Chapter
The Risks and Benefits of Ketones as Fuel
39:36 - 48:00 (08:24)
Ketones can be dangerous for some people, especially for those with metabolically compromised cells, as it can make the cells hyper excitable and result in muscle spasms or heart arrhythmias. Studies have shown the importance of mitochondria and its functions in relation to ketones.
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The speaker discusses the critical role of mitochondria and mitochondrial dysfunction in various health conditions, such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and autoimmune diseases, as well as the potential therapeutic benefits of a ketogenic diet.
39:36 - 42:35 (02:59)
Mitochondria
Summary
The speaker discusses the critical role of mitochondria and mitochondrial dysfunction in various health conditions, such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and autoimmune diseases, as well as the potential therapeutic benefits of a ketogenic diet.
ChapterThe Risks and Benefits of Ketones as Fuel
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Administering ketones to cells that are in disrepair can be dangerous as it makes them hyper excitable, which can lead to things such as muscle spasms, chronic pain, heart arrhythmia, and, in some cases, anxiety attacks.
42:35 - 48:00 (05:25)
Ketones
Summary
Administering ketones to cells that are in disrepair can be dangerous as it makes them hyper excitable, which can lead to things such as muscle spasms, chronic pain, heart arrhythmia, and, in some cases, anxiety attacks.