How much water should you drink each day? Discover the truth behind the 8 glasses a day myth, the side effects of drinking too much water, and proper hydration tips to keep you hydrated and support overall health.

0:00 Introduction: The drink water myth

1:28 Hydration facts

3:43 Water intake truth

4:10 Thirst and your daily water needs

6:57 Does everyone need 8 glasses of water?

7:06 Urine color and hydration explained

8:04 Overhydration risks

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Thirst tells the body when to drink. There isn’t a single clinical trial that has established exactly how much water we need each day to stay healthy, so where did the “8 glasses of water per day” recommendation come from?

A recommendation published in 1945 suggested consuming approximately 2.5 liters of water per day, but it also noted that most of this intake would come from food. The average person gets close to 1 liter of water from food daily, and the body also produces metabolic water.

Over time, “8 glasses a day” turned into drinking even when you’re not thirsty, but thirst tells the body when to drink fluid. A person’s daily water needs depend on age, body size, physical activity, climate, and other factors, so the number will vary from person to person.

Urine color can help indicate your hydration level. Dark urine means you need more water, while clear urine may indicate overhydration, which can negatively affect electrolyte balance.

Hyponatremia, low sodium in the blood, is a potential risk of overhydration.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:

Dr. Berg, age 61, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:

Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

What causes gallstones, and can you get rid of gallstones without surgery? Uncover the real cause of gallstones and gallbladder problems so you can address the issue at the root.

0:00 Introduction: What causes gallstones?

1:02 Gallbladder function

2:41 Gallstone causes

3:37 Bile salts deficiency

4:25 The real cause of gallstones

5:31 How to dissolve gallstones and bile sludge

7:21 Estrogen and gallstones

8:39 Nutrients to support gallbladder health

10:11 Hypothyroidism and gallstones

10:26 Gallbladder pain relief

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Every year, 700,000 people have their gallbladder removed. Many people still deal with the same symptoms or worse after surgery.

The gallbladder stores and concentrates bile, releasing it when needed. Bile is essential for breaking down fats and absorbing fat-soluble vitamins.

Gallstones form when there’s too much cholesterol and not enough bile salts. Bile sludge typically develops first, eventually leading to gallstones. The real cause of gallstones is not producing enough bile to handle cholesterol.

When the gallbladder is removed, you lose the ability to store and concentrate bile. Some people even experience too much bile flow afterward, which can lead to diarrhea.

Dietary fat does not cause gallstones! Low-fat diets are the single greatest triggers of gallstones. Fat actually stimulates bile production.

The real problem is sugar and hidden sugars. High-carb diets increase cholesterol while reducing bile production, raising the risk of gallstones. This is why prediabetics and diabetics are more likely to develop gallstones.

Bile salts can help thin bile sludge and may even support the breakdown of gallstones. TUDCA is especially effective for thinning bile in the ducts, particularly in cases linked to right shoulder pain. Taking bile salts right after eating can also support fat digestion and bile flow.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:

Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:

Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:

Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals®. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:

Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The Health & Wellness, Dr. Berg Nutritionals and Dr. Eric Berg, D.C. are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any other information, services or product you obtain through this video or site.

Struggling with hip and butt cellulite that won’t go away? Discover how to get rid of cellulite fast with the right lower body workout that builds glute muscles and supports smoother, firmer skin.

0:00 Introduction: How to get rid of cellulite

0:17 Why cellulite won’t go away

2:00 Eliminating butt cellulite

4:51 Cellulite and diet

5:30 Lower body workout for cellulite removal

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Cellulite on your thighs and butt isn’t always just fat. It’s often caused by atrophy of your fascia. The best way to get rid of cellulite is to build muscle.

The glutes are the largest muscles in the entire body, and they’re often weakened by a sedentary lifestyle. To eliminate hip and butt cellulite, a full lower body workout is essential rather than focusing solely on glute exercises. Focus on building glute muscle instead of weight loss to eliminate cellulite.

If your diet is high in carbohydrates, it will be difficult to get rid of cellulite, even with the right exercises. Carbohydrates keep insulin and inflammation high, making cellulite removal nearly impossible.

Try this simple lower body workout to get rid of cellulite fast:

Banded Clamshell

• Sets: 2–3

• Reps: 12–20 per side

• Tempo: Slow and controlled (2 sec up, 2 sec down)

• Rest: 20–30 sec

Banded Glute Bridge

• Sets: 2–3

• Reps: 12–15

• Hold: 2–3 seconds at the top

• Rest: 20–30 sec

Lateral Band Walk

• Sets: 2–3

• Steps: 10–15 steps each direction

• Rest: 20–30 sec

Deep Squat with Side Shift

• Sets: 2–3

• Reps: 8–12 shifts per side

• Tempo: Slow and controlled

• Rest: 20–30 sec

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:

Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:

Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

What causes face drooping? Discover how stress affects the face, leading to loose skin under the chin, sagging skin, and face drooping. I’ll share an easy droopy face solution to reverse a sagging face so you can start aging more gracefully.

0:00 Introduction: What causes a sagging face?

1:06 Aging skin on the face

2:23 The platysma muscle

3:10 Cortisol and your facial muscles

4:02 How to tighten skin naturally

5:06 Facial exercises for sagging skin

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Aging often shows up in your face first because the face is a sensory organ. Receptors for hormones are highly concentrated in your face because your face shows your emotions. Cortisol can wreak havoc on your skin and facial muscles.

The platysma muscle has the most significant effect on your face. The facial toning exercises in this video strengthen the platysma, other facial muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia around the lower part of the face.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:

Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:

Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

What are the best supplements to take? Discover the top supplements to take for optimal health and nutrition, and the supplement mistakes to avoid that could cost more than just your wallet. Add these 5 essential supplements to your regimen today.

0:00 Introduction: The top supplements for health

1:03 Vitamin D benefits

2:36 How much vitamin D3 do I need?

3:17 Magnesium benefits

5:50 Electrolytes benefits

7:36 Omega-3 benefits

9:14 Trace minerals

11:17 Supplement mistakes

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The RDA for most important supplements is too low, or only represents the bare minimum requirement to avoid deficiency. You often need significantly more to create a therapeutic effect.

Vitamin D is arguably the most important vitamin for your health. Most people do not get enough, and with chronic health conditions, the need increases. Vitamin D can improve your mood, cognitive function, reduce lower back pain, and decrease the risk of cancer.

Magnesium is one of the most important minerals for your health. It is vital for vitamin D function, energy production, sleep, and more.

You need 4700 mg of potassium each day, and most people are deficient. Potassium can help support healthy blood sugar and blood pressure levels.

Many one-a-day vitamins are unnecessary. They often contain cheap, synthetic ingredients and fillers that do not benefit your health and may even make matters worse.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:

Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:

Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Which is better for recovery, a cold shower or a hot one? In this video, we’ll compare cold vs. hot shower recovery after a workout to see how they stack up. I’ll also share the best recovery method after a workout that many people don’t know about!

0:00 Introduction: Cold shower vs. hot shower for muscle recovery

0:20 Cold shower benefits

1:02 Hot shower benefits

1:26 Natural muscle recovery tips

2:20 The best recovery method after a workout

5:33 Enhancing muscle recovery

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Today, we’re going to compare cold showers vs. hot showers for muscle recovery. Surprisingly, cold therapy can slow down the benefits of exercise! In cases of overtraining, swelling, or pain, cold therapy can be beneficial.

While cold therapy may not be the best for muscle recovery, there are many cold shower benefits, such as improved cognitive and immune function.

Hot showers provide more muscle relaxation, blood flow, and oxygen. They relax the parasympathetic nervous system and can improve sleep quality by 20%. A hot shower is a better option for a muscle recovery shower.

For both cold water and hot shower benefits, you can do both! This creates vasoconstriction followed by vasodilation, increasing blood flow to your muscles.

Here are some great ways to enhance muscle recovery:

•Sauna followed by cold immersion therapy

•Foam roller 10 minutes after exercise

•Get 8 hours of sleep

•Test DNA for optimal exercise and recovery plan

Intermittent hypoxic training is one of the best things you can do for muscle recovery. This type of training involves restricting oxygen flow by using an air restriction mask or holding your breath.

Intermittent hypoxic training mimics the effects of endurance training! It’s performed by elite athletes worldwide. It mimics a high-altitude environment, strengthens the metabolism, enhances muscle growth, and decreases inflammation. It also increases growth hormone, which has fat-burning, anti-aging, and muscle-building properties.

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Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:

Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:

Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

The most dangerous fiber is often disguised as healthy, but could be silently damaging your health. In this video, we’ll cover the connection between fiber and gut health, the worst fiber foods to avoid, and the hidden problems with refined fiber they don’t want you to know about.

0:00 Introduction: What fiber is bad?

1:18 Fiber and gut health explained

4:24 Refined fiber is toxic fiber

6:06 The problem with processed fiber

6:42 SIBO and refined fiber

7:40 Processed fiber research

8:23 Supporting gut health and avoiding processed fiber

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The most dangerous fiber in the world is refined fiber. Certain fiber in its natural form feeds your microbes, helping them thrive. Refined fiber is junk food for your microbes. Fiber is often considered important, but it can cause problems for many people.

When you eat onions, berries, beans, and other natural sources of fiber, they provide the body with polyphenols. Polyphenols help determine which microbes are fed in the gut. This means polyphenols selectively support good bacteria while suppressing bad bacteria.

Refined fibers such as chicory root fiber, soluble corn fiber, and tapioca fiber are ultra-processed foods for your microbes. Similar to refined sugar and carbs, refined fiber is processed with chemicals, heat, and enzymes.

Huge amounts of processed fiber are being added to our food. This allows the wrong bacteria to take over the gut, contributing to conditions like small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), leaky gut, inflammation, and autoimmune disease.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:

Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:

Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Bananas and potatoes are not the best potassium foods! Discover the top potassium-rich foods to add to your diet to prevent potassium deficiency, support electrolyte balance, and improve your overall health.

0:00 Potassium-rich foods

1:04 Avocado benefits

2:05 Wild salmon benefits

2:38 Other foods high in potassium

6:05 Potassium and magnesium

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Most people are told to eat bananas when looking for potassium-rich foods to add to their diet. If you want to boost your potassium intake, bananas, potatoes, plantains, beans, and sweet potatoes aren’t always the best options. Although these foods contain potassium, they also contain a significant amount of sugar.

One avocado contains 700 mg of potassium, zero starch, and zero net carbs. Avocados are also a potent source of healthy fats and magnesium.

Leafy greens such as Swiss chard and spinach are high in potassium but also high in oxalates. Consuming leafy greens with calcium can help reduce the effects of oxalates.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:

Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:

Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Participants will be selected on Wednesdays, and an invitation with the unique link to join the show will be sent out on Thursday afternoon before the Friday Live Show.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:

Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals®. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:

Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The Health & Wellness, Dr. Berg Nutritionals and Dr. Eric Berg, D.C. are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any other information, services or product you obtain through this video or site.