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There is an apparent gap between research and education outside of the scientific community. It is the goal of the Metabolic Health Summit to bring together top researchers to present groundbreaking work and expand the keto conversation, shifting a societal focus to the use of nutrition as a tool in both science and medicine. In this episode of What The Fat, Dr. Ryan Lowery speaks with Victoria Field, Co-Founder of the Metabolic Health Initiative, to further explore this conference that acts as a platform to showcase metabolic therapy and move the conversation forward. Enjoy the show! Takeaways If you are to go to only one conference this year, Dr. Ryan Lowery urges you to consider attending the Metabolic Health Summit on January 31 st in Los Angeles California so that you may learn from top researchers in the field and continue to move the keto conversation forward. Show Notes: The Metabolic Health Summit 2:10 If you only go to one conference this year 6:30 Where you can find more information and resources

In this episode of What the Fat, Dr. Ryan Lowery sits down with Victoria Field, Co-Founder of the Metabolic Health Initiative and Program Director of the Epigenix Foundation and KetoPet Sanctuary. If you have a furry friend at home, this episode will provide tremendous insight into the benefits of a ketogenic diet for pets. Victoria will explain how the KetoPet Sanctuary has not only been providing a “forever home” for pets who would have otherwise been euthanized but helps treat cancer and other diseases. Stay tuned to also hear life-changing stories of the phenomenal work the Epigenix Foundation is doing to save lives and improve the quality-of-life in human cancer patients. Enjoy the show! Takeaways The ketogenic diet may be the key to treating and/or alleviating symptoms of cancer and other neurodegenerative diseases in not just humans, but pets as well. The Epigenix Foundation is providing ground-breaking research on humans, while the KetoPetSanctuary is providing substantial evidence to back these cla

Happy Halloween WTF fans! As a self-proclaimed “carb-monster”, IFBB pro-bodybuilder Victoria Field probably would have never imagined the day she was an advocate for the low-carb lifestyle. However, when her dog began experiencing seizures, she found the key to not only saving her beloved pet but also transforming her own health. Now, she travels the world and educates millions on the science-backed evidence supporting the ketogenic diet. In this episode of What the Fat, Dr. Ryan Lowery interviews Victoria Field on her journey and her passion for health and fitness, while gaining insight on the revolution, future, and pitfalls of the ketogenic industry. Enjoy the show! Takeaways The love and concern for Victoria Field’s dog may have led her to keto, but it’s the remarkable health benefits that have kept her a part of this community. It’s that kind of passion that has led to the growth of the ketogenic world and education of thousands. However, you don’t have to be a pro-bodybuilder or have an epileptic dog

Last week, Dr. Ryan Lowery asked his Instagram audience what you all wanted to know about his mother and today we deliver! On this episode of What The Fat, the Chief Mom Officer answers all of your questions about her son, being his mother, and her future daughter-in-law. Is she “now taking applications”? What is she looking for in a “swipe right?” Find out now! Enjoy the show! Takeaways Nobody has all the answers, and nobody is perfect, but if you are compassionate and continually spread positivity, you can appear as though you are. Show Notes: What did mom think about Ryan quitting baseball? 1:58 Did mom think Ryan lost his mind when he started keto? 2:47 Does Ryan’s mom eat keto? 5:20 Did mom imagine her son changing so many lives? 6:47 What does mom think about Ryan not being married? 7:32 What does mom want in her future daughter-in-law? 8:21 How does mom have all the answers? 8:54 If mom could change one habit in her life, what would it be? 10:31 Ryan’s anti-smoking techniques 11:23 How’s life change

Today’s guest on What The Fat, is none other than the C.M.O. (Chief Mom Officer) Joan Lowery. In this inspirational episode, Dr. Ryan Lowery discusses his mother’s medical condition, how her life has been changed by the ketogenic diet, and how to remain optimistic in the face of adversity. Enjoy the show! Takeaways Even when times are tough, it is so important to focus on the light at the end of the tunnel and remain positive. Joan Lowery is an inspiration and role model for anyone looking to remain a shining light in the midst of an internal battle. Show Notes Getting the Crohn’s diagnosis 1:27 Mom’s diet before keto 4:49 Mom’s current diet 8:00 How diet and exercise have changed Ryan’s Mom’s quality of life 9:40 Filing for bankruptcy and financial difficulties11:28 Powering through tough times and working multiple jobs 14:14 How to be positive during challenging times 15:46 Tweetable quotes “Mom and dad are my heroes.” “You were very strong in the face of animosity.” “I am super grateful we went thro

In this revealing episode of What The Fat, Dr. Ryan Lowery speaks with his mother Joan, who divulges the truth about her “devil child” and his childhood chicken-tender diet. Gain insight as to how the passing of Ryan’s grandmother influenced his career, passion for positive change, and views on family tradition. Enjoy the show! Takeaways Ryan believes that if his younger-self knew what he knows today, he could have prolonged his grandmother’s life. Do not wait until it’s too late! Be an advocate for your health and the health of your loved ones. Together, we can spread positivity and nutritional knowledge to make the world a happier, healthier place. Links/Resources Ketogenic.com Calculator: ketogenic.com/calculator/ Show Notes: Ryan’s mom speaks about his childhood 2:21 Insight into Ryan’s dad and parenting 4:50 Ryan’s diet before keto 5:58 Is there anything Ryan’s mom would change? 8:13 The Italian side of the family 10:00 Tradition and being family-oriented 12:30 The passing of Ryan’s grandmother 14:35 C

This week we are LIVE from KetoCon 2018! Dr. Ryan Lowery graces the stage in Austin, Texas to tell us about his story, what he's doing in the keto sphere today and what the future holds! Enjoy the show! Show Notes: 0:31 Fat Adaptation 0:56 HIIT and Keto 1:38 Neurological Conditions Where We Need to Be 3:16 Exogenous Ketones and Firefighters 4:25 Keto and Soldiers with PTSD 6:00 Keto and Aging 7:02 Contact Sports and CTE 8:55 Our Strategy to Help Tony Robbins 10:29 Coconut Oil Yeah! Gummies Ahhh! 11:33 What the Future Holds for the Keto Conversation 12:33 What Ketogenic.com Does 13:39 Social Media Influence 14:17 What If? Links/Resources Dr. Ryan Lowery’s Instagram page: @ryanplowery If you like today’s episode, subscribe on Apple Podcasts at What The Fat  and leave us a 5-star, positive review. Tips, Recipes, Community: @ketogeniccom Videos: KetogenicCom YouTube

This week we are LIVE from KetoCon 2018! Dr. Ryan Lowery graces the stage in Austin, Texas to tell us about his story, what he's doing in the keto sphere today and what the future holds! Enjoy the show! Show Notes:  0:17 Crossfit and Keto 1:00 Powerlifters and Keto 1:51 Building of Muscle vs. Breakdown of Muscle 2:44 The relationship Between Ketones and Leucine 4:06 Gluconeogenesis 4:21 What About Cyclical Ketogenic Dieting? 6:09 Resistance Training in a Caloric Deficit 7:24 Is There a Metabolic Advantage to Keto? 7:46 Feed Efficiency 8:52 Dr. Ryan Talks Brown Fat 10:05 What Causes Aging? 10:28 What if You Fed animals a Ketogenic Diet Their Entire Lives? Links/Resources Dr. Ryan Lowery’s Instagram page: @ryanplowery If you like today’s episode, subscribe on Apple Podcasts at What The Fat  and leave us a 5-star, positive review. Tips, Recipes, Community: @ketogeniccom Videos: KetogenicCom YouTube

This week we are LIVE from KetoCon 2018! Dr. Ryan Lowery graces the stage in Austin, Texas to tell us about his story, what he's doing in the keto sphere today and what the future holds! Enjoy the show! Show Notes:   1:17 Ryan's talks about his grandmother and his journey to studying health 2:48 Being a part of the change we wanted to see 4:07 What's your why? 5:21 The vision of ASPI 6:26 The obesity epidemic. How did we get here? 7:44 Is it possible to gain muscle on a ketogenic diet? 9:42 How we perform our studies Links/Resources Dr. Ryan Lowery’s Instagram page: @ryanplowery If you like today’s episode, subscribe on Apple Podcasts at What The Fat  and leave us a 5-star, positive review. Tips, Recipes, Community: @ketogeniccom Videos: KetogenicCom YouTube

In this episode of What The Fat, learn the keys to sustainable business from Dr. Ryan Lowery and Dr. Jacob Wilson. Hear stories and advice from scientists who became entrepreneurs and successful businessmen. Enjoy the show! Takeaways If you want to be a successful entrepreneur, you must be a gladiator. You have to be willing put in the time and work so that when opportunities arise, you are prepared to rise to the challenge. Show Notes: What makes sustainable business 1:37 Playing the long game 3:23 The first thing Jacob taught Ryan 7:05 The age of entrepreneurs 11:19 Jacob’s top 3 tips for successful business 13:23 Progress over perfection 14:40 Tweetable quotes: “The question you have to ask yourself is when that door is open, you get one shot at going through that door, do you have the skills and ability to make sure you fulfill and not only go through that door but pound through it.” “Progress over perfection” “Being an entrepreneur is being a gladiator… when you are a gladiator you can go in the ring a

(WTF) What The Fat  - Dr. Jacob Wilson Episode #55 In this episode of What The Fat, Dr. Ryan Lowery, and Dr. Jacob Wilson discuss the metabolic advantage of a ketogenic diet. Whether you are looking to lose weight or gain lean muscle mass, this episode will provide scientific evidence behind the advantage of a ketogenic diet. Enjoy the show!   Takeaways Even when calories and protein are matched, there are numerous studies showing that the ketogenic diet provides a metabolic advantage, thus leading to greater fat loss. Show Notes: What is a metabolic advantage 1:13 Proving the benefits of a ketogenic diet 8:04 The problem with meta-analysis 10:00 How does keto alter performance 11:34 The effect of keto on brown adipose tissue 12:54 The psychological and physiological aspects of keto versus a low-fat diet 14:35 Tweetable quotes: “Studies need to control for reality” “Garbage in equals garbage out” “Even when calories are protein are matched, there are studies showing there are greater results on a ketoge

  From the time he was 5, Dr. Jacob Wilson Ph.D., CSCS*D knew he was destined to be a scientist. As a child who was never supposed to make it into this world, he represents all that it means to be an underdog. Growing up in poverty, Jacob learned the value of kindness and perseverance, which influenced his decision to leave academia and start the Applied Science and Performance Institute. In this episode of What The Fat, Dr. Ryan Lowery delves into Jacob’s history and all that the “muscle man” had to endure so that he could fulfill his childhood dreams of having a positive influence on the world. Enjoy the show! Take-aways If you take away only one thing from this video, let it be the concept of being an underdog. Understand how and why someone who wasn’t even supposed to enter the world was able to help millions. Most importantly, never become complacent. Never lose the passion and hunger of an underdog. Show Notes: Jacob Wilson’s Story 1:39 The biggest influence on Jacob’s life 3:21 What lead to a life of

What The Fat - Craig Emmerich | Beyond the Diet Episode #53 Craig Emmerich graduated with a degree in Electrical Engineering and had always had a systematic approach to his work. He followed his wife Maria Emmerich into the nutrition field and has since dedicated his time researching and looking at nutrition and biology from a systems perspective. Over the last eight years, he has worked with hundreds of clients alongside Maria to help them heal their bodies and lose weight leveraging their biology to make it easy. ***We are aware of audio issues with this podcast. We apologize in advance. Thank you for listening! Enjoy the show! Show Notes: Women aren’t eating enough protein 00:01:00 Recommended protein intake 00:02:20 Craig’s top micronutrient dense foods 00:03:40 Supplements help people heal 00:07:15 Benefits of collagen supplements 00:09:40 Probiotics get a bad rap 00:12:05 Maria and Craig adopted two kids 00:13:10 Be outside and get your vitamin D 00:15:50 Exercise is a daily routine 00:17:35 Topic Tak

What The Fat - Craig Emmerich Episode #52 Craig Emmerich graduated with a degree in Electrical Engineering and had always had a systematic approach to his work. He followed his wife Maria Emmerich into the nutrition field and has since dedicated his time researching and looking at nutrition and biology from a systems perspective. Over the last eight years, he has worked with hundreds of clients alongside Maria to help them heal their bodies and lose weight leveraging their biology to make it easy. In this episode of What The Fat, Dr. Ryan Lowery talks with Craig Emmerich about his daily eating habits, nutrient-rich foods, and how skipping dinner is ideal for intermittent fasting.  Then, Craig gives his thoughts on extended fasting, “cheat days,” and the “SAD” diet experiment.  Later, we learn about physiological insulin resistance, the carnivore diet, and gluconeogenesis. ***We are aware of audio issues with this podcast. We apologize in advance. Thank you for listening Enjoy the show!   Links/Resources Blog:

What The Fat - Craig Emmerich Episode #51 Craig Emmerich graduated with a degree in Electrical Engineering and had always had a systematic approach to his work. He followed his wife Maria Emmerich into the nutrition field and has since dedicated his time researching and looking at nutrition and biology from a systems perspective. Over the last eight years, he has worked with hundreds of clients alongside Maria to help them heal their bodies and lose weight leveraging their biology to make it easy. In this episode of What The Fat, Dr. Ryan Lowery talks with Craig Emmerich about his wife Maria, the “Beyonce” of Keto.  Craig tells us how he kept Maria’s business going and why he fell in love with the ketogenic diet.  Later Craig reveals how Keto has helped with Lyme Disease and his thoughts on protein-sparing modified fasts ***We are aware of audio issues with this podcast. We apologize in advance. Thank you for listening! Enjoy the show! Show Notes: How Craig got involved in Keto 00:01:35 Maria and Craig’s blo

In this episode of What The Fat, Dr. Ryan Lowery wants to talk about an interesting documentary he watched the other night.  The documentary, Bad Blood: A Cautionary Tale, is about a company called Theranos.  This company wanted to do all sorts of medical procedures with just a drop of blood from a finger.  Ryan learns that the CEO of Theranos was the first female billionaire, even though the company was completely bogus. Confidence can convince people to buy your product, confidence can get you a date, and confidence can get you a job. Enjoy the show! Links/Resources Dr. Ryan Lowery’s Instagram page: @ryanplowery Book: Bad Blood Documentary: Bad Blood: A Cautionary Tale Show Notes: Documentary about a company called Theranos 00:02:00 Ryan is fascinated with different people’s points of view 00:04:30 Is Kylie Jenner the first female self-made billionaire? 00:05:25 How reliable is a machine? 00:07:10 Confidence can make sales 00:08:45 A sale can be approaching someone for a date 00:10:10   If you like tod

In this episode of What The Fat, Dr. Ryan Lowery addresses the fact that a vegan cardiologist came out and said nobody should be eating a Ketogenic diet and eating Ketogenic makes you die faster.  Ryan wants everyone to know that correlation does not mean causation.  We learn that eggs do not actually cause cancer, processed meats are not ideal, and not everyone is inhumanely treating animals.  Enjoy the show!   Links/Resources Dr. Ryan Lowery’s Instagram page: @ryanplowery Debunking Vegan Cardiologist Confusion| Dr. Ryan Lowery Take | Ketogenic.com Show Notes: Vegan cardiologist said no one should be eating a Ketogenic diet 00:00:50 Cardiologist has problems with red meat 00:01:50 Processed meats are not ideal 00:04:20 Eggs do not cause cancer 00:05:20 Are all animals inhumanely treated? 00:11:20 Be careful with everything you read 00:15:50 If you like today’s episode, subscribe on Apple Podcasts at What The Fat  and leave us a 5-star, positive review. Tips, Recipes, Community: @ketogeniccom Videos: Ketoge

In this episode of What The Fat , Dr. Ryan Lowery wants to talk about a video he watched called Acorns to Oak Trees and how small things can turn into big flourishing aspects.  Each and every one of us have the tools to transform into what we want to be.  Later, we learn why Ryan turned down his dream position and what he writes in his gratitude journal.  Finally, Ryan wants everyone to think about what goals they want to achieve in life.  Enjoy the show!   Links/Resources Dr. Ryan Lowery’s Instagram page: @ryanplowery Show Notes: From Acorns to Oak Trees 00:00:45 Ryan turned down his dream position 00:04:10 Gratitude journal 00:05:15 People who talk down to others 00:07:50 Ryan loves the underdog 00:09:30 Think about what goals you want to achieve in life 00:10:30 If you like today’s episode, subscribe on Apple Podcasts at What The Fat and leave us a 5-star, positive review. Follow Dr. Ryan Lowery’s Instagram page: @ryanplowery Tips, Recipes, Community: @ketogeniccom Videos: KetogenicCom YouTube  

Episode #47 Ali Miller is an integrative dietitian and founder of Naturally Nourished, a functional medicine private practice. Author of Naturally Nourished: Food-as-Medicine for Optimal Health Cookbook and Reset, Restore, Renew: Real Food Detox program. She has a NEW book coming out soon called The Anti-Anxiety Diet! Ali has dedicated her career to revolutionizing food-as-medicine in the treatment and prevention of disease. She has a passion to create public awareness regarding the significant role diet plays in our overall health with her philosophy of Food-As-Medicine. Through corporate outreach and as a public figure, Ali addresses nutrition misconceptions and myths, clarifying the extensive amount of confusing and conflicting information that often saturates the media. Enjoy the show!  Links/Resources Website: https://www.alimillerrd.com Books:  Naturally Nourished: Food-as-Medicine for Optimal Health Cookbook   Show Notes:  The Anti-Anxiety Diet 00:00:30 Hypothalamic pituitary adrenal axis distress 00:

What The Fat: Ali Miller, RD Episode #46 Ali Miller is an integrative dietitian and founder of Naturally Nourished, a functional medicine private practice. Author of Naturally Nourished: Food-as-Medicine for Optimal Health Cookbook and Reset, Restore, Renew: Real Food Detox program. She has a NEW book coming out soon called The Anti-Anxiety Diet! Ali has dedicated her career to revolutionizing food-as-medicine in the treatment and prevention of disease. She has a passion to create public awareness regarding the significant role diet plays in our overall health with her philosophy of Food-As-Medicine. Through corporate outreach and as a public figure, Ali addresses nutrition misconceptions and myths, clarifying the extensive amount of confusing and conflicting information that often saturates the media. Enjoy the show!   Links/Resources Website: https://www.alimillerrd.com Books:  Naturally Nourished: Food-as-Medicine for Optimal Health Cookbook  Show Notes: Ali Miller’s background and veganism 00:01:05 How A