Dr Bergs Healthy Keto And Intermittent Fasting Podcast

Today we’re going to talk about the best remedies for candida. A good portion of the microbes in your gut are fungi, and candida is one type of fungi. Friendly fungi support the body in many different ways. It’s not until we change the environment that our friendly bacteria and fungi live in that they can become a problem. For example, one of the biggest side effects of antibiotics is candida overgrowth. If the ratio of candida to bacteria is incorrect, this can lead to health issues. But bacteria release certain things to help keep candida in check. If candida does turn unfriendly, you need to know what you can do. One important thing to remember to support a healthy microbiome is to take probiotics if you have to take antibiotics. The best candida home remedies: 1. Take a probiotic and consume probiotic foods 2. Avoid sugar and dairy 3. Avoid carbs (do Healthy Keto®) 4. Avoid sugar alcohols 5. Consume capric acid (coconut oil or MCT oil) 6. Consume vegetable fiber 7. Consume natural herbal anti

Many people think they need to avoid ultraviolet radiation—their first thought may even be that it causes cancer. Today we're going to talk about the potent anti-inflammatory effects of UV radiation and its other benefits. UV radiation is a part of the spectrum of energy from the sun. Humans have adapted over time to survive the sun's radiation and use it to our advantage. Ultraviolet radiation is the only part of the sun's energy that helps the body make vitamin D, which is essential. Vitamin D is one of the most important vitamins for your immune system and is an incredibly potent anti-inflammatory. While chronic exposure to UV radiation is unhealthy and can increase your risk of certain skin cancers, it may have significant health benefits in small doses. Too much exposure to ultraviolet radiation can also cause wrinkles, loss of collagen, and aging spots. But having enough antioxidants in your skin may help protect you from these issues. If you build up the antioxidants in your skin—

Today I want to cover some important information on reducing the side effects of medications. Phase 1 and phase 2 enzymes are groups of enzymes that help break down medications and toxins in the liver. These enzymes turn medications and toxins into harmless water-soluble particles that can be eliminated through the body. If this enzyme system isn’t working, you could experience more side effects from medications. Your medications may also not be as effective as they should be. Certain things can decrease the function of phase 1 and phase 2 detoxification, including: • DNA mutations • Liver problems • Consuming grapefruit • Certain medications How to support phase 1 and phase 2 detoxification: 1. Consume cruciferous vegetables, allium vegetables, sulforaphane, or DIM 2. Do fasting 3. Reduce exposure to toxins 4. Strengthen the liver (do Healthy Keto® and take milk thistle) 5. Use herbal remedies (curcumin, green tea, and garlic)

Today I want to cover some interesting points about selenium that you may have never heard before. Selenium is a trace mineral, and it’s involved in thyroid function and helps detox mercury. Selenium is also a powerful antioxidant. It’s important to support cardiovascular and brain health and may help prevent strokes and cancer. Brazil nuts are loaded with selenium. One Brazil nut will give you the selenium you need for the day. Taking too much selenium could lead to selenium toxicity. Selenium is in many other foods, too, so why are so many people deficient in selenium? It has to do with the fact that it’s in a form that plant roots have a difficult time extracting—they need help from microbes. However, there aren’t enough microbes or diversity of microbes in the soil. A good solution is to start buying foods from farmers who care about their soil and grow things with microbial diversity. It’s also essential to consume fermented foods. Another overlooked cause of selenium deficiency is a certain

Today I’m going to share why eating in moderation is bad diet advice. This idea involves avoiding extremes and consuming a balanced diet with reasonable amounts of various foods. However, some of the foods you are allowed to consume, even in moderation, can destroy your health. Why eating everything in moderation doesn’t work for weight loss or creating a healthy body: 1. The carbs aren’t low enough (moderation is subjective) 2. Many people have insulin resistance 3. It doesn’t consider genetics 4. It includes addictive foods 5. It includes refined foods 6. Eating stimulates insulin The best way to burn fat and create a healthy body is to consume 50 grams or less of carbs per day. Doing this will also eliminate hunger and cravings, making it easier to stay on track with a diet plan. The Healthy Keto® diet is a low-carb diet plan that focuses on nutritious, quality ingredients and getting healthy to lose weight. Learn more about the ketogenic diet in my other videos.

There is a myth that calcium is the main mineral you need for osteoporosis and to strengthen your bones. The majority of what makes up bone is collagen, which is protein. There is calcium in your bones, but it’s tied up with phosphorus. In some interesting studies, they found that taking calcium doesn’t prevent bone fractures. There is also strong evidence that taking a calcium supplement can increase the risk of cardiovascular problems. It’s essential to get enough vitamins, minerals, and trace minerals in your diet. The most important vitamins for bone health are vitamin D and vitamin K2. Another factor in your bone health is your hormones. For example, a deficiency in estrogen or high cortisol can lead to osteoporosis. Bone loss isn’t contributed to one thing. Overall, to build bone, you need to focus on creating a healthy body. The best source of calcium to help strengthen the bones is dairy. But, a combination of plants and dairy is great for supporting healthy calcium levels. Signs and sym

Let's talk about the health benefits of magnesium. Magnesium is a fascinating and important mineral that's involved in over 350 enzymes in the body. Enzymes speed up the chemical reactions in the body, and they don't deplete their energy in the process. Well-known benefits of magnesium: • It supports the heart • It may help with muscle cramping • It supports sleep • It may help reduce anxiety • It may help promote relaxation • It supports the flexibility of the arteries • It may help with headaches • It may help with problems related to the nerves and muscles Surprising benefits of magnesium: 1. It may help regulate LDL cholesterol and triglycerides and increase HDL 2. It helps make ATP (energy in the body) 3. It helps regulate adrenaline, cortisol, and ACTH—and counters oxidative stress from these hormones 4. It's involved in enzymes related to lecithin (the antidote to cholesterol) 5. It's a natural calcium channel blocker, beta blocker, and antithrombotic 6

Today, I'm going to cover the warning signs of parasites and the best remedies for parasites. Chances are that you have parasites in your body, but they're just not creating any problems. Examples of parasites: • Viruses • Worms • Bacteria • Fungi While you do have friendly bacteria and fungi, parasites aren't friendly. Parasites leech things from you and may create problems for you—but give nothing back to you. Symptoms of parasites: 1. Digestive reactions 2. Fatigue 3. Itchiness 4. Mood changes 5. Skin changes 6. Cravings for milk sugar or sweets 7. Changes in appetite 8. Brain fog 9. Allergies Parasites are very common, and it's essential to support your immune system because it's your best weapon to keep parasites and pathogens in check. It's also crucial to support your microbiome. You need to keep your microbes alive and friendly. The best natural remedies for parasites: 1. Garlic 2. Wormwood extract 3. Clove 4. Black walnut hull extract Increas

Today, we’re going to talk about one of the best natural remedies to increase testosterone: onions. Testosterone does a lot in the body, including increasing libido, controlling male characteristics, and increasing muscle growth. When someone takes testosterone, they inactivate the gland that makes the hormone. Generally, we want to choose natural ways to increase testosterone, which can involve natural glandular therapy. Onions are high in quercetin, which triggers the luteinizing hormone. Luteinizing hormone controls and can increase the production of testosterone in males. Onions also have a lot of additional health benefits: • They have powerful antioxidant effects • They have properties that help with insulin resistance • They have anti-cancer properties • They can help increase nitric oxide to support the vascular system • They may help reduce the risk of cataracts • They may help reduce the risk of allergies • They have potent anti-inflammatory properties • They may help decrease b

Let’s talk about how omega-3 fats help support the heart and how to decrease the risk of sudden cardiac death and arrhythmias. Health benefits of fish oil (omega-3 fatty acids): • They are antiarrhythmic • They are anti-inflammatory • They trigger genes that can help turn off the fibrosis effect of the heart • They are antithrombotic • They support the endothelial layer in the arteries • They can help make your cell membranes more fluid and less rigid Omega-6 fatty acids are common in oils like vegetable oils and seed oils. These oils invade cell membranes and make them more rigid. It’s crucial to have the correct ratio of omega-3 fatty acids to omega-6 fatty acids, which should be 1:1. The average person in the US has a 15:1 ratio of omega-6 fatty acids to omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-6 fatty acids not only increase the risk of heart problems but many other health issues. Omega-6 fatty acids also compete with omega-3 fatty acids. So keep in mind that the more omega-6 fatty acids you have in y

Today I’m going to share one of the most ignored causes of numb hands and feet or a pins and needles sensation in the hands and feet. Myelin is the coating around the nervous system, and it allows nerve impulses to travel. Without enough myelin, you may experience paresthesia or abnormal sensations. One cause of numb hands and feet is diabetes. A thiamine deficiency may also be involved because it’s needed to make myelin. Taking fat-soluble thiamine (benfotiamine) and changing your diet may help improve this situation. Another big cause of numbness in the hands is a vitamin B12 deficiency. Vitamin B12 deficiency is very common. The loss of myelin commonly occurs in the cervical spine (neck), and the degeneration can lead to various problems throughout the body. Other symptoms of a vitamin B12 deficiency: • An imbalance in your gait • Urinary retention or bladder problems • Problems in the feet • Shooting pain in the spine when moving your head down • Neck stiffness One of the biggest caus

Do brain cells regenerate? Yes! It’s the rate your brain cells regenerate that determines how your cognitive function works as you age. Today, we’re going to talk about how to increase the regeneration of your brain cells. You can do many different things to support cognitive function and increase the size of your brain. You don’t need to do all of these things, but pick what you find is the most realistic for you and let me know what you choose in the comments. The best ways to improve brain health: 1. Exercise 2. Do intermittent fasting and periodic prolonged fasting 3. Do cold therapy 4. Consume cod liver oil 5. Get on a low-carb diet (Healthy Keto®) 6. Do heat therapy 7. Consume vitamin B1 8. Consume probiotics 9. Get plenty of sunlight (infrared light and vitamin D) 10. Consume plant-based phytonutrients 11. Consume foods high in choline 12. Consume grass-fed animal products 13. Get sufficient sleep 14. Drink coffee 15. Consume zinc

Today I want to share some important information for those of you who experience seizures. Common triggers of seizures: • Fever • Head injury • Brain infection • Choking • Alcohol • Drug withdrawal • Extremely low blood sugar • Drugs • Toxins • Stress • High blood pressure Data shows that keto is effective in eliminating seizures by a factor of 50 to 70 percent. But it's important to be on the healthy version of the ketogenic diet. The keto diet for epilepsy also includes more fat than protein. Ketones are a byproduct of fat. Fat and ketones are the primary fuel source that our bodies should run on—not glucose. It's also the preferred fuel source of the brain. Top potential benefits of ketones for seizures: • They have anticonvulsant properties • They stabilize the excitability of the neurons • They modulate neurotransmitters • They support the brain, including the hippocampus • They increase the hippocampus's mitochondrial biogenesis • They protect the brain

Today I’m going to share the best remedies to help stop teeth grinding at night. Grinding your teeth can lead to issues like: • Excessive wearing of the teeth • Teeth pain • Headaches • Jaw spasms People who smoke, drink alcohol, or take SSRIs have a higher risk of teeth grinding (bruxism). There are a few things involved in teeth grinding at night, but it seems to be largely related to the autonomic nervous system. Bruxism is also associated with a certain variation in genetics. The gene involved is the receptor gene for serotonin. If you have this variation, you’ll have to work harder to increase the precursors of serotonin to help build it up. Bruxism can also be triggered by various things, including: • Stress events • Trauma • Excess caffeine consumption The best natural remedies for teeth grinding: 1. Vitamin B1 (nutritional yeast) 2. Vitamin D3 DATA: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33413... https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22953... https://www.nature.com/articles/s4159... ht

Today we’re going to talk about an extremely powerful natural remedy for inflammation: colostrum. Colostrum may be beneficial when dealing with certain conditions, such as: • Inflammation • Autoimmune diseases • Gut inflammatory conditions • Arthritis • Skin issues related to inflammation Health benefits of colostrum: • It helps with gut permeability • It helps support the immune system • It may help improve gut damage • It has been shown to improve muscle growth • It may help repair the thymus gland • It has been shown to increase T cells and natural killer cells, which may help prevent cancer and attack viruses • It increases macrophages, which provide a barrier to protect against pathogens • It’s high in fat, protein, and immunoglobulins • It’s very anti-inflammatory • It helps develop duodenal villi to help prevent malabsorption • It’s rich in friendly bacteria Colostrum is the first milk that a mother gives an infant when they’re breastfed. Certain studies have shown a drama

Let’s talk about gout and gout prevention. It’s been found that there is no correlation between levels of uric acid in the blood and gout attacks. But, we also know that the pain involved in gout attacks is due to uric acid crystal formation creating inflammation. The main medication for gout works by inhibiting the formation of uric acid. However, it has serious potential side effects. The top natural remedies for gout are celery seeds and tart cherries. Both of these can help inhibit the enzyme that makes uric acid in the body. Other natural remedies to get rid of gout: • Celery leaves • Artichokes • Sage • Thyme • Leafy greens • Potassium • Omega-3 fatty acids While uric acid can be a beneficial antioxidant, some interesting data suggests that it becomes a pro-oxidant when it gets into the tissues. This makes sense because when it gets into the arteries, it can cause inflammation and lead to problems like high blood pressure—and when it gets into the joints, it can cause inflammation a

Today we’re going to cover the difference between the two forms of vitamin B3: niacin and niacinamide. Both niacin and niacinamide chemically work similarly but have different benefits. Niacin: • Gives a flushing response • Has lipid benefits • Helps lower cholesterol • Helps lower LDL • Helps increase HDL • Helps decrease inflammation in the arteries • Supports a healthy liver • May help with schizophrenia • May help with drug-induced dyskinesia Niacinamide: • Won’t cause a flush • Helps with certain skin conditions (acne, dermatitis, rosacea, and psoriasis) • Helps lower histamines • Helps reduce immune inflammatory factors • Helps decrease flaking skin • Helps reduce sebum • May help reduce inflammation • May help with arthritis • Is used for anti-aging • Is used for hyperpigmentation • May help reduce anger and anxiety Many people are discouraged from taking niacin because of potential side effects. But the dangers are rare and are typically involved in those t

GUACAMOLE RECIPE: Ingredients: • 2 ripe avocados • 1 lime, juiced • 1/2 tsp salt • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro • 2 Tbsp diced red onion • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 large tomato, seeded and diced Instructions: 1. Cut the avocados in half and remove the pit. Scoop the flesh into a large bowl. 2. Mash the avocado with a fork or potato masher until it's nearly smooth, with just a few small chunks remaining. 3. Stir in the lime juice, salt, cilantro, red onion, and garlic. 4. Gently fold in the diced tomato. 5. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed, adding more salt or lime juice to taste. 6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until you're ready to serve. Is guacamole good for you? Yes! Let’s talk about it. While the chips that people usually consume with guacamole can lead to health issues, guacamole itself has a lot of health benefits. Just be sure to consume it with keto-friendly foods. Guacamole ingredients and benefits: 1. Avocados • They contain monounsaturated fatty aci

Today I want to share something about insulin that you may have never heard before and clear up some confusion regarding insulin. The main reason why the keto diet and intermittent fasting work so well to support a healthy body is that they both help lower insulin. However, insulin has certain benefits. This is where the confusion starts. How can insulin be harmful and also have health benefits? Potential health benefits of insulin: • It helps lower blood sugar levels • It supports muscle growth • It protects against muscle atrophy • It supports the arteries • It helps lower LDL cholesterol • It helps lower blood pressure • It lowers the production of glucose in the liver • It supports the absorption of potassium and magnesium • It suppresses lipolysis • It is a potent anti-inflammatory • It has antioxidant properties • Insulin nasal spray is used to help people who have dementia • It helps increases testosterone • It helps lower uric acid The real problem is with the insulin

Today we’re going to talk about fecal microbiota transplantation and how to support your microbiome naturally. Fecal microbiota transplantation has been found to be effective for certain conditions, including: • C. diff • Irritable bowel syndrome • Autism • MS • Rheumatoid arthritis • Parkinson’s disease • Chronic fatigue syndrome • Acne • Depression Fecal microbiota transplantation may also help decrease the risk of cancer and has been found to be superior to antibiotics. Fecal transplant has been around for many years. However, if we had a better relationship with our microbes, we may not even need this therapy. The more we sterilize our environment, the more we’re going to need this therapy. Things to avoid to support your microbiome: • Drugs • Chemicals • Pesticides • Herbicides • Antibiotics • Milk products • Canned products • Juices • Radiated foods The best ways to support your gut microbiome: 1. Consume a wide variety of plant foods 2. Consume fermented pro