Wherever you stand on the keto diet, this is a conversation worth hearing. In this episode, JJ talks with Dr. Steven Gundry, a cardiothoracic surgeon who became a nutrition geek, about his book, Unlocking the Keto Code: The Revolutionary Science of Keto That Offers More Benefits Without Deprivation.

First, Dr. Gundry talks about how he became interested in nutrition and lifestyle for heart health. Then, they delve into the common misuses of the keto diet and how it can be upgraded for optimal results.

Ketones are NOT a miraculous fuel for the brain, as many people believe. After explaining why the body can’t run on ketones and fats alone, Dr. Gundry explains the concept of uncoupling and what it means for your health.

You don’t have to restrict carbs to reap the benefits of ketosis. In fact, he explains how you can use other methods, as well as plant compounds called polyphenols to “unlock” the process of uncoupling for losing weight and better health.

This fascinating conversation also touches on heart health: the truth about cholesterol and why it might not actually be the sole cause of plaque and heart disease.

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Full show notes: jjvirgin.com/DrGundry

Learn more about Dr. Steven Gundry:  https://drgundry.com/

Read Dr. Steven Gundry’s book Unlocking the Keto Code: The Revolutionary Science of Keto That Offers More Benefits Without Deprivation: https://www.amazon.com/Unlocking-Keto-Code-Revolutionary-Deprivation/dp/0063118386

Read my blog Yes or No to Keto? How to Tell If a Keto Diet Is Right for You: https://jjvirgin.com/quick-question-ketogenic-diets/

Read Dr. Steven Gundry’s book The Plant Paradox: The Hidden Dangers in “Healthy” Foods That Cause Disease and Weight Gain:  https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Paradox-Dangers-Healthy-Disease/dp/006242713X

Read Martin Brand’s paper Uncoupling to survive? The role of mitochondrial inefficiency in aging: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0531556500001352?via%3Dihub

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Dr. Gundry’s telehealth program Gundry Health: https://gundryhealth.com/telehealth-platform/

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