The Top Signs of a Digestive Enzyme Deficiency
Today I want to cover the top signs you’re deficient in digestive enzymes. There are five pieces to this puzzle, and we’re going to break down each one. 1. The stomach Top symptoms of a deficiency in stomach enzymes: • Indigestion • Gas The best natural remedy: • Betaine hydrochloride 2. The pancreas Top symptoms of a deficiency in pancreatic enzymes: • Problems digesting fat • Bloating • Abdominal pain • Deficiencies in fat-soluble vitamins The best natural remedies: • TUDCA • A supplement containing pancreatic enzymes • Betaine hydrochloride • Ox bile 3. The gallbladder • Does not produce enzymes but contributes to enzymes and supports the absorption of fat-soluble nutrients Top symptoms of a deficiency in bile: • Bloating • Belching • Burping • Deficiencies in fat-soluble nutrients • Pain in the right shoulder or neck • Fullness under the right rib cage 4. The small intestine Top symptom of a deficiency in enzymes from the small intestine: • SIBO The best natural remedies: • Betaine hydrochloride • Ox bile • The carnivore diet • Intermittent fasting • Garlic 5. The large intestine • Does not produce enzymes, but the microbes in the large intestine do produce enzymes that support digestion Top symptoms of a deficiency in these microbes: • Diarrhea • Constipation • Fatty stool Natural remedies: • Leafy greens • Probiotics • Fermented foods
11 Okt 202314min
The #1 Worst Food for Your Heart (HINT: It's Not Sugar)
Today we're going to talk about the absolute worst food for the heart: trans fats. While sugar is bad for the heart, trans fats are even worse. In 2015, the FDA no longer classified trans fats as safe. Consuming trans fats increases the risk of several serious health issues, including: • Heart attack • Stroke • Type 2 diabetes • Cancer • Increased LDL • Decreased HDL • Inflammation • Autoimmune diseases • Infertility • Tendon and bone degeneration Partially hydrogenated oils contain trans fats, but products that contain either partially hydrogenated or hydrogenated fats should be avoided to help protect against heart disease and other health problems. It turns out that animal feed still contains trans fats. This means that you could consume trans fats indirectly by consuming animals fed trans fats. Restaurants also commonly serve foods containing trans fats. There's even a loophole that allows half of a gram of trans fats in one serving size to claim that a product has zero trans fats. Overall, it's crucial to read food labels and be aware of what you're eating, especially at restaurants. DATA: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/art... https://www.westonaprice.org/health-t...
11 Okt 202310min
Erythritol Linked to Heart Attacks and Strokes, Really?
A new study on erythritol and heart attacks has been in the news and found its way to social media—let’s talk about it. This study correlates erythritol in your blood to higher incidents of heart attacks and strokes. However, I see some serious problems with this study. Here are four key points about this study: 1. Correlation does not mean causation. 2. This study was based on endogenous erythritol and did not measure dietary erythritol. The body makes endogenous erythritol. 3. The body produces erythritol when you metabolize sugar, have oxidative stress or belly fat, or consume alcohol. The great majority of people in this study were in poor health, so how do we know erythritol was the problem? 4. Other research has linked erythritol to many different health benefits. Could it be that erythritol is increasing in the body to counter the bad effects of sugar? It seems to me that erythritol is something that’s trying to help you and not hurt you. DATA: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.sciencedirect.com/science... https://www.sciencedirect.com/science...
11 Okt 20236min
The Best Strategy for Detoxifying Heavy Metals (SAFELY)
Unfortunately, our environment is very polluted, and we are bathed in toxins on a daily basis. Heavy metals are one type of these toxins. Today we're going to talk about the best strategy for detoxifying heavy metals. Heavy metals can accumulate in our tissues and can cross the blood-brain barrier. Heavy metal poisoning can affect different parts of the body, including the heart, digestive system, neurons, red blood cells, and certain proteins. Exposure to heavy metals also creates a lot of free radicals and oxidation and forces our antioxidants to work harder. Heavy metals even block our endogenous antioxidants. Our bodies have a very powerful detoxification system, but heavy metals block this important system. While you can avoid heavy metals to a certain degree, you really need to strengthen your detox enzymes: glutathione and SOD. These enzymes help break down chemicals and help prevent oxidation and free-radical damage. The best foods to support heavy metal detoxification: 1. Sulforaphane (broccoli sprouts or broccoli microgreens) 2. Cilantro 3. Allicin (garlic) 4. Curcumin (turmeric) 5. Cruciferous vegetables Two of the best ways to avoid heavy metals: 1. Consume organic foods 2. Get a water filter DATA: https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper... https://faseb.onlinelibrary.wiley.com...
10 Okt 20235min
Folic Acid vs. Folate Explained and Simplified
Today I’m going to cover folic acid and folate. Are they the same? No, they’re not—and we’re going to talk about why. Folic acid is the synthetic version of vitamin B9, and folate is the natural version. Many pregnant women take a supplement that contains folic acid because data shows that it can help prevent neural tube defects. But many people are finding that they have a genetic mutation related to B9, which means there could be a problem if they take folic acid. This genetic mutation involves an enzyme responsible for converting folic acid into an active form so your body can use it. People with this mutation need more vitamin B9 than usual, but it’s also important that they don’t have too much. For example, one of the top benefits of vitamin B9 is that it protects against the initiation of cancer. However, excess vitamin B9 is also involved in the initiation of new cancer cells. The solution is to take a version of vitamin B9 that doesn’t require an enzyme to be converted—making this genetic mutation not a problem anymore. What we need is more methylfolate. Methylfolate is a type of vitamin B9 that’s easily absorbed and doesn’t require other enzyme reactions like synthetic folic acid does. Overall, it’s essential to avoid products that contain folic acid and consume more foods that contain natural folate. The best source of natural B9 is dark leafy green vegetables. DATA: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23125... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.hindawi.com/journals/crin...
10 Okt 20235min
6 Causes of a Vitamin B12 Deficiency You've Never Heard Before
A huge percentage of the population is deficient in vitamin B12. So today, we’re going to talk about what causes a vitamin B12 deficiency. A person deficient in vitamin B12 could experience irreversible damage, primarily to their nervous system and brain. A vitamin B12 deficiency could also lead to heart damage, anemia, depression, and other health issues. Vitamin B12 is in red meat and isn’t present in plants. A well-known cause of vitamin B12 deficiency is a lack of animal products in the diet. If someone is vegetarian or vegan, they need to take a natural vitamin B12 supplement. Causes of vitamin B12 deficiency many people are unaware of: 1. H. pylori infection Remedies: • Broccoli sprouts or broccoli microgreens • Garlic • Probiotics • Clover or manuka honey 2. Metformin Remedies: • Natural vitamin B12 supplement • Benfotiamine (vitamin B1) 3. SNPs Remedies: • Natural vitamin B12 supplement (methylcobalamin) • Consume foods high in vitamin B12 (red meat and beef liver) 4. Synthetic folic acid Remedies: • Avoid folic acid and take methylfolate instead, if necessary 5. Laughing gas Remedies: • Take natural vitamin B12 6. PPIs Remedies: • Avoid PPIs and take natural vitamin B12 DATA: https://www.scirp.org/journal/paperin.... https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10809... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://gut.bmj.com/content/67/1/28 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...
10 Okt 20239min
The #1 Danger of Prolonged Fasting You HAVE to Know About
Prolonged fasting is very beneficial to support a healthy body. However, there is one aspect of prolonged fasting that can be dangerous, and that’s what we’re going to cover today. Prolonged fasting is when you fast for three or more days. The biggest danger of prolonged fasting is called refeeding syndrome. This can happen if a person consumes too much of the wrong foods too fast after coming off of a prolonged fast. Rare complications of refeeding syndrome can include coma, seizures, convulsions, and death. Refeeding syndrome typically involves malnutrition. Certain conditions cause a higher risk of refeeding syndrome, such as: • Eating disorders • Alcoholism • Type 1 diabetes • Starvation However, the risk of refeeding syndrome is low if you aren’t malnourished going into a prolonged fast. As a bare minimum, when you start any type of fasting, you need to take electrolytes and B vitamins. How to come off of a prolonged fast: 1. Consume foods that align with Healthy Keto® 2. Take electrolytes and B vitamins while fasting (you may also want to take cod liver oil, vitamin D, vitamin K2, and trace minerals) 3. Gradually consume very small amounts of food DATA: https://www.dietdoctor.com/fasting-an...
9 Okt 20237min
Use Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) for a Massive Energy Boost
Today we’re going to talk about how consuming apple cider vinegar can give you an energy boost. If you’re tired all of the time or lack energy, this one is for you. Apple cider vinegar can help support the body in a myriad of ways. Here are a few of the top benefits of apple cider vinegar: • It supports digestion (it may help with bloating, indigestion, GERD, and acid reflux) • It supports healthy blood sugar (it can help with insulin resistance and the dawn phenomenon) • It supports a healthy liver • It supports weight loss • It supports the cardiovascular system and healthy blood pressure • It can help inhibit the formation of oxalate crystals It turns out that apple cider vinegar also supports energy. Apple cider vinegar is basically acetic acid, which can be absorbed by most of your tissues as fuel. If you’re on keto and fasting but lack energy, consuming apple cider vinegar is a great way to feel more energetic. On top of increased energy, you’re getting all the tremendous health benefits of apple cider vinegar. How to boost your energy levels using apple cider vinegar: Add one to two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to a 16-ounce glass of water, and drink the mixture once a day. You can also add lemon and electrolyte powder for added benefits, but that’s optional. DATA: https://www.wikilectures.eu/w/Acetoac... https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper... https://www.sciencedirect.com/science... https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/... https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/...
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