Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

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  • Why Does Saudi Arabia Have Such a Vitamin D Problem?

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    Today let’s talk about Saudi Arabia and vitamin D. 

    There was a meta-analysis between 2008 and 2015 that demonstrated that 63.5% of the population had a vitamin D deficiency. On top of that, 19.9% of the population had vitamin D insufficiency (a subclinical vitamin D deficiency). Together, this is 83.4% of the population that had a problem with vitamin D. 


    Saudi Arabia is also:

     • 7th in the world for the rate of getting type 2 diabetes

     • 4th in the world for the rate of getting type 1 diabetes


    84% of the type of 1 diabetes cases in children showed a vitamin D deficiency. So, why is this such problem in Saudi Arabia? Well, there is traditional clothing typically worn in Saudi Arabia, that blocks the sun. But, there are other factors as well. Only 10% of the vitamin D you get comes from your diet. It’s almost impossible to get all of the vitamin D you need from your diet. 


    Vitamin D deficiency symptoms:

     • Fatigue 

     • Depression

     • Diabetes

     • Inflammation

     • Aches 

     • High blood pressure 

     • Weak immunity 


    It may be beneficial, especially for those in Saudi Arabia, to start taking vitamin D supplements. If you do take vitamin D supplements, you may also want to take vitamin K2. For every 10,000 IUs of vitamin D3, consider taking 100 mcg of vitamin K2. 


    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, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning.

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    6 min
  • High Blood Sugar Despite No Dietary Sugar?

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    Today we’re going to talk about why you might have high blood sugar in the morning even though you’ve had zero sugar. You might even have your first meal and notice that your blood sugar levels actually go down. What’s up with that?

    Your liver is actually what’s making the sugar. The name for this is called gluconeogenesis. The liver is making new sugar out of protein, ketones, or fat. 

    Everyone has a little bit of this going on. To an extent, this is a normal reaction due to hormone fluctuations. To a very small degree, you’ll have blood sugar fluctuations throughout the night and throughout the day. But, when you have too much of this, it’s called the dawn phenomenon. 

    The dawn phenomenon is a situation where you wake up, and your blood sugars are too high. This is likely due to insulin resistance. Insulin resistance makes the dawn phenomenon a lot worse. 

    All of this goes back to insulin, which stores fat, and is supposed to keep gluconeogenesis from happening. When you have insulin resistance, in certain parts of your body, you don’t have enough insulin. But, in other parts of the body, you have too much insulin. 

    A normal blood sugar level is about 80. This would mean you have about 1 level teaspoon of sugar in all of your blood or 5 grams. For every 10 points that your blood sugar goes up, that’s an increase of 1/2 gram. If your blood sugar is 120 in the morning, this means you have an extra 2 grams of sugar in all of your blood. This is not an outrageous amount that will cause a lot of problems. 


    What you can do if you have high blood sugar in the morning:

    1. Give it time

    2. Take things to speed up the process (potassium, magnesium, zinc, and vitamin B12)

    3. Exercise (walk for about 20 minutes) 


    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, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning.

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    6 min
  • What Causes Autoimmune Conditions?

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    Today we’re going to talk about autoimmune conditions and what causes autoimmune conditions? 

    An autoimmune condition is a situation where your body has created immune cells that are attacking itself. 

    This creates inflammation, and the inflammation creates a lot of collateral damage. It’s all of the free radicals that end up actually destroying the tissue. 

    The immune cells that are attacking itself are called autoantibodies. You can have these autoantibodies to pretty much any tissue in the body. 

    What autoimmune conditions boil down to is one cell called the Th17 cell becoming overactive. Excessive amounts of this cell are responsible for autoimmune conditions. 

    In your immune system, you have a lot of different T cells. The T stands for thymus. Typically T helper cells do things like recruiting help to fight infection and generating weaponry. It’s the main controller in the battle against infections. 

    One of the functions of these cells is to maintain the intestinal barrier. This is the barrier that helps keep out viruses and pathogens. If there’s a break in the wall and harmful bacteria get in, they can invade the inside of the body, causing an immune attack. Now, your body is going to start creating antibodies against these cells. If those cells are pathogens, this is a good thing. But, what if those cells are your own cells? This, of course, wouldn’t be good. 

    Another function of Th17 cells is making sure that the body doesn’t destroy its own tissue. This cell could help prevent autoimmune conditions. 

    The Th17 cells also work with the T regulatory cells, which have an even greater function of preventing autoimmune diseases. It may also help suppress autoimmune diseases and hyperinflammatory conditions. T regulatory cells also calm down infections. 


    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, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning.

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    8 min
  • Sleeping But Still Tired When You Wake Up?

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    Today we’re going to talk about daytime sleepiness. If you find that you’re still tired even after sleeping all night, this is called excessive daytime sleepiness. 


    When you go to bed, there are waves of hormones that occur. There are four 90 minute cycles, and when you go through these waves, there are different levels of sleep. The goal is to get into delta sleep, which is when you really recharge. 


    What prevents you from getting into the delta sleep wave, or makes you tired all the time?

    1. Vitamin D deficiency 

    2. Not enough fermented foods

    3. Not enough omega 3 fatty acids 

    4. EMF 

    5. Chronic infection


    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, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning.

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    6 min
  • What To Do After a Stroke: IMPORTANT

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    In this podcast, I talk about what to do after a stroke. Now, it’s vital to do these things to help restore brain function and prevent more damage. 

    When you have a stroke, it causes something called hypoxia. This is a situation where you have low oxygen in the brain and damaged brain tissue. The brain needs a lot of oxygen. Although the brain only makes up 2% of body tissue, it uses 20% of your oxygen.


    What you need to do is focus on increasing oxygen in the brain. To restore oxygen to the brain after a stroke, do these 7 things: 

    1. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy - This forces pure oxygen into the body. I recommend doing this right away. 

    2. Ketones - A keto diet and intermittent fasting will increase ketones and give your brain more oxygen. 

    3. DHA - This is an Omega-3 fatty acid that can help improve a damaged brain. 

    4. Vitamin D - This powerful vitamin can help a damaged brain.

    5. Lots of exercise - Exercise helps flood the body and brain with oxygen. 

    6. Acute Intermittent hypoxia - This creates a hormetic effect that can stimulate certain genes to increase the growth of brain tissue. 

    7. Whole vitamin C - The whole complex of vitamin C can help strengthen blood vessels and prevent future strokes. 


    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, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning.

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    6 min
  • Leptin Resistance is Behind a Weakened Immune System

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    Hey everyone! Today we have a very special guest, Ivor Cummins. He is an expert in cardiovascular health, cholesterol, and calcium in the arteries. We’re going to be covering a lot of interesting topics, including the risk factors related to COVID-19. Enjoy this enlightening interview with Ivor Cummins!


    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, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning.

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    33 min
  • Doesn't Keto Cause Gallstones Eating All That Fat?

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    In this podcast, we’re going to talk about keto and gallstones. Can you do the ketogenic diet and intermittent fasting if you have a gallstone?  


    What is a gallstone made of? 

    There are several different types of gallstones, but the most common is the cholesterol gallstone. 


    The different types of gallstones contain several of the same ingredients, such as:

     • Cholesterol 

     • Bilirubin 

     • Phosphates

     • Calcium carbonate


    What causes gallstones?

    It’s mainly a combination of two things:

    1. Too much cholesterol 

    2. Too little bile 


    The most important thing you need to know about gallstones:

     • The composition of a gallstone is not the same thing as bile 


    Another important point about gallstones:

     • Fasting does not cause gallstones


    What can cause a super-saturated amount of cholesterol?

    A situation where the gallbladder is not contracting anymore. It’s not releasing bile. It just sits there, and cholesterol comes in and forms stones. If you’re not triggering your gallbladder to release its contents, over a long period of time, that could cause a gallstone.


    What triggers the release of bile from the gallbladder?

    The answer is saturated fats. A ketogenic diet is a low-carb high-fat diet. So, when you do keto, you’re going to be releasing a lot of bile on a regular basis. If you add intermittent fasting, you’re going to concentrate the bile. 


    * Healthy keto and intermittent fasting may actually decrease the risk of gallstones. 

    * What increases the risk of gallstones is a low-fat diet. 


    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, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning.

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    7 min
  • Black Pepper: The Good and Bad Health Effects

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    In this podcast, I want to talk to you about black pepper. Is it good, or is it bad? The truth is, there’s something very good and very bad about black pepper. Let me explain. 

    The main phytonutrient in black pepper that benefits your health is called piperine. 

    Pepper can:

    • Relieve stomach aches

    • Improves dopamine and serotonin levels

    • Reduce inflammation

    • Provide vitamin K, iron, and magnesium

    • Improves bioavailability of some compounds (by up to 2000%)


    By far, the most amazing part of black pepper is its ability to increase the bioavailability of other compounds, including:

    • Curcumin

    • Selenium

    • B12

    • B6

    • Vitamin A


    The problem is that piperine can also increase the bioavailability of toxic substances. It can prevent your liver from getting rid of toxins in the body, so you will retain it. 


    It’s not good if you’re taking certain medications, including:

    • Lithium

    • Tegretol

    • Rifampin

    • Dilantin

    • Viramune XR


    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, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning.

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    4 min
  • Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Lordosis and Vitamin D

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    In this podcast, we're going to talk about scoliosis, kyphosis, and lordosis, and how these conditions relate to vitamin D. 


    Scoliosis is an abnormal curve in the back. 

    Kyphosis is more of a hunchback. 

    Lordosis is a condition where the person has a swayback. 


    When you look up the cause of scoliosis, it's very unclear. A study out of Hong Kong found that 30% of people with scoliosis have osteopenia. Osteopenia is the start of bone loss, which can be caused by a lack of calcium or (more likely) low vitamin D3.


    A few symptoms of a vitamin D deficiency: 

     • Scoliosis 

     • Kyphosis 

     • Lordosis 

     • Muscle spasm 

     • Bowed legs

     • Knocked knees 


    Vitamin D has a lot to do with the development of the skeletal system, especially the spine. It's very important for a mother to have enough vitamin D while carrying her baby and while breastfeeding. But, 50% of pregnant women are deficient in vitamin D. 


    How to know if you're vitamin D deficient?

    If you press on your breastbone or shin and it's tender—that could be a sign of a vitamin D deficiency. 


    Other signs of a vitamin D deficiency: 

     • Muscle spasms 

     • Depression 

     • Weekend immune system 


    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, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning.

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    7 min
  • Adrenal Insufficiency and Low Cortisol: Symptoms, Causes & Solutions

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    In this podcast, we're going to talk about adrenal insufficiency and low cortisol. I've talked a lot about the adrenal gland and cortisol, but I want to touch on a condition called Addison's, which is an autoimmune condition. 


    By the time you notice Addison's complications, over 90% of your adrenal glands are destroyed. This means you're not able to produce enough cortisol and other hormones. Symptoms of this are:

    • Fatigue

    • Weakness

    • Weight loss

    • Can't sleep

    • Salt cravings

    • Low tolerance to stress


    Though cortisol helps the body respond to stress, it actually has over 200 other functions throughout the body. It helps regulate blood pressure, immune response, and insulin levels. In fact, it can help counter hypoglycemia. 


    What causes Addison's? There are three primary things: 


    1. Tuberculosis 

    Around 25% of the population has TB. However, it can remain dormant until later in life. I recommend 20,000 IUs of vitamin D to combat TB


    2. Fungus

    Certain funguses can cause cortisol levels to drop. This often goes unnoticed. 


    3. Stress and trauma

    Both mental and physical stress can cause Addison's disease. Stressors can cause the adrenals to shut down or becomes overwhelmed. I recommend using acupressure to help the adrenal glands function properly. Just to the right of the belly button, use your thumb and middle finger to apply pressure. This will help relieve and extract stress. 


    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, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning.

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    24 min

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