YOUR BODY CAN EAT ITS OWN FAT?! - DR. ERIC WESTMAN

[@DodgeChic69]

After 4 days of keto my knee pain went completely away. Had a knee injury that the pain progressively got worse. Got a cortisone shot and it only lasted 3 weeks. The knee pain came back with a vengeance. Heard about keto...got started right away and did strict keto not this dirty keto business. Knee pain went away and never came back. I was told I had no cartilage left in my knee and that I would be looking at a replacement in a few years. That was 4 years ago. Not to mention I lost 75 lbs in 4 1/2 months. I didn't starve....I ate responsibly. Listened to my body...no snacking in between. I ate REAL WHOLE FOODS. If anybody tells you keto isn't safe ..ask them what is so unhealthy about REAL WHOLE FOODS?! I'm no longer insulin resistant. I sleep better, my mood is better. Have more energy and NO BRAIN FOG! All of my health markers are in range. That's proof right there it works. Anyone that says it doesn't and that says they have tried it...are.not doing it correctly.

[@AdaptYourLife]

Tha is for sending this message Vixxen, so happy you are feeling great 😊

[@skylarbix7912]

What a great comment- I just realized the video was 4 weeks old- and was wondering why you only got 2 👍🏼!! I'm very happy for your success, I wish there were more positive posts, like yours! (Also, 'brain fog' is usually the bodies way of telling us that we need salt!!)

[@rosehagood3146]

I had a side effect when I went keto- my joints quit hurting!

[@AdaptYourLife]

Wonderful Rose 👌

[@__Paul__]

@Island Man Keto is awesome, but there is no scientific evidence that demonstrates keto will get rid of skin tags. As you lose fat and get into better health, you are less likely to develop skin tags, but once you have skin tags, they may eventually fall off, or get accidentally ripped off, but most do not simply disappear on their own, and there is no direct link to existing skin tags simply disappearing as a direct result of keto. Sometimes you get lucky and the fall off on their own. Most of the time, they have be froze or burned off. It would be a nice benefit, but I am afraid that is wishful thinking. However, there are many great reasons to leverage keto, as it is a very powerful way to lose fat and improve health.

[@__Paul__]

@Island Man I agree that the formation of them has links to insulin, but what I am talking about is the dissapearance of them being related to keto. I wholeheartedly agree that keto is powerful, and is one the best things you can do for your health. Skin tags can fall off for different reasons, but a link between them disappearing because you are on keto has yet to be proven. It would definitely be a nice bonus though.

[@elcapitanian]

@@__Paul__ Your logic is very flawed. The proper conclusion should be, it may be true that the Keto diet may help with that,but since there is currently no documented link between keto and this effect ,I can't conclude one way or another, however I choose, for no good reason at all, to believe that it's wishful thinking.

[@__Paul__]

@@elcapitanian It is your thinking that is flawed, and it is because you misinterpreted what I stated, which is due to your predisposition towards Keto. Keto is absolutely amazing and can help solve lots of health problems, but there are some claims that currently are just not backed by science. Let me explain it to you this way: 1. There are studies that indicate that the development of skin tags are linked to insulin resistance and diabetes, and are backed by science. Some skin tags fall off on their own, eventually get torn off, etc., either of which can happen without immediately detecting it. 2. There are numerous studies that show that a keto-based diet can help you lose fat, increase insulin sensitivity, and get rid of T2D, and are also backed by science. 3. However, while adopting a keto-based diet can help you lose weight, burn fat, and therefore reduce the risk of developing NEW skin tags, there are currently ZERO studies that prove that a keto-based diet will help you get rid of EXISTING skin tags. Many people have lost skin tags without doing keto, or even losing weight. Just because skin tags are associated with insulin resistance and diabetes, and keto has proven to be effective at eliminating insulin resistance, and even diabetes, that does NOT mean that therefore, Keto will eliminate existing skin tags, or that an existing skin tag fell off because you are doing Keto. Correlation does not mean causation. Losing weight can help reduce the likelihood of developing new skin tags, but there are currently no scientific studies that conclude that a keto based diet can make your existing skin tags go away. Sorry, it doesn't work that way.

[@krisjustin3884]

So true! When someone was concerned about me skipping breakfast, I just pointed to my stomach and said I have enough here already to eat!

[@mwjeepster]

I'm thrilled with your book End Your Carb Confusion - what a well written approach to simple keto that really works! I'm loving this journey to rid myself of 70 pounds!!!

[@mwjeepster]

@NOTREALLY HANKAARON Not really a brilliant question, is it? Of course I want to lose 70 pounds of body fat.

[@stevec3872]

Lost 40 pounds within 2 months after I started keto & after a year it is still gone. I could lose a little more but I don't really "need" to so I'm not going to obsess about it. I've never counted carbs or calories or fat, but I've ballparked them well. I've also done keto well but imperfectly & haven't overtly cheated. I've lost body fat where I had it & am satisfied. I enjoy the keto lifestyle, do not feel deprived in any way, & have reaped many health rewards as a result.

[@verapilecki8102]

What do u typically eat in a day? Are u active as well?

[@stevec3872]

@@verapilecki8102 I eat a typical keto diet: low carb, high fat. There's tonnes of KZbin videos about it. I lost weight quickly particularly belly fat and so fatty liver as well. I'm active outside in decent weather, unfortunately Wisconsin winters can be brutal.

[@bettyraynor-davis9]

I am so appreciative of the accurate information I get from your videos. I've read about this previously. So many people turning to keto falsely claim we have to eat more fat than anything else. That possibly makes some sense for maintenance but not for Weight loss.

[@tinabenson1492]

I'm late seeing this video. Wish I saw it sooner 'cuz it really explains how Keto doesn't need to be so complicated!! Liked & subscribed! Thank you!🙂

[@michaelwilt2999]

You have certainly opened my eyes and changed my grocery list this week...ty

[@lovingitonketo]

(Harry here) Great information as usual. Great information for those that are trying to learn the reasons "how" and "why" your body eats stored fat.

[@skylarbix7912]

I'm kind of surprised that the Dr. does not mention atophagy!! When the body literally 'eats' it's own self (that's what the word translates to from Greek)!!

[@cathyplantlover2862]

I'm all for it!!!!using my own fat!!!I have at least 50 lbs of it.

[@lauraporter3434]

Thanks for your low-key style with superbly practical advice! I've strayed and need reminders how I can feel better...hypothyroid symptoms rather stink...

[@ralphhamdeed2977]

Your the best dr westman thank you

[@simonehaydon]

Dr Jason Fung asserts that muscle wastage during fasting is a myth; the body preferentially uses the stored energy (body fat) over precious muscle. Evolutionarily, body fat is stored as energy for times when when there's nothing to eat. This is why, in prehistoric times, when our ancestors didn't have access to food regularly, they didn't eat everyday, yet they remained fit and healthy in order to hunt their food. if they had no muscle they would've starved to death. Dr Fung says that the body is "just not not that stupid". Why would it burn precious muscle over stored energy (body fat) when there's no food available?

[@joniutley1914]

Thank you!

[@leeannorozco1041]

I always wondered why most keto proponents press fat at 80-85% if that provides immediate energy when you’re trying to use stored fat.

[@joyceelmer131]

@NOTREALLY HANKAARON I think she means “ the proponents “ are the people that are teaching people to eat 80-85% of your daily intake as fat.

[@joyceelmer131]

@NOTREALLY HANKAARON I do not know who the people are that LeeAnn was referring to. I have heard of 70-75% of fat from Ken Berry MD, Dr Eric BergDC and Dr Sten Edberg. All are on You Tube. Hope that helps.

[@joyceelmer131]

@NOTREALLY HANKAARON I was only explaining what I thought LeeAnn was saying , using the word “proponents “.

[@AdaptYourLife]

Review transcript here: adaptyourlifeacademy.com/health/your-body-can-eat-its-own-fat/

[@silviam2835]

Thanks for another great informational video Doc and Glen! 😊

[@AdaptYourLife]

Thank YOU Silvia 😊

[@clairramsdale8383]

Is it okay to just eat the leaner cuts of meat on the lion diet for up to 90 days if you're overweight? I don't like fatty meat, and I normally add butter on carnivore. I want to do 90 Day lean beef and water. I have about 16lb to lose, so will it be safe to be eating lean meat only until I've finished lion?

[@patriciabeetschen1329]

Dr. Westman, I have no gallbladder (15 years ago taken out) I’ve been keto 2.5 years now have to stop because I have bile stones (& elevated liver enzymes)that blocked bile duct & caused me to be hospitalized twice. Bad pain. Advised to quit keto and do low fat. Waiting to have ERCP done since I cannot have MRI due to Pacemaker. I still need to lose more weight…any advice?

[@melissaandrews1603]

Love this!

[@alanwilson307]

Hi doctor, i am 59 years old and have been doing keto for 2 years but now have lost too much weight, what do you recomend i do from here, would really appreciate your help on this, kind regards.

[@AdaptYourLife]

Hi Alan, this is the Adapt team answering. Dr. Westman has three phases of carb restriction. Depending on where you are dictates which phase you should be on. Please consider reading his latest book, End Your Carb Confusion on Amazon. 👇 www.amazon.com/End-Your-Carb-Confusion-Customize/dp/1628604298/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=1KUD3T9H6Y5K1&keywords=end+your+carb+confusion&qid=1638712918&sprefix=end+your+%2Caps%2C367&sr=8-1

[@pennybentley5125]

Add more fats ( cheese , nuts cream ,😊

[@jamescalifornia2964]

Good information 👍

[@peterbeyer5755]

I’ve noticed that on that Rohr am most of the actors are carrying weight! After getting into ketosis I fasted a day here and there and then fasted for 6 days, my friends all thought I would die but I lost three kgs.

[@annetcell-ly4571]

I started keto in 2019 and I’ve found that Keto is not the great equaliser. From my experience, keto works differently for different people. My skin is good, my blood tests are within normal limits but the thing I wanted most - noticeable weight loss still hasn’t happened! Despite regular intermittent fasting and low carb lifestyle, a focus on keeping insulin low ( Dr Ben Bikman) and a rejection of processed foods I’ve started to gain weight. Is it my age, 66? Is Dr Phinney right in that every body finds it own “settling” weight? Is it my microbiome (according to Dr Tim Spector)? I’ve started making my own kefir. Is it poor sleep? I’ve adopted Dr Panda’s circadian approach. I’ve listened to Dr Perlmutter and David Anderson about how salt can encourage the conversion to fructose and made adaptations. What else can I do?

[@Hippy2021]

You need exercise. I walk 2 hours a day in two times for decades. Never miss a day, even sick. Walk walk walk. That's all you need and drink green tea with ginger. I don't count calories, don't follow any particular diet. I eat the good high nutritious foods, mainly a version of mediterranean food . I avoid red meat and dairy except cottage cheese and yogurt. Am 69. I can move my weight up and down the way I wanted and under my control without any particular diet. I did try keto 3 months. It bothered my kidney with high fat and protein foods. You are right, it's not for everyone and it's too aggressive and too strict in the consumption of variety foods the body needs. However mediterranean diet has been proven to be beneficial for human longevity. Exercise is very important, the most important and need to get done religiously and seriously in your daily life. I don't get sick the past many decades. No cold and flu and no vaccine needed.

[@annetcell-ly4571]

@@Hippy2021 Thank you for your reply. I do exercise. I’ve been active my whole life but it’s funny how you can’t save that stuff up. I use the rowing machine at the gym and walk my dog. I’m not that bad, but just not where I want to be.

[@suzannecarrier287]

I have found that calories still matter.....maybe not initially but if you've hit a plateau while on keto try reducing your calories. Start with the saturated fats. If that doesnt work switch up your fasting routine. Your body may be too used to your way of IF.

[@annetcell-ly4571]

@@suzannecarrier287 I agree. I monitor calories and carbs. After doing keto for so long I’m rarely hungry even though I cut back on fats some time ago.

[@forestlittke4649]

In 2010 I was living in China and during the first big festival I caught a virus and could not swallow (without extreme pain) for about 20 days......by the end, i had dropped about 70 pounds and looked great!

[@touchofgrace3217]

As a sports massage therapist who specializes in working with special forces, naked and afraid means something completely different 😆😆

[@sandramace648]

I always was told eating fat breaks fat I've been living fat since I can remember fat does not make fat yummy

[@tna-technutamateur8249]

Check out Angus Barbieri's fast for reference. He had a weight of 456 pounds and dit a 382 day fast. 382 fast without eating. He lost 327 g of fat per day and became 180 pounds after 382 days.

[@skylarbix7912]

High carb 'diets' never work. You can almost starve yourself- but obviously that is not an option! Low/no carb is really the only way to lose weight permanently. Also, having said that, the carbohydrates we should be eating, need to come from vegetables(not potatoes, carrots, or corn!) Healthy fat sources are of utmost importance, our brains are made up of cholesterol/fat, so it's exactly what we need- olive oil, avocado oil, ghee(clarified butter), coconut oil & real butter. As long as we have fat on our bodies, we don't need anything to eat! However, most people will not fast properly- by that, I mean water, with Himalayan pink salt and potassium chloride added- without these electrolytes, you will not be able to do a prolonged fast. After a fast, even a 48 hour fast, you will be in ketosis. Sometimes I break a fast with a Tbsp. of avocado oil or coconut oil, that way you are automatically fat adapted! Wow..that was really long!🙄😊

[@forestlittke4649]

VSHRED is always poking fun at keto and tells everyone to stop that shit and start eating your donuts and cakes again! He is insane! I continue to follow Westman and Ekberg and Fung! I have at least 30 to go until I reach peak!

[@proudchristian77]

What if you lost it all & now u eat to ride ? 🚴‍♀️

[@soteriacharis6338]

So is it true then that as long as you are showing ketones (I use KetoMojo meter), it means my body is burning fat ?

[@suzannecarrier287]

You most generally need to hit .5 and you will be burning fat. I used the keto mojo for 2 years, but not recently. The best way to burn fat is by intermittent fasting. 👍 So that's my focus. I got a bit obsessed with chasing ketones....not good.

[@JAnn319]

Not necessarily, not all ketones are used... ketones in blood are not used

[@soteriacharis6338]

@@JAnn319 So what good does it do to measure ketones? Mine have been constantly super low, a lot under .5.

[@petercyr3508]

Becoming a fat burner is the goal of keto/very low carb eating. I believe being a fat adapted fat burner producing ketones is our natural state and is required to be healthy. I believe the main reason humans produce ketones so readily is to help feed our huge brains. When fat burning is blocked due to chronically elevated insulin levels from our modern processed food diet, all sorts of bad things happen. Let me also point out that true herbavores such as gorillas and cows use fat as their main fuel. This fat comes from the fiber they eat. We cant derive fat from fiber like they do, we have to eat it.

[@skylarbix7912]

When we stop eating carbohydrates, our bodies will start to 'eat' ALL of the bad things that we have put into ourselves!

[@artemishunter8993]

If you burn what you eat, why not eat fat to burn fat? And why doesn't eating protein burn protein. If eating carbs burns carbs?

[@AdaptYourLife]

If you eat fat, you will burn fat, if you eat carbs, you will burn carbs. Protein is more complicated.

[@MyMlittleFriends]

Fat is my fuel that's why I eat high fat.

[@lauriebradbury6553]

Maybe this will help. GOD gave us FAT, it is good for us. In the original 1611 KJV BIBLE God said in Genesis 45: 18 “......... And ye shall EAT the FAT of the land.

[@darlafitzpatrick8770]

The New Yorker magazine just published an article in its travel issue of some travel company offering expensive "Get Lost" adventures to moneyed white people (I mean, sure, the company probably offers travel to anyone, but let's face it - it's gonna be moneyed white people). The English author, whose fitness level was assessed beforehand, was taken to the mountains of Morocco and given a 50-lb pack to carry with copious energy bars and other high-calorie foods, water, a tarp, survival gear, etc., as well as a GPS unit and training on how to survive in the wilderness. The hook is that you don't know where you're going until the day before, and the challenge is to walk yourself out. I thought, Oh, wow, fifty pounds of gear, food and survival tools - this must be at least a two-week adventure. No, dear reader. It was 18 miles in two days. Forty-eight hours! You don't need food for that at all. And it turns out he was followed the entire time, just out of sight, by the business owner in a vehicle Some challenge. I rolled my eyes and moved on.

[@skylarbix7912]

Wow..that's ridiculous!! These shows, like 'Naked & Afraid', are just silly. Anyone could last out there, if they had access to a salt/potassium source!! That's why it's only 21 days- they can't have anyone actually die!🤭😂

[@lf7065]

The body doesn't cannabalize muscle until there's no more body fat left, from what I understand.

[@duststorm7287]

Not exactly. If you eat very low calorie your body will use your muscle tissue as well as fat tissue.

[@stevec3872]

To be honest, I lost 40 pounds in 2 months on keto. I was a 200 pound man with a solid but overweight body although I never had anyone call me "fat". So the weight came off quickly but in hindsight it came off too quickly because I did suffer some loss of muscle mass I discovered later when I tried to move some totes that had been easy to manhandle but with the weight loss I had trouble shifting them. Now I need to workout to get back that muscle mass.

[@touchofgrace3217]

It won’t utilize healthy muscle but it will break down dilapidated cells and reuse the usable amino acids through autophagy.

[@rondunn4336]

Photo's of the war prisoners in Japanese camps all look like skeletons, no food lose weight.

[@elizabethrapalee4942]

Please do not use this format of him then Dr. It is very distracting and is not enjoyable to listen to

[@lottat6003]

The truth... hm... this doctor wants us to only eat three cups of veggies a day...! That is starvation for us who don't eat unsustainable foods like meat. 🤷🏻‍♀️ There's a limit to how much fish and eggs you can eat. With very little fat and dairy and no nuts there really isn't anything left to eat. 🤦🏻‍♀️ I guess it works, but it's not a sustainable diet.