Understanding the Keto Zone Diet for Optimal Health and Disease Prevention

In this episode, Dr. Don Colbert and Mary Colbert introduce the Keto Zone Diet, discussing the health benefits of shifting the body from burning sugar to burning fat. Dr. Colbert shares his 25-year expertise in advocating for the keto and Mediterranean diets, emphasizing the importance of a healthy keto approach.

Key Points Discussed
Weight and Health Statistics:

Nearly 75% of Americans are overweight or obese, leading to higher rates of insulin resistance, pre-diabetes, diabetes, heart disease, and fatty liver. Maintaining a BMI under 25 can significantly reduce these risks.
Men and women should aim for an optimal BMI to prevent inflammation-related diseases.
Why Keto Works:

The Keto Zone Diet encourages the body to burn fat instead of sugar, reducing inflammation and disease risk. Healthy fats, such as olive oil, avocado oil, and nuts, are recommended to maintain a balanced, anti-inflammatory keto diet.
Inflammation and Disease:

Belly fat is particularly inflammatory, contributing to higher C-reactive protein levels, which raise blood pressure and inflammation markers linked to heart disease and diabetes.
Hunger Hormones and Appetite Control:

Keto suppresses appetite by regulating key hormones like leptin (signals fullness) and ghrelin (stimulates hunger), especially effective for those with insulin resistance.
Healthy Fats vs. Unhealthy Fats:

Trans fats and excessive saturated fats cause inflammation, whereas fats from healthy sources, such as MCT oil powder and certain oils, help keep inflammation low and cholesterol balanced.
Checking Ketosis:

To monitor ketosis, use ketone strips, blood meters, or breath analyzers. Insulin-resistant individuals may take longer to enter ketosis, usually two to four weeks.
Maintaining Keto Long Term:

Dr. Colbert encourages a balanced approach to the keto diet, limiting saturated fats to around 10% of total calories to avoid cholesterol spikes and inflammation.
Addressing Keto Myths:

Dr. Colbert dispels the myth that any food is acceptable as long as it’s low-carb, stressing the importance of clean, nutrient-dense choices to sustain health.
Featured Product: MCT Oil Powder
Available in various flavors like chocolate, coconut, and hazelnut, this product enhances ketosis, providing energy and aiding in appetite control. It’s a tasty and convenient addition to coffee or smoothies, helping you stay in the Keto Zone without overloading on unhealthy fats.
Closing Note
This episode clears up common misconceptions around the keto diet, advocating for a thoughtful approach that prioritizes health and longevity through the Keto Zone. Dr. Colbert encourages viewers to incorporate healthy fats and avoid processed or trans fats, laying the foundation for a sustainable, anti-inflammatory keto lifestyle.

[TeresaNalty]

I got your gut zone book and I’m doing great. Lost 12 lbs reversing my gerd. In less than a month!!

[Maggatoota]

Would be very interested in your thoughts on Dr August Dunning (NASA) and his exploding work on Dry Fasting.

[milliejohnson]

Also when you have practiced eating habits that aren’t good for you . Your body gets used to it . The Holy Spirit in me has a fruit called self control . I fasted years ago and learned to control portions . ( I just have to eat the right things) my waist is 35 . I eat healthy but also eat carbs some . Have cut them out a lot

[gstahler]

My neighbor was eating this diet and just had to have a double bypass heart surgery