About Ketones

Isabella Cooper, PhD (52 minutes)

Published by: Metabolic Mind - 4 Sept 2024

In this insightful interview, PhD researcher Isabella Cooper dives deep into the science of ketosis and its impact on health. She discusses how it's not just about maintaining high levels of ketones but also about the quality and source of those ketones. Isabella highlights the importance of avoiding unhealthy fats and proteins like soybean oil, canola oil, and pea protein isolate while following a ketogenic diet.

Discover the latest research findings on cycling in and out of ketosis and how it can influence your overall health. Learn about the molecular components that truly matter when optimizing your metabolic state and achieving sustainable health outcomes.

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Isabella Cooper, PhD
University of Westminster
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Dr Bret Scher (8 minutes)

Published by: Metabolic Mind - 27 Aug 2024

Are you using a ketogenic diet for therapy and need to know the ideal ketone levels for success? In this video, we explain how to measure ketone levels to optimize your ketogenic diet for managing psychiatric disorders, type 2 diabetes, dementia, and other metabolic conditions.

One of the unique benefits of a ketogenic diet is the ability to precisely track your body's response. But what should your target ketone level be? We tackle the most common questions and provide insights on how to set and achieve your optimal ketone level for the best therapeutic outcomes.

Whether you're new to ketogenic therapy or looking to fine-tune your approach, this video offers valuable guidance to help you make the most of your ketogenic journey.

Dr. Ben Bikman (31 minutes)

Published by: Ben Bikman - 24 May 2024

Dr. Bikman begins by explaining the fundamental chemistry of ketones, emphasizing the difference between endogenous (produced within the body) and exogenous (introduced from outside the body) ketones. The three main ketones discussed are acetoacetate, which can convert to either acetone (excreted from the body) or beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB), the primary ketone measured in metabolic assessments. Ketosis, the state of elevated ketone production, is typically inhibited by high insulin levels, which direct metabolic processes away from ketogenesis towards lipogenesis (fat creation)

Ben highlights the significant benefits of ketones for brain health. He disputes the common belief that glucose is the brain’s preferred fuel, citing research by Dr. George Cahill that indicates the brain relies heavily on ketones during fasting. Ketones have been shown to improve cognitive function, reduce oxidative stress, and alleviate symptoms of neurological disorders like Alzheimer’s and epilepsy. Beyond brain health, ketones enhance physical performance by increasing ATP production efficiency in muscle cells and boosting metabolic rates in fat tissues, thus promoting fat loss.

Donna Patrick with Dom D'Agostino' (11 minutes)

Published by: Found My Fitness - 11 May 2022

Ketogenic diets range from the exacting therapeutic diet used to treat epilepsy to a liberalized low-glycemic-index diet that is better suited as a lifestyle diet. These diets are high in fat and low in carbohydrates and can be tracked using an objective biomarker – ketones. Ketones measurable in the blood, urine or breath signal whether a person is in ketosis and metabolizing fats instead of glucose. In this clip, Dr. Dominic D'Agostino details the macronutrient ratios that make up the broad spectrum of ketogenic diets.