Short Summary
This episode is all about the ketogenic diet. Here we discuss the good, the bad and if it's right for you. You'll learn what a ketogenic diet actually looks like, types of keto diets, and signs you're probably in ketosis. You'll also learn the pros like weight loss and enhanced mental clarity and the cons like risk of kidney stones and worsened hypothyroidism.

For professional Inquiries contact - Jessica Dogert, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist jessdogert@gmail.com; or Marisa Moon, Certified Primal Health Coach marisa@marisamoon.com

Disclaimer: Consult with your doctor or functional medicine practitioner before trying any of the remedies or protocols mentioned in this episode. Jessica Dogert and Marisa Moon are not physicians or medical practitioners. This information and recording is for informational and educational purposes only.

Points of Discussion:
What exactly is the keto diet?
What a ketogenic diet actually looks like.
Foods to limit and avoid on a keto diet.
Variations of a Keto diet
- standard
- targeted
- cyclical
Signs you're in ketosis
- reduced hunger
- keto breath
- weight loss
Benefits of a keto diet
- It leads to quick weight loss
- It enhances mental clarity
- It reduces insulin and inflammation
- It optimizes HDL cholesterol levels
Negative effects of a keto diet
- It leads to deficiency in important micronutrients
- It can worsen hypothyroidism
- It can lead to osteopenia
- It can cause kidney stones
++ It's difficult to follow long-term!
The Primal Blueprint Carbohydrate Curve and the Keto-Rest by Mark Sission
Max Lugavere, author of Genius Foods, and the right way to get in the keto zone

Takeaway:
Ultimately, when it comes to deciding if a diet will work for you, here's the best advice: All of the best diets involve eating whole foods as opposed to packaged and processed, and filling 3/4 your plate with veggies, 1/4 your plate with quality sources of protein, and of course a serving of healthy fats. So, as long as you stick to these ratios you’ll see results and learn more about what makes you feel the best.

Intro/Exit Music - Ukulele Whistle by Scott Holmes