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Why the Random Muscle Twitch? Aug 19, 2021

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Do you ever get a random muscle twitch for no reason? You’re not alone—and here’s what to do about it!

About 70% of the population gets random muscle twitches. The medical term for this is fasciculation—spontaneous involuntary muscle contraction and relaxation. This could happen to your eyelid, arms, hands, fingers, legs, feet, or tongue.

There is even a medical condition called benign fasciculation syndrome. I believe this condition is really a nutritional deficiency. But, the typical treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy, anti-depression medication, and calcium channel blockers.

In my opinion, random muscle twitches are caused by a magnesium deficiency. About 70% of the population also has a magnesium deficiency. Leafy greens are rich in magnesium.

Other symptoms of a magnesium deficiency:

• Fatigue

• Muscle cramps

• Anxiety

Other potential causes of a muscle twitch:

• High calcium

• Low vitamin D

• Alkalosis (potentially caused by a high carb diet or low potassium)

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Dr. Berg, 51 years of age is a chiropractor who specializes in weight loss through nutritional & natural methods. His private practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. His clients include senior officials in the U.S. government & the Justice Department, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning.

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Cutting Carbs But Still Not Losing Weight Aug 19, 2021

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Are you on keto and intermittent fasting, but you’re still not seeing the results you want? Here’s why!

In this podcast, we’re going to talk about what to do when cutting your carbs doesn’t help you lose weight.

When you hit a plateau, I typically say you need to cut your carbs down and eat less frequently. But what do you do if that doesn’t work?

There are two situations that may cause you to stop losing weight even when you’re fasting and lowering your carbs. The first situation is when you’re not getting enough sleep, and the second is when you’re stressed out.

Not getting the right amount of quality sleep can stop weight loss because of a hormone called melatonin. Sleep produces melatonin, and melatonin inhibits insulin. So if you’re not getting enough sleep, you won’t have enough melatonin to keep your insulin levels under control.

High insulin causes your body to store sugar as fat. This is obviously not good for losing weight.

Exposure to blue light before bed and late-night snacking can lead to poor sleep.

Stress affects weight loss because of the hormone cortisol. Cortisol, also known as the stress hormone, releases glucose as a source of quick energy. In turn, this releases sugar into the body and causes high insulin.

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Herbal Teas to Avoid During Pregnancy Aug 19, 2021

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Pregnant? Avoid these six types of herbal tea!

In this podcast, we’re going to talk about which herbal teas to avoid during pregnancy. Some teas can contain compounds that have the potential to cause complications during pregnancy. Take a look.

1. Hibiscus tea - in excess, hibiscus tea can potentially lead to delayed puberty, cause a miscarriage, and stimulate mensuration.

2. Nettle tea - nettle tea can stimulate contractions of the uterus. This is not good for early pregnancy.

3. All caffeinated teas - black, green, white, matcha, and chai teas can increase your risk of early pregnancy miscarriages due to high levels of caffeine.

4. Fennel tea - fennel tea can increase your estrogen levels, which may lead to pregnancy complications.

5. Fenugreek tea - this tea can induce early labor.

6. Licorice tea - this tea can increase cortisol levels, which can throw off your normal balance.

If you’re not sure about a certain herbal tea, make sure you do your research and ask your doctor before you have it to help avoid potential pregnancy complications.

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Accidentally Messed Up on Keto? DO THIS… Aug 18, 2021

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I accidentally messed up on keto! Now what?

Today we're going to talk about what to do if you accidentally messed up on keto. Maybe you were served something you didn't realize had a lot of sugar in it, or you accidentally bought something you didn't realize wasn't actually keto-friendly. What do you do?

In the brain, you can use either sugar or ketones as fuel. But, the brain will always prefer ketones over glucose. This means that all you have to do is elevate the ketones in your blood, so the brain can use them as fuel. This can help you start to feel better fast.

What you can do if you mess up on keto:

• Take liquid MCT oil

• Take powdered MCT oil

• Take exogenous ketones

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Eat More Mushroom on Keto Aug 18, 2021

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In this podcast, we’re going to talk about why you should add more mushrooms to your diet.

Many people consider mushrooms a vegetable, but it’s actually a type of fungi. Mushrooms are made up of 92% water, 4% carbs, 2% protein, and less than 1% fat.

One cup of mushrooms comes out to 2g carbs and 1g of fiber, making the net carbs 1g.

There are many benefits of having mushrooms in your diet:

• They break down plastics within weeks

• They have a closer biology to animals than plants

• They are rich in vitamins and minerals, including B2, B3, B5, B9, D, selenium, zinc, copper, and potassium.

• They contain B-glucans, which have anti-tumor properties

Fungus is an important part of your microbiome and acquired immune system.

Funguses can also break down nutrients in the soil, which allows plants and our bodies to absorb and utilize them more efficiently.

As you can see, mushrooms aren’t just keto-friendly; they are also very healthy.

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7 Out of 10 People Take Prescription Drugs Aug 18, 2021

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In this podcast, we’re going to talk about prescription drugs. 7 out of 10 people in the United States take prescription drugs. That’s 70% of the population!

The majority of those who are 45+ take four prescription drugs.

Now, you should know that I’m not against taking medications. You should never stop taking a medication without your doctor’s approval.

However, there are some side effects that come with taking virtually any medication—especially when you take multiple medications. This is why I believe everyone should be working with their doctor to address their health problems at the root.

Many times, there isn’t a long-term plan established by a patient and their doctor to come off of the prescription drug. If that sounds like you, here are some questions you should ask your doctor:

1. What is our long-term plan?

2. What is the actual cause of my symptoms?

3. Are you willing to help me get off my medications using dietary and lifestyle changes and natural alternatives?

Changing your diet can often completely change your health. Having a healthy diet and lifestyle may reduce your need for medications over time, with the help of your doctor.

Additionally, many natural alternatives can help remedy your symptoms without any side effects.

Tudca, milk thistle, and vitamin D may help you ween off of medications without additional side effects.

Ask your doctor the questions above and see if they can work with you to reduce your long-term medication use.

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Turkey Tail Mushroom and Cancer Aug 17, 2021

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In this podcast, we’re going to talk about a powerful mushroom that has the potential to help fight off cancer cells and strengthen your immune system. This mushroom is called the turkey tail mushroom.

The turkey tail mushroom has an interesting shape and color that looks like the tail of a turkey.

This mushroom contains at least 35 compounds that directly relate to improving your immune system and fighting cancer cells, including:

• Quercetin - This compound helps release interferon. Interferon is a potent immune chemical that interferes with the production of viruses. It also helps kill cancer cells.

• Balcaleim - This compound has powerful anti-inflammatory properties. It also inhibits the spread of cancer cells, reduces the adhesion properties of tumors, and induces tumor cell cycle arrest.

• PSK/PSP - These are protein-bound carbohydrates that help increase monocytes, dendritic cells, macrophages, and immunity to toxins. These compounds are commonly used alongside chemotherapy in Japan and China.

Turkey tail mushrooms are potentially beneficial for fighting breast, blood, colon, lung, and stomach cancers.

If you are at risk for one of these forms of cancer, consider giving turkey tail mushrooms a try and let me know what you think in the comments below.

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The Best Type of Exercise for Recovery Aug 17, 2021

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Let’s talk about the best exercise for recovery. There are three main types of movements:

1. Isometric:

You’re holding a pose. You’re contracting your muscles, but you’re not lengthening or shortening the muscles.

2. Concentric:

You’re shortening the muscle while contracting.

3. Eccentric:

You’re lengthening the muscle while contracting.

Eccentric motions can have a lot of benefits. There are actually more benefits of eccentric motions than concentric type motions.

Benefits of eccentric motions:

• Eccentric motions may produce bigger, faster, and stronger muscles

• There’s greater force

• You’ll get the best repair possible

• Eccentric motions are more efficient (less mitochondrial adaptation)

• Eccentric motions may be good for people with sarcopenia, osteopenia, or tendon damage

• Eccentric motions may produce more metabolic rate, more improvement with inflammation, and less inflammation

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Why Did I Get PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)? Aug 17, 2021

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In this podcast, I want to cover what PCOS is and what can cause PCOS.

Symptoms of PCOS:

• Infrequent or prolonged menstrual cycle

• Excess male hormones (androgens)

• Infertility

• Excess hair growth on the body

• Thinning hair on the head

• Acne

• Insulin resistance

Most websites will tell you that the potential causes of PCOS are genetic or maybe environmental. But, I think the missing piece that you need to know is that high androgens can be caused by high insulin. And high androgens may cause many of the symptoms of PCOS.

Unfortunately, insulin levels are rarely checked. You can’t really determine what’s going on with insulin by checking your blood sugar levels. You could actually have normal blood sugars and still have high levels of insulin.

If you’re not sure what causes high insulin, I have a lot of other videos on that topic. Watch those videos and start the Healthy Keto Diet and intermittent fasting.

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Smartphone Effects on the Brain in Children and Teens Aug 16, 2021

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In this podcast, we’re going to talk about smartphone addiction in teens, children, and adults.

In 2016, a study on 1240 parents found that…

• 50% of teens feel addicted to their smartphones

• 59% of parents believe their kids have a smartphone addiction

• 77% of parents feel their kids get distracted or lose focus when using a smartphone

• 72% of teens feel they need to respond to texts immediately

• 78% of teens check their devices at least hourly

It’s best to be fully invested in what you’re doing rather than constantly being distracted by your phone. This is why I try to only check my texts about two times a day.

Smartphone addictions are similar to drug addictions in that they influence the size and shape of certain parts of the brain—specifically in the parts of the brain that involve emotion, speech, hearing, sight, memory, and self-control.

Your phone emits EMFs, which can cause issues with your brain, heart, circadian rhythm, and fertility.

How can you avoid the effects of smartphone use?

1. Avoid contact with your brain/head

2. Don’t use your smartphone within 2-3 hours of your bedtime

3. Use an EMF protection case

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