REAL Reason You’re Not Losing Weight

Are you struggling with weight loss, or have you hit a plateau? Find out about the REAL reason you’re not losing weight.
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0:00 Introduction: Why am I not losing weight?
0:25 Insulin and weight loss
0:39 Hidden sugars
1:38 Seed oils, stress, and sleep
2:10 How can you lower insulin?
2:32 The real reason why you’re not losing weight
4:30 Natural weight loss solutions
5:20 The best fasting pattern for weight loss
5:56 Dry fasting
Today, I’m going to share some of the not-so-common reasons why you might be struggling to lose weight fast.
Insulin is at the heart of a slow metabolism. Ultra-processed foods like chips and Cheez-Its have 0 sugars but contain carbs with very little fiber. They also contain starches-strings of sugars connected together.
Starches act like sugar in the body, but worse! They are higher on the glycemic index, so they cause a higher blood sugar spike than sugar. Seed oils can also cause problems with insulin, affecting weight loss. Stress and lack of sleep can also affect weight loss.
So, how do you fix an insulin problem?
•Reduce sugar and starch consumption
•Stop snacking
•Exercise
•Get more sleep
It takes 24-48 hours to get into ketosis. If you have a glass of wine one night and then just one piece of bread the next, you are not going to be in ketosis.
Sometimes, your eating plan is working, and you just don’t know it yet. If your hunger is gone and your energy levels are high, your diet is working; you just need to give it more time.
Overtraining, poor sleep quality, and certain medications can also interfere with weight loss.
The following natural solutions can help reduce insulin and boost weight loss:
•Berberine
•Apple cider vinegar (ACV)-1 tablespoon in a glass of water
•Vitamin D-10,000 IU or a half hour of sunlight daily
•Healthy Keto diet with intermittent fasting
Once you’ve adjusted to a 16-hour fasting and 8-hour eating window, try switching to an 18-hour fasting window with a 6-hour eating window. You can even work up to 23 hours of fasting with a 1-hour eating window to boost weight loss.
Dry fasting can also speed up weight loss. Don’t eat or drink anything from sunrise to sunset for 12 hours of dry fasting.
Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 59, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.
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Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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Thanks for watching! I hope you find these weight loss tips helpful. I’ll see you in the next video.

[@fidelcatsro6948]

Sharing Dr Berg notes: Insulin is at the heart of a slow metabolism. Ultra-processed foods like chips and Cheez-Its have 0 sugars but contain carbs with very little fiber. They also contain starches-strings of sugars connected together. Starches act like sugar in the body, but worse! They are higher on the glycemic index, so they cause a higher blood sugar spike than sugar. Seed oils can also cause problems with insulin, affecting weight loss. Stress and lack of sleep can also affect weight loss. So, how do you fix an insulin problem? •Reduce sugar and starch consumption •Stop snacking •Exercise •Get more sleep It takes 24-48 hours to get into ketosis. If you have a glass of wine one night and then just one piece of bread the next, you are not going to be in ketosis. Sometimes, your eating plan is working, and you just don’t know it yet. If your hunger is gone and your energy levels are high, your diet is working; you just need to give it more time. Overtraining, poor sleep quality, and certain medications can also interfere with weight loss. The following natural solutions can help reduce insulin and boost weight loss: •Berberine •Apple cider vinegar (ACV)-1 tablespoon in a glass of water •Vitamin D-10,000 IU or a half hour of sunlight daily •Healthy Keto diet with intermittent fasting Once you’ve adjusted to a 16-hour fasting and 8-hour eating window, try switching to an 18-hour fasting window with a 6-hour eating window. You can even work up to 23 hours of fasting with a 1-hour eating window to boost weight loss. Dry fasting can also speed up weight loss. Don’t eat or drink anything from sunrise to sunset for 12 hours of dry fasting. Thank you Dr Berg! 😺👍

[@tjduff]

Just eliminate SEED OILS and watch the rest fall into place.

[@Diana-wk9qv]

Thank you for this!

[@jass412]

thank you fidel

[@TeeCee27]

Gonna screenshot this!! Thanks!

[@allbboss]

Let's be honest: corporations use ingredients that are illegal in other countries but in the US we blame the consumer.

[@janedough6575]

The consumer happily buys garbage and takes no responsibility for learning what they are consuming.

[@gigilamoore2656]

@@janedough6575 Tha'ts because it's normalized. I went overseas twice this year. The difference is astounding.

[@melindalancaster9648]

& we blame the other countries

[@mommabear5059]

@@gigilamoore2656 normalized by who? I grew up in a family where we were not allowed soda. Most of my friends drink soda because their family allowed it. I’m 57 now and still don’t drink soda. It’s not society, it is your personal choices.

[@gigilamoore2656]

@@mommabear5059 I'm 52 so I am from the generation where fast food was a rare treat, we ate at home and yeah we consumed soda and snacks. However, we were also outside all day. Your household and mine are not the arbiters of how most people grew up. Also, at the ripe old age of 57, you can't sit here and tell me that there aren't more chemicals in US food or that the food industries are in bed with politicians, the AMA, the ADA and every other "A". This bad food is pushed on us (remember the campaign that HFCS was ok?) and then we are pushed into healthcare "treatment" which never cures anything but keeps us reaching for more and more medications.

[@MsActor2009]

Stress will make it almost impossible to lose weight

[@zakyvids6566]

In some people it actually causes weight loss but yes you are correct

[@testdep]

my short story: my anxiety and stress levels got so bad, I seriously considered rehab. Nothing helped, inc meds, substances, etc. It lasted for almost 10 years. Then I tried int fasting (18+6), after 3 months my anxiety was GONE. Yes, I was hungry most of the time but at least I didn't have panic attacks every single day. I call it 'hunger enlightening' and I love the feeling. Now I'm about 2,5 yrs in been doing int fast but didn't lose weight until keto. I wasn't obese, but now I'm finally getting this athletic slim build I always wanted. And the serenity, ofc. That's the best part.

[@katiem4539]

That’s a good fall back excuse for people who aren’t losing weight.

[@Lighter.77]

Totally agreee..... Stress is so damaging and it makes u even more stressful when u realize how stressed u r....

[@MsActor2009]

Katiem, I thought so too, until I took a couple of weeks off work,. My weight dropped off without even really trying too hard. I think I was doing everything at a more relaxed pace instead of rushing around all the time and working out a lot.

[@C.N.1]

😂 Tell the truth! Some of y'all out there stopped losing weight once the haters started to persecute you, shame you, or try to force feed you Cheeze-It, Lucky Charms, processed bologna, etc., after they became jealous of your success! 💯 Keep up the good work! 💪

[@user-fd4ll5sv5s]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHS5mKKGj7epaLcsi=2HXAYCxo94N0ZRKK ....Does intermittent fasting break?

[@Drberg]

Yes, this can break your fast so take this close or during your meal time.

[@stefaniakonstantinidou981]

​@Drberg doesn't t eating less meals slow your metabolism?

[@rociomercado7211]

They call me crazy for not eating cake or drinking alcohol at a party 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@modickens1272]

​@@rociomercado7211said the same about me with cocaine, free basing, heroin and crystal meth. Office parties are a bummer

[@theinvisibleguests]

I’m 63, age 60 I was the heaviest I’ve ever been 5’ 2” and 151 lbs. I was sedentary and eating hostess Chocolate cupcakes and washing them down with Pepsi for my night time snack. I decided to go low carb then Keto I lost 15 lbs and have fluctuated between 135 and 140 for the last 4 years by keeping sugar to a bare minimum like (birthday cake) At home I use Monk fruit and will treat myself to a Pepsi Zero now and them. Anyhoo now I am on track to lose 5 more this morning I weighed in at 131.4 I’m doing intermittent fasting 16:8 and 18:8. Thank You Dr. Berg for all your help with my health journey. I could go on and on it’s been quite a ride.

[@JonnyParker-]

I would stay away from the aspartame also rebranded as asulphame k found in all the diet drinks. Worse for you than the normal sugar they put in by a long long way.

[@paulamugabi7320]

Try to quit the soda as well.

[@janedough6575]

One of the main problems is that the “sugar free “ items you showed in the beginning aren’t food. Things will improve when people learn the difference between food and not-food.

[@frankuzmic4305]

do you have interesting real life story what happend to you or someone you know? I am looking for interesting stories (they have to be real!) if you do send me story on email

[@mugimesh]

I think our good doctor just returned from island vacation 😊

[@iss8504]

Lol probably spent too much time in the cow pasture

[@sabarasouli9156]

While he was on diet...fasting.....

[@MindGymMeditations]

😂

[@denisej3]

He is worth millions, so can go any where he wants!!

[@newmennium]

😂

[@pedrozegarek6719]

The worse is alcohol. It's not just empty calories. It's very insulingenic.

[@kennethchartrand4251]

Totally agree with you. Issue is, as we grow older those couple glasses of Vino we tend to take for granted. You are right, if you take the Beer/Wine/spirits out of the equation. You will definitely see results much quicker.

[@tomsparks6099]

Yes. I stopped booze, lost 30 pounds and pretty much reversed my diabetes.

[@BeAlertAllTimes]

I’m a female mom and I also have low thyroid than you toss in menopause with the world is crazy. Inflation made me cut way back so that giving me tiny bit of hope , but it is stress and that is big factor for me . God bless everyone, don’t give up .

[@tryptamine-loopring-eth]

Happy 4th!

[@Drberg]

Thanks, same to you!

[@Mia_Malk]

Dr berg. How do you break a weight set point? I've been plateud at 200lb for over 3 years now. I've been full carnivore, got my health back and lost 70lb. I have about 45lb left to lose for my height (5ft6in) and the fat won't budge. I've tried everything. Nothing is working. This set point \

[@maddisonbythesea3015]

Do a 72 hour extended fast, water and electrolytes only.

[@nuriaollero9241]

I was in the same situation and I started including fasting periods until I was able to complete a 6 days fasting. That worked incredibly for me, I lost weight and it did not come back anymore. Also check if you have some kind of gut dysbiosis. Candida is usually behind some serious cases of not losing weight

[@Drberg]

Hi there. You can try keto on steroids: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnm7YqaKmc2bpqs

[@GregSkate100]

Do exercise that burns lots of calories while increasing your muscle mass (weightlifting is probably the best) which will increase your metabolism at rest therefore allowing your body to burn even more calories throughout the day. Also being in a slight caloric deficit at the same time will help

[@tinyshamrocks2172]

That means you’re eating too many calories even if it’s carnivore… too many calories will always keep weight on

[@scotttovey]

The worst prescription I heard of; A woman complained that a specific weight loss program didn't work and then let out that she was on an anti-depressant that caused weight gain. I told her that rather than blaming the program, she needed to blame the drug that causes weight gain and is defeating her efforts. I also told her that she needed to a different doctor. There is absolutely no logic in prescribing an anti-depressant that causes weight gain, to a patient that is depressed about not being able to lose weight. I am of the opinion that doing so; is medical malpractice.

[@Sincerelywendyy]

I agree!

[@danielastoica3354]

With all anti-depressants it's the same, there is no antidepressant without weight gain. The doctor has no solution, I changed 100 doctors and no solution found. Only one medication helped with weight gain, but produced hypertension.

[@scotttovey]

@@danielastoica3354 Years ago, my doctor gave me an anti-depressant. I took one pill one time and that was the last time I took it. The way that drug made me feel was a hundred fold worse than dealing with the depression. It was later that I noticed that when I did not take vitamin D3, I had more days when I was down than when I taking vitamin D3 so I made it a regular supplement in my diet. The first step a doctor should always take when dealing with a patient that has depression is make sure the patient is not suffering from nutritional deficiencies like vitamin D which does cause depression in people, or some other physical malady that can cause depression. Seasonal depression is a real thing, and if a person has a vitamin D deficiency year round, the depression is likely to be year round.

[@lonelyplanet2021]

They give antidepressants for everything. My aunt got it for knee problems - of course it ended up in trash.

[@scotttovey]

@@lonelyplanet2021 That indicates that the doctor, does not know his medications and what they are for.

[@mutantryeff]

It is going to be 115F for multiple days this week. Not drinking would be foolish.

[@SpamMouse]

Indeed, The Glymphatic System is much unknown by many people.

[@antjeschwarz7874]

... only if you don't get the message. Twelve hours are not as deadly as it seems. Pushing through the limits - as Dr Berg says - can amp up the body's survival and healing abilities. If dry fasting is not you thing simply star with water fasting.❤

[@TRADERJMF]

It’s not 115* everywhere this week… but where it is, most people will be inside with A/C on. So a 12H fast from 7pm to 7am is doable… even a 23hr isn’t going to be that hard (unless you have to work out in sun/heat). Anyway, no excuses, suck it up buttercup, try it before you dismiss it

[@markekar6021]

NEWS FLASH: the world has many different climates

[@HappilyCarnivore]

I've always been very thirsty. Less so in the three years since I went carnivore, but I still have water next to me at all times and naturally drink around a gallon each day. The idea of water fasting is just awful to me. Back in 2015 my severe thirst helped me to stop a 28-year heavy smoking habit. I went to the ER with my appendix around midnight. The surgeon came in and said he was waiting until morning to take it out. Sometime in the night it burst (I suspect while I was still in the ER) and by the time they opened me up I had gangrene and they had to take out a fourth of my colon. Because of the resection of my colon I couldn't have anything at all by mouth for days. Not even water. I was SO miserably thirsty that I forgot all about smoking. I didn't think about food either. My need for water was all consuming. I had tried to quit smoking multiple times and never made it past the fourth days. Well, it was six days before I was allowed water. It wasn't until I could drink again that I remembered to miss smoking. But realizing I had made it over that four-day hump I decided when I got home I was going to try and not smoke. I think it was important that I framed it that way to myself. I wasn't "quitting", I was just trying not to smoke. Even with that head start it was still very hard, and there were tears, but I did it. It also helped that I decided to quit coffee too, since in my head the two were so linked. If I had a smoke I needed coffee and vice versa. Anyway, yeah, I think I'll have to start small with the water fasting. Maybe one hour a day and then increase it an hour every week and see how it goes.

[@Smashingblouse]

Well done for the smoking. I have a fear of not being able to drink water from a few times I was in hospital and I couldn’t. It’s awful 😣🫶🏻

[@HappilyCarnivore]

@@Smashingblouse It really is.

[@Locked_in_with_DaQueen]

If you can do that, you can do anything. Mind over matter😊

[@ashleycnossen3157]

I never smoked but I agree, I had a very, very bad case of pancreatitis which ended in gallbladder removal. I was in there several days wasn't allowed to eat or drink - the thirst was unbearable.

[@frankuzmic4305]

do you have interesting real life story what happend to you or someone you know? I am looking for interesting stories (they have to be real!) if you do send me story on email

[@calholli]

Another big thing is not drinking enough water when you're water fasting. I did a 3 day fast that wasn't working as well as it usually does.. So later I did another and made sure to drink a full gallon of water each day and I was losing 3 lbs per day... for 6 days straight. It helps burn fat and it helps to flush the kidneys, which are filtering your sugar from the blood (at least the first couple days).. and it helps you poop well, since you're not eating, etc.. It's so beneficial to really take on a lot of water. and you can alternate that with dry fasting; which also has great benefits

[@mindydiaz9015]

When I do long term fasting I hardly get thirsty and hardly use the restroom. I lose 2 lbs a day when I do though. 3 would be even better though maybe I'll try to drink more water. Thanks for sharing!!

[@calholli]

@@mindydiaz9015 I'm almost 6ft and have fairly stocky muscles.. You probably won't get over your 2 lbs per day, just because of your size and muscle mass, etc. But 2 lbs per day still adds up quickly. Don't be afraid to fast for a whole week. You feel great doing it. Some people like dry fasting, but I hat3 it. I'd much rather load up on water and drink a LOT, than to do without.

[@frankuzmic4305]

do you have interesting real life story what happend to you or someone you know? I am looking for interesting stories (they have to be real!) if you do send me story on email

[@kelalamusic9258]

Intense exercise does you more harm than good. In my younger years I was a bodybuilder. The one phrase that bugged me more than anything, “no pain, no gain.” Absolute nonsense. I got more gains without the stiffness and soreness associated with overtraining. The body wasn’t designed to overworking it.

[@Kat-n-Ollie]

Great video! When I am really, really tired is when I go for sugar. So sleep is really important for me. I didn’t realize it takes so long to get into ketosis. Thank you! ❤

[@natashamcdaniel2846]

Thank you so so much for this especially the "how to know its working" bit. I do CrossFit so i was stuck in having a ton of carbs mode, but started keto a week ago and omg I'm amazed at my energy levels and hunger has gone away. I feel way better!!

[@lillbella100]

All the stuff you mentioned, i dont even eat anymore. Not even soft drinks. Work out 30 mins a day, trying to get my sleep better. Dont snack much, dont even eat bread much. I fast as well. I must be a different species, but this video says a lot so, taking it in. Mine maybe my sleep , i even do dry fasting 12 to 16 once to 3 times a week because i was doing it every day. Have not lost not 1 pound

[@annrhodes3544]

Sleep Apnea will defeat diet and cause weight gain. Get tested.

[@experimenthealthyketo83]

Some of his videos on how to break through a plateau may help.

[@frankuzmic4305]

do you have interesting real life story what happend to you or someone you know? I am looking for interesting stories (they have to be real!) if you do send me story on email

[@juanalvarez3507]

I was at 163.5 on 5/12/2024. I stopped drinking soda and coffee from Mon-Thursday. Then had a max of 2 sodas or coffee a day from Fri-Sun. I drank more water, had a juice mix of oranges, strawberry's, tomatoes in the morning instead of coffee. Had a lunch of homemade asada tacos. Then when I got back home, more juice and water until dinner. Dinner mainly consisted of either chicken, beans, beef and lettuce. I stopped eating fast food, and junk food. On 6/14/2024 I weighed 155.4, I lost 8.1 pounds in a month. Now, I have to get back into a healthy weight of 160-196 pounds.

[@SpamMouse]

Well done. 👍

[@frankuzmic4305]

do you have interesting real life story what happend to you or someone you know? I am looking for interesting stories (they have to be real!) if you do send me story on email

[@sistersin2010]

I’ve been doing keto since May 10, 2019, lost about 60 lbs, kept it off until about the last 8 months, I have had a lot of stress and haven’t been sleeping well consistently. I have gained about 8 pounds while still eating the same.

[@user-wd6rc8ox2m]

if you can take a walk morning and evening it may help...by lowering cortisol levels

[@annrhodes3544]

Sleep Apnea will defeat keto. Get tested.

[@experimenthealthyketo83]

Some of his videos on stress will help.

[@sistersin2010]

@@user-wd6rc8ox2m thanks

[@sistersin2010]

@@user-wd6rc8ox2m thanks

[@urnisi]

Replace a meal with watermelon everyday it burns fat quickly and strengthens gum tissue.

[@MandyMoo186]

Dr Berg you are ageing like a fine wine. Looking lovely and tanned too 🔥 Thank you for your knowledge, tips and support. You are helping the world. Keep up the great work 🙌🏽

[@jimgans8249]

I cannot overemphasize the immediate and incredible heath impact watching a Dr. Berg video (subject: keto) made in the quality of my life. Now six years later I can say it saved my life and likely added years to my life span. Thank you Dr. Berg.

[@EndlessTravels]

10 some years you've been around and it took just about those 10 years to upgrade your camera - But the information has Always been 8k quality. Respect Dr. Berg - I been around since the 1.5 million era I dno't use all your info but all that Keto talk has always been were you'll see me listening the most

[@deed3583]

Thank you for these quick simple tips

[@Drberg]

You are very welcome.

[@thepunisherxxx6804]

Thank you so much for your videos. They've truly been so helpful in me losing weight and feeling incredible.

[@Drberg]

Wonderful. Glad my videos helped you. Stay safe.

[@2Sugarbears]

Glorious tan. I personally have felt better in the last three years because I sit in the sun with no sunscreen.

[@Anonymous-ce5qb]

When you're hungry your body doesn't just need food it needs specific foods with the right nutrients. If u eat the right foods you will have less hunger.

[@nostalgia9800]

@Drberg Happy Independence Day to you, Karen and your family, Dr. Berg! Thank you for your excellent and invaluable work. Independence means freedom but we live in evil times and as we all know, your country is about to go through hard times, and so do the UK and Europe. I pray for you and all your family, may God always protect you and yours. (4 July 2024)

[@helpinyerdasellavon]

Amazing information. Love your humour and honesty, Dr Berg. Thank you ❤👍🏻

[@Drberg]

Appreciate your message, glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!

[@MindGymMeditations]

I would love to add something :) Having a dysregulated nervous system i crease cortisol and insuline and also stops you from losing weight especially around the mid section. You can release access cortisol and regulate the nervous system with somatic excercises

[@Smashingblouse]

How do you know if you have that? 🫶🏻

[@MindGymMeditations]

@@Smashingblouse You can go onto The Workout Witch KZbin page and there are lots of videos. Signs can range from not feeling like yourself, chronic pain, the way you sleep, like sleeping with T-Rex arms up under your chin. Eye twitching, hair loss, weight gain around stomach, moon face, feeling stuck in fight or flight/freeze mode. It's amazing the more you learn about it. So many of what I thought were my habits because my system was dysregulated for so long turned out to be symptoms 🤣🫠 For example lots of people that get diagnosed with ADHD actually just have a dysregulated nervous system it's just that can be healed through these simple excercises, so the medical field doesn't talk about it. I had a motorcycle accident/concussion which damaged my vagus nerve and that's what through mine off but it was years of my own research. The regular Doctors never mentioned anything.

[@MHLivestreams]

Ive had cortisol and adrenaline dumps over the years, and weighed next to nothing. I walk at least 10 miles per day, aged 54 am the same size as when I left school. I don't see how stress causes fat other than comfort eating and not exercising adaquately.

[@MindGymMeditations]

@@MHLivestreams Excess cortisol can go either way. It can make it hard to lose the weight or hard to keep it on. I'm like yourself where I weight trained all my life but once my cortisol went into overdrive my muscle mass started going away and making it hard to keep on. The weight gain is due to the access insulin from the cortisol

[@helenevion5948]

​@@SmashingblouseSome of Dr Berg's videos on cortisol, on specific weight situations answer this.

[@stevelanghorn1407]

Obesity has become a very worrying “pandemic” and clearly people need any support / advice that can help…but many people can’t put weight on and are struggling with chronic malnutrition issues, possibly due to malabsorbtion or auto-immune issues. This condition could do with a bit more attention perhaps?

[@No_Frills_Carnivore]

Dr berg. You should do more videos on the benefits of dry fasting. It is awesome.

[@SpamMouse]

Meanwhile: "The Glymphatic System"

[@Drberg]

Thanks for the suggestion, added to the list!

[@frankuzmic4305]

do you have interesting real life story what happend to you or someone you know? I am looking for interesting stories (they have to be real!) if you do send me story on email

[@Lighter.77]

I'm 19..... All my life I've suffered so much.... I don't lose weight.... No matter what I do... It's so slow.... I barely eat any junk food.... I'm suffering from the worst constipation of my life and nothing works for me.... I'm so sick now....

[@Sincerelywendyy]

Same here 😢

[@Tes7000]

If you are doing low carb, constipation can be an ongoing issue. Make sure you are drinking enough water, and you may also want to look into a fiber supplement. Occasional use of magnesium citrate may also be indicated. I am doing low carb plus omad plus the 5:2 plan, but more as 4:3, and constipation is an ongoing issue for me as well, but this is a problem I must solve. Dr. Berg actually has a brilliant video on this channel about how constipation can stall weight loss.

[@experimenthealthyketo83]

Some of his videos on constipation and on weight loss plateau may help.

[@Lighter.77]

@@Tes7000 yes I was trying low carb but I added lots of fibre and chia seeds, empty stomach olive oil and lemon, oats cereal and yet nothing is working for me anymore.... I even tried castor oil but it's been so many days since I last went.... Anyways I'll try the magnesium citrate supplement as u stated.... Best of luck on ur journey dear... Hope it'll be ok for u as well🫂

[@Lighter.77]

@@experimenthealthyketo83 i watched them... I tried everything except the supplement parts.... Anyways I'll try it now... Thankss🫂

[@marysh3840]

Perfect as always

[@Ken-rq9xr]

A year ago I decided enough pain. Started with Jinger fennel tea. Right away the pin's and needles in my feet went away. After that adjusted total diet. Trying everything Now at the weight I like and the numbness in my toes is gone. Your one of the doctors I learned to trust. Thanks allot 🤓😽🖖

[@danielwessel9884]

I'm slowly trying different things Dr. B suggests. I haven't seen much weight loss yet, but energy is up and cravings are down. Its nice to know that a little patience can go a long way.

[@helenevion5948]

Yes. Great. Some of Dr Berg's videos on weight loss plateauing may help further.

[@a13xdunlop]

It will come, I am 3 mths in and just starting to lose anything significant.

[@frankuzmic4305]

do you have interesting real life story what happend to you or someone you know? I am looking for interesting stories (they have to be real!) if you do send me story on email

[@1_John_2_27]

You know what's sad. Sometimes, there's a vitamin or mineral deficiency that causes folks to feel too exhausted to even do daily tasks. I should know, I used to have a daily routine of getting things done and still having energy to exercise. But little by little, my body started having a harder time getting things going, I was mad at myself like WTH! Is wrong with me! I wanted to get things done like before, but my body felt like it was aging so fast. A simple trip to the grocery store had me dragging arse. I would barely unload groceries and put them away before I had to literally fall to the ground from the exhaustion and try to take a nap. Sometimes my brain felt foggy. Other times, I couldn't remember basic words or slurred my words a bit.. It was making me depressed. So I went to the Dr with my complaint and they did labs, and i had low vitamin D. You know what the Dr said? "Oh it's not that low, just go outside and get some sun and exercise? Like seriously, I had to remind her "I'm not able to carry a simple task and you're telling me to just go outside and exercise?" Why didn't I think of that, you stupi*biatch, I thought to myself. She really did piss me the hell off. Then she said she would put me on high dose Vit D, so I did that for like 12 weeks. Did lab work again and only went up by 5 points. The Dr was like "did you take your weekly doses" I said, "of course, like clock work" So I was put on more Vitamin D.. year later, I was finally in the normal range, and doing all the things I had stopped doing, my mind even got sharper. If you're on Medi-cal because you're low income, don't let the Drs treat you like you don't matter.

[@Sincerelywendyy]

Clapppping for u we have to advocate and something be pushy with these doctors. I’ve been dealing w so much for years and they ignore all of my symptoms

[@1_John_2_27]

@@Sincerelywendyy ❤️

[@frankuzmic4305]

do you have interesting real life story what happend to you or someone you know? I am looking for interesting stories (they have to be real!) if you do send me story on email

[@Xag2011]

I had done the keto diet in 2013 I was weightlifting playing basketball after workout and eating 4-5 300-400 calorie small meals a day every 3 hours I was 315 when I started I played as a nosguard on our football team but I ended up losing 105 pounds by the end of that school year and all that muscle hiding under the fat flew out of it i was 6ft2 210 pound running back physique when I was done.. the glory days are gone now I’m a mere mortal too many injuries had happened since then.. he is right your insulin levels need to be low no sugar at all straight water and salmon with salad my go to mini meals or your going to waste your progress you need to be committed but I did have a cheat meal 1 time every week or 2 and it worked for me so I know it will work for you too! Don’t give up

[@sparker]

I'm sitting in the hospital writing this after surgery to remove my gallbladder. On Tuesday night, my gallbladder became inflamed (cholecystitis) due to gallstones (cholelithiasis) that blocked the ducts, leading to severe pain and infection. It was the most pain I've ever experienced in my life (and I've passed two kidney stones before). Dr. Berg, I’ve enjoyed your content, and the keto diet has helped me lose 25 pounds and counting this year. However, I now have concerns about my diet moving forward. The gallbladder’s primary function is to store bile produced by the liver and release it into the small intestine to aid in fat digestion. Living without a gallbladder means that bile will flow directly from my liver into my small intestine. The doctor here recommends a low-fat, bland diet, which means less meat (especially fatty meat) and no spicy foods-two of my favorites. I’m interested in your feedback on what I experienced and how to best move forward with my diet. Thank you.

[@kyodiru321]

I read your comment and just want to say that I had the surgery and if you don't know it already digestive enzymes will help you a lot 👍

[@YvesSnowsurf]

I’m 2 months in OMAD. No added sugar, no soft drinks, no sweets, mostly vegetarian, low carb. Have rarely lost 1 kg. 😮

[@miltonbates6425]

There's your answer: Vegetarian is a terrible diet. Go carnivore (only high-fat beef and salt). That is the optimal human diet.

[@UCONN_HUSKIES]

Are you doing exactly what Dr. Berg is telling us in his videos because it's working great for me??

[@GreatWhite7]

@@UCONN_HUSKIES or just anything?

[@YvesSnowsurf]

@@UCONN_HUSKIES I follow him for some years now and studied what he is teaching us. I feel better with this eating schedule, sleep well but don’t lose weight. I wonder if I should try 16:8

[@Veronica-tn2xc]

​@@YvesSnowsurfThat's really strange.

[@a.williams10]

Thank you, Dr Berg. Great content.

[@Drberg]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@daibakudaibaku8635]

dry fasting is much easier than water fasting

[@SpamMouse]

The Glymphatic System enters the chat.

[@advex4428]

Yes, because the body uses water to produce stomach acid. If you don't drink, it holds back from producing that. That's short term. But water fasting for weeks on end is easier than dry fasting, because you are still alive.

[@ladannuri4702]

​@advex4428 not really dry fasting doesn't mean you don't eat. Muslims dry fast for 30 days each year. They don't drink or eat when the sun comes out until when the sun sets. They break their fast with water and a date. You won't die when you dry fast.

[@christinearmington]

Good point 🤦‍♀️

[@Drberg]

Glad you find it easy to do. Stay safe and healthy!

[@dirty5141]

I have a fasting insulin of 4.4 uIU/ml. So i am very insulin sensitive. I still struggle with weight gain if i am not careful. With great power (insulin sensitivity) comes great responsibility. You will store fat easier as well if you overeat. It's a double-edged sword.

[@Tes7000]

I am sure I haven't seen a fasting insulin like that in decades. My fasting insulin is usually about 33, more than seven times yours. Yes, you do put on fat easier from overeating, but you also burn it easier. I would take that over having to fight for every pound. I am a pretty big guy -- 6 ft tall, husky build, and over 300 lbs, yet my maintenance and weight loss calories are not proportionally higher than a normal-size man.

[@nostalgia9800]

Happy Independence Day to everyone here and to all Americans! We live in evil times and your country is about to go through hard times, but so do the UK and Europe. May God protect you all. (4 July 2024)

[@user-yb7kh7uy1j]

Thank you Dr berg

[@deusvlad2.083]

I agree with Dr Berg 100% in 900,000 of his videos. I am the pnnacle of human mind perception and knowledge. Dr Berg speaks for every smart, and knowledgeable human filled with wisdom, and intellect. Good job Dr B, keep going another 60 years!

[@KROWNCHAKRA]

Great info thx doc

[@Drberg]

Veery welcome, thanks for watching!

[@Drberg]

Thank you kindly!

[@3rd_EYE_MegaMind]

Inferior ingredients in a lot of today's food products, you must READ labels. Stay hydrated. Move (take a walk) after your meals. No snacks after dinner. Breakfast like a King Lunch like a Prince Dinner like a Pauper Cayenne supplement will amp up your metabolism. Stay committed. Stay Golden!

[@user-lb6dh4xd9p]

Thank you for your sharing this ❤❤❤

[@Drberg]

You're welcome!

[@thuywu2304]

Thankful dr Berg. I am deeply grateful your information and response

[@Drberg]

That's great to hear, thank you!

[@frankuzmic4305]

do you have interesting real life story what happend to you or someone you know? I am looking for interesting stories (they have to be real!) if you do send me story on email

[@DD-ee2nv]

If you live in a hot dry climate like the desert, you cannot dry fast during the summer months when it is 110 degrees. You can quickly dehydrate quickly and collapse.🎉

[@experimenthealthyketo83]

He doesn’t say to not drink if you are thirsty.

[@theblakex]

@@experimenthealthyketo83 He literally says don't eat OR drink for 12-24 hours

[@MarioL.Ram1]

Im going to have this video on replay for all of july.

[@frankuzmic4305]

do you have interesting real life story what happend to you or someone you know? I am looking for interesting stories (they have to be real!) if you do send me story on email

[@ebbensela]

It’s like you reading my mind, just what I needed Thank you my Dr

[@Drberg]

Most welcome!

[@Grace.Victorious]

Thank you, this one was helpful. Last year I went strict healthy keto with IF and maintained it for 8 months. Lost 60 pounds. My birthday came and I broke it, one celebration meal only, it was planned in advance but even though i went right back onto the program, my weight stalled right there. That was ten months ago and even though I keep trying, my weight has remained stalled in that exact same place. (Two or three pound fluctuations only over the year, and right back to that same weight marker). Time for a reboot, I know how to maintain now, but I want to lose 80 pounds more.

[@Drberg]

Very glad this was helpful, wishing you all success on your health journey!

[@madelenealvarez]

Great video 🎉🎉thank you

[@Drberg]

Glad you liked it!

[@sarahshahid9295]

Thank you for this video. God bless ❤

[@Drberg]

Happy that you found it useful!

[@frankuzmic4305]

do you have interesting real life story what happend to you or someone you know? I am looking for interesting stories (they have to be real!) if you do send me story on email

[@PowerTree-007]

It's close to 100 degrees around here. We workout lifting heavy weights 4 days a week and walking outside everyday. There's no way I could survive a water fast for any length of time.

[@sandrasatterfield4432]

Your videos have helped me so much

[@Drberg]

That's great to hear, thank you!

[@user-yb7kh7uy1j]

This is great info!!!!

[@Drberg]

Glad it helps!

[@briank8697]

Can you do a show on the benefits of ruck marching, like how the Army and the USMC do it?

[@louiserobinson6186]

Thanks Doc

[@Drberg]

Very welcome!

[@vivvoveo384]

Love the new look !

[@Drberg]

Appreciated, thanks for watching!

[@Noonecares3203]

I do IF and Keto. I eat one meal a day no snacking. I eat nearly the same things as well and I am not losing weight. I have 2 jobs that have me on my feet all day, no sitting. I am exhausted and tired, gynecologist took me off all HRT and I am gaining weight and not sleeping. I have always been 106-110. In one year’s time I am now 129 and hate myself.

[@danielastoica3354]

Stress is killing you. At least divorce, you'll have one stress less

[@TRADERJMF]

The Dry Fasting is interesting - have been reading more about it (Phoenix Protocol, etc). I have tried doing it for the 12 & 24hrs you mentioned and it was pretty easy for me (probably because I do IF & OMAD frequently). But going without the Coffee in the morning was hard for me!

[@Drberg]

Good job with your fasting. Keep it up!

[@midnightspares]

Dr. Berg, do you have a video on stomach bloating & when food is being digested, a type of bubbling feel is felt during digestion & a slower time of digestion with plenty of gas out the backside? Thank you in advance if you have read my comment. ❤️

[@Smashingblouse]

@@midnightspares aww that’s a lovely thing to say 🥰

[@Drberg]

Here you go: www.youtube.com/@Drberg/search?query=bloating

[@midnightspares]

@@Drberg Thank you so much Dr. Berg. God Bless.

[@fullspectrumdominanc]

My wife was eating porridge with blueberries and protein powder for breakfast and loosing no weight she switched to meat for breakfast and fasting she’s dropping 1 KG a week.

[@Drberg]

Great to know, thanks for sharing!

[@frankuzmic4305]

do you have interesting real life story what happend to you or someone you know? I am looking for interesting stories (they have to be real!) if you do send me story on email

[@-.Steven]

This is great information! Great advice! Thanks Doctor Berg! A doctor once told me to take my MEDS: M. Manage Stess E. Exercise D. Diet S. Sleep 😄

[@a.williams10]

Love your sarcastic humour, Dr Berg 💜🎉

[@Drberg]

Appreciated, glad you enjoyed it!

[@selfcareandhygiene]

Please 🙏 make a video on how to help the body use more of the already absorbed protein in order to reduce waste to the barest minimum.

[@Drberg]

Hi there. Thank you for the video suggestion. Have a nice day!

[@StrawberrySoul77]

Thank you Dr. Berg! 👍🏻

[@Drberg]

Very welcome, glad it helps!

[@bellathuy127]

Thank you so much Dr.Berg..🌹❤️

[@Drberg]

You're absolutely welcome!

[@LauraLooo88]

I'm eating unhealthy, and stressed by something I can't change that also disrupts my sleep 😵‍💫 I really need to make changes that I'm in control of.

[@SpamMouse]

There are some things in all our lives that we have no control over so perhaps identify those that you can control and manage them to free up your ability to deal with stress for those that you can't. Exercise in the hours prior to sleep might clear the mind and ease the transition to more quality sleep. Good luck with your quest Laura. 👍

[@Joey-ql7zw]

I was craving chips today 😋 I remembered the sea salt video. I think I was low on sodium. I have to re-watch it.

[@fidelcatsro6948]

Chips was a great drama from the 70s 😂

[@susana2358]

Craving chips because of sodium😂😂😂😂 You are my hero 😂😂

[@frankuzmic4305]

do you have interesting real life story what happend to you or someone you know? I am looking for interesting stories (they have to be real!) if you do send me story on email

[@MiaSonoma]

That’s such a drag about the starches because that’s of what’s used a lot for gluten free bread and non dairy cheese ☹️ Thanks for the reality check 😮

[@dgqm1]

I will definitely try your dry fast. Thanks to you I lost 42lb. I been stuck at current weight of 35lb. My goal is to lose another 10 to 15bls. I will add that weight training is so important so you don’t end up with loose skin or too much of it. Also taking your supplements. Thank you a million.

[@Drberg]

Congratulations for your achievements. Love to know more about your journey. Please share your story with me 👉 www.drberg.com/add-client-success-story

[@helenevion5948]

Fantastic 🎉

[@helenevion5948]

Some of his videos on skin and loose skin may help.

[@ROXELL]

Very useful info! I’m working on having less carbs and sugar.I’ve grown accustomed to not having any snacks now.

[@Drberg]

Very well done on your progress, keep going!

[@ROXELL]

@@Drberg Thank you so much Doctor! You’re the most knowledgeable and helpful doctor alongside naturopathic doctors I’ve met ❤️

[@frankuzmic4305]

do you have interesting real life story what happend to you or someone you know? I am looking for interesting stories (they have to be real!) if you do send me story on email

[@Nobubu2c]

Thanks doc

[@Drberg]

Anytime!

[@PracticalHealthbyFaisal]

Dr Eric Berg Your recommendation to dry fasting is actual what we muslims do in the whole month of Ramadan. It is from the sunrise to sunset. Our Prophet Muhammad PBUH used to fast (so called dry fasting) every Mondays and Thursdays. My personal experience: I have been following 16:8 pattern and infact it really help me loosing weight BUT the affect of fasting on Mondays and Thursdays i.e 2 days fasting (so called dry fast) weekly has really significant result in fat buring than 16:8 pattern. Thank you so much for all the information you shared to us and educate us.

[@Drberg]

Thanks for the kind message, very glad is helping. Keep up the good work!

[@SpamMouse]

Dear Dr Berg, I like the details you have researched and relay in your videos but I do feel some people only take away part of the detail and when I read their comments they seem to have misunderstood the whole message. A prime example is the importance of quality and restorative sleep, a much underestimated process, yet so many are suggesting they will forgo a daytime-dry-fast and simply not drink prior to sleep because duration of non-drinking is the same, it's not the same thing. Perhaps underlining the points that you correctly stated here with a look at some of the recent studies published in the past ten year (I've been reading them over the past month) on The Glymphatic System and our natural brain-washing nocturnal maintenance cycle. The key word in this video was "occasional" 24 hour dry-fast. Thank you for your studies and videos. 👍

[@Drberg]

Appreciate your input. Thanks for watching, keep up the good work!

[@kareemahmed7028]

thank you dr.

[@Drberg]

Very welcome!

[@skaterandrew]

Question: What’s a good strategy to lose belly fat without losing or gaining muscle mass at the same time? Following several videos: To lose weight: I’m 34, was 77.4kg, good shape but want to lose belly fat. For 2 weeks, no alcohol only water, and very little sugar and carbs. Lost 1.5kg in 2 weeks. Problem: I’m losing overall weight fast (the scale says and friends), but belly is too slow to go down and also, even though I eat once a day (2-3pm) lots of protein and vegetables and water only I feel I’m getting smaller in muscle mass. Also I have about 90gr/day of whey protein (I know it has sugar), but it did helped a lot to gain muscle mass in last 4 months. Am I actually on the right path? I thought I’d lose weight slowly as I also gained muscle mass, but I don’t want to go very skinny. Videos are the best out there btw

[@gaitreeferguson3012]

Dr. Berg you are a good example of health conscious. Thanks for sharing. Years back when I was working I only eat very early in the morning and never eat or drink anything until late afternoon and I did not have any ideas that it was dry fasting.

[@Drberg]

Glad it is helpful, thanks for your message!

[@margmorano2101]

I haven’t slept a night for anymore than 4 hours of solid sleep in over 30 years, and I am not tired during the day, I read somewhere that some people can have a gene where they don’t require much sleep, not sure if it’s true or not. But very frustrating just laying there, and sometimes I just want to sleep! And end up taking sleeping meds unfortunately.

[@helenevion5948]

Some of his videos on sleep should help without drugs.

[@citris1]

You've got to be pretty motivated to go without water. Thirst is a very strong demand.

[@experimenthealthyketo83]

Drink if you are thirsty of course. You may want to watch this video again as well as his earlier videos on dry fasting or on how to fast correctly.

[@persiagil1488]

Not for me, I don't drinl water that much, maybe that's why I remajn skinny evem if I always eat. Or maybe it's just a body type.

[@user-jp4me5yr6u]

I lost 27 pounds once I began sleeping better and am not stressed out like I used to.

[@tjduff]

Sort of...But the REAL culprit is SEED OILS. Canola oil (which was called Rapeseed oil before they whitewashed the name), Soybean oil, Cottonseed oil, Safflower oil, Sunflower oil, and even most "olive oil" (because nearly all oils labeled olive oil now are cut with soybean oil, or rapeseed oil, or similar) are the main reason for fat gain. Combine those with excess carbohydrate and you have a recipe for weight gain. Eliminate ALL seed oils and only use butter, tallow, lard, and occasionally a fruit oil (coconut, palm, or REAL olive oil) and just watch how much easier it is to cut fat and maintain a healthy weight. It may take several months though, because those seed oils persist in the body for months or years.

[@fnma21]

We have organic olive oil in Cyprus, thank Goodness.

[@Veldoril]

Based.

[@thixuanlevu9694]

❤🙏 Thanks alot dr Berg.

[@Drberg]

Appreciate your message, you are welcome!

[@pault9544]

For me I plateud at 205 lbs with intermittent fasting. I had to start exercising daily (jogging, lifting weights) to see more weight loss. I couldn’t lose more without exercise.

[@sheejajustin9768]

Thankyou Sir🙏

[@Drberg]

Very welcome!

[@tomsparks6099]

Thank you Eric -- I hope you aren't having to dodge your opponents -- and I will always promote your education to others. As a follower of Dr. Berg for years, I can attest that I have a much more discerning outlook on the Western food industry.

[@Drberg]

Appreciate your message and support. Keep doing great!

[@DJllysergic]

Idk if you’ll see this comment but I came from 3 different videos where you say “and if your interested about that, check out this video.” It really does work

[@johnnick3]

Only time my keto test strips showed ketosis in months was after eating salmon 2 days in a row. Ate grass finished beef next day and tested negative. I do everything else exactly as taught.

[@Drberg]

Hi there. Maybe you ate too much meat? That can also spike your insulin.

[@thedobermans]

I was looking into supplementing with lavender for stress, etc. Do you think lavender is effective? I didn't see a video with your thoughts about lavender.

[@pjprevite3021]

Good morning Dr berg! I'm hearing never take a supplement with B6. . Could cause toxicity.... Any way u could do a video on this at some point? Thanks for all your help

[@Robin-mj6jv]

Dr bergs vitamin d has soo much B6. I haven't gotten an answer about that.

[@Drberg]

Vitamin B6 is important to support a healthy body. Typically, there are no side effects of taking vitamin B6 if you take less than 200 mg daily. If you take too much vitamin B6, you could experience toxicity effects. However, you would have to consume over 1000 mg of vitamin B6 per day to cause any issues. Check out this video for more information: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4THgI2hr8SYsLc

[@alicesinners1060]

Do you have any vitamin or diet recommendations for PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance)?

[@helenevion5948]

Some of his videos on specific symptoms may help.

[@Drberg]

I'll add that to my video suggestion list.

[@m.b8909]

Dr Berg, kindly upload some videos which shed a light into healthy foods for kids.. are high carb foods bad for kids as well?? Thank you for contributing your knowledge and helping the whole world through your channel... 🙂

[@Drberg]

Thanks for your question! Check out these videos on kids health: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKDSnqZ4ord6mMk kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqq9Y6yabNuVqqs kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJSlY59qrNiaeqs

[@helenevion5948]

Yes. He's made quite a few videos on children health /nutrition.

[@QueenLadySummer329]

Dr. Berg, have you ever covered Asthma and inhibitors or inhalers? Specifically your thoughts on Breyna?

[@Drberg]

Hi there. You can check out my videos here on Asthma: www.youtube.com/@Drberg/search?query=asthma

[@QueenLadySummer329]

@@Drberg Thank you!!!

[@annpringle8219]

I Fast 18 to 22 hours a day. I believe in drinking water in between to move waste in the body. Not just pooph old waste in the body. It's summer ☀️ time right now! People can go without food for days BUT you need water to also keep the body cool and to keep from dehydration. Also try to do more fruits and vegetables and less meats while losing weight. Exercise even if it's just walking. The body needs water because your body loses fluids it's summer time.

[@Drberg]

Thanks for sharing!

[@SpamMouse]

In the Northern Hemisphere. 🌏

[@drketoslenderman]

Before keto, my blood sugars were like a diabetic. I actually lost too much weight on keto! It's all about keeping your carbs low and appetite low by adding more healthy fats.