Dom D’Agostino is an associate professor in the Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine. He runs the website Keto Nutrition, and is an expert in metabolic health.
What you'll learn from this episode:
How poor metabolic health can lead to neuro-inflammation, which puts you at risk for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and dementia.
The history of the ketogenic diet as a treatment for epilepsy, and how it shows promise in alleviating mental illnesses.
How lower carbohydrate diets work to break the cycle of constant cravings for carbs, and why it’s a good idea to wear a CGMS (Continuous Glucose Monitoring System).
Why a modified keto diet with higher protein and more fiber is an ideal approach for most people that still gives you 80% of traditional keto's brain benefits.
The importance of fiber for your microbiome, and why you should be shooting for eating carbohydrates that are at least 30% fiber.
How, in rare cases, triglycerides can go up on a low-carb diet—and why it is contraindicated for these individuals to stay on a very high-fat, low-carb diet.
And so much more!
Resources from this episode:
Educating Others on Metabolic Therapies and the Ketogenic Diet | KetoNutrition
Dominic D'Agostino | Instagram
NEEMO: NASA Extreme Environment Mission Operations | NASA
Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA): What It Is, Function & Benefits | Cleveland Clinic
Adenosine: Overview, Uses, Side Effects, Precautions, Interactions, Dosing, and Reviews | WebMD
Branched-Chain Amino Acid | Wikipedia
Brain Metabolism during Fasting | PMC
LDL Cholesterol: ‘Bad’ Cholesterol May Not Be So Bad | Healthline
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