The Best Way to Fix a Slow Metabolism – Dr. Berg's Expert Advice

If your metabolism slow? Watch this video to learn how to fix your metabolism for good.

Timestamps:
0:00 Metabolism is vital to your health
0:15 The foundational facts of metabolism
2:15 The weight “set point”
5:00 How insulin slows your metabolism
11:19 What causes insulin resistance?
13:18 The glycemic index and slow metabolism
17:15 How intermittent fasting helps fix slow metabolism
20:24 Nine tips for improving your insulin sensitivity and metabolism

In this video, I want to talk about how to fix a broken metabolism. Now, this is an incredibly important topic, so pay attention closely and take notes.

1. Dieting slows your metabolism. If you have dieted for many years, chances are, your metabolism is very slow.

2. Dieting increases your hunger and cravings. In turn, many people who go on diets end up gaining the weight right back.

3. Age slows down your metabolism.

4. Exercise increases your hunger and cravings.

5. It’s unnatural to lose weight. If you think about it, your body’s goal is to store energy for when it really needs it—like a time of famine or starvation. Weight gain is a survival mechanism.

There’s a certain point that your body likes to settle at as far as your weight. I like to call this the “set point.” Your set point is the range where it becomes difficult to either lose weight or even gain weight. I want to show you how to lower your set point. Let’s say your set point is around 182, and you want to lower it to 142. The goal is to drop the set point.

First, there is one primary thing that ruins your metabolism’s set point: high insulin. In the presence of insulin, it is impossible to lose weight and drop your set point. Insulin promotes fat storage and prevents fat loss. Sugar and carbohydrates trigger insulin. Over years of a high-carb and high-sugar diet, your cells become resistant to insulin, which leads to more insulin production to try to compensate.

To get insulin resistance under control, you have to limit:
• Sugar/carbs
• Protein
• Gastrointestinal hormones
• Estrogen

To fix your metabolism, consume foods low on the glycemic index. High-fat foods are fantastic for fighting insulin resistance and metabolism problems. Avoid low-fat foods.

Intermittent fasting helps avoid insulin spikes, which reduces insulin resistance and improves metabolism. Only have 1-3 meals a day and skip breakfast whenever possible.

More tips for fixing your metabolism:
1. Apple cider vinegar
2. Fermented foods
3. High potassium foods
4. Vitamin B1
5. Fiber
6. Fat
7. Lower cortisol and estrogen
8. Sleep and exercise
9. Consume plenty of low-carb vegetables

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 57, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & 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.

I hope this video helped you understand how to fix a slow metabolism.

[mihanshiva]

Thank you for talking so elegantly and not shouting with excitement like %99 of Youtubers!

[hardeepkaur]

Crux : lower Insulin/ Insulin resistance
1) ACV
2) Fermented food
3) High potassium
4) Vitamin B1
5) Fibre
6) Fat
7) lower cortisol + estrogen
8) Sleep/Exercise
9) Vegetables

[skadivar]

I found this channel by pure accident last thursday. I was 337lb, with lots of health issues, highly hypocondriac, could not bear to hear anyting about the body or body functions without feeling physically bad and anxious. Still, for the first time in my life I was interested to hear, everything makes full sense, Dr. Berg's description of the pancreas body type fits unbelievably well with all my ills and the theory behind it all, what was wrong with me, how all my previous efforts failed, made perfect sense. I started watching one video after another.... Well, I started doing intermittent fasting (18/6, 2 meals a day) and planning my keto shoplist last since friday. Now is tuesday and I'm already 328lb, so it's a 9lb loss for starters. I know it's a LONG, LONG way to go, but I''m excited and it has been actually much easier than previous attempts at dieting. I will carry on, learn more and do more. Wish me luck.

[floaterfans]

My wife was diagnosed 5 weeks ago with T2D. Went keto with cruciferous veggies along with intermittent fasting, ACV and walks after meals. Zero sugars and carbs, besides the veggies.. Her blood sugar went from 300 to cruising around 90-120. I've lost 15 lbs and she's lost 12 lbs. Aches and pains are gone, tremendous mental clarity (she's doing math in her head, never could before!), tons of energy, skin is clear, ankles aren't swollen and waking up bright-eyed. Thank you doctor for the easily understood science and am excited for check up in December! This works!

[fabrice]

I have more than 35 years experience in health and fitness and human nutrition and I say.
Let's replace all the boring cooking TV shows with this guy!
It's so refreshing to watch his videos.

[chanelnickole]

Dr you just saved my life! I was killing myself and had no idea I was. I'm 32 been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2007 amd never was explained exactly what it was. I was just put on pills that I hated taking. In February my right quadriceps tendon broke my kneecap in half while I was just WALKING and my quadriceps muscle on my left knee tore completely off. I didnt do anything for that to happen. My muscles ache, my left big toe is stiff and my right middle finger is bent. I contemplated suicide because I was suffering so much pain and my body was falling apart. To add insult to injury I have a hemmorage in my left eye, found out my vitamin d level was 8 (dangerously low) and I was hospitalized for having low potassium. I felt like I was dying. While recovering from my knee surgeries I started researching on how to fix myself since my doctors are baffled on my condition and came across your videos. I started implementing what you suggest along with water fasting once a week and my fasting sugars are now under 120, my finger is straightening out, my big toe can bend now, my eye sight is improving and I feel good! All I can do is cry, Happy tears, because I have a 4 and a 5 year old and was thinking I may not live to see them graduate high school. Thank you so much for your videos! You are beyond awesome! God bless you ❤

[fernandosanchez]

I lost over 50 pounds and reversed diabetes just by following Dr. berg's directions. So, what if he's not a medical Dr.? I rather follow his advise over the so called medical ones. Thank you very much Dr. Berg, from the bottom of my heart. And may God bless you and your loved ones.

[angelinap]

Dr berg today I weight 201 lbs from 263 lbs starting April 5 th .. I know 201 is still a lot but it’s a big milestone for me

[alaiaadam]

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
05:10 onw

09:10 symptoms
1) fatty liver
2) brain 🧠 fog 3) sleepy after a meal 🥘 CLASSIC SYMPTOM (DAD) 4) cant go long b/w 2 meals

17:15 when u SNACK even if u have HEALTH LY snacks it’s gonna trigger INSULIN. Have snacks after ur main meal 🥘

18:39 if u don’t feel hungry when u wake up DONT eat breakfast and it’s ok

11:20 CAUSES/ TRIGGERS 💥👊
1) sugar 2) carbs 3) proteins 4) OESTROGEN (pregnant and menopause)

13:19 THE FOOD CHART 📈📉📊

💥Hight in fat food is least triggering insulin ✅
💥 EGG 🍳 is tooo much triggering ❌
💥Banana ❌❌
💥 Low fat food is even more triggering than whole food bcoz there lack of fat and more protein.. fat works as a buffer ..

20:50 once u hit ur goal u can quit fasting
21:10 SOLUTION

1)Apple 🍎 cider vinegar
2) a lotta vegetables 🌽
3) B1 ! Nutritional yeast !
4) have whole fats ! It keeps u full for longer ! GHEE

[aminkeykha]

Dr berg I should openly confess that during a 3 mo practice of your tips I lost 18 kg, Although as a pediatrician I knew most of what you present but your inspiration and power of speech can help alot . your knowledge is now being multiplied in my office, I help others in a way you do using your fluent understandable points . you are excellent 💐💐appreciation from Iran .

[sheriroach]

I literally just cried watching this. FINALLY someone explained all my symptoms and what is happening to me. I’ve been to Dr after Dr! I’ve already been intermittent fasting (one month with no results :-(. )....but the diet explanation makes so much sense. Been eating all the wrong food for me! Thank you Thank you!

[martemacdougall]

Hello Dr. Berg.
I know this video is older, but I have been watching EVERYTHING I can on IR to repair my digestive system etc. After looking at your percentage list..I realized that what I thought was a "healthy " first meal of the day IS NOT!
Nonfat, unsweetened organic yogurt with organic mixed berries. Fairly high percentage
on the list..I have been intermittent fasting for 2 weeks and not losing any weight ( aiming for 17 lbs) so
I have decided to change my first meal around noon to eggs
with cheese and vegetables and sometimes 🥓 bacon.
I am not a big meat eater but I do miss my rice toast and pasta. Sp for awhile anyway I am beginning this new plan to see if my setpoint will break.
I will keep in touch. Thank you ❤

[julivictoria]

Cant believe NO ONE ever bothered to teach this cascade of health facts in nursing school! .Cant help but wonder how many doctors don't understand the importance this makes to our health
Dr Berg, you're the best!

[infinityinspirit]

I feel like a medical student whenever I watch dr berg.. . I learn so much from this guy.

[kaliissouledoutjesus]

You are seriously a God sent!! I’m almost in tears because you gave advice I couldn’t afford and I just appreciate you so much! May God truly bless you for helping us Dr. from the bottom of my heart, thank you!!

[barbwilliams]

Thanks for this video. It helps to understand the science behind healthy weight loss. My hubby and I have been on keto food plan for 1.5 yrs. He has lost 45 lbs, and I have lost 55 lbs. We follow you regularly - all that apply to us. Thanks again.

[DwayneGolden]

I love this video and although I am not doing the keto diet, I did change my eating habits to speed up my metabolism. I went from 207 lbs - 175 using the basic principles he taught in this video. I have not been this weight for 20 years and went from 36 pants down to a 32 slim fit, as well as L and some XL down to Medium shirts. Thank you Dr. Berg because at 54 I am healthier than I was at 34.

[BenHayat]

Nobody has explained this problem better than Dr. Berg. Wow!!!
Thank you Doc!

[shehely]

Lower the insulin ➡️ Higher the Metabolism ➡️ Higher the Weight Loss
*ONLY KEY: Intermediate Fasting*
Cool!

[littlespeedy]

Fixing mine now !! Been IF for 18 days, almost eliminated processed foods and refined sugars, down 5 lbs and feeling great !!