Ketone Production

This episode of the CarbSmart Podcast, hosted by Dana Carpender, explores the ketogenic diet—a low-carb, high-fat diet that aims to trigger ketosis in the body. Dana discusses the scientific principles behind ketosis, shares practical advice for adopting a keto lifestyle, and addresses common myths. Listeners will gain insight from Dana's personal experiences and professional knowledge, gaining tools to make informed dietary choices.

Stop Alzheimer’s Now! Second Edition. Dr. Fife has long extolled the beneficial properties of coconut oil in his many books. His latest work is a well-researched, easy-to-understand explanation of the causes of neurodegenerative diseases and how nutritional therapy, including coconut oil can help reverse them. It’s a great read!

Third Edition, Fully Updated and Expanded. This is a firsthand account of Dr. Newport’s efforts to help her husband Steve who suffers from early-onset Alzheimer’s Disease. Their remarkable story is one of many testimonials to the effectiveness of coconut oil as a treatment for dementia. The book also contains great discussions of the science behind ketone therapy, and best of all, wonderful recipes!

What is a keto diet? “Keto” has been the diet buzzword for the past five years or so, and with good reason – a ketogenic diet delivers. Most people who “go keto” lose weight while experiencing increased energy and reduced hunger.

The production of ketones, when consuming less than about 50 grams of carbs daily, has been a major criticism of the diet since the publication of his first book Dr. Atkins’ Diet Revolution in 1972. The medical community, assisted by the media, continues to be in the forefront of furthering inaccurate info about this natural process of utilizing ketones to fuel the body. It is time to set the record straight.

How Ketogenic Diets Help Fight Dementia: The Ketone Connection by Vicki Cash RN. We all expect a low-carb diet to help us lose weight, improve blood pressure, blood sugar and our overall sense of well-being. What one might not expect is that changing what we eat could very well spare our brains from the ravages of dementia.