What Are The 4 Body Types?: Dr.Berg Explains Different Body Types & Belly Fat

[@luv2travel2000]

*Thyroid* - iodine (weight gain all over) *Liver* - dark leafy greens (fluid issue) *Adrenal* - vitamin C reserve; cortisol situation (sagging belly); #1 reduce stress, #2 sleep, #3 eat protein, #4 potassium rich vegetables *Ovary* - eat certain cruciferous vegetables to help balance estrogen (weight in the lower body); estrogen dominant problem: eat hormone free dairy and meats

[@nicolii7321]

Just so you know, you don't need much cortisol in the body for it to affect your weight. In the adrenal body type, the adrenals communicate with the thyroid to shut down the thyroid. The adrenals communicate with the liver to overproduce fat. There's an overproduction of sugar as well. The body also takes protein from the legs and stores it as fat around the organs. Blood tests won't show you this. It's important to reduce stress and rest more. Laugh at the milk that your kids spilt on the floor and stay calm. Otherwise your body will become it's own fat making machine. Keep exercise light and easy. Same with diet.

[@Amblin80s]

I'm a strong believer in our health/weight being tied to hormones and our microbiome as opposed to the CICO model people cling to. You are the first doctor I've seen actually break down body type according to hormonal issues! Thank you so much for educating people on important, live-saving knowledge that other doctors are unable or unwilling to.

[@Florida-is-my-home]

I have Hashimoto’s but am an adrenal body type. I couldn’t lose any weight until I started taking Progesterone, doing intermittent fasting, and lowering my carbohydrate intake. I’ve lost about 15 lbs so far, but need to lose 20- 25 more. But now, I’m hopeful!!!!

[@Jessicanana89]

I really respect your knowledge on the Thyroid. I feel like a lot of doctors don't take it as a serious matter, and don't do much investigation beyond the initial levels found in a single blood test.

[@chal3t]

Agreed.

[@popeyethesailorman75]

Yes Exactly.. Most GPS will Dispense Medication on Assumptions. Im a combo of Liver & Thyroid Body Type as my Fat starts from the middle of my chest , love handles & a Pot Belly so im going to go with the Liver type diet & lower protein intake. My Thyroid is normal. My Mother has a definite Thyroid Body Type so Genetically i will too.

[@angelainscho6165]

I love that your videos are so packed with quality information yet they are quick and to the point. Thank you!

[@Drberg]

@Angela Inscho Hey, thanks!

[@DailyDose926]

In order for me to avoid stress I'd have to go hide under a rock & stay there.

[@MzPCollins]

Right lol

[@cobrafox8640]

Every lovely male in my life has caused me mounds of stress. Sounds like a hormone issue, testosterone?

[@libratude9595]

🪨😆🤣🤣

[@soupsgord]

Or a nice deep cave.

[@cristooreal7996]

Look up Allan Watts stress

[@kimberlyconner1439]

I'm definitely the adrenal body type! I have had a sagging belly since I had my baby 9 years ago! I also have PTSD from an abusive relationship. So, yes, lots of stress. Lots of long-term, sustained fight-or-flight response to everything in life.

[@bleulotus]

Girl same ! 😪

[@tarotgirl315]

Me too!

[@Rose_budd]

Same!

[@verystylishordinarypeople]

You are not alone

[@elizabethpeterson56]

hope the ptsd is better. from these replies i guess lots of folks have same issue. for myself i have come to recognize my responses learned during worse times are not relevant in new situations but are sometimes engaged and active despite me. learning to stop and breathe and take my time before responding has helped. kinda like choosing your action as opposed to an automatc reaction. not always easy but i am still practicing. be well.

[@nikkipuga899]

Hi Dr. Berg, i just wanted to say thank you . I am so grateful to find you, if I didn’t I never would have made changes for my health. My obgyn and dermatologist both suggested for me to go on birth control to control my acne breakouts. I’ve been on it for 7 years now. After watching your videos, I’ve learned why most of my weight goes to my waist down, because of the over production of estrogen in my system. Today, I’m making changes, and it’s going to take time but i hope to make the changes to be healthier for my own body

[@KARENK72886]

Thanks so so much. You are the best thing on KZbin. 1 million thanks.

[@becky9334]

Dr Berg this was 7yrs ago, you look so fresh and healthy now, your skin is amazing!! I’ve had skin issues for decades in my youth then started again in menopause but now I actually look glowing, I’ve been complemented so many times, never in a million years would I have ever expected someone to say that to me, I love all your videos and all the information you give, even though I can’t take it all in or remember everything but that’s the beauty of videos I just re watch 😅 So THANK YOU SO MUCH! X

[@rilukyu]

I don't normally leave these kind of comments, but I'm the Ovarian body type. Interestingly, I've known that my diet needs to be like that from my own conclusions and how my body reacts/builds fat from certain types of foods. I'm actually dumb-founded how accurate this is.

[@andreajasyl477]

Im the adrenal type, makes sense too because I lost my period for 3 months, which is when the corona started, so I obviously need to focus on stress

[@clairelennon7274]

Thank you. Dr Berg I have learnt more from you than I have from any doctors I’ve seen ! Keep up the great work 😊

[@Drberg]

I appreciate your comment! Glad to help!

[@maskedgirl9204]

Incredible! Thank you Doctor Berg for sharing these on KZbin. It helps me a lot, it gave me ideas about stuff. And even though I'm still thirteen years old at least I have ideas about Health and things about our body. I just watched some of your videos and I hope it will help me with my concern for my body.

[@thehomesteadinbloom]

These videos are so helpful. I wish I could speak with you about my health. I feel like I’m getting the run around and I need to get my health in order. Thank you for posting, I appreciate it so much!

[@Avysaurus]

Holy crap... Thank you for this. Adrenal mesomorph Amazon over here. I'm still a little confused but definitely ready to learn as much as possible. So thanks for sharing

[@shnydtayne]

Wow, the description of the first type is EXACTLY me! Everything about it describes me perfectly, from the stress problems and the salt and chocolate cravings to the feeling of needing more protein and vegetables! Thank you, Dr. Berg!! I'm a huge fan of your channel!

[@chihiroghibli3357]

Yes, exactly. For me it’s the chocolate.

[@flavorsofwisdom]

Thank you Dr. Berg for all the information you put out. It is greatly appreciated!!!!

[@gisellemills4950]

Thank you a lot for all these informations.

[@ambrenna]

I like when Dr Berg describes the fourth type, "a little pooch below the belly button" at 5:25. Wish he was my Dr.

[@TherealSakuraKei]

I'm crying; because... I realize now I grew up in a very stressful environment; and could never figure out why I was a chunky little lady o.o ~ I had to move back in with family during covid and gained all the weight I lost when I lived independently...... Oooooof all those years of bullying about my weight; when I ate good food and excercized a lot.... Can we talk about this more regularly as a globe? Stress is the #1 killer.... And the stress of self hate; is a really tough mental illness to escape from. Thanks for the advice ♡

[@verystylishordinarypeople]

Girl, I feel you on so many levels.

[@pauletteedin6629]

I cannot believe that I haven't come across your videos before! I have been sick for 9 years because of hypothyroidism and all I've ever been given is synthroid. Have never felt any better only worse. It has been like a snowball effect with health problems even removal of my gallbladder. Everything you are saying makes so much sense, not just this video, but especially the videos on hypothyroidism! My digestive problems, upper abdomen pain and shoulder pain and weight gain that I can't seem to do anything about. It never dawned on me before to check you tube for medical advice and I can't tell the doctors and specialists I've seen over the years and I have never heard any explanations such as yours. It's a shame because this disease has destroyed my life for the last 9 years. Because of your videos I now have some hope that I can get better. Thank you!

[@nangee2990]

Go to do DC like Dr. Berg. They can easily test you for adrenal, liver, etc issues. Regular MD's do not test for such things. They look at TSH levels for the most part and throw you on a drug. Diet plays a huge role in healing.

[@ummuanas8873]

Paulette Edin 5

[@deborahseanehia2891]

This actually helped me. Buh how do I deal with the stress

[@peacefulloveagain4124]

Thank you! Would you please consider doing a video on thin legged body types and possible medical issues associated? Thank you!

[@olivest509]

I have an adrenal belly over a potbelly. When I do keto, the potbelly disappears but the adrenal belly doesn't go anywhere. Thank you! Now I know how to deal with that!

[@louisasmiles]

Absolutely bang on with the thyroid one

[@jacig2083]

Very interesting and informative. Much appreciated and thank you for sharing Dr. Berg.

[@holisticartsound]

First few minutes and I got a goldmine of information I needed. Thanks you!

[@thaisplouvier5403]

1. Adrenal : stress related fat. Have pb with sleeping, stress responses, feeling calm, memory, salt & choclat cravings, sagging belly. Need to reduce stress, sleep, and eat protein with each meals & potassium 2. Thyroid : weight gained a bit everywhere. Solutions depends on the cause. 3. Liver : mainly in men (pot belly). Don't consume alcohol before going to sleep and don't eat too much protein. 4. Ovary type : fat in the hips and a little pooch on the belly button. It's an estrogen dominant case. Eat cruciferous veggies, avoid food raised with hormones.

[@mcross9697]

This knowledge is changing my life... thank you dr. Berg.

[@Drberg]

Glad to be of help!

[@ajl8615]

Dr Eric, I have already turned on full volume for my mobile phone, but your voice is still very low , can you please able to turn your volume higher while filming? Thanks very much for your thoughtfulness 🙏🙏

[@spydersmom1]

Aileen Lai same with my phone

[@chelle-hb6rs]

I agree this video is a lot quieter than others I also struggled to hear

[@chelle-hb6rs]

Still a very informative video and love watching all Dr berg videos

[@patois12]

I have trouble hearing his quiet voice too. And my phone volume works fine for most other sounds.

[@shaynelahmed6323]

Michelle Williams ...me 2, I struggled. I usually like his vids and his voice is usually perfect.. Not loud and hyper, but sincere and convincing.. This is on the very quiet side..

[@moniqueclarke8415]

Thank you. This video was very informative.

[@meriem8054]

Dr.Berg is the best

[@yeyesanchez1141]

Amazing Doctor..I love how you explain..👍👏

[@Jennifr1966]

I've been wondering, if you basically push to sleep right, drink enough water, eat 9 cups of veggies per day that includes 3 cups of kale, plus cut down on sugary drinks and dairy, will that be enough to overcome these body problems, regardless of which body type?

[@bncybll]

Ohh I'm definitely the ovary body type. Thanks for making this video, I didn't actually know it meant anything

[@railnjsander762]

Eric Berg hi doctor Eric can you please make more videos about the thyroid body type because that will really help a lot of people ...

[@greeneyedcelt4614]

Dr. Berg - my hubby and I love your videos. We started your adrenals program last week. I am down 6 pounds, and my husband about 4. He and I have both had tremendous stress... Loss of family members, jobs (both of us), etc. But even though my body shape is not estrogen type, I have some estrogen symptoms. (I have been on synthroid since 25 yrs old, (now 50)). I would like to heal my thyroid and get off of synthroid entirely. Any suggestions? I did watch some of your thyroid and estrogen videos also. Any tips appreciated! Thanks so much! :-) Thanks for all the information you share. VERY helpful!

[@aiswaryaanilkumar7989]

Need a video on hormonal belly

[@Meira750]

I was an adrenal type and carrying at least 30 lbs. of excess fat for the first time in my life. Being a Mediterranean, ,African, Middle Eastern female, I do have larger bones and muscles than my Euro counterparts but I was always lean. Nothing worked to lose the fat until I eliminated ALL dairy earlier this year. The fat just melted off and I now have better energy and flexibility than I have in years. I had always exercised but just couldn't carrying around that fat. I am 69 years old and am going to start some tai chi or qi gong tomorrow. I did have some liver inflammation over the last year and a half but I saw a Traditional Chinese doctor and she fine tuned my diet. I am yang deficient so need warming foods. She encouraged only cooked vegs and little fruit, nothing served chilled. This has helped and I think I've lost even more of the fat weight. I had some acupuncture and tui na massage to sort of jump start thd process. I have no major health issues common to my age, only some mild allergy treated asthma which has responded favorably to a move to the desert and improved housing (I'm not in the US). I have been able to reduce Advair to once a day, down from twice. I am not claiming the non-dairy route as a magic bullet to weight loss, but only to state that one single food type may be a problem and finding then eliminating it may work. btw I am fine with small quantities of gluten, but our flour here is different then in the US, unless you use organic.

[@Meira750]

I meant allergy INITIATED asthma

[@candy5742]

This is helpful information

[@ChooseU4ever]

Meira Yolanda Lettieri well done!

[@darlenemullis6105]

Meira Yolanda Lettieri yy

[@darlenemullis6105]

He's so soft spoken having trouble hearing him

[@007myproperty]

Wishing all Dr's had his wealth of knowledge, can't wait to stock his products in UK..

[@jlalo6776]

Dr. Berg, Is it possible to to have 2 body types? I feel like both the adrenal & thyroid fit me. I have symptoms of both. Fat all over & a sagging belly. I have poor sleeping habits, stressed out, my unbalanced hormones got my menstral bleeding going for months at a time & a lot of hairloss. I had started a strict low carb diet lost 35lbs but the sagging belly was still there. Disappointed, stressed out & depressed about how bad my hair loss has gotten I cheated on my diet & kept on cheating til I gained the weight back. *sighs* :(

[@verystylishordinarypeople]

Don't worry, you can do it.

[@DebbieBinMD]

I could have written this reply, right down to the number of pounds. I think we need to look at the recommendations for both and go from there. We can do this! Oh, I see it has been 3 years since you wrote this. I hope you have found what works for you and are well.

[@aliandra_x0x06]

I called and fired my primary doctor! Dr Eric berg YOUR HIRED!! lol oh what would I do without your knowledge!!

[@symphochestra]

Hi Dr. Berg, are these body types (u mentioned in the video) applicable to women only or does it apply for men also? I'm not sure if I'm able to identify my own body type based on this video. Any further inputs will be useful, in understanding this identification process. Thanks much in advance.

[@jyotipatel8098]

I have a better understanding now. Thank you ☺️

[@fithubotista]

years after years you look younger & healthier. Amazing doc!

[@mamabenzing5872]

I have hashimotos and all the symptoms of the thyroid type but I also have all the adrenal type symptoms. So should I go with the adrenal type diet cuz of the hashimotos?

[@dinadina-px9rr]

you are the best. im following you from switzerland 👍

[@Haldinyar]

Can do please do a chart with a male body type? I have had a very hard time figuring mine out, specifically I picked the wrong diet and I did not feel well.

[@jamesg4455]

great videos im a tomato and garlic guy the one thing about some of your videos is the volume its low for some reason

[@Jujuumobi]

So true about the volume cause I've been trying to increase my volume and realizing it's not down

[@TheOriginalZobo]

Dr Berg, would taking something like rhodiola rosea extract for adrenal stress/fatigue be suitable?

[@tbaanderson]

1:50 they're just big everywhere 😂

[@tarabarber1134]

Ashley Anderson I screamed when he said that 😂😂😂

[@arieslaru]

When I heard that part I went IMMEDIATELY to the comments because I knew someone said something about it 😂🤣

[@sherielmalaki1725]

Best doctor I know in my life.

[@christyassid8871]

Great information!

[@Drberg]

Thank you!

[@لنفسيالسلام]

Dr. Berg am studying medicine, and I hope get the same Spirit that u have, am very grateful for what u doing , and am a Muslim and this is what is our religion tell us to be , such great persons and honest like u , thank u , ma all respect to u , good luck and wish me 2

[@anenome6884]

I'm sharing your videos all over the internet!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@purpledreamcatcher64]

I have had my gall bladder removed. what should I eat? Would milk thistle help?

[@SRose-vp6ew]

I’m sure you found the answer by now but he has a lot of videos on this. Look up bile salts and gallbladder connected to Dr. Berg on KZbin

[@bettyboo1031]

You are so informative, clear, n rt to the point. Thank you Dr

[@VHPINC]

I was looking for your book on body types on Audible and cannot find it there so I am assuming that isn’t the route you took. Is there a specific video on the ovary body type that you have produced? Also, after menopause, does your estrogen level go down, yes, I think so but not totally sure now. So it seems that if you aren’t eating estrogen, rich foods after menopause you should lose that lower body fat easier but that doesn’t seem to be the case so I’m slightly confused about how to think about this. I have low vision issues so I cannot read your book and I’m hoping it might be available as an audiobook from your website? Thanks for all the great Contant. 6:06 6:06

[@ajplayz4973]

thank you for this information

[@christopherfrost4464]

Thank you Dr Berg you are very awesome.

[@lelolahi]

How do I know which type am I I feel am all of them 😞

[@IvanSanchez-mh9gu]

Does this apply for men also?

[@ragnarred5583]

that was really helpful. thank you

[@lisaoldwithsomanywhys5487]

How / what proper diet to fix problem?

[@nagunagu7590]

Dear sir I have watched lots of your videos that really useful for weight loss for beginners.

[@adalinekumar2717]

What do you recommend for women who are going through menopause?

[@nonat77]

Hi doc.. love..love..love all your videos!! But could you speak louder so i can hear you clearly.. most of the times i have to put the phone speaker near my ears.. that way i can hear you.. thanks doc for the great infos xxx

[@xeres8656]

Omg I'm the first one and he's so right I barely sleep and am stressed af from exams and medical issues

[@mohitrajkumarvashisth1542]

Thanks for the help doc

[@Drberg]

You're welcome!

[@kyrareneeLOA]

I needed to see this.

[@celestialfortuna9453]

Thanks for this amazing information. I will get your book via Amazon. thanks again

[@russlleno]

this is so on point. hormone belly - bec i work on graveyard shift. I do crave for salt and sweets and I cant take that belly out no matter how hard I diet. thanks Dr :)

[@TheGreta2400]

Awesome...thanks. Some new things to consider & try based on my body type (#1)

[@candysade]

If I take bile salts how do you take them? And when before breakfast? Or after? And then what time do I take the sea kelp and when do I take the cruciferous supplement? Cuz I need all 3

[@Listens2Spirits]

FINALLY the answer to why diets dont work and the 2 tips my fibro doctor did... Eat more protein and vegs/fruits for the fiber. Thank you for the info you've shared here.

[@nancyscofield4436]

What if you feel like a combination of these. How do you figure it out?

[@sugarkitty2008]

Adrenal. Which makes sense considering I have an anxiety disorder and have had a huge amount of stress over the years. Things aren't as stressful now, but I can't exactly stop the anxiety disorder. My heart beats >90 bpm at rest. I've been doing keto for a month now and and have noticeable fat loss to the face, legs and rib areas. Some inches lost on the belly, but it's still bigger than I would expect. Will it go down completely with this diet or do I need to meditate or something on top? I haven't had a flat belly my entire life and I would really like to achieve it.

[@fantasymmorpgroleplayer8871]

Okay, but how to we get the 4th body type? I don't want to know how to get better from it. I want to have it.

[@ambermartinez2616]

Is the keto diet o.k for the first body type?

[@froggieprincess675]

The Ovarian body type is the only one that really hits home for me, yet cruciferous plants hurt my stomach so badly it's agonizing. I can't eat any of them without getting painful bloating and gas that never passes, heart-burn and eventual constipation that lasts for days. I've tried to eat them for years but nothing ever changes and it's just getting more reactive. Not sure what to do at this point...

[@ChantelStays]

Hey Dr. .. I need your help if you have the time. I've been practicing IF (consistently... And third time at it) for about 5mos. .. combined with my plant based vegetarian diet and active lifestyle. (HIIT 3X/WK, dance, walk/hike every day, strength 4x/WK) In the last few years I sadly and surprisingly gained 60lbs, yes 60.. I'm leaning towards a bit of a metabolic or thyroid issue, but don't have a Dr. Anyways, I've lost 35lbs in 5 months 🎉 I've been alternating between OMAD, 16:8, and 36:12... With 1x a week higher carbohydrate meal. I'm only having one meal on any fasting day, it's between 1200-1500 calories, nutrient dense. I feel great, I can finally dance and jog again, my joints don't hurt as much and my migraines have reduced... BUT, as I'm losing weight from everywhere ... I'm NOT from my belly 😮😢 .. I have this massive belly pooch and often bloating combined to make it worse. I'm already on enzymes and probiotics and I've done a candida and parasite cleanse.. yet nothing seems to soothe the bloating or reduce the fat stores. It's your stereotypical "mom pooch" - upper abdominals and obliques are defining... But not the lower belly. Now I know this is common issues especially for women, but I'm working so hard and not matter what I look oversized. I'm only 5'1 with long legs, (my 12th rib almost touches my pelvic crest, so not a lot of space... I also have a history of PTSD from childhood trauma, in presuming raised cortisol, I'm taking ashwaganda, I've already been practicing meditation for 15+ years .. Can you suggest anything else? What am I doing wrong !? Will I ever succeed? Female, 36 years, 153lbs, 5'1 endo-meso, 2 live-natural pregnancies. (Level 2 pelvic prolapse-gyno refuses to fix it) never smoked... Havent had any alcohol for 15+, vegetarian most of my life but was very carbohydrate laden in the past.

[@claudia-vp1kd]

Hello Dr Berg.-Any advise for people with psycosis depressive problem?, my son has been diagnostic with it and I just wonder what can I do to help?, thank you.

[@nishpanksharma8492]

Great videos..

[@deborahhopper1070]

A great topic, my hormones are out of control and it really hard to lose weight, I really appreciate the way you explained everything thank you.

[@cydhall5203]

Now I know why I gained so much weight while I worked on the cruise team. Stressful even walking staying upright! And over worked myself plus stressful being away from family. So hard to lose the weight until started recently intermittent fasting. And no starches!

[@carmenhernandez4136]

The thyroid problem is no iodine in the body. i have problems with it but i started take iodine and my thyroid is fine and the hair loss is stopped. Im with you with the belly shapes and the reason. The stress damage alot

[@desireemouton1244]

Do you have a bile salt brand that you can recommend that has bovian capsules vs pork gel? Thanks for the videos. Very helpful.

[@koezkoez1939]

Dr Berg help please ,any suggestions for fixing a methadone and thyroid body?

[@mereiam]

Adrenal and liver body type, how do I combine them

[@inainoslo]

I have always had a flat stomach but in the last year I have been very stressed out causing me to have a bloated belly :(

[@iteedewanify]

I am the same. How is your belly now?

[@dlyteeats3868]

i changed over to a vegan. and i still have a faux pa... i even drink tea before and after a meal i even ride my bike 3 hrs a week sooo idk what to do

[@dlyteeats3868]

i also think fasting will work i can only fast for 3 days it is effective so i gotta step my fasting game up

[@foxxysoxxs]

@@dlyteeats3868 maybe too sugar?

[@dlyteeats3868]

@@foxxysoxxs i was always a sugar girl candy candy candy lol its been a year i eat fruit thats all the sugar i can do now haven't had a soda in 2 years.....sigh

[@arlenagreene1048]

Thank you doc..

[@tanska295]

"That belly" is called having 3 kids. 😂😂😂😂

[@HosCreates]

or it could be diastasis recti . there your stomach muscles separate because of because of babies .

[@Jennifr1966]

Being a dad doesn't count, lol

[@MyMomo17]

TheVegan Tanska my friend had 5 kids and walks with them daily and has never been overweight I think it’s her Mediterranean diet and exercise

[@sevensaturn5442]

Having 3 kids in itself can be very stressful

[@quinadakay76]

Ok girl that's my problem now 3 c sections did that

[@CaptainSoftboy501]

I'm subscribing and this is the first video I've seen lol i saw your channel and was like YES!! INFORMATION IVE BEEN LOOKING FOR X'D

[@nancysdesitwist5288]

Never ever anybody told me i have 2nd body type means thyroid and you are absolutely correct

[@caseyleigh714]

If I have belly fat due to adrenal issues and autoimmune like hypothyroidism how do I lose weight properly and do the keto diet?

[@annatobo9761]

I need help here, my body shape is Adrenal but I have Thyroid symptoms..which one do I go with Doc？Thank you for such deep information..

[@ACcruz13]

I am on thyroid meds, based on what you said what happens to my thyroid issues if I have no gall bladder? Is it causing me to keep gaining weight?

[@oumothmanesaid5334]

thank you so much Dr. eric for all ur precious informations your really help me a lot to change my life and loose weight , ur saving my life greetings from Morocco🌺🌸🌹🌼🌻

[@chetxchet]

“They’re just big everywhere”

[@Jessica-tz5cl]

Lmfaooo it's funny but that's me

[@09freshmoney]

I said the same thing

[@uniquediva7014]

That's the first thing I really heard 😂😂😂