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Uploaded 16-04-24
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Many people have been using berberine for weight loss and are seeing amazing results! Find out why berberine is referred to as “nature’s Ozempic!"
0:00 Introduction: Is berberine a natural Ozempic?
1:13 What is berberine?
1:24 The benefits of berberine
1:35 Berberine vs. Metformin
1:56 How does berberine work for weight loss?
4:00 Berberine dosage and side effects
Today, we’re going to talk about berberine. People all over social media are calling berberine a natural Ozempic, but if you do a quick Google search, you may have doubts.
There are several claims that berberine can give you diarrhea, gas, constipation, and stomachaches, and can even be fatal in large amounts. There are also claims that berberine can’t work as a substitute for Ozempic because there isn’t enough research.
Berberine is a phytochemical found in various plants that has numerous health benefits, especially for blood sugar. It has even been compared to Metformin, a popular drug used to treat type 2 diabetes.
The potential health benefits of berberine:
• Helps with insulin resistance
• Helps lower blood sugar
• Helps to activate vitamin D
• Supports longevity
• Has antiarrhythmic properties
• Helps decrease the risk of a fatty liver
•Has neuroprotective properties
• Helps make chemotherapy/radiation more efficient
• Reduces gluconeogenesis
Many health problems are related to problems with the mitochondria. Berberine increases the number of mitochondria (mitochondrial biogenesis), helps clean up damaged mitochondria, and makes mitochondria more efficient.
Berberine, in small amounts, has very few, if any, side effects! Combined with keto, intermittent fasting, and exercise, you could experience significant results when taking berberine.
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What happens when you take creatine for 30 days? Discover the benefits of creatine, why taking creatine after 50 may be especially beneficial, and how creatine can support healthy aging.
Uploaded 18-10-26
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0:00 Creatine over 50
0:18 Creatine benefits
2:31 Creatine for 30 days week by week
2:39 Creatine for brain health
2:55 Creatine and muscle strength
3:20 Creatine and metabolic health
5:36 Does creatine have negative side effects?
6:00 High-creatine foods
6:13 Creatine for women over 50
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Most people associate creatine with muscle strength and bodybuilding, but it’s so much more than that. Creatine is a vital compound produced naturally by the body, but our ability to produce it can decline as we age.
Benefits of creatine include:
• Supports ATP regeneration for cellular energy
• Helps meet high energy demands
• Draws water into the muscles
• Supports healthy blood sugar regulation as a part of balanced diet and exercise routine
• Supports methylation
• Supports bone and muscle health
During the first week of taking creatine, you may start noticing cognitive benefits, including improved focus, concentration, and memory.
By the second week, you may experience increased muscle strength and faster recovery after exercise. After taking creatine for 30 days, you may feel stronger and more energized, and you may even have a greater urge to work out. Creatine can also help increase muscle stem cells, supporting muscle health as you age.
Animal proteins, including herring, pork, and red meat, are among the best food sources of creatine.
DATA:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8619193
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11275561
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12793482
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7998865/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10487398/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12020143
Dr. Eric Berg, DC, Bio:
Dr. Berg, DC, age 61, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis and 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.
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Find out the best ways to help probiotics survive the stomach!
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0:00 Introduction: Probiotics explained
Today I want to answer some important questions about probiotics.
Probiotics are microbes. Microbes are a crucial part of our world. They convert carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, and sulfur into forms that living things can use.
We have ten times more microbes living on and inside our bodies than we have cells.
Microbes have many functions and help us in various ways, including:
Strong hydrochloric acid in the stomach can kill a good portion of microbes. Bile salts also affect the microbiome. But, some microbes are resilient and can even live without oxygen.
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Aging after 50 doesn’t have to be an uphill battle. Discover the single greatest marker of aging and longevity, how to work with your body to age gracefully, evidence-based longevity tips, and the critical role of mitochondrial health.
Uploaded 01-08-26
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0:00 Aging gracefully after 50
0:38 VO2 max and longevity
1:26 Metabolic health explained
2:45 Aging biomarkers after 50
3:41 The truth about cholesterol and longevity
6:18 Genetics and aging
6:59 No energy for exercise
7:35 The top anti-aging supplements
8:28 Longevity tips
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Aging after 50 doesn’t have to mean declining health. Research following more than 120,000 people over eight years found that VO2 max was one of the strongest predictors of longevity. VO2 max reflects how efficiently your mitochondria use oxygen to produce energy.
Supporting metabolic health is essential for healthy aging. Even when plenty of fuel is available, your cells can’t produce energy efficiently if metabolic health is impaired.
While high cholesterol is often viewed as a risk factor, research has linked higher total cholesterol with a lower risk of all-cause mortality.
Although genetics influences aging, lifestyle plays a more significant role. Supplements can be beneficial, but it’s best to focus on meaningful changes to support longevity. Regular long walks are a great way to support mitochondrial health and a longer lifespan.
DATA:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30646252/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7399937/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6367240/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11654675/
https://storage.imrpress.com/imr/journal/FBL/article/490101/1752760251186.pdf
https://doi.org/10.4178/epih.e2022054
Dr. Eric Berg, DC, Bio:
Dr. Berg, DC, age 61, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis and 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.
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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, and 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, c
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0:00 Introduction: How to overcome procrastination
Let’s talk about procrastination. I used to be a professional procrastinator, so what changed?
Dieting slows your metabolism a little bit more each time you do it, especially if the diet is low-calorie or high in carbohydrates. Dieting and losing fat go against our body’s natural survival mechanisms—your body doesn’t like to give up fat.
When diets don’t work, people tend to mislabel themselves as lazy or as a procrastinator. But they’ve just been on the wrong diet plan. When your diet program is working, you’ll see results, and you’ll stick to it.
If you’re on the right diet and you’re burning fat, you may not notice weight loss at first, but you will notice two things:
This happens because you’re burning fat even when you’re not eating, which makes it much easier to stick to the keto plan.
If you’re not losing weight right away on keto, you need to consider this key weight loss principle: you don’t lose weight then get healthy—you have to get healthy so you can lose weight.
Various health conditions affect weight loss and also take time to heal. But, if you’re cravings and appetite go away, the diet is working.
If you think you don’t have enough time to put into diet and exercise, you may want to take a closer look at your daily routine.
As you plan out your day, put exercise and preparing healthy meals at the top of your to-do list as necessities. You may also need to change up your workout to fit your body's needs.
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Think you’ve heard it all? These bizarre health tricks may be the strangest yet most effective health hacks that actually work. Find out how to improve your health with these 7 mind-blowing health tips!
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0:00 Introduction: Eating dark chocolate for lower blood pressure
Try out these weird health hacks that are actually backed by science!
1. Eating dark chocolate
2. Humming while exhaling
3. Standing on one leg for 30 seconds
4. Sniffing something
Smelling frankincense oil decreases neuroinflammation, directly improving memory and lowering anxiety.
5. Dry, warm socks
6. Forest bathing
7. Singing in the shower
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All you need to do is focus on lowering your carbs, right? Wrong. Find out how to avoid this huge mistake when counting carbs on keto.
Healthy Ketogenic Diet Basics Step 1: Intermittent Fasting and Fat Burning
Healthy Ketogenic Diet Basics Step 2: WHAT TO EAT
0:00 Introduction: One of the biggest keto mistakes
Let’s talk about the biggest mistake you can make when counting carbs on keto. Understanding this crucial information will help you achieve better results on the keto plan.
On the keto diet, you reduce your carbs to below 50 grams. We do this because carbs increase insulin, and insulin blocks ketosis. If you’re not in ketosis, you’re not doing the ketogenic diet correctly. But carbs aren't the only factor to consider.
You need to remember that protein can also increase insulin, especially if you have insulin resistance, prediabetes, or diabetes. It doesn’t affect insulin as much as carbohydrates, but it can still raise your insulin.
Only two foods don’t trigger insulin: fat and fiber. When combined with other foods, fat and fiber can also help buffer the effect of insulin.
A blood sugar level between 70 and 80 is ideal. If your blood sugar is too low or too high, you’re going to experience a range of symptoms and potential health problems. But, if your blood sugar level is perfect, you’re going to feel fantastic.
The insulin index is the scale of foods that trigger insulin. Understanding the insulin index is crucial—it’s one of the most important things to focus on when trying to achieve health. The lower the food is on the index, the better it is. Stick to consuming foods lower on the insulin index for more success on keto—don't only focus on counting carbs.
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