I’ve been helping my daughter studying for her nutrition class in nursing school. I am completely flabbergasted at the outdated nutrition advice she is being tested on! They are literally keeping people sick.
Its no accident that ppl are being fed a diet of Processed Food that makes them ill . In 2008 the US spent 14 billion dollars on statins .....Just one medication for just one year !!!!!. Its really no accident when there is astronomical profits being made by Food Industry and Big Pharma. Nestle ,for example, produce sugary foods in some of their Factories ,and Insulin for diabetes in others.
i began studying to qualify as a support worker for the aging until my brain joined all the dots and i realized that dementia was likely to be a complication from long term untreated diabetic response. i also realized that i was on a t2 diabetes trajectory. when we hit the nutrition section of the "education" and the treatment of those who no longer had the ability to feed themselves, or masticate, and i found out what you MUST feed them (because to do otherwise would be against the law and actually considered criminal) i realized it was further signing their death certificate in carbs and sugars. i was so shocked i could not in good faith participate. friends and family still think i'm crazy. anyhow
Oh my Goodness! I need to watch this 5 more times. This is so important for me because I need to transition for the last half of my journey toward maintenance! Many of my questions were answered. The best part is I know deep in my heart I have been right about so many things. I didn't give up because I have been the one living this unhealthy life. I'm the one who been miserable for so many years. Once a doctor said to me "I do not know how you get out of bed." Just like everyone else I have been lied to & cheated out of my hard-earned money. My desperation to find a truly healthy life has finally allowed me to see a light at the end of a hope-filled tunnel! Thank you 2kk, Dr. Cywes, Dr. Berry, Nurse Neisha, Keto Savage & Lady Savage from the bottom of my Healthy Heart!
Just had my labs done and number outcomes close to you guys. I learned a ton with the clear explanations of each number. Of course my Dr. Wants to put me right back on a statin with my overall cholesteral number of 409. I refused. I have never felt better. 50 lbs lighter, off Bp meds, cholesteral meds, A1C down to 5.3 eating low carb/ketovore
Wow that was a LOT! I'm definitely going to have to listen again to start to process all that info. Thank you for not editing this down to sound bites--I really appreciate the longer video.
How blessed are we that we have this amazing doctor who takes his time to teach us about improving our health! He gives back always 10 times more! Awesome video!
I am 63 years old, had bariatric surgery, gastric bypass, in 2007. I was at almost 300 pounds then, had lost 5% of my weight in order to have the surgery. I lost about 90 lbs. afterward, was told to stop eating white breads, white rice, regular pasta and to change to brown breads, brown rice, and whole grain pasta. Needless to say I gained most of that weight back. I was never told, in all the support group meetings I had to attend before and afterward, to eat low carb. I now have a form of hypoglycemia as a result of the surgery also. I started Keto in September 2020, I was back up to 269 lbs, am now down to 187, my lowest weight thus far in more than 40 years, no more blood pressure meds which I was on since a teenager. Thanks to Keto way of eating I now don't have any episodes of hypoglycemia either!!
@@cindydemanche3839 I know ...., in just 21/2 weeks I'm down about 10 lbs , and my lack of appetite/cravings is something I did not know was possible. Have you heard of "Fat Adaption" ?, whereby Insulin is decreases after 4-6 weeks ?.Did this happen for you ?
I also had bariatric surgery in 2008 lost down to 200 from 325. Am now keto after gaining back up to 232. Holding at 200 right now . Going to go more carnivore starting january 1st. 2023. My labs are all good hdl 77, ldl 77 triglycerides 110, total cholesterol 177. Only on 1/ 2 blood pressure meds since bp was 100 / 56 . As of late since on that dose my bp is 117 / 76. Will see what happens next few weeks there may be able to get off of bp all together. Also taking 1/ 2 does of cholesterol meds will see if I can discontinue that also see dr. Again in april. I do have to take thyroid meds for life since thyroid removed 2004 for thyroid cancer. Also my glucose runs about 80 to 97 usually in a.m and 2 hours after eating in the 120 's. In 2008 when I had bariatric surgery they came in my room 2 days in a row n gave me insulin injections. I asked them what the shots were . The nurse said insulin. I said insulin . ??? She said you didnt know you were diabetic and I said no. Never have had a problem since then. Not on any diabetic meds.
Wow, we are fearfully and wonderfully made. What an amazing interview (consultation). I learned a lot but will need to re-watch and take notes to grasp the knowledge.
This is one of the best, informative videos I've ever seen. Dr. Cywes is one of the best and you guys are great for interviewing the smartest and the best. Thank you! Stay strong and healthy, my friends!
This was the best explanation of reading bloodwork results I’ve ever seen. Finally, I “get it” about LDL being a delivery system. Thanks so much for sharing this, love you guys! ❤️
Yes, it really is helpful. My LDLs were very high on my last fasting blood test, which of course the doctor is concerned about, but all the other numbers were great. I am very thankful for the free information available on the internet and I am not concerned about the high LDL numbers because I understand why.
OMWord I learned so much, going to watch again, I wrote so fast my wrist hurt, I'm still in the losing phase need to lose another 70+ pounds, but was so happy to know the lab values and what to work for, I still have problems at times with emotional eating but a work in progress, tyty for this video , it really is life changing
OMG! The knowledge bombs he dropped here were phenomenal!!! I'm going to watch it again with my husband and take notes!!! Rachel, we are metabolic twins! And now I understand the biochemistry behind the very, very low insulin and the high LDL and HDL. Not an hour after listening to this, I had a phone appointment with my doc re: my recent lipid panel. In a nutshell, she wanted me to go on a plant based protein diet because plant proteins are more easily digested and bioavailable, and recommended I watch the evidence based documentary Game Changers to support the switch from keto to plant based. I was apoplectic. I have been adding carbs (50g/day) back in after learning about Dave Feldman's recent publication and reading about the case studies in which high LDL was reversed in LMHR with a modest increase in carbs. Totally consistent with what Dr. Cywes was saying. Thank you and blessings on you two for bringing intelligent and thoughtful content to the public. I choose animal based protein...all.day.long. :)
He’s my doctor - I found him here on RU-vid about a year ago, started seeing his dietitian first and then have had three appointments with him so far. He’s amazing! He definitely will tell you how it is! Lol. He seriously saved my life
Good question. I'm in Louisiana and wonder about the benefits of an online visit. And because I'm on a Medicare HMO plan, it would be out of pocket...but my health is worth it!
I FINALLY learned the reason for my 93 fasting glucose after 2 years on this journey, and that it is a GOOD thing!! I was becoming obsessed with the number even though I knew I was eating correctly. Thank you so much for sharing this!
I took statin research from Dr. Berry's and took the packet to my Nurse Practioner and ask that she pass it on to her son the doctor. Now she just prints him a copy. She says she is learning something new with every visit. Even asked her to check out Dr Berry's youtube network,
Just wow so much information! I've been hearing so many things I get overwhelmed and confused (IF, omad,AD, carnivore...) He makes sense that as you get adapted you need to change, going from a beginner to a veteran
I cannot understand why everybody hasn't hit the LIKE button on this video! Wow, wow, wow! The hour and 45 minute video felt like half an hour! Thank you so much for doing this!
Also, Rachel and Joe thank you for sharing the personal information. You both are heroes to me for this very private Information. It helps more than you know
This was so helpful! I have been keto for a year and my insulin and C-peptides have dropped so low I was worried that I was a type 1 diabetic, almost exactly like Rachel. This has given me answers to why and more importantly, what to do to correct it. Thank you!!
this was such an eye opener. Been questioning long term carnivore and at the same time I have never felt better in my entire life and haven't wanted to change anything. so now I understand where changes can occur and they are all within my realm of feeling great. Thank you so much for putting the taping of this interview for all of us to see and hear. I love liver and eat it at least once a week so that will be a part of my healthy carb increase.
Also, the three categories are interesting. Insulin resistant, insulin sensitive, and insulin suppressed. I've heard him allude to this concept in other videos, but this is the first time I've really understood what he was saying about carnivore veterans. Thank you for being so open with your numbers because it really helped me understand "the story" he was telling about insulin suppression using Rachel's lab work.
Fascinating about that insulin bump needing to happen twice a day. I think I was in the mindset that lower numbers are always the best. Great interview. I am looking forward to seeing how you adapt this guidance!
You need insulin to open gated channels in certain cells. This was where he was talking about those brain cells and the innervation of nerve cells in the digestive tract. It is also important in the conversion of t4 to t3. Beyond that the body has gated channels that require insulin in order to transport nutrients and minerals in and out of cells.I would go further and say from fat adaptation on we need to have a slight amount of carbs or invoke a saphylic insulin reaction to bump a small insulin spike.
This interview was the most informative that I've heard in a long time! I learned so much that I didn't know , like how leaner protein promotes an insulin response but when fat is added ; not so much. Great show guys! I saved this one!
I found it so interesting to hear about wanting to have that insulin spike in the morning. I have been testing sugar in the mornings and been frustrated because of having my highest number in the morning. And wanting that number to be much lower. Somehow I thought the dawn thing was what we had because we were damaged. I didn't think it was something that everyone should have, and that if our insulin is too low all the time we would actually want to trigger it. Very interesting. I'll probably need to watch that a few more times.
I thought exactly the same! That we should strives to have a low blood sugar all the time. I’m relieved to know that my morning blood sugar of 100 is normal and beneficial! I didn’t realize though the we should also elevate it in the afternoon. #foodforthought
Maybe 100 in the morning is ok... but mine is typically over 130! I wish he'd have talked more about the reason and remedy for ultra high A.M. glucose reading.
This was great! Rachel, Dr. Cywes' take on your numbers helped me understand my own situation. I had a lipid panel that showed similar numbers to yours and my insulin was 1.6. I know what to do now! Thanks so much for sharing, 2KK and Dr. Cywes!
Lots of great info. When I started out doing keto 4 years ago. I remember thinking if sugar causes insulin resistance would eating so much fat and using ketones cause ketone or fat resistance. Finally an answer! All about balance! I think about how well intentioned folks got it wrong with the standard American diet and was afraid of well intentioned folks recommending keto and also getting it wrong and causing other problems. Again it’s all about balance. Thanks for sharing your consultation with Dr Cywes. It answered a lot of my questions.
Yes, it’s all about balance, but remember, first you have to heal. What he was saying is we are beyond the healing stage, so now we have to balance to keep it
@@2krazyketos exactly. As a pharmacist I monitor people for the effectiveness of medications and adjust dosages based on how the person is doing. Dr Westman says the ketogenic diet that he prescribes is like prescription strength. So looking at a prescription from a pharmacist’s perspective the goals and status of the person needs to be evaluated and adjusted accordingly. I have been concerned about folks who don’t adjust their diet once they hit their goals. You guys have been so helpful to so many folks. I see how you have adjusted your diet over the years. Again. Thanks for sharing this important information
That was amazing! There was so much information that I couldn't take it all in. The main standout for me was insulin suppression, which I'd never heard of, and the fact that, once you have healed insulin resistance, you need to safely trigger an insulin response. I still have some way to go in the therapeutic phase, but have saved this video so that I can come back to it when it is time to move on to the next stage. Thank you so much, Joe and Rachel, for sharing your consultation online. It was educational and inspiring. I shall be beating you to 100 Joe, but I do have quite a head start!
I took detailed notes while watching this. This was incredibly informative. I appreciate you having Dr. Cywes on, and I I appreciate him taking the time to go into such depth to inform us.
What an informative video!! I’m blown away and even more motivated on my health journey. It was initially for weight loss but now it’s definitely for life for me. Thanks so much for doing this!! Dr. Cywes has such great information 💝
The question has always been-this is hard but will it work? Here is you answer, YES!!! Congratulations to both of you! You are shining examples of why we all just need to keep trying!! All the love!!
This video was fantastic!! I have an appt with Dr. Cywes in March 2023 and I'm looking forward to it even more now. I might have to re-watch this a few times; so much good information!
WoW!!! That was a Great interview with Dr. Cywes. So much good information, I could have listened for another hour. Congratulations to you both for reaching your own bliss point (the amount of protein, carbs and fat) your body's longed for in the way of Good Health. You've reached your own personal Sweet Spot. You both are so inspiring to me and the 2kk family. Keep being the role models you've become. Yes, not perfect but Awesome teachers for us to glean from. YEAH!!! 2KK 🤗
Loved this interview. The whole needing to have insulin response twice a day was new to me. Definitely going to watch some of Dr Cywes videos. As always thank you for making content available.
I had an accident in February 2022 I was doing Atkins for 20 years fell off the wagon got a smoothie maker after drinking fruit and vegetable smoothies every day I physically collapsed obviously I was prediabetic my blood pressure was high. After doing The BBBE challenge blood pressure reducing and my belly fat reducing. I Found Dr Berry and your selves you have immensely helped me thank you. The hospital food was terrible low fat low salt high carb high grain. My body was screaming out for fat and meat and offal couldn't wait to get home and restart the PHD and keto diet or rather way of life. Hospital wants to do blood pressure tablets and statins which I refuse.
As I get older I feel like time and time again I continue to learn everything in moderation. I used spend 3 hours in the gym from my 20s to mid 40’s and pretty much wrecked my back from the impact. This video is another testament that a switch maybe needed and it’s not all or nothing. Thank you for this amazingly informative video and sharing your journey with us!! Dr Cyes is amazing in the details he provides so we can learn. You two are the coolest keto people I know. Here’s to avocados, tomatoes or lean protein for breakfast.,
How empowering! I watched this again after getting my most recent labs done (3 month follow-up). I've gained more here than sitting with my various docs treating me for RA, Type 2 diabetes and other illnesses. What concise insight to better address my health issues and move forward with hope and confidence. Massive thanks for sharing your time and energy at no charge, Dr. Cywes! Joe and Rachel, extra hugs for bravely diving into your numbers. I'm still at the therapeutic stage, but this was quite compelling.
Thanks so much for this interview and video! I watched the whole thing and took notes but I know I will refer back to it again. I've been strict Keto for 3 yrs and have lost 76 lbs with 5 more to go. I'm taking it one day at a time. :-)
Thanks you guys SOOO much for doing this video, sharing your "doctor visit" with us, no holds barred!! This was so much super important information. AND you guys got that awesome confirmation that you no longer need the "therapeutic WOE"!! YOU ARE HEALED! And lastly, thanks so much for doing the time segment thing; that makes it so much easier to go back to reference specific topics! YOU GUYS ARE SIMPLY AWESOME!
I am absolutely blown away by this doctor and his knowledge. I was riveted by the whole video and have increased my keto knowledge ten-fold. I took notes but I will be listening again and sharing with many. 2KK I love you❤️❤️❤️
What an amazing consultation! I’ve learned so much but right now my brain is in overload mode. 🤯 I do remember when Dr Cywes spoke about the brain & muscle connection with energy. How the brain controls where the energy goes & shuts down processes when it’s in need of “fuel”. Amazing! It was a lightbulb 💡 moment to realize WHY I’m so tired most times & feel “weak” most days. It’ll make me think about my own food choices & keto journey. I’m also interested in the “Dawn Effect” & to know what’s a normal morning blood sugar for a non diabetic. To know about spiking your sugar twice a day & it be NORMAL is another eye opener. We are always so concerned to get that sugar low; learning now it’s not healthy for it to be so low. I’m excited now to add some avocado 🥑 back into my food choices. Congratulations to you Joe & Rachel for achieving health! ✨ Of healing your body! What a relief it must be to get such great news! I’m with you Joe, I want to live to 💯….at least! 💥 And yes, I too appreciate the longer video. I watched it all the way through this morning as I was up by 6am. Dr Cywes is amazing! 💥 This video is worth a share. Getting this information out there is so important. Liked 👍🏼 & Shared ✅
Great talk! I love Robert Cywes, Dave Feldman, and Paul Mason. Their information is invaluable, and they can all describe it in a way that is easy to digest and and retain.
This was an awesome video. So much information & education. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. I never knew there was such a thing as insulin repression. Although it doesn't scare me because I'm still working to get to the insulin sensitive portion of the curve. I also never knew how LDL, HDL, & triglycerides worked in the body. I'm sure I was never told because most doctors don't know themselves, which is why they harp on individual values & not the whole story. You have made me a Dr. Cywes fan & I plan to go watch his videos on his channel as well. Thank you again.
WOW! I am blown away with the video AND I read ALL the comments. So informative! I will listen again to absorb it and try to figure out how to lose the last 20lbs that I have been stalled for 2 years and frustrated. Also still have HTN and want to heal that. Thanks for all you do to help us get healthy!
Fantastic video! So many things I didn’t know before and have been doing keto for 2.5 years! Will listen to this several more times to get info in and will probably do a telephone consult in the future. Thanks so much for this long video!
I would love to see a follow-up video on this topic! For example, how are you implementing his recommendations, do you feel any different after you changed your way of eating, and do you have a plan to follow up with new tests in a certain amount of weeks (or months?)
Thank you for sharing your interview with Dr. Cywes. I listen to his videos all the time, but this one blew me away on the amount of information I could actually use in my own life. I know the interview was for you, but I pulled my bloodwork which goes back to 2018 to compare and now I can see the changes and what they mean. It has taken me 3 years to reach a point in my lifestyle to see some results on the good side of the scale and know that trusting the process is working. I am a long way from finishing my journey but now I know where to start tweeking to get the rest of the fat off while still maintaining insulin response and becoming more insulin sensitive.
I LOVED this video! It was awesome learning about how the bloodwork gets inturrpeted. I will probably listen to this video many more times to glean what I haven't. Thank you for sharing this and for not cutting parts out. All this information is so very important. I have already shared this with one person and have a few more to send it to. Thank you!
I’m so glad Dr Cywes touched on sodium and how it relates to carnivore diet. We had just had a conversation at home about it and constipation and were trying to “troubleshoot” so although this was a discussion mainly aimed at Joe & Rachel it may help us too!
Sugar addiction is not easy to stop. I made myself. Started by giving up sugar. Then gave up most fruit, potato and corn products. Surgery was never an option for me, personally. I’ve followed a few people on RU-vid who have helped immensely. All the little things you need to know getting started and succeeding going keto or low carb.
That was a great discussion to post. I have followed Dr. Cywes for quite awhile as well as your channel. It was very helpful to hear the discussion of all of your lab results and the likely reasons for fluctuations in the values. There is so much information available to us about health issues and nutrition. It's a treasure trove, but hearing a personal evaluation was so informative! God bless!
This was brilliant! Great explanation on each point. Useful to hear difference between ways of eating to recover/get well and to stay well! Thanks for sharing your own labs, results and what they mean. So kind!
Yay! Rachel has a reason for morning guacamole. This was SUCH amazing information about understanding "what our numbers mean". Not just looking at the 2 or 3 that many docs look at and jumping right to a perscription. How many times did I rewind and listen a 2nd time, 3rd time, 4? I took tons of notes and feel better equiped with knowledge and the right questions, for my next doc. appt. Thank y'all so much for sharing yourselves this way and this great information.
Thank you so much for sharing this with us! Loved all the information Dr. Cywes imparted, especially about feeding children and those who have regained their metabolic health. I hope I can consult with him one day too. ^_^
This was very eye opening. The thing that stood out for me was when he talked about triggering insulin in the morning and later on in the day. And I don't have to fear milk?! I'm definitely thin now and in maintenance mode. I may need to adjust my mindset as well. Thank you for sharing this interview.
Probably one of my favorite videos! So in depth and informative. I’ve been on the struggle bus for a bit and with so much other information out there, it was nice to see a doctors perspective and confirmation that low carb is the way to go.
I have to agree, with the thousands of hours of researching low carb, be bridged a lot of things that make sense. One of the best outlooks on the natural human diet as related to labs.
Best ever video, you two. Truly. I love Dr. Cywes, but this was so informative to hear him explain his reasoning. I need to re-watch this vid with my own labs handy. I'm also past the therapeutic stage and have been transition to lower fat keto.
