Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

Today we’re going to talk about an overlooked cause of coronary artery calcification: lactic acidosis. Lactic acidosis occurs as a byproduct of glucose metabolism. Both lactic acidosis and lactate in the blood are associated with various health issues, including: • Heart attacks • Thrombosis • Panic attacks • Autonomic nervous system dysfunction • Bipolar disorder • Schizophrenia • Sepsis • Arrhythmia problems • Liver disease • Diabetes • Cancer • Restless leg syndrome Calcification in the arteries is not just caused by old age, consuming too much calcium, or even a vitamin K2 deficiency. It turns out that one cause of vascular calcification is hypoxia in the arteries. Hypoxia is a lack of oxygen, and this lack of oxygen in the arteries can be caused by lactic acidosis. The top causes of lactic acidosis: • A high-carb diet • An overactive sympathetic dominance situation (chronic stress) • Metformin • Warfarin • Statins • Alcohol • Overtraining The top symptoms of lactic acidosis are breathing problems and restlessness, especially in the leg muscles. How to get rid of lactic acidosis: 1. Get on the keto diet 2. Reduce your stress 3. Consume natural vitamin B1 (thiamine) DATA: https://assets.cureus.com/uploads/cas... https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.11... https://www.hormonesmatter.com/covid-... https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.108..

5 Okt 20238min

Today, we're going to talk about the signs and symptoms of iodine deficiency. Many people have low iodine. You're likely iodine deficient unless you consume shellfish, seaweed, sea kelp, or vegetables grown on the coast. The level of iodine in your body really depends on the level of iodine in the food you eat and the soil it's grown in. If you're deficient in iodine, you could end up with a hypothyroid condition. The top symptoms of hypothyroidism include: • Swelling in the lower part of the neck • Difficulty losing weight • Dry hair and dry skin • Thinned hair • Constipation Overlooked signs of an iodine deficiency: 1. Estrogen dominance. Iodine helps regulate estrogen and helps prevent estrogen dominance. It also supports detoxification. 2. High cortisol levels. Iodine helps normalize cortisol levels. 3. A hypothyroid condition. Hypothyroidism can cause the cholesterol in your body to be elevated but unusable for making vitamin D, cell membranes, and bile. 4. Side effects when consuming soy products. Iodine helps buffer the estrogen effects of consuming soy products. 5. Hashimoto's. You still need iodine if you have Hashimoto's, but not excess iodine. You may also need selenium, zinc, vitamin D, and myo-inositol.

5 Okt 20238min

Today I want to cover some interesting natural remedies for obsessive-compulsive disorder. Common treatments for obsessive-compulsive disorder come with potential side effects, so it’s worth talking to your doctor about natural alternatives. OCD is a condition where you have obsessive thoughts or impulses to repeat routines. In my opinion, the best diet for obsessive-compulsive disorder is the Healthy Keto® diet. Intermittent fasting could also be beneficial. There are also incredible natural remedies for OCD that you can try, along with the keto diet and fasting. The best natural remedies for OCD: 1. Myo-inositol 2. NAC 3. Glycine 4. L-serine 5. Thiamine (vitamin B1) 6. Probiotic foods DATA: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.sciencedirect.com/science... https://mentalhealthketo.com/2021/12/... https://www.everywomanover29.com/blog... https://men-elite.com/2020/07/03/ocd-... https://www.evidence-based-psychiatri...

5 Okt 20237min

Today we’re going to look at the interesting similarities between gout and kidney stones and natural alternatives for these concerns. Oxalates are involved in both kidney stones and gout. People who have high oxalates in their urine tend to have a worsening gout situation, and the most common type of kidney stones are calcium oxalate stones. Top foods high in oxalates: • Spinach • Rhubarb • Almonds • Chocolate • Cacao • Buckwheat • Wheat • Beans • Soy • Tofu • Miso • Potato chips • French fries • Beet tops • Swiss chard • Star fruit • Raspberries • Black pepper • Black tea Nuts high in oxalates: • Almonds • Brazil nuts • Hazelnuts • Cashews • Pine nuts Nuts low in oxalates: • Coconuts • Peanuts • Pistachios • Macadamia nuts • Walnuts Something else that can increase oxalates is consuming excess ascorbic acid or glycine. Fat malabsorption due to a bile deficiency can also cause an increase in oxalates. If you’re prone to kidney stones or gout, you may also want to avoid consuming xylitol. Some people develop gout as they age due to an increase in iron and inflammation. If you’re in this situation, you might want to try reducing the amount of iron you consume and work on lowering your inflammation. How to neutralize oxalates: 1. Drink two and a half liters of fluid per day 2. Consume calcium-rich foods 3. Take vitamin D3 4. Consume citrates (lemon juice in water) 5. Get plenty of vitamin B6 6. Get plenty of vitamin B1 7. Consume a moderate amount of protein on Healthy Keto® 8. Lower your sodium 9. Consume more potassium 10. Consume foods low in oxalates DATA: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science... https://www.racgp.org.au/afp/2012/dec... https://www.hormonesmatter.com/margin... https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/351269/

4 Okt 202312min

Today I’m going to share an inexpensive and effective natural remedy for inflammation in the digestive tract. This remedy can be used for conditions such as: • Gastritis • Irritation in the esophagus • Ulcers • Hernias • Diverticulitis • Crohn’s disease Antibiotics are a common treatment for digestive problems. But, antibiotics can have side effects. We’re going to look at a natural alternative for intestinal inflammation that won’t sterilize the body or diminish and change your microbiome. This remedy will actually support your relationship with your gut microbiome. The best natural remedy for inflammation in the digestive tract is cabbage juice. Depending on the severity of your inflammation, you may want to consume one cup to one quart or liter of cabbage juice a day. Just make sure it’s fresh raw organic cabbage juice—it can be green or red. Cabbage, in general, seems to be the best food for people who deal with digestive issues. Cabbage has four interesting factors that can help support the digestive tract, including: 1. Vitamin U 2. Sulforaphane 3. Vitamin C 4. L-glutamine DATA: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/... http://www.iresine.com/formula/images... https://www.karger.com/Article/Abstra... https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7315057/

4 Okt 20238min

Today I'm going to cover the #1 remedy for heartburn, GERD, and acid reflux. We're told that the cause of acid reflux, heartburn, and GERD is too much acid. But, I've found that rather than the overproduction of acid, these issues are typically caused by an underproduction of acid. Two main conditions cause low stomach acid: hypochlorhydria and achlorhydria. Symptoms of both these conditions include acid reflux, heartburn, and GERD. Hydrochloric acid is there to help you break down food, absorb minerals and vitamins, and protect against pathogens. A deficiency in hydrochloric acid can lead to a myriad of health concerns. One of the side effects of antacids or other acid-suppressing medications is a loss of stomach acid. This can temporarily cause someone to feel better but can lead to other health issues. Top causes of low stomach acid: • Hypothyroidism • Poor diet • A suppressed immune system • Antacids • Low-salt diets • Potassium deficiency • Zinc deficiency • Iodine deficiency • Eating too frequently Betaine hydrochloride is the best natural remedy for heartburn, GERD, and acid reflux. However, you shouldn't take it if you have an ulcer, and don't take betaine hydrochloride on an empty stomach. Consuming the Healthy Keto diet® and doing intermittent fasting may also be beneficial. DATA: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NB...

4 Okt 202312min

Today I want to cover five nutritional deficiencies that can lead to depression. Your DNA can influence your mood and cause you to become susceptible to nutritional deficiencies, even if you’re on a fairly good diet. Vitamin deficiencies that may cause depression: 1. Vitamin B12 The best forms of vitamin B12: • Methylcobalamin • Hydroxy B12 2. Folate (vitamin B9) The best form of folate: • Methylfolate 3. Vitamin D3 4. Vitamin B1 (thiamine) 5. Zinc Try taking vitamin B12 and folate together and see if that gives you relief. If it doesn’t, you could move on to the other vitamins. It’s a good idea to try taking the last three vitamins one at a time, with a few days in between, rather than all at once. This way, you have a better idea of which one you could be deficient in. Other natural ways to improve depression: 1. Take probiotics 2. Do intermittent fasting 3. Get on the Healthy Keto® diet 4. Get out in the sun 5. Exercise DATA: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... Online Keto Coaching: Personalized consultation with Dr. Berg, send an email to drericberg@hotmail.com for booking.

3 Okt 20238min

Today, we’re going to talk about vitamin D deficiency and some things you’ve probably never heard about vitamin D. Vitamin D deficiency can cause: • A compromised immune system • Inflammation • Sleep issues • Digestive problems Causes of vitamin D deficiency: • Gut inflammation • Missing gallbladder • Thicker skin • Darker skin • Obesity • Diabetes • Insulin resistance • Location (living further from the equator) • Problems with certain genes • Infection • Fatty liver • Smoking • Sugar • Stress • Statins • Low-fat diets • Pollution • Omega-6 fatty acids It’s almost impossible to get vitamin D from your diet, so you need to take certain measures to avoid becoming vitamin D deficient. Important things you may have never learned about vitamin D: 1. Most side effects that occur after taking vitamin D could be caused by a magnesium deficiency. 2. Infrequent large doses of vitamin D may be better than small daily doses. 3. Farm-raised fish have four times less vitamin D than wild-caught fish, and grain-fed animals have less vitamin D than grass-fed animals. Chickens and pigs that roam outside have more vitamin D than those confined indoors. 4. Vitamin D3 is the third biggest factor that improves overall health. 5. Vitamin D2 is very different from vitamin D3 and may inhibit the absorption of vitamin D3 and worsen MS. It’s also not effective to help with lupus or to decrease mortality, whereas vitamin D3 may be effective in these situations. 6. Ten minutes of skin exposure to the sun only provides about 400 IU of vitamin D. 7. Most vitamin D3 supplements in Europe (and possibly around the world) contain corn syrup. DATA: https://vitamindwiki.com/VitaminDWiki... https://vitamindwiki.com/Overview+Vit... Online Keto Coaching: Personalized consultation with Dr. Berg, send an email to drericberg@hotmail.com for booking.

3 Okt 20237min