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The Popularity vs. Efficacy of Ketogenic Diets
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20:37 - 29:56 (09:18)

The effectiveness of a ketogenic diet varies from person to person and it is not always the best option as it can have negative impacts on some people's health. Studies that claim to be about ketogenic diets are often actually studies on low carbohydrate diets, and it's important to understand the difference.

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Berberine is a vegetable extract that is a natural mimicker of metformin in activating AMP kinase, thereby suppressing hepatic glucose output, maintaining lower levels of insulin, and lowering levels of IGF-1.
20:37 - 22:32 (01:54)
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Berberine, Metformin, AMP kinase, PCSK9, Health
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Berberine is a vegetable extract that is a natural mimicker of metformin in activating AMP kinase, thereby suppressing hepatic glucose output, maintaining lower levels of insulin, and lowering levels of IGF-1. It is an effective supplement to monitor whether an individual is an overexpress for PCSK9 or not.

Chapter
The Popularity vs. Efficacy of Ketogenic Diets
Episode
Ep 65: Supplements, Blood Tests, and Near-Death Experiences (Dr. Peter Attia)
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker discusses the benefits and drawbacks of following a ketogenic diet, noting that while some studies show positive results, it may not be the best long-term option for everyone.
22:34 - 29:56 (07:22)
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ketogenic diet
Summary

The speaker discusses the benefits and drawbacks of following a ketogenic diet, noting that while some studies show positive results, it may not be the best long-term option for everyone.

Chapter
The Popularity vs. Efficacy of Ketogenic Diets
Episode
Ep 65: Supplements, Blood Tests, and Near-Death Experiences (Dr. Peter Attia)
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show