026: Dr. Alexis Shields on Blood Tests: How to Use Them to Monitor Keto and Weight Loss

Summary: In this episode, Alexis talks about the using blood testing to monitor your Keto and your weight loss journey:<br> <br> * How she got started and why she focuses on blood test results<br> * Are there blood test results that indicate someone shouldn’t follow a Keto diet?<br> * Can your doctor order the correct tests or do you need a specialist?<br> * Which common tests are the best indicators of health?<br> * Which numbers should you look for on those results?<br> * Besides blood tests, what other tests does she recommend?<br> * Is it important to get blood work done if you’re trying to lose weight on Keto?<br> * Do people need to be worried about cholesterol when on keto?<br> * Where to find Alexis for more information