WHAT IS YOUR CARB THRESHOLD? - DR. ERIC WESTMAN

[@stevec3872]

A year into keto, I've never counted calories but then I never counted carbs either. I knew how much was in the food I ate & just ball-parked it. It must have been ok because I lost 40 pounds, got off 4 bp meds, turned around a severe fatty liver as well as severe coronary calcification. So I'd call how I did keto for me a success.

[@cindyerbil2154]

Sounds great. I’ve been keto for 3 years. I found out I have a high calcium score. Happened before keto. How did you find out you had reversed your calcium? Thanks for any info on this.

[@lorettadillon-ham1574]

@@cindyerbil2154 if I may provide a response in the absence of one from Steve C. You will need to repeat the same examinations that disclosed your calcium score the first time. That is a CACS [coronary artery calcification score] and it helps to have a CIMT [Carotid Íntima Media Thickness] though not available everywhere is my information (depends on country and doctor) done as well. Dr Ford Brewer speaks about these tests often on his channel. It is worth having a listen, he has an extensive background in teaching other doctors and now out of retirement to teach us how to have agency over our own health. I value what he teaches as much as I value Dr Westman. They are both priceless agents of better human health for all of us. ♥️

[@TheVinegarden]

As long as my carbs come from a green veg. I don’t get too worked up about it. Although I strictly keep it at 20 total carbs 98% of the time. Lost 83 pounds so far ( 30 more to go). Off all BP meds, no heartburn, no joint pain. Haven’t felt this well in years.

[@sanautin]

Wow, impressive and encouraging!

[@lorettadillon-ham1574]

@Marcia Horn 💖💖💖💖👏🏻 well done Marcia! Keep going on your incredible journey RECOVERING your best health through what truthfully works for many of us. Sending you amazing energy to achieve your most precious goal “a healthier body and longer life” congratulations from all of us ♥️

[@TheVinegarden]

@@lorettadillon-ham1574 thank you so much. This is the first time in 7 years I’ve felt like a “ normal, healthy person”

[@lorettadillon-ham1574]

@@TheVinegarden beautiful 💖 sending you hugs 🤗

[@theflyerpr40d]

Hi, Great results, how long have you been in keto? And how much you loose a months? Do you do any high or only low intensity walking? Thanks

[@susan3156]

I stuck to under 20gm for 5 months but once I reached my ideal weight I increased to about 50gms but these carbs come from eating more foods like nuts, chickpeas and 100% cacao etc. Absolutely no starches or refined carbs or sugar or any fast foods or ‘keto’ store bought stuff. I went from being really fat and sick to loosing so much weight I wanted to slow it down a bit. I just love the keto diet because I’m not hungry and I’m in control of my being.

[@TheVinegarden]

Same here Susan! Congratulations on your success.

[@flyoverurbangarden4315]

I did the 20 carbs or less for three months and lost 22 pounds. My only complaint was insomnia. I could not stay asleep for more than 2 hours without waking up. Once I lost my goal weight I started eating a half cup of oatmeal before bed and I'm back to 8 hours of sleep. I can tell when I'm no longer in ketosis because mosquitoes start biting me again.

[@CCKnight]

My primary Dr Nelson wrote down “End your carb confusion Dr Eric Westman” on a notepad and here I am. That’s a pretty good recommendation. Let’s go! ❤

[@Putytat]

I have the new book. He is very specific on each phase and the carbs. Lists the foods and the amount that you can eat for each phase. I just started phase 1. 20 carbs and under. Foods are numerous and easy to make a daily meal plan. I do not count calories as suggested not doing by Dr. Westman. I count only TOTAL carbs on the app I use. Seems very easy to follow. Thats what i need. Simple and not fussing over food. I have a problem with thinking about the next meal when I’m eating. So planning the whole day helps me a lot.

[@m.arinugrahachannel8433]

Thanks a lot for the information you mentioned. Could you tell the title of the book? Thanks a lot.

[@karooblue7634]

Please share with us what App you are using.

[@karooblue7634]

@@m.arinugrahachannel8433 End Your Carb Confusion - Eric C. Westman and Amy Berger. You wont regret investing in this book

[@Putytat]

@@karooblue7634 i use Carb Manager. Easy and i only count the carbs,protein and keep to fatty meats. End the Carb Confusion and purchased through Amazon and downloaded through Kindle. Around $10.00

[@karooblue7634]

@@Putytat Thank you for sharing. I love my hard copy ... Old School 😍. All the best with your health journey.

[@k.c.8535]

I like to hear the voice tone of Dr. Westman and of course his down to earth explanation of things.

[@jennygibbons1258]

Just what I needed. Thank you Dr.

[@DonitaKate]

I agree you can’t look at food and gain weight but I’m convinced that you can SMELL food and gain weight. Bread baking? Popcorn? Brownies?

[@ericfitzsimmons1202]

Lol.

[@karenlatham4053]

💜

[@Putytat]

I cook for my husband all the yummy stuff. Its hard. I try not to do MY favorites. Way to tempting to sample.

[@dianaperez9502]

That is the perfect phase I know for me YOU ARE SO RIGHT and that’s what I will implement, I’m glad I subscribe to your channel Dr. Eric, but we are lied to at the grocery stores about THOSE KETO PRODUCTS THAT HAVE REALLY HOGH CARB IN THEM, I’m glad I saw your channel again THANK YOU….🍖🍗🥦🥒🌶️

[@GrammyBeth]

This was very helpful, thank you so much‼️

[@AdaptYourLife]

Review transcript here: adaptyourlifeacademy.com/low-carb/what-is-your-carb-threshold/

[@Troy1g]

what happened to the quiz? was hoping to take it.

[@anitaprzygocki9350]

I took the test and phase 2 is where I’m to start. Been 20 or less for a couple of months and didn’t lose any weight. I only want to lose about 10 lbs. I do think I’ll feel better at 20-50 carbs per day. Also keep calories at about 1200. I’m in my seventies so I don’t need too many calories. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@AdaptYourLife]

Hi Anita, have you considered purchasing the End Your Carb Confusion book on Amazon?

[@anitaprzygocki9350]

I have the book and am reading thank you I’ll keep trying.

[@pktexas4755]

@@anitaprzygocki9350 I’m there with you , 67, lost 30 lbs when stopping alcohol and also starting Keto, but can’t get that pesky last 7-8 off! Just now reading this book and am inspired that I don’t have to micromanage all those numbers……it’s been confusing and frustrating balancing calories with everything else.

[@duststorm7287]

My carb threshold.... Zero point zero zero. My body makes plenty of glucose.

[@duststorm7287]

@Engelbert Humperdinck not any more. Was an insulin dependant type 2 on 200 IUs of insulin a day. Went keto then carnivore. Off all insulin 6 years now. Last a1c was 4.3. I eat no plants, except coffee. No processed meat and limited dairy except for butter and a tablespoon of heavy cream. Occasinally I will have a little raw cheese. Mostly beef. Fish once a week. Cured me of diabetes, heart disease, kidney failure and 2 auto immune diseases. From 14 medications, 4 specialists and multiple hospitilizations to no meds, no doctors needed.

[@blessingechenwa2114]

I have donee the quiz, it says my carb treas hold is in phase 2. Please what does that mean.

[@karooblue7634]

You can start of phase 2 so you have a diffrent food / carb selection. It is worth investing in his book ... End Your Carb Confusion, he wrote it with Amy Berger so combining info for woman and men.

[@frinoffrobis]

quiz not available..

[@AdaptYourLife]

Apologies, it will be back up by the middle of the week. We are updating.

[@kimberlycooper4170]

Dr. Westman, Can you do a video on the AMY1 gene and obesity, please?

[@mikaelak90]

I think the link to the quiz isn't working.

[@AdaptYourLife]

Apologies, you are correct. It’ll be up next week 😊

[@DonitaKate]

My school pictures document a sudden body change. In kindergarten I look normal. In first grade my face is perfectly round.

[@lorettadillon-ham1574]

@Donita K. Paul 💕 yes great point! Our school photos can identify A LOT that may have gone unnoticed. Excellent tools using photos from our lifetime to identify changes if that’s what we feel we need to look into. 🌸

[@MsTony1402]

I’ve got the book but don’t know how to answer the questions especially about diabetes. I’ve reversed my T2 diabetes about 2 years ago so do I answer no or yes to that question?

[@ericfitzsimmons1202]

Maybe say Yes and No. ;)

[@Putytat]

I myself would say NOT diabetic. Its been 2 years nows. Congratulations on your effort and concurring the diabetes!

[@AdaptYourLife]

I would answer no

[@xmurfd]

Quiz isn't working. =\

[@AdaptYourLife]

Apologies Josh, we have alerted our digital team to rectify the problem. Thank you for alerting us. 🙌

[@louferguson7048]

Calculator is not running

[@qerlb]

Fats and carbs are less important then protein

[@MsKalamity]

The quiz is just a gimmick for Westman to get your email without actually telling you your threshold. If you want to actually know your threshold (according to his quiz) you have to buy something. What else can you expect from the man who sells "page 4".

[@elcaminopasatrino3082]

Agree with you, Dr.Westman is too commercial, he tries to sell his book even if you make an appointment to his office :) which was a most expensive doctor visit (well visit) I ever had :(

[@kimleon-guerrero9980]

Excuse me. Dr Westman has dedicated the last 20 of his career to the research and practice of using the ketogenic diet to treat his patients. His classes and book were instrumental in helping me understand the science and application of the true ketogenic diet. Do you work for free ? I don’t think it’s fair to judge Dr Westman for needing to make a living from what he’s spent countless hours of work and research developing into a valuable program that has helped countless people reverse obesity and disease. And for your information the quiz is FREE.

[@patcyzauskas7216]

You can view page 4 on the internet.

[@karooblue7634]

I dont work for free, so neither should you or Dr. Westman. This book was a great investment from a very reliable and respected source. He does not promote any pills and potions. His book is easy to read and to understand. All the best with your health journey.

[@MsKalamity]

@@karooblue7634 I don't mislead people to make a living. His tactics are smarmy. There are plenty of keto doctors who also sell services and products who do not mislead people. I will support those keto professionals.