood and balance serotonin

19 Okt 20239min

Today I want to cover some important information on reducing the side effects of medications. Phase 1 and phase 2 enzymes are groups of enzymes that help break down medications and toxins in the liver. These enzymes turn medications and toxins into harmless water-soluble particles that can be eliminated through the body. If this enzyme system isn’t working, you could experience more side effects from medications. Your medications may also not be as effective as they should be. Certain things can decrease the function of phase 1 and phase 2 detoxification, including: • DNA mutations • Liver problems • Consuming grapefruit • Certain medications How to support phase 1 and phase 2 detoxification: 1. Consume cruciferous vegetables, allium vegetables, sulforaphane, or DIM 2. Do fasting 3. Reduce exposure to toxins 4. Strengthen the liver (do Healthy Keto® and take milk thistle) 5. Use herbal remedies (curcumin, green tea, and garlic)

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Today I want to cover some interesting points about selenium that you may have never heard before. Selenium is a trace mineral, and it’s involved in thyroid function and helps detox mercury. Selenium is also a powerful antioxidant. It’s important to support cardiovascular and brain health and may help prevent strokes and cancer. Brazil nuts are loaded with selenium. One Brazil nut will give you the selenium you need for the day. Taking too much selenium could lead to selenium toxicity. Selenium is in many other foods, too, so why are so many people deficient in selenium? It has to do with the fact that it’s in a form that plant roots have a difficult time extracting—they need help from microbes. However, there aren’t enough microbes or diversity of microbes in the soil. A good solution is to start buying foods from farmers who care about their soil and grow things with microbial diversity. It’s also essential to consume fermented foods. Another overlooked cause of selenium deficiency is a certain genetic mutation related to the proteins or enzymes with selenium. Taking statins may also lead to selenium deficiency.

18 Okt 20237min

Today I’m going to share why eating in moderation is bad diet advice. This idea involves avoiding extremes and consuming a balanced diet with reasonable amounts of various foods. However, some of the foods you are allowed to consume, even in moderation, can destroy your health. Why eating everything in moderation doesn’t work for weight loss or creating a healthy body: 1. The carbs aren’t low enough (moderation is subjective) 2. Many people have insulin resistance 3. It doesn’t consider genetics 4. It includes addictive foods 5. It includes refined foods 6. Eating stimulates insulin The best way to burn fat and create a healthy body is to consume 50 grams or less of carbs per day. Doing this will also eliminate hunger and cravings, making it easier to stay on track with a diet plan. The Healthy Keto® diet is a low-carb diet plan that focuses on nutritious, quality ingredients and getting healthy to lose weight. Learn more about the ketogenic diet in my other videos.

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There is a myth that calcium is the main mineral you need for osteoporosis and to strengthen your bones. The majority of what makes up bone is collagen, which is protein. There is calcium in your bones, but it’s tied up with phosphorus. In some interesting studies, they found that taking calcium doesn’t prevent bone fractures. There is also strong evidence that taking a calcium supplement can increase the risk of cardiovascular problems. It’s essential to get enough vitamins, minerals, and trace minerals in your diet. The most important vitamins for bone health are vitamin D and vitamin K2. Another factor in your bone health is your hormones. For example, a deficiency in estrogen or high cortisol can lead to osteoporosis. Bone loss isn’t contributed to one thing. Overall, to build bone, you need to focus on creating a healthy body. The best source of calcium to help strengthen the bones is dairy. But, a combination of plants and dairy is great for supporting healthy calcium levels. Signs and symptoms of a calcium deficiency: • Muscle spasms • Tetany • Changes in heart rate • Numbness around the mouth • Numbness in the fingertips and feet • Spasm in the larynx (hoarseness, rough-sounding voice, a lump in the throat) • Consuming excessive amounts of protein, sodium, coffee, soft drinks, and refined sugar Calcium is needed for your health, but it may be best to get it from food. One of the biggest health benefits of calcium is that it may help prevent certain intestinal cancers. Keep in mind that you need plenty of vitamin D and magnesium to absorb calcium.

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Let's talk about the health benefits of magnesium. Magnesium is a fascinating and important mineral that's involved in over 350 enzymes in the body. Enzymes speed up the chemical reactions in the body, and they don't deplete their energy in the process. Well-known benefits of magnesium: • It supports the heart • It may help with muscle cramping • It supports sleep • It may help reduce anxiety • It may help promote relaxation • It supports the flexibility of the arteries • It may help with headaches • It may help with problems related to the nerves and muscles Surprising benefits of magnesium: 1. It may help regulate LDL cholesterol and triglycerides and increase HDL 2. It helps make ATP (energy in the body) 3. It helps regulate adrenaline, cortisol, and ACTH—and counters oxidative stress from these hormones 4. It's involved in enzymes related to lecithin (the antidote to cholesterol) 5. It's a natural calcium channel blocker, beta blocker, and antithrombotic 6. It helps regulate blood sugar levels 7. It's involved in making DNA Many people don't consume enough magnesium, which can cause a magnesium deficiency and lead to various health issues. Magnesium-rich foods: • Foods high in chlorophyll (dark leafy green vegetables) • Nuts and pumpkin seeds • Dark chocolate (sugar-free) • Sea kelp • Avocado • Low-sodium sea salt Here are the top things that can cause you to become magnesium deficient: • Refined sugar and refined carbs • Alcohol • Diuretics • Diarrhea • Low stomach acid • Certain gene variations The type of magnesium supplement I would take, if needed, is magnesium glycinate.

17 Okt 20235min

Today, I'm going to cover the warning signs of parasites and the best remedies for parasites. Chances are that you have parasites in your body, but they're just not creating any problems. Examples of parasites: • Viruses • Worms • Bacteria • Fungi While you do have friendly bacteria and fungi, parasites aren't friendly. Parasites leech things from you and may create problems for you—but give nothing back to you. Symptoms of parasites: 1. Digestive reactions 2. Fatigue 3. Itchiness 4. Mood changes 5. Skin changes 6. Cravings for milk sugar or sweets 7. Changes in appetite 8. Brain fog 9. Allergies Parasites are very common, and it's essential to support your immune system because it's your best weapon to keep parasites and pathogens in check. It's also crucial to support your microbiome. You need to keep your microbes alive and friendly. The best natural remedies for parasites: 1. Garlic 2. Wormwood extract 3. Clove 4. Black walnut hull extract Increasing your stomach acid is also important to help keep harmful microbes from surviving.

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Today, we’re going to talk about one of the best natural remedies to increase testosterone: onions. Testosterone does a lot in the body, including increasing libido, controlling male characteristics, and increasing muscle growth. When someone takes testosterone, they inactivate the gland that makes the hormone. Generally, we want to choose natural ways to increase testosterone, which can involve natural glandular therapy. Onions are high in quercetin, which triggers the luteinizing hormone. Luteinizing hormone controls and can increase the production of testosterone in males. Onions also have a lot of additional health benefits: • They have powerful antioxidant effects • They have properties that help with insulin resistance • They have anti-cancer properties • They can help increase nitric oxide to support the vascular system • They may help reduce the risk of cataracts • They may help reduce the risk of allergies • They have potent anti-inflammatory properties • They may help decrease blood pressure • They can act as a diuretic It’s best to consume raw onions to support healthy testosterone levels. However, you can sauté the onions or cook them—just be sure not to overcook them.

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