Ep. 78: An Overview of the Ketogenic Diet & Whether It’s Right for You

Recently I’ve been getting lots of questions about the popular ketogenic diet, so in this episode I’m going to do my best to lay out all the basics, pros and cons of the diet so you can determine whether it’s something you want to try or not.

What You’ll Hear:

• What exactly the ketogenic diet is
• How it’s different from Atkins and other low-carb diets
• When it’s appropriate (and when it’s not)
• Why I don’t recommend it for pregnant women
• How the ketogenic diet can heal the body, reduce inflammation, detoxify your liver, and support your gut health
• Basic principles for following a ketogenic diet
• My recommendations for learning more if you decide to try it

Related Links & Resources:

• Keto360 Program by Dr. Josh Axe
• The Ketogenic Diet: An Answer for More than Weight Loss Resistance
• The Keto for Women Show
• The Keto Diet Book
• The Ketogenic Cookbook
• Quick & Easy Ketogenic Cooking
• The 30-Day Ketogenic Cleanse
• Easy Dairy-Free Ketogenic Recipes
• The Just Enjoy Health Facebook Group

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