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Ketone as expensive fuel

Compared to glucose, ketone is an “expensive” fuel, take longer time to be converted from fat. (In other way, pork is way more expensive than noodles)

Coconut oil as a good source of fat.
  1. Ketones are an alternative fuel source for the body: Normally, our bodies rely on glucose (sugar) as their primary source of energy. However, when glucose is scarce, such as during fasting or a low-carb diet, the liver produces ketones as an alternative fuel source. Ketones can be used by the brain, heart, and other organs in place of glucose.
  2. Ketones improve cognitive function: Studies have shown that ketones can improve cognitive function and protect against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. This is because the brain can use ketones for energy, and ketones may be a more efficient fuel source for the brain than glucose.
  3. Ketones have anti-inflammatory effects: Research suggests that ketones have anti-inflammatory effects, which can reduce the risk of diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.

To support ketone production in the body, here are some tips:

  1. Follow a high-protein, moderate-fat diet: To encourage your body to produce ketones, you’ll need to limit your intake of carbohydrates and increase your intake of protein and healthy fats. Good sources of protein include beef, chicken, fish, eggs, and dairy products like cheese and Greek yogurt. Good sources of healthy fats include nuts, seeds, olive oil, and fatty fish like salmon.
  2. Incorporate coconut oil: Coconut oil contains a type of fat called medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which are easily converted into ketones by the liver. Adding a spoonful of coconut oil to your morning coffee or smoothie can help boost ketone production.
  3. Try intermittent fasting: Intermittent fasting involves alternating periods of eating with periods of fasting. During the fasting period, your body may switch to using ketones for energy. However, it’s important to speak with a healthcare professional before trying intermittent fasting, especially if you have a history of disordered eating or other health concerns.

Here are some links to studies supporting the benefits of ketones:

  1. The Ketogenic Diet for Obesity and Diabetes – https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3945587/
  2. The Neuroprotective Properties of Calorie Restriction, the Ketogenic Diet, and Ketone Bodies – https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2367001/
  3. Anti-inflammatory Mechanisms of Ketogenic Diets: A Comprehensive Review – https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6627766/

In summary, ketones are an alternative fuel source for the body that can improve cognitive function and have anti-inflammatory effects. By following a high-protein, moderate-fat diet that includes beef, chicken, fish, eggs, and dairy products, incorporating coconut oil, or trying intermittent fasting, you can encourage your body to produce ketones and potentially reap some of these benefits.

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Why You Should Reduce Your Carb Intake

Carbs are a crucial part of our diet, providing us with energy and nutrients. However, too much of anything can be harmful, and carbs are no exception. In this article, we’ll explore the reasons why you should consider reducing your carb intake and the benefits that come with it.

  1. Weight Management: Cutting back on carbs can help you manage your weight and reduce the risk of obesity. Carbs are easily converted into sugar in the body, leading to an increase in insulin levels and promoting weight gain. By reducing your carb intake, you can control your calorie intake and maintain a healthy weight.
  2. Improved Blood Sugar Control: Consuming too many carbs can lead to high blood sugar levels, increasing the risk of diabetes and other related health conditions. Reducing your carb intake can help regulate blood sugar levels, reducing the risk of these conditions.
  3. Better Heart Health: Consuming high amounts of refined carbs, such as sugar and white flour, has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease. By reducing your carb intake, you can improve your heart health and reduce your risk of heart disease.
  4. Increased Energy Levels: Carbs provide energy to the body, but consuming too many can cause spikes in blood sugar levels, leading to fatigue and decreased energy levels. Reducing your carb intake can help regulate your energy levels and improve your overall health.
  5. Improved Mental Health: High carb diets have been linked to mood swings, depression, and anxiety. Reducing your carb intake can help regulate your mood and improve your mental health.

Reducing your carb intake doesn’t mean cutting them out entirely, but rather finding a balance that works for you and your body. By incorporating a healthy balance of carbs, protein, and fats into your diet, you can improve your overall health and wellness. Consult with a healthcare professional before making any dietary changes to ensure that it is safe and suitable for your individual needs.

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Disclaimer #2 all above are true, and, you will still survive without the carbs.

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Exercise to lose weight?

To burn 1kg of body fat, you need to burn about 7700 calories. So, let’s look at the chart below, and take running (which is 9min for 100 calories) for example.

You need to run about 700 mins (more than 10 hours) to burn 1kg of body fat. That’s insane!

Luckily there is a better way. Fasting.

There is a so called ‘basal metabolic rate’ in our body, as in, the calories that our body need to use to supply the basic functions, such as breathing, heart beat, digestion, thinking, detoxification, blood pressure control, etc.

Such calories can easily range from 1500 – 2500, it’s like more than 2 hours of running. So, without exercise, and of course with fasting, you could easily burn off those extra body fat from your body.

1kg within 3-4 days just with water only.

That is why, intermittent fasting is so effective on losing weight.

Use the calculator below to calculate your ‘basal metabolic rate’

https://www.verywellfit.com/how-many-calories-do-i-burn-every-day-3495464
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Low Carb Side Effects

Weight Loss on a empty plate

Similar with other popular diet, such as keto diet, carnivore diet; Low carb simply increase the intake of protein and fat, and reduce the carb intake as much as possible. Just eat more meat.

There are quite many side effects from above diets, which we shared quite a few testimonials

  • Significant weight loss
  • Shopping spree on new pants and dresses (also belt)
  • Unbelievable energy level last for whole day
  • Higher sex drive
  • No longer crave for food whole day
  • Crystal clear mind for all day long

Not many people believe that they will have those side effects after ditching the carb food. Even for me in few years ago.

Just give it a try for 1-3 months, you will surely see some results.

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Testimonial: Diet Heal #3

https://twitter.com/SBakerMD/status/1388614277746020353
https://twitter.com/Brian04663582/status/1387198129666134021
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Testimonial: Diet Heal #2

Continued from our last post on the “diet heal”, let’s see another wave of real stories

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Testimonial: Diet Heal #1

Weight Loss on a empty plate

Hope by sharing more testimonials from the public tweet, you guys would love it, and embrace a health lifestyle!

And all these are true stories. Be it low carb diet, keto diet, carnivore diet; they do help.

https://twitter.com/PDG_1980/status/1379380742803849216?s=20
https://twitter.com/StockingerAnna/status/1371531739785465866?s=20
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Fasting: Before and After

Our dear parents might be one or tow of the people surrounding us that not taking our advices seriously.

Before and after

Take example, ask them not to take porridge (or congee) for the breakfast or in the event of falling sick, they just won’t listen to it. Another example, ask them not to eat the rice at all, it’s like going to take their life.

Well, luckily my father kind follow the advice at once. He lost over 20kg over 1 year of time. And he maintains below 70 (from over 90) for years.

He previously already ditched the carbs for about 1 year, later on he skipped the breakfast entirely, until now. Once in a while, he practice one meal a day as well.

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Lose weight in 3 easy steps

To resonate below tweet, there are actually 3 easy steps to follow in order to lose the extra weight (or simply FAT I would say) in your body.

  1. Cut the carbs
  2. Eat more meats
  3. Cut 1-2 meals (fasting!)

Cut the carbs actually solve the craving issue. Carbohydrate kind of messing with your mind, and hence making you to eat more carbs. Therefore, it must be eliminated! That’s why many people like the ice cream so much!

All these are carbs: Rice, noodles, biscuit, bread, cake, ice cream, bun, potato, pizza.

Ok, next, eat more meats, they are filling/satiating and rich with protein and fat. Ever heard about essential amino acid and fatty acid? Yes they are from protein and fat.

You got it right, there is no essential carbohydrate!

Last, do fasting. Our body indeed need some good rest everyday. Food digestion is too tiring. Let our body rest and do any cell fixing while we are fasting.

The straight forward way? Skip the breakfast first. It is intermittent fasting.

Easy to follow above 3 steps, right? Let’s do it.