Why You Should Opt For Keto Diet & What Are Its Benefits? – Dr.Berg

I explain why the keto diet works.

Timestamps:
0:00 Why the keto diet works
2:10 Lowering your carbs has huge health benefits
4:30 Any food you desire can be made keto-friendly

If you’re new to the keto diet, or you’re considering it, here’s what you need to know. There are several reasons why you need to do the ketogenic diet. One of them is longevity. Any time you go on a diet, think long-term. Is it sustainable? Because most people go off diets because they aren’t sustainable, primarily because of your cravings.

One of the best things about keto is that you’ll lose your cravings. When you do, you’ll be able to stay on keto long term because you’ll no longer succumb to the temptations of bread, pasta, cereal, and the like.

Next, does keto work? Does it get results? Yes, because keto corrects the root cause of why you’re overweight in the first place, which is because you have too much insulin in your body. Doctors never test this hormone level, but if they did, you’d discover your insulin is too high through what is called a fasting insulin test.

Insulin is a fat-making hormone; in its presence, you can’t burn fat. The ketogenic diet corrects your insulin level, allowing you to get into fat-burning mode and speeding up your metabolism so you can lose weight. It gets you past your set point that you seem stuck at.

Is keto safe? Maybe you’re concerned about its high fat component because it’ll clog your arteries and cause a heart attack. But it’s not really a high-fat diet; what makes it work is lowering your carbohydrates. I’m talking about sugars, not vegetables.

Now, there’s a version called dirty keto, in which you can eat whatever you want as long as you keep your carbs down. When you lower carbs, you normalize insulin. The benefits of this are huge. They include:

● Decreasing fatty liver
● Lowering visceral fat
● Decreasing inflammation
● Increasing oxygen; when you consume high carbs, you have more carbon dioxide (C02) but less oxygen
● Lowering free radicals
● Improving brain cell function, cognition, memory, focus, concentration

If you add the healthy keto version, you take it to the next level because you’ll be getting the nutrients you need to improve and support your health. And as I say, it’s all about getting healthy to lose weight, not losing weight to get healthy. If you lose weight in an unhealthy way, you may end up not looking very good. With keto, you can keep the weight off and promote longevity.

Be sure to watch the entire video to understand why the keto diet is such a beneficial choice for your long-term health.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 56, 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.

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[jscomaha]

I’ve been following your suggested version of Keto, since January! Everything you say can happen is coming true. Thank you! I’m coming to the Summit. I’ve lost 45 lbs. I’m no longer pre diabetic, my chronic heartburn is gone, my high blood pressure is in a normal range, my knees don’t hurt anymore, my brain is clearer, I have more balanced energy, I’m off of my antidepressants, I’m sleeping well at night, and my husband is soooo grateful I no longer snore like a freight train! Thank you for all you do. I’m pointing all my curious friends to your videos, and trying to assist people to this incredible life changing way of life. ❤️🙏🏼🎶

[above_genetics]

You're one of the best teachers in the world. I've been learning from you everyday for a couple years now and my family is healthier for it. Thanks!!

[SeriousKeto]

This is the best 8 minute summary of keto I've seen! Keto has been a such a miracle in my life. I look and feel better at age 51 than I have in the last 20+ years. Plus it's refueled my passion to cook and to create keto-friendly versions of the foods I love.

[agnesstrzykowska]

To all who still aren't convinced: I have been on keto for 4 months and I'm a living walking proof of every benefit of the diet and intermittent fasting. I feel great, I'm getting stronger, I breathe easier, got rid of cravings...and I'm getting slimmer 😀

[ricklopez]

I'm on day 4 right now of Keto! I may hate it right now but i know that i must stay committed & disciplined to receive the rewards at the end of 100 day Keto diet.

[ybe]

Keto and IF gave me my health back, been on it for a year and a half and people don't recognize me. I've lost nearly half my original body weight.

[lifeasrudi]

I started doing Keto and IF in march 2019 and am down 18kgs, I can't thank you enough Dr.

[howtomedicate]

Amazing video! I will show this to my friends who are interested in Keto!

[melanatedaboriginal]

My sister got on keto & has lost so much weight & still losing!

The AMAZING thing is my Sister didn't have a Menstrual cycle for over 12 or so years & she is not old enough to have been going through menopause, well After a Month or so on Keto her Cycle came & has been on track every sense.

Dr. Berg you are the Best, I have passed along all your Videos on Keto to my Sister & she can't thank me enough.

Lastly her Doctor's wanted to put her on all these man made medications to bring her cycle down & I Convinced her to do Keto & do it exactly how Dr. Berg says & Your Health will Change for the BETTER & It Did !

[brandnueweightloss]

Great video on the basics of keto! Many of these benefits are not well understood by the public. I especially like the decrease in free radical damage with the ketogenic diets. This is something that we preach to our patients all the time. That is usually a huge motivator for getting people to adapt to our system.

[gaypreator]

Those mimicking foods that look like your old nemesis—- usually become a fond memory. I love that one aspect of LCHF/KETO - those non-ending munchies go away.

Food as Fuel not Entertainment. Eat to Live - Not Live to Eat.

[designingmindy]

Keto should not be called a "diet".
It's a way of eating, a lifestyle. 💖

[podunkpretties]

It's a lifestyle change not a diet, I'll never eat the SAD again.

[justphil]

Idk why people say keto is difficult. I really enjoy having steak, ground beef patties, salmon, bacon, eggs, along with delicious and simple salads, asparagus, brussels, broccoli. And I love cheese! I do miss sweets, but there’s options for that too.

[benchang]

Disabled vet here. Your vids helped me get back to good health. Thank you and keep it up. KETO IS A LIFE CHANGER!

[bradenterrell]

Last year with intermittent fasting plus Keto I lost 55 pounds in 3 months. I kept the weight off for awhile but got depressed due to life and what not. So I’ve gained about 30 pounds back but I’m definitely getting back to Keto and staying on it. Thank you Dr. Berg

[naturalstrength]

Keto is great for some but not necessary for most, you can do OMAD and get all the weight loss and health benefits of ketosis while still eating carbs, just stay away from refined stuff.

[stevensanjose]

Dr. Berg, I think this is your best beginner video yet!! I owe my success to you, I started Keto and Intermittent Fasting 3 months ago and I'm down 45lbs. I lost 27 lbs. in the 1st month all without even exercising. I also drink your ACV recipe 2 times a day.
Thanks for all that you do!

[Sampardhanani]

People have become casual in approach for anything now, blame it on the media . People will only get serious to something when the water reaches till the nose . You are the best teacher in the universe. Keep up the good work sir .

[loveyourland]

I’ve watched thousands of keto vids (including tons of yours). This was literally THE BEST keto explanation yet!! Thank you, Dr. Berg!! I’m sharing the heck out of this!!