Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

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Can’t fall asleep, even if you’re tired? Try these simple tips and tricks. In this podcast, we’re going to talk about what to do if you’re tired but can’t sleep.  Have you ever felt exhausted, but you can’t seem to fall asleep? If so, you’re in the right place. Try these 7  tips for falling asleep easier when you’re tired: 1. No water past 7 pm - Consuming water before bed can cause you...

Find out how to use fasting to lose belly fat! Today we’re going to talk about fasting and belly fat. If you have the correct pattern of intermittent fasting, you can tap into your visceral (belly) fat.  A recent study done on mice indicated that intermittent fasting could slow down weight loss and create a resistance to losing weight.  This conflicts with other studies that show that in...

What’s the best way to measure the pH of your blood? Find out! Today we’re going to talk about how to measure the pH of your blood. Are you too acid or too alkaline? It’s possible to try to figure this out by looking at your symptoms. There is also a difficult test that can be performed. However, your bicarbonates are another indicator that you can look at to get a rough idea of what your pH is.&n...

Watch this quick video to find out which food has the most calcium. In this podcast, we’re going to talk about which food is highest in calcium.  Cheese is the food highest in calcium. In particular, parmesan cheese is the cheese highest in calcium.  You can also get calcium from leafy greens, nuts, and seeds.  If you have a prostate problem, high estrogen, or fibroids, you want to...

Together we can help sponsor important cancer research. Find out how. In this podcast, we’re going to be interviewing Guy Tenenbaum.  If you remember from our last interview with Guy, he had stage 4 cancer and was expected to die two years ago.  Guy has made an incredible recovery—and he is joyful because he is alive and well today.  During his recovery, Guy has used diet, nutrition...

How and when did the ketogenic diet start? Find out. Today, I want to cover when the ketogenic diet started.  — In 500 B.C., epilepsy was treated (likely unknowingly) with ketones. — In the late 1800s, a man named William Banting discovered that restricting carbohydrates could help you lose weight. He wrote a book in which he talked about restricting bread, sugar, and potatoes and eating meat...

Dr. Berg’s D3 & K2 Vitamin ➜ ➜ https://bit.ly/3yXRwi2 Alzheimer’s disease doesn’t start in the brain! Take a look at this. It’s a common thought that Alzheimer’s is a problem in the brain that starts in the brain. But, there is some interesting data that suggests that Alzheimer’s may originate in the liver.  The liver helps clear out amyloid B plaques so that they don’t spread to other pa...

This is why nuts can deplete your zinc levels—and what you can do about it. In this podcast, we’re going to talk about why eating nuts can deplete zinc.  I’ve talked a lot about why the anti-nutrient phytic acid in grains can deplete zinc. But did you know that nuts also contain phytic acid?  Anti-nutrient phytic acid binds to zinc, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, chromium, copper,...

You always hear that red meat will cause cancer, heart disease, strokes, and diabetes. But is it true? Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio: Dr. Berg, 51 years of age is a chiropractor who specializes in weight loss through nutritional & natural methods. His private practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. His clients include senior officials in the U.S. government & the Justice Department, ambassador...

Bile acids and cholesterol play important roles in your body. Check this out. In this podcast, we’re going to talk about the relationship between bile acids and cholesterol.  Bile acids are made by your liver and the friendly bacteria in your gut.  75% of your body’s cholesterol is made by your body. This means that only 25% comes from your diet.  Many people freak out over dietary...

What is the real cause of acanthosis nigricans? Take a look! In this podcast, we’re going to talk about a condition called acanthosis nigricans.  This condition is characterized by symmetrical hyperpigmentation on the back of the neck, sides of the neck, armpits, and certain other places on the body. The affected areas often have a velvety texture.  Acanthosis nigricans is associated wit...

We all know exercise can help us live longer. But why? Today, we’re going to dig into why exercise helps you live longer. Endurance running is in our genes. It’s a survival mechanism. Over time, our genes have adapted to anything that increases our survival. When you exercise, a lot of good things happen.  The leading cause of death is cardiovascular disease. So, anything done to improve card...

Pregnant? Avoid these six types of herbal tea! In this podcast, we’re going to talk about which herbal teas to avoid during pregnancy. Some teas can contain compounds that have the potential to cause complications during pregnancy. Take a look.  1. Hibiscus tea - in excess, hibiscus tea can potentially lead to delayed puberty, cause a miscarriage, and stimulate mensuration.  2. Nettle te...

Are you on keto and intermittent fasting, but you’re still not seeing the results you want? Here’s why! In this podcast, we’re going to talk about what to do when cutting your carbs doesn’t help you lose weight.  When you hit a plateau, I typically say you need to cut your carbs down and eat less frequently. But what do you do if that doesn’t work? There are two situations that may cause you...

Do you ever get a random muscle twitch for no reason? You’re not alone—and here’s what to do about it! About 70% of the population gets random muscle twitches. The medical term for this is fasciculation—spontaneous involuntary muscle contraction and relaxation. This could happen to your eyelid, arms, hands, fingers, legs, feet, or tongue.  There is even a medical condition called benign fasci...

In this podcast, we’re going to talk about prescription drugs. 7 out of 10 people in the United States take prescription drugs. That’s 70% of the population! The majority of those who are 45+ take four prescription drugs. Now, you should know that I’m not against taking medications. You should never stop taking a medication without your doctor’s approval. However, there are some side effects that...

In this podcast, we’re going to talk about why you should add more mushrooms to your diet.  Many people consider mushrooms a vegetable, but it’s actually a type of fungi. Mushrooms are made up of 92% water, 4% carbs, 2% protein, and less than 1% fat.  One cup of mushrooms comes out to 2g carbs and 1g of fiber, making the net carbs 1g.  There are many benefits of having mushrooms in...

I accidentally messed up on keto! Now what? Today we're going to talk about what to do if you accidentally messed up on keto. Maybe you were served something you didn't realize had a lot of sugar in it, or you accidentally bought something you didn't realize wasn't actually keto-friendly. What do you do?  In the brain, you can use either sugar or ketones as fuel. But, the brain will always pr...

In this podcast, we’re going to talk about a powerful mushroom that has the potential to help fight off cancer cells and strengthen your immune system. This mushroom is called the turkey tail mushroom. The turkey tail mushroom has an interesting shape and color that looks like the tail of a turkey. This mushroom contains at least 35 compounds that directly relate to improving your immune system an...

Let’s talk about the best exercise for recovery. There are three main types of movements: 1. Isometric: You’re holding a pose. You’re contracting your muscles, but you’re not lengthening or shortening the muscles.  2. Concentric: You’re shortening the muscle while contracting.  3. Eccentric: You’re lengthening the muscle while contracting.  Eccentric motions can have a lot of benefi...

In this podcast, I want to cover what PCOS is and what can cause PCOS.  Symptoms of PCOS:  • Infrequent or prolonged menstrual cycle   • Excess male hormones (androgens)  • Infertility   • Excess hair growth on the body   • Thinning hair on the head   • Acne   • Insulin resistance  Most websites will tell you that the potential...

Today, we’re going to talk about how your liver could potentially cause stiffness in your body. If the liver isn’t working right, it may cause joint stiffness to the point where you feel like you have arthritis.  Cholestasis is a condition where your bile is backed up and not flowing freely through the bile ducts. There is a combination of too much cholesterol and not enough bile, causing the...

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In this podcast, we’re going to talk about smartphone addiction in teens, children, and adults.  In 2016, a study on 1240 parents found that… • 50% of teens feel addicted to their smartphones • 59% of parents believe their kids have a smartphone addiction • 77% of parents feel their kids get distracted or lose focus when using a smartphone • 72% of teens feel they need to respond to texts imm...