Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

Is cereal bad for you? Let’s talk about it. If you had to choose between consuming cereal or the box it came in, my assumption would be that the box is a healthier choice. There was a recall on certain cereals a few years ago because of a problem with the boxes that could possibly create temporary nausea and diarrhea in some people. But, even so, the cereal inside of the box is more concerning. Cereal is promoted as being healthy, yet it’s an ultra-processed food with added sugar. It also contains grains and synthetic vitamins. Not only that, but companies have made outrageous claims regarding their cereal brands. There is even a loophole allowing companies to add maltodextrin or corn syrup to the cereal and list them as carbohydrates, even though they behave like sugars. While they may say you could experience various health consequences if you stop consuming cereal, I believe the only consequence would be a healthier body. The healthiest breakfast food for kids is actually eggs. Ditch cereal and learn more about the health benefits of eggs in my other videos.

Today I’m going to share a simple DIY allergy test. This is primarily for food allergies that you can't quite determine. During an allergic reaction, your pulse increases. A pulse oximeter is a great tool to help you check your pulse easily, but you can also check your pulse using your wrist or carotid artery. How to do a DIY allergy test: 1. Check and record your pulse rate: • In the morning, before getting out of bed • Before eating • 30 minutes after eating • 30 minutes after that • 30 minutes after that • Before bed 2. Record what you ate next to your pulse rate Typically, you could have an allergy if there is a difference between the low and high pulse rates above 16 points. The pulse rate also needs to be above 84. If you react to a meal, use this test over a few days, eliminating foods one at a time to help you isolate which ingredient is causing a problem. DATA: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj

Today I’m going to cover the best tests for low stomach acid and what to do for a deficiency in stomach acid. The best tests for a stomach acid deficiency: 1. Riddler’s gastric acid reflux point test Press on your rib cage one inch below your breastbone and one inch to the left. If the area is tender, you may lack stomach acid. 2. The baking soda test Dissolve 1/4 tsp. of baking soda in eight ounces of water and drink it in the morning before eating. If you don’t have enough acid in your stomach, you may start burping within one to five minutes. 3. The betaine hydrochloride test Take one betaine hydrochloride supplement before eating, and add more with each meal. If you have low stomach acid, your symptoms will be relieved. Symptoms of low stomach acid (low hydrochloric acid): • Indigestion • Gas • Bloating • Acid reflux • GERD Another common problem people experience as they age is called atrophic gastritis. Symptoms of atrophic gastritis: • Mucosal atrophy • Low hydrochloric acid • Low B12 or folate • Low iron • Intolerance of red meat • Indigestion • Gas • Cognitive decline • Brittle nails • Restless legs • Thinning hair • Acid reflux • Muscle cramps or muscle twitches • Rosacea • Bad breath Common causes of atrophic gastritis: 1. H. pylori What to do: • Consume sulforaphane 2. Low hydrochloric acid What to do: • Take betaine hydrochloride • Take methylcobalamin and methylfolate In some cases, you may need to fix the inflammation in your gut before you increase your stomach acid. You can do this by consuming cabbage juice, wheatgrass juice powder with water, zinc, and probiotics. It’s also important to get on a Healthy Keto® diet.

Today we’re going to talk about how certain skin conditions can help you identify if someone has diabetes. High blood glucose affects the skin both directly and indirectly. Insulin, a hormone that helps lower glucose, can also affect the skin. When you have high blood glucose, you’ll typically also have high insulin and insulin resistance, at least in the beginning. Skin conditions that can be related to high insulin: 1. Acanthosis nigricans 2. Skin tags 3. Digital sclerosis 4. Acne 5. Baker’s cysts Skin conditions that can be related to high blood sugar: 1. Petechiae and purpura 2. Gangrene 3. Ulcers in the legs or feet 4. Swollen red eyelids The best remedies for skin conditions related to diabetes: • Get on the Healthy Keto® diet • Do intermittent fasting • Consume one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar mixed in water a few times a day • Take berberine DATA: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5336429/ https://ojs.library.queensu.ca https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2410097/

Hormone therapy vs. glandular therapy: This is what you need to know. DATA: https://www.sciencedirect.com

Zinc is essential for a healthy body. So, it’s important to be aware of these zinc deficiency symptoms. Learn more.

Carrots can do more for your health than you might think. Learn more about the interesting benefits of carrots. DATA: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6156046/ https://www.cabi.org/nutrition/news/12956 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles https://www.hindawi.com/journals/omcl/2018/3153527/

Learn more about the benefits of lemons and the top mistakes people make when consuming lemon water.

Increasing oxygen in your cells could potentially help with various conditions, from anxiety to respiratory problems. Learn how to do it! CO2 Tolerance: Why It’s Important and 9 Ways to Increase Yours DATA: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov https://www.irishtimes.com

Can you guess the #1 vitamin deficiency behind vertigo? DATA: https://link.springer.com https://vitamindwiki.com https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23096068/

I’m embarrassed I didn’t know about this sooner. Here’s what you need to know about GRAS.

Metabolic syndrome may be a protective mechanism. Let me explain. DATA: https://tidsskriftet.no https://www.ahajournals.org https://ajcn.nutrition.org/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com

Learn more about psoriasis and check out this natural remedy for psoriasis that I haven’t covered before. DATA: https://patents.google.com/patent/US5217962A/en https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11121904/

Discover the interesting benefits of nose breathing, especially while sleeping and exercising. DATA: https://www.irishtimes.com

I feel so much better when I drink carbonated water vs. regular water, and I think I know why. Check this out! DATA: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18949492/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32633896/