I’m sure you’ve seen claims that keto is dangerous or bad for your health, but what’s the truth? Is keto dangerous long-term? Find out in this video.

0:00 Introduction: Is the keto diet dangerous?
0:33 Why would someone need the keto diet?
1:20 What is metabolic flexibility?
1:50 Neuroglycopenia
3:41 How to reverse insulin resistance
4:56 Learn more about the benefits of keto and how to get started

Today, we’re going to talk about some of the rumors surrounding the safety of the ketogenic diet. There have been claims that keto is dangerous and can increase your risk for heart disease, high cholesterol, and other health problems. What’s the truth?

In the past, food was not as available as it is today. Carbs and sugar were not a major part of our ancestors’ diets and fasting was commonplace. This means that early humans had to run on ketones!

Metabolic flexibility is the ability to go from sugar-burning to fat-burning. Metabolically flexible people can also fast and tap into their body fat reserve.

Most people are metabolically inflexible or insulin-resistant. Because they’re consuming so many carbs, they’re not able to utilize ketones.

High-carb diets can also contribute to neuroglycopenia—a condition in which your neurons lack glucose. This can eventually lead to Alzheimer’s and dementia, but initially, you might experience the following symptoms: feeling faint, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, irritability, anxiety, and mood swings.

How do you reverse insulin resistance caused by the dietary habits that we have today?
1. Resist junk foods
2. Recreate stresses that early humans may have experienced (Exercise, going out in the cold, taking stairs)
3. Mimic the diet of early humans (Consume cruciferous vegetables, salad, and organic grass-fed meats)

It may take a few weeks or even a few months, but once you make these changes, you’ll be able to fast for longer and longer in between meals. You'll build your willpower, confidence, and your health.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 58, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis and 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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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, 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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Thanks for watching! I hope this explains why keto is not dangerous and is actually one of the best things you can do for your health. I’ll see you in the next video.