Today we have Dr. Benjamin Bikman on the Keto Kamp Podcast. Dr. Bikman is a biomedical scientist, professor, and expert on insulin resistance. Dr. Benjamin Bikman studies diabetes and obesity, and much of what he focuses on is a seemingly obscure condition called insulin resistance. But it’s, in fact, not very obscure at all. Half of all adults in the U.S. have insulin resistance. That means you could have it too, and you don’t know it. What is insulin resistance? Why did Dr. Benjamin Bikman devote his career to studying something like this? Well, insulin resistance is essentially two things. First of all, some cells in your body aren’t responding very well to the hormone insulin. Second, you have more insulin than you did before, a condition called hyperinsulinemia. Insulin resistance is at the root of virtually every chronic disease. If we go through the chronic diseases that are killing us today, things like Type 2 Diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer’s Disease, and certain cancers, what they all have in common is insulin resistance. To varying degrees, insulin resistance is either causing the problem or making it worse. Purchase all 7 challenge recordings! Special pricing: &nbsp; Who Can You Trust When It Comes To Experts In The Health Space?&nbsp; If the person we're seeking to learn from uses derogatory language when speaking about those with whom they disagree, that is the sign of a petty person. Experts should have discussions politely and respectfully and acknowledge that there is room for disagreement. There ought to be a degree of skepticism that we apply to every authority. We should challenge that authority to some degree. There are people with Ph.D. degrees who we shouldn’t trust. Overall, we should always be on our own journey to understand what is accurate and true.&nbsp; A Basic Understanding of Ketosis&nbsp; Ketosis is the state where blood ketones are elevated, but pH is normal. Every human has some amount of ketones, even if it's below the detection level on commonly used devices. When you’re in ketosis, you will have a detectable level of ketones on a moderately used device and yet pH is not changing. Ketones have the potential to make the body more acidic. When someone's in ketosis, the amount of hydrogens coming off the ketone is relatively modest. Within the blood, there are numerous buffering mechanisms. That way, your body will defend its pH range. Overall, ketones are fat-burning products; when insulin is low, the body will burn fat at a high rate.&nbsp; Ketones Are Energetic Molecules; Plus, Ketones Are Signaling Molecules Ketones are energetic molecules roughly similar to the calories you get from glucose. Plus, ketones are signaling molecules. If a ketone is being used as a fuel, it will come to a cell. Then the ketone will get shuttled into the cell through an MCT (monocarboxylate transporter). When the mitochondria have a lot of pressure to be burning molecules, they get the signal that they need more mitochondria. Fatty acids can have the same effect. When a cell is burning a lot of fatty acids for fuel, it will start stimulating mitochondrial biogenesis.&nbsp; Why The Laws of Thermodynamics Are Misleading Regarding Weight Loss People are producing ketones and breathing out ketones, and urinating them out. Remember, ketones have a caloric value. Calories matter, but don’t worry about them. Let the calories take care of themselves. Invoking the laws of thermodynamics in nutrition and human metabolism was one of the greatest tragedies in the history of human-relevant science. It absolutely misled us and made us demonize fat and embrace carbohydrates. Hormones matter at least as much as calories because hormones tell the body's cells what to do with the available calories.&nbsp; The Problems With Metabolic Syndrome and Insulin Resistance&nbsp; Metabolic syndrome used to be called insulin resistance syndrome. Insulin resistance is the single most common problem in the US and abroad....

Dr Benjamin Bikman | How Ketone Molecules Communicate With Your Mitochondria to Help You Burn FAT! KKP: 417

Today, I am honored and blessed to have here with me again, Dr Mindy Pelz. She is a holistic health expert, author and speaker who is on a mission to educate men and women about their bodies through her vast experience and expertise in fasting, which can help us take control of our health. She is the author of the most anticipated and upcoming book Fast Like a Girl: A Woman’s Guide to Using the Healing Power of Fasting to Burn Fat, Boost Energy, and Balance Hormones, which goes on a deep dive on ketosis and how hormones have the biggest impact to achieving a healthier body. In this episode, Dr Mindy sheds light on the flaws of the current healthcare system. She believes there is no all-in-one solution even to the most basic problem, especially if it’s a problem related to our hormones. Tune in as we talk about the diet culture, educating teenage girls about hormonal changes, and the sad reality of the hormone literacy problems we are currently facing. Dr Mindy Fast Like a Girl on Amazon:  Register your FREE spot for our upcoming 7 day keto challenge. We start January 9th 2023! Sign up here: &nbsp; / / E P I S O D E&nbsp; &nbsp;S P ON S O R S&nbsp; Paleo Valley beef sticks, apple cider vinegar complex, organ meat complex &amp; more. Use the coupon code KETOKAMP15 over at  to receive 15% off your entire order. Upgraded Formulas Upgraded Magnesium &amp; Charge Electrolyte Supplements:  Use KK15 at checkout for 15% off your order.&nbsp;  Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list.&nbsp; [3:33] Dr Mindy’s Perspective on Why Healthcare is Broken  Dr Mindy describes the current healthcare system as identifying the symptoms, creating a diagnosis, and then prescribing a pill She argues that it doesn’t work for everyone because human hormones are always around the clock 24/7 If a women patient goes to a doctor, it is crucial to identify the root cause first before issuing a medication instead of providing a generalized solution Dr Mindy believes that a woman’s menstrual cycle should be factored into the overall healthcare Women’s mood shifts before and during their menstrual cycle are being villainized&nbsp;  [12:44] Why Are We Sick? The Main Themes That Dr Mindy Discovered  Our food intake and modern toxicity are some of the reasons why we are sick Dr Mindy doubles down that evolutionary mismatch, especially among women, is one of the main culprits of why we are sick Stress-eating work against our hormonal cycle The thrifty-gene hypothesis proposes that humans who were able to survive long periods without food were due to the thrifty gene that allowed them to move into ketosis at a much quicker rate  [17:03] We Got The Diet Culture Wrong! Here’s Why  Dr Mindy strongly believes that the notion that there’s one diet to keep you healthy or lose weight is erroneous. Metabolic switching helps the body to get the required energy it needs depending on the situation; the key is the constant in and out People always look for “absolutes” in healthcare, but the body doesn’t respond well to those absolutes  [30:23] What Happened to Dr Mindy When She Started Fasting?  Dr Mindy discovered that cycling in and out of fasting assisted her in alleviating her menopausal symptoms Identifying the quirks of hormones allowed Dr Mindy to identify the diet she needs Progesterone needs more glucose. If you want to maximize estrogen, keep your blood sugar down If you want to have a healthy ovulation, work on the microbiome and the liver, and you don’t want to go deep into ketosis Plan your diet in various phases, power phase, manifestation phase, and nurture phase  [37:38] We Have a Hormonal Literacy Problem! How Do We Fix It?  Dr Mindy spoke to thousands of doctors and found out that only a handful of them understood the underlying facets of hormones in our bodies She believes that we have a hormonal literacy problem, and women are the most affected as an imbalance in their hormonal cycle is being...

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Today, I am blessed to have here with me Tara Garrison. She is the founder of&nbsp;, a Health &amp; Life Coaching company that offers training, nutrition, mindset and biohacking coaching. She has helped many celebrities, professional athletes,&nbsp;and top executives optimize their health. Tara is the creator of the popular&nbsp;&nbsp;and author of&nbsp;, in which she teaches how to&nbsp;“Do Keto. Not Forever” to optimize metabolism, brain power, athletic performance and physique. She is the host of the&nbsp;, a mom of 4, avid weightlifter, Boston Marathoner and lover of nature. The link to get the Top 100 Keto Recipes eBook free is  In this episode, Tara talks about her health journey and why she finally decided to honor what was best for her unapologetically. We talk about how making significant changes can be uncomfortable, but Tara wants you to remember that discomfort is only temporary. Tara explains why you need to align with your truth. Plus, we chat about the reasons why you don’t want to be in ketosis your entire life. Tune in as we dive into the importance of salt, ditching your carbophobia, and how to start implementing carbs back into your lifestyle. This episode originally aired in December 2021. Order Keto Flex:  -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E&nbsp; &nbsp;S P ON S O R S&nbsp; Good Idea Functional Sparkling Water Drinks. Visit  and use the coupon code BEN at checkout. Get Bioptimizers Sleep Breakthrough for the best night of sleep, ever! Visit&nbsp;  Use the coupon code ketokamp10 for 10% off.&nbsp;  Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list.&nbsp; [01:10] How Tara Started Unapologetically Honoring What Was Best For Her  Weight has been an issue for Tara since the third grade.&nbsp; Being a stay-at-home mom was definitely not aligned with Tara’s personality. She felt sad and depressed as a stay-at-home mom.&nbsp; Tara started weightlifting because the gym by her house only had weights and treadmills.&nbsp; After lifting weights for eight months, Tara looked exactly the same. So, she decided to switch her nutrition – she went from 40% body fat to 11% body fat.&nbsp; Then, Tara found keto. She felt healthy in both her mind and her body.&nbsp;  [11:20] The Discomfort That You Have To Go Through Is Temporary  The life of your dreams is a life of alignment with yourself and your authentic self. Exercising and diet is a temporary stressor.&nbsp; You aren’t going to be stressed forever.&nbsp; The actions required for you to gain muscle is going to suck. However, your body is excellent at retaining muscle. So, the discomfort is temporary.&nbsp; How you see yourself matters way more than how everyone else sees you.&nbsp;  [17:30] Why You Need To Align With Your Truth  Most people know that they need to stop exercising and sleep more. If you have hypothyroidism, you're super inflamed, your CRP is off the charts, and you're exhausted, then yes, you need to sleep more! Training is inflammatory, and if you’re already inflamed, there will be problems.&nbsp; You already know what you need to do; listen to your body. Trust your feelings.&nbsp;  [21:15] Why You Don’t Want To Be In Ketosis For Your Entire Life  If you love being in ketosis, you can stay in it for as long as you want.&nbsp; If keto doesn’t feel as good as it used to, then you may want to switch things up.&nbsp; Keto impacts our neurotransmitters and our mental health. When you eat a diet that is mostly fat and protein, your body will favor dopamine production.&nbsp; When you eat a diet that's mostly carbs and protein, you will favor serotonin production.&nbsp; If you're not eating carbs, you're not going to favor serotonin production as much.&nbsp; One of the reasons you should carb cycle is to improve your emotions and mood.&nbsp;  [31:20] Guess What? Insulin Isn’t The Enemy!&nbsp;  If you don’t have high blood sugar, then insulin isn’t the enemy. Insulin is...

Tara Garrison | How to Practice Keto Carb Cycling For Better Results, The Adrenal Salt Connection, Fasted Workout Benefits & More! KKP: 541

Today, I am blessed to have here with me Dr Anthony Chaffee. He’s an American medical doctor and Neurosurgical resident who, over a span of 20+ years, has researched the optimal nutrition for human performance and health. He claims that the majority of the so-called chronic illnesses are brought on by the food we consume and can be treated by switching to a diet tailored to our species.&nbsp; About 23 years ago, when Dr Anthony was taking cancer biology at the University of Washington, they were learning about the roles of plants. Plants in general have about a million different defense chemicals that are used to poison and deter animals and insects from meeting them up. They need to be able to protect themselves because animals and insects are constantly attacking them.&nbsp;&nbsp; They learned that quite a few plant toxins had already been demonstrated to be carcinogenic by researchers and that people had even recognized this fact. Brussels sprouts had 136 identified carcinogens, and then mushrooms had over 100. And then all of these different produce items that people would eat on a regular basis would have dozens and dozens of different carcinogens in them. That’s why Dr Anthony is on full carnivore. In this episode, Dr Anthony speaks about the toxins people are getting from eating plants. He gives some advice on what you can do to avoid chronic disease and live a longer life. Tune in as we chat about carcinogens, plant toxins, hormetic effects, and the effects of eating full carnivore on your body. Register your FREE spot for the next 7 day keto kickstart challenge with Dr Jason Fung, Dr Ken Berry, Dr Annette Boz and many others: &nbsp; Order Keto Flex:  -------------------------------------------------------- Download your FREE Vegetable Oil Allergy Card here:  / / E P I S O D E&nbsp; &nbsp;S P ON S O R S&nbsp; Wild Pastures: $20 OFF per Box for Life + Free Shipping for Life + $15 OFF your 1st Box!  BonCharge: Blue light Blocking Glasses, Red Light Therapy, Sauna Blankets &amp; More. Visit  and use the coupon code KETOKAMP for 15% off your order.&nbsp;  Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list. &nbsp; [12:15] Can Diabetes be Reversed with a Plant-Based Vegan Diet?   Controlling blood sugar levels and insulin resistance are issues with diabetes. Lowering your insulin is the treatment for that.   How may insulin levels be decreased? You lessen the level of carbs in your body. When you stop eating carbohydrates, your body will produce the right amount of carbohydrates, which will cause your insulin levels to decrease.&nbsp;   Dr Anthony hasn’t heard of many people doing a Plant-based diet to cure type one diabetes but there are studies with ketogenic diets helping type one and type two diabetes.   Some people with type one diabetes have radically changed how they manage their condition by adopting carnivorous or even ketogenic diets. They only need to provide a small amount of long-acting insulin, which will last them for the entire day, rather than many doses of the drug throughout the day.   [18:52] All Plants Have Carcinogens! Why Plants Are Trying to Kill You   There are undoubtedly things that have the potential to have hormetic effects. However, there is a claim that all of these plant toxins, literally millions of them, are not produced by plants for human benefit because we are not living in the Garden of Eden.&nbsp;   There's no actual evidence provided to say which chemicals are hormetic. At what dosage? Just get one leaf from your spinach or sage. That doesn't necessarily have all the same chemicals.&nbsp;   What kind of surroundings did it grow in? What kind of soil was it? What time was the pick? When must it be chosen as having to be freshman, it must be medicines. All of these objects' chemical makeups are altered by this. And so now all of a sudden, you don't know what dosage of digitalis you're getting.   You can experience this beneficial hormetic effect in...

Dr Anthony Chaffee, MD | Not a Single Plant Has Less Than 60 Known Carcinogens, Vegetables Are Trying to Kill You! The Science & Evidence Supporting Our Real Ancestral Diet KKP: 558

In this episode, Ben debunks the most popular myths about Keto and helps you figure out why you aren't getting the results you want on the ketogenic diet. Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list.&nbsp; / / E P I S O D E&nbsp; &nbsp;S P ON S O R S&nbsp; ⭐ Jaspr Air Purifying Machine: The Ferrari of air purifying machines. I personally have three of them inside of my house. You can get $200 off your machine by heading to  and use the coupon code KETOKAMP. ⭐Wild Pastures:&nbsp;$20 OFF per Box for Life + Free Shipping for Life + $15 OFF your 1st Box!&nbsp; // F O L L O W ▸ instagram | @thebenazadi | &nbsp; ▸ facebook | /thebenazadi | &nbsp; ▸ twitter | @thebenazadi&nbsp; ▸clubhouse | @thebenazadi Disclaimer: This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast including Ben Azadi disclaim responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility of statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician. &nbsp;

#787 Troubleshooting Keto - The Best Strategies For Better Results on Keto & Debunking Myths About Cholesterol & Heart Disease

Today I interview Dr. Paul Saladino, the leading authority on the science and application of the carnivore diet. He has used this diet to reverse autoimmunity, chronic inflammation, and mental health issues in hundreds of patients, many of whom had been told their conditions were untreatable. &nbsp; In addition to his podcast, Fundamental Health, he can be found featured on numerous podcasts, including The Minimalists, The Model Health Show, Bulletproof Radio, The Dr. Gundry Podcast, The Ben Greenfield Podcast, Dr. Mercola, Health Theory, Mark Bell’s Power Project, and many others. He has also appeared on The Doctors TV show and will release his first book in 2020 titled, “The Carnivore Code: Unlocking the Secrets to Optimal Health by Returning to our Ancestral Diet.” &nbsp; Dr. Paul Saladino is board certified in psychiatry and completed a residency at the University of Washington. He also is a certified functional medicine practitioner through the Institute for Functional Medicine. He attended medical school at the University of Arizona, where he worked with Dr. Andrew Weil focusing on integrative medicine and nutritional biochemistry. &nbsp; Prior to medical school, Dr. Paul worked as a physician assistant in cardiology. It was during this time that he saw first-hand the shortcomings of mainstream Western medicine with its symptom-focused, pharmaceutical-based paradigm. Dr. Paul decided to return to medical school with the hope of better understanding the real roots of chronic disease and illness, and how to correct and reverse these. He now maintains a private practice in San Diego, California, and sees clients from all over the world virtually. &nbsp; In this episode, Dr. Paul Saladino explains how he started in the health world – he always had a strong desire to be responsible for his own body. Dr. Paul defines the carnivore diet. The diet cuts out all plants and is entirely animal-based. By removing plants from your diet, plant toxins will also get cut out. Dr. Paul reveals which plants should be removed from your diet because of toxicity. Stop eating seeds, leafy greens, and sweet fruits to avoid nasty toxins. Stay tuned to hear Dr. Paul explain the problems with Game Changers. &nbsp; [00:30] About Dr. Paul Saladino  Paul wanted to be able to fix his own car. When he got sick, he also wanted to be able to fix his health. “We are part of this bodily machine. I want my machine to be as tuned as can be.” – Dr. Paul Saladino Paul didn’t want to go to the doctor to find out that he needs medicine, and just have to believe that. He wants to be the agent of his health and his family’s health.  &nbsp; [13:30] About the Carnivore Diet  It’s a diet that is entirely based on animal foods and excludes all plant foods. There’s a version of the diet that does include some plant foods. Anything you can hunt is going to be animal food. Carnivore diets exclude plant foods and appreciate the spectrum of plant toxicity. Paul gives people the tools to make the right choice for them. When Dr. Paul made the transition from paleo to carnivore, he cut out all the plant foods. There are toxins in plants that he completely eliminated. Plant toxins can be damaging to the gut. Leaky gut is gaining more widespread acceptance.  &nbsp; [21:00] The Practice of Fasting  Paul is at the weight he wants to be at. He does not use fasting as a tool. Fasting can be used as a valuable tool. We need to be careful about how we use it. For some people, fasting may be too much.  &nbsp; [22:30] The Carnivore Code  The book is entirely written with 425 references. Paul wants the book to be readable, yet he wants to include all the science. You can preorder The Carnivore Code here. Paul’s favorite thing about the book is the anthropology. The first part of the book is all about humans.  &nbsp; [33:10] Plant Toxicity Spectrum &nbsp;  Plants and animals have been coevolving. Plants have always been absorbing toxins. The seeds of plants are...

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Today I interview someone crazy passionate about helping families stay healthy for life, Dr. Mindy Pelz. Her best-selling book, The Reset Factor, was released in 2015, giving people all over the world access to a clear step-by-step path to creating a healthy, vibrant, energy-filled life free from disease and suffering. The launch of her book ignited the RESETTER TRIBE. The Resetters are a tribe of like-minded people all supporting each other, exchanging health ideas, and cheering one another on to better health. Most recently, The Resetters did a 4-day fast together, all helping one another to the finish line. Raising two active teens of her own, Dr. Mindy is deeply concerned about the toxic world our children are growing up in today. Too many children are suffering. Autism, Learning Disabilities, Anxiety, Depression, Food Allergies, Thyroid Conditions, Chronic Fatigue, and Cancer are at an all-time high in our youth. Dr. Mindy believes that healthy adults start with healthy children and that in this day in age, parents need better solutions for keeping their kids healthy. In this episode, Dr. Mindy dives deep into her personal story – she was extremely healthy at the age of forty. However, one day she started experiencing depression, anxiety, and sleep issues. Dr. Mindy realized she needed to try something different. Dr. Mindy speaks about her journey with fasting and explains the benefits of fasting for women. Plus, Dr. Mindy reveals how you can tell if you are fasting too much and tips for fasting and eating around a women’s period. Stay tuned as Dr. Mindy speaks about detoxification and what to do when menopause hits. Episode sponsors: Dr Phillips CBD Oil, Keto Fruit Chews &amp; Topical Cream https://www.drphillipscbd.com/ketokamp Purity Coffee: https://puritycoffee.com/kk10 Use kk10 for 10% off your entire order. My Favorite Keto Snack http://www.paleovalley.com use KKA for 15% off [00:20] About Dr. Mindy  When Dr. Mindy hit forty, she was in the best shape of her life. She didn’t know anything about fasting or detox. However, she was in an amazing place with her health. Shortly after, Dr. Mindy started having trouble with her sleep, depression, and anxiety. Mindy realized she needed to start doing something different. The wake-up moment for Dr. Mindy was when her family and friends told her it was menopause. “We are living in one of the most toxic times in human history.” -Dr. Mindy  &nbsp; [08:30] Dr. Mindy Started Fasting  Mindy knew that she wanted to learn water fasting for three to five days. However, she had all these limiting beliefs about fasting. Mindy met a nine-year-old who was on his second day of a water fast. That’s when she realized anyone could do it. Then, Dr. Mindy started doing way too much fasting and tanked her sex hormones. Women need to be careful about how much fasting they do.  &nbsp; [10:40] Signs Women Are Fasting Too Much  Hair loss is a significant sign. When you stimulate autophagy, it will start to clean the cells. It can also look at the cell and decide to kill it. When the cell dies, it doesn’t have a mechanism to handle the environmental toxins. If you are gaining weight, that is also a sign you are fasting too much. Spotting is a sign of low progesterone.  &nbsp; [13:10] How to Help the Detoxification of Toxins  There are some simple things you can do:  Dry brushing Loofa under armpits and on neck Walk during fasting Castor oil packs Coffee enemas   Add a heavy metal detox.  &nbsp; [15:40] How to Fast for Your Cycle &nbsp;&nbsp;  If you have a regular cycle, start tracking it. Mindy uses the . On day 12 to day 14, there’s a short window where estrogen has to be made. You need glucose to produce estrogen. It will help you ovulate. If you are in menopause, that 12 to 14 day period means you need to step out of ketosis. Do a hormone building day. Eat beans, squashes, and potatoes. Once day 14 hits, you can go back to keto and fasting. On day 21, the same rules apply –...

Dr Mindy Pelz, Women's Complete Guide to the Keto Diet & Intermittent Fasting :KKP 125

This is a must watch interview with Ben Azadi, Founder of Keto Kamp on how to start keto and intermittent fasting.&nbsp; 🎁 FREE GIFT: ►FREE FASTING EBOOK:  // E P I S O D E&nbsp; &nbsp;S P ON S O R S&nbsp; PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil):  Use ben4 for $4.00 off. I had the honor of being the first guest on Will Weinraub's Lessons Via Leaders podcast. 🎧 During this interview, we discussed the following: 👉 How to get started with the ketogenic diet 👉 Debunking keto myths 👉 My story of being obese and depressed 👉 How to set an intermittent fasting schedule 👉 The power of sleep, and how to get better sleep starting tonight 👉 Why thoughts are things 👉 And so much more Please be sure to subscribe and leave a review on the Lessons Via Leaders podcast on iTunes: https://apple.co/2StggM4 Follow Lessons Via Leaders on Instagram:  // E P I S O D E&nbsp; &nbsp;S P ON S O R S&nbsp; PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil):  Use ben4 for $4.00 off. //&nbsp; A D D I T I O N A L&nbsp; &nbsp; R E S O U R C E S ➡️Kettle &amp; Fire Bone Broth: http://bit.ly/389dEaY Use ketokamp for 15% off. ➡️The World's Best Olive Oil | Get a $39 Bottle For a $1: http://www.ketokampoliveoil.com ➡️Keto Kamp Apparel: http://www.ketokampgear.com 🎓Want to become a keto and fasting pro? Keto Kamp Academy: http://bit.ly/2MKEkWW *Some Links Are Affiliates* // F O L L O W ▸ instagram | @thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2B1NXKW ▸ facebook | /thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2BVvvW6 ▸ twitter | @thebenazadi http://bit.ly/2USE0so ▸ linkedin | http://bit.ly/2PNRh40 ▸ email | ben@ketokamp.com Disclaimer: This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast including Ben Azadi disclaim responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility of statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

How to Start The Ketogenic Diet & Intermittent Fasting - Ben Azadi KKP: 140

We welcome back, a biomedical scientist, professor, and expert on insulin resistance, Dr. Benjamin Bikman.&nbsp; Dr. Benjamin Bikman studies diabetes and obesity, and much of what he focuses on is a seemingly obscure condition called insulin resistance. But it's, in fact, not very obscure at all. What is insulin resistance? Why did Dr. Benjamin Bikman devote his career to studying something like this? Well, insulin resistance is essentially two things. First of all, some cells in your body aren't responding very well to the hormone insulin. Second, you have more insulin than you did before, a condition called hyperinsulinemia. Dr. Bikman's research focus is to elucidate the molecular mechanisms that mediate the disruption that causes and accompanies metabolic disorders, such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and dementia. Driven by his academic training (Ph.D. in Bioenergetics and postdoctoral fellowship with the Duke-National University of Singapore in metabolic disorders), he is currently exploring the different roles of insulin and ketones as critical drivers of metabolic function. He frequently publishes his research in peer-reviewed journals and presents at international science meetings. In this episode, Dr. Bikman dives deep into his book,&nbsp;and how 88% of US adults may have insulin resistance. Dr. Bikman speaks about why we have insulin resistance and how you can test for insulin resistance at home. Dr. Bikman recommends that we all have a small blood pressure cuff at home. Then, Dr. Bikman talks all about fasting – what are the best ways to end a fast, what are the worst ways to end a fast, and why "wrecking your metabolism" simply doesn't make sense. Stay tuned, as Dr. Bikman reveals what we can do to prevent insulin resistance.&nbsp;&nbsp; // E P I S O D E&nbsp; &nbsp;S P ON S O R S&nbsp; PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil):  Use ben4 for $4.00 off. [00:40] About Why We Get Sick  The more Dr. Bikman studies insulin resistance, the more flustered he gets. It’s something so few people know about. There are three segments of the book:  Defining insulin resistance Why insulin resistance matters What to do about insulin resistance   88% of US adults may have insulin resistance because they have at least one out of five characteristics of metabolic syndrome:  Expanded waist circumference High blood pressure High glucose High triglycerides Low HDL     [05:30] Signs You Have Insulin Resistance  Your skin can be a window to the metabolic soul. Two pronounced skin disorders are wholly connected with insulin resistance:  Skin tags Dark spots   Infertility and erectile dysfunction can be a sign of insulin resistance.  [08:00] How to Test Insulin Resistance at Home  Buy a small blood pressure cuff that you can put around your wrist. After fasting, and you notice your blood pressure goes down, that’s a sign of insulin resistance. Insulin controls fuel use. At any moment, it’s a sugar burner or a fat burner. Insulin will dictate that fuel use in the body. Ketones can only be made when the body is in a high state of fat burning. If it takes a long time to measure ketones on a ketone meter, then it may be sign of insulin resistance. If you are in ketosis, your insulin is going down. If your glucose is high, that’s a big question. It could be that you are overeating and snacking too often. Or, it could mean there is an exaggerated hormone response to the fast.  [13:45] The Best Way to Break a Fast vs. the Worst Way to Break a Fast  A seven day fast is a little extreme. If a person is overweight, they need to be smart enough about doing a long fast. The longer a person is in a fast, the lower the insulin is getting. However, our potassium and sodium pump will slow down. The kidneys wills start to dump potassium – they haven’t got the message to stop. So, the person will risk dying by changing the potassium levels in the blood – it’s lethal! Don’t end a fast on a sugary snack. End a fast...

Dr Benjamin Bikman, Why We Get Sick: The Hidden Epidemic at the Root of Most Chronic Disease―and How to Fight It :KKP 141

Today, I am blessed to have here with me Best Selling Author, Educator, Speaker, and Podcast Host, Dr. Mindy Pelz. Dr. Mindy is empowering people worldwide to believe in their body's healing abilities through fasting, diet variation, removing chemicals from the body, and so much more.&nbsp; Dr. Mindy is a recognized leader in the alternative health world and is the founder of Family Life Wellness, her local clinic that is made to speed up healing and maximize performance. She is also the founder of the Reset Academy. In this private group, she and her team help people implement the principles of fasting, keto, and diet variation into their daily lives.&nbsp; She is the host of one of the leading science podcasts, The Resetter Podcast, and the author of three best-selling books,&nbsp;The Menopause Reset,&nbsp;The Reset Factor, and&nbsp;The Reset Kitchen. Her local clinic, run by her highly-trained team, is one of the largest bio-hacking centers in the bay area. She puts out a weekly podcast episode, two science-backed YouTube videos a week, three weekly newsletters, and leads people through heavy metal detoxing in her Toxin Reset Program. In this episode, Dr. Mindy focuses on fasting. We dive right into the most significant pitfalls women could be making in their fasting routine. First, you should step out of fasting around day twenty of your cycle. Also, don't forget to make yourself insulin resistant from day one to day ten of your period. Dr. Mindy also gives fasting tips for women who are in their post-menopausal phase of life. Later, Dr. Mindy goes deep into the six different stages of fasting. Tune in as we chat about the enemies of fasting and how you can solve all your fasting issues. Lastly, Dr. Mindy answers questions from the Keto Kampers.&nbsp; / / E P I S O D E&nbsp; &nbsp;S P ON S O R S&nbsp; PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil):  Use ben4 for $4.00 off. ☕️ Purity Coffee: http//:www.ketokampcoffee.com, use ketokamp at checkout for 10% off [02:55] About The Fasting Circle &nbsp;  Women love the idea of fasting – there are so many miracles that can happen when you fast. However, we need to honor our hormones, specifically our sex hormones. Men’s testosterone will come every couple of hours. Women get testosterone once a month. So, we have to fast very differently. The Fasting Circle will help women navigate the fasting experience. Fasting is powerful; we have to do it thoughtfully.&nbsp;  [06:30] The Dangers Of Fasting Too Much  The first danger is progesterone. You make the most progesterone around day twenty of your cycle. If you are in a low-glycemic state, then it won’t make progesterone very proficient. Fasts will cause cortisol – it’s fine during the front half of the cycle. When you need to make progesterone, you don’t want that stress. So, step out of fasting around day twenty of your cycle. During this time, you should slow life down and relax. You want to honor that your body is trying to make progesterone. Make yourself insulin resistant from day one to day ten of your period. You want to go keto and make yourself insulin resistant during this time. Use keto and fasting during this time (totally opposite of day twenty).  [11:50] Fasting For Post-Menopausal Women  If you are over forty, you have an organ that is shutting down (your ovaries). No other time in your life will you have an organ shutting down. Your ovaries will make hormones. Well, your body still has to make it so your adrenal glands will take over. We are not made to be permanent fat burners. We are made for metabolic switching. As women get on the other side of menopause, we have to build our hormones back up.  [16:20] About The 5-1-1 Rule  5 days of fasting and keto. 1 day of an extended fast (24 hours). 1 day a week of no fasting. Instead, you should be feasting. We are meant for metabolic switching; we are not meant to be permanent fat burners. Women need to go into hormone building times....

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