Summary
The podcast episode titled "Dr. Dominic D'Agostino on Developing a Well-Designed Ketogenic Diet and Harnessing Its Benefits" features Dr. Dominic D'Agostino, an associate professor at the University of South Florida and a research scientist at the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition. He speaks about the science of ketogenesis, ketosis, ketogenic diets, and ketone supplements. Dr. D'Agostino emphasizes the importance of compliance and adherence to the diet and gradual transition into it over four to six weeks to avoid side effects.
Furthermore, Dr. D'Agostino discusses his modified ketogenic diet, which includes a higher intake of fiber and a lower amount of carbohydrates. He speaks about incorporating fiber for gut health and to attenuate insulin response. Dr. D'Agostino also explains how cooking green vegetables can impact the glycemic response in a ketogenic diet and discusses the need to monitor biomarkers like glucose levels when implementing this diet. Additionally, the podcast delves into the potential benefits of exogenous ketones on the body, both aerobic and anaerobic.
The episode touches upon the potential of using a ketogenic diet to prevent chronic diseases such as neurodegenerative disorders like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. Dr. D'Agostino shares his experience with a ketogenic diet, which helped him reduce anxiety and improve cognitive performance. Finally, the podcast discusses ways in which the ketogenic diet can be beneficial for health, particularly for managing migraines, autoimmune disorders, and even cancer. Overall, the podcast emphasizes the importance of individualized approaches to the ketogenic diet and the need to prioritize gut health and balanced macronutrient intake
