Adjunct Professor, Biotech Entrepreneur and former Head of Research at Virta Health, Dr James McCarter (MD, PhD), is today’s guest interview.
James is back with us today to debunk the top 12 common myths about the ketogenic diet for diabetics.
He uses data from peer reviewed studies as well as Virta’s own data from following Type 2 diabetics to explain why these claims against low carb or ketogenic diet are not true.
We then find out about what the reality is when it comes to sustainability, ketoacidosis, blood-sugar, cardiovascular disease and cholesterol, inflammation, thyroid hormones, as well as the effect on the kidneys, the liver, bones and muscle.
We also go into discussing the new 2019 ADA guidelines and the effects of diabetic medication.
Go to the show notes for BioHackers Lab podcast episode 98 at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep98-dr-james-mccarter/ for more links & highlights. Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslab See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Keto Safe for Diabetics? (Myths vs Facts) • Dr James McCarter

The BioHackers Lab podcast explores how to improve your health including your gut, mind, and body so that you can live the best life you can. Lifestyle changes you make can be customised to how your body works. This is biohacking your own ideal life. Your host, Gary Kirwan, talks with people all around the world who are helping to improve health in interesting ways. This may includes different diets, using certain supplements, using exercise, mind training &amp; health gadgets. The ideas shared are meant to be actionable so that you can start creating a better you starting today. Please go to the website https://www.biohackerslab.com for all episodes and summary notes from interviews.

Health & Fitness

CEO and founder of ProofPilot, Matthew Amsden, is today’s guest interview.
Matthew talks to us about his company ProofPilot. He explains how it is making research easily available to consumer good companies that traditionally didn't have opportunities to run these types of studies.
We then find out about the type of products that can be tested, how the research can be conducted remotely and who can participate in the studies.
We also go into discussing managing placebos, using alternatives such as case controls or wait-list controls, study reliability, avoiding conflict of interest and removing incentives bias, third party review, as well as advice on how to use clinical research in the health decision making process.
Go to the show notes for BioHackers Lab podcast episode 113 at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep113-matthew-amsden/ for more links & highlights. Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslab See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Amsden - What is ProofPilot?

Practicing emergency medicine physician and founder of Duration Health, Dr Benjamin Jack, is today’s guest interview.
Benjamin talks to us about the emergency medicine kit service his company can provide people.
He explains what type of medicine and tools the kit contains and who could benefit from getting one. We then find out about the process of obtaining one and physician support it includes. We also go into discussing where the medication comes from, the kits shelf-life, renewal process, pricing and payment options as well as advice on when it is a good idea to seek medical attention.
Go to the show notes for episode 112 at BioHackers Lab https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep112-dr-benjamin-jack/ for more links & highlights. Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslab See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Benjamin Jack - Custom Made Emergency Med Kit Service by Duration Health

Dentist, Dr Meghna Dassani, is today’s guest interview.
Meghna talks to us all about how to identify and ways to deal with sleep apnea. She explains what sleep apnea is and how to recognise the signs and symptoms.
We then find out that sleep disordered breathing should never be ignored as it can lead to more serious problems and what we can do to treat it.
We also go into discussing sleep apnoea in children, the importance of breastfeeding in early development, snoring, how dentist can help diagnose breathing problems, risk factors such as obesity, misdiagnosis, as well as treatments such as CPAP machines and dental braces.
Go to the show notes for BioHackers Lab podcast episode 111 at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep111-dr-meghna-dassani/ for more links & highlights. Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslab See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sleep Apnea Help for Adults & Kids - Dr Meghna Dassani DMD

Captain of the American Butchers’ Guild Team and head butcher at Taylor’s Market, Danny Johnson, is today’s guest interview.
Danny talks to us about how to choose the best cuts of meat for your budget. He explains why it is a good idea to build a good relationship with your butcher and how to know when you found a good one.
We then find out about sourcing meat and get tips on lesser known cuts of meat, how to talk to your butcher, buying in bulk and how trends drive prices.
We also go into discussing organ meat, cooking tips, freezing meat, ageing, questions to ask your butcher when buying bacon and sausages as well as the Butchers Guild mission and the World Butchers Challenge.
Go to the show notes for BioHackers Lab podcast episode 110 at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep110-danny-johnson/ for more links & highlights. Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslab See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danny Johnson - Meat Buying Tips from a Butcher

The man behind the Bodyweight Strength Training YouTube channel, Jerry Teixeira (JT), is today’s guest interview.
JT talks to us about how you can get superior results at home without the use of gym equipment. He explains why we should focus on compound movements to build strength for the best and fastest results.
We then find out about the benefits of callisthenics as well as how maintaining our strength and incorporating exercise in general into our routine are vital for health and longevity.
We also go into discussing age related muscle loss, how to get started, progressive bodyweight training, tips on recovery and active recovery, benefits of stretching and the role of diet in training.
Go to the show notes for BioHackers Lab podcast episode 109 at  https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep109-jerry-teixeira/ for more links & highlights. Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslab See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Keto Safe for Diabetics? (Myths vs Facts) • Dr James McCarter

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