Health24.com | Noakes being charged for having different view – lawyer

Professor Tim Noakes is being prosecuted over a scientific disagreement with dietitians, his lawyer Michael Van der Nest said on Tuesday as the Banting guru's misconduct hearing starts wrapping up.

''If they wanted to charge Professor Noakes with dangerous advice, they should have done so,'' said Van der Nest.

All Noakes did was offer unconventional advice, his lawyer continued.

A long Twitter debate

The Health Professions Council of SA (HPCSA) was hearing final argument in the protracted hearing into a complaint by the former president of the Association for Dietetics in South Africa, Claire Julsing-Strydom.

She had complained about Noakes giving advice relating to his Low Carbohydrate High Fat (LCHF) diet on Twitter to a mother.

The mother's tweet read, "@ProfTimNoakes @SalCreed is LCHF eating ok for breastfeeding mums? Worried about all the dairy + cauliflower = wind for babies?? [sic]"

Noakes advised her to wean her child onto LCHF foods, which he described as "real" foods.

'Not evidence based'

His tweet read, "Baby doesn't eat the dairy and cauliflower. Just very healthy high-fat breast milk. Key is to ween [sic] baby onto LCHF."

A long Twitter debate ensued, in which dietitians jumped in to the fray, also offering advice, said Van der Nest, but none of them are facing a complaint.

Julsing-Strydom's complaint said, “I would like to file a report against Prof Tim Noakes. He is giving incorrect medical (medical nutrition therapy) on twitter that is not evidence based.

''I have attached the tweet where Prof Noakes advices [sic] a breastfeeding mother to wean her baby onto a low carbohydrate high fat diet. I urge the HPCSA to please take urgent action against this type of misconduct as Prof Noakes is a “celebrity” in South Africa and the public does not have the knowledge to understand that the information that he is advocating is not evidence based – it especially dangerous to give this advice for infants and can potentially be life threatening. I await your response”.

Unusual complaint 

On Tuesday Van der Nest said that the complaint was unusual because usually the HPCSA is faced with an injured person, but in this case there was not a shred of evidence to show that anybody had been harmed.

And, Noakes in no way had a doctor/patient relationship with Leenstra, and was not giving her medical advice, he continued.

He said there are also no norms and standards relating to giving medical advice on social media and if there were, it would be difficult to do so because of the very public nature of the medium.

If the HPCSA found against Noakes' comments on Twitter, then writers of diet books would be equally liable towards the people who buy their book.

He added that Leenstra had Noakes' Real Meal Revolution book and would have understood the concepts that he espoused. However, the HPCSA never called her as a witness to establish if she had been harmed.

Van der Nest said Noakes could not be prosecuted for having an unconventional view, and nor should people who might be wrong not be allowed to speak.

''What if he is right?'' he asked.

The argument to wrap the case will continue on Wednesday.

Read more:

Tim Noakes to defend Banting for babies

What Tim Noakes eats

Tim Noakes on 'The Real Meal Revolution'

Jenni Evans, News24

Source: https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-diets/noakes-being-charged-for-having-different-view-lawyer-20170404

Kencko chugs down $3.4M to help you get more fruit and vegetables in your diet - TechCrunch

Kencko, a company that wants to help people eat more fruit and vegetables in their daily life, is entering feast mode after it announced a $3.4 million seed round for growth and product development.

We profiled the company last year, but — for those who missed it — Kencko develops plant-based products that help people eat healthily without having to suffer the pain of horrible-tasting food or other extreme eating. That’s to say that its fruit drinks, the company’s first product, include the pulp and vitamins absent in pressed juice but come in a convenient sachet that has been flash-frozen and slow-dried to retain all the goodness. The company says that each packet, which is 20g and mixes with water, contains two of the five-a-day recommendation for fruit and vegetable servings.

Right now, Kencko — which means health in Japanese — is selling the fruit drink with six flavor options. Founder and CEO Tomás Froes said the plan is to add as many as half a dozen new options before this year is out. Also coming are two new products that, like the drinks, are made from 100% organic fruits and vegetables to, again, make it easy and tasty to eat healthily.

Beyond products, Kencko is also using the new capital to develop its direct-to-consumer strategy. A big focus of that is its mobile app, which is currently in beta with early customers but will get a full launch this year, according to Froes.

Kencko products are sold in units but also as a subscription, and that bundle will include a personal nutritionist — from Kencko’s in-house team — who will use data collected in the app to help customers personalize their diet and approach to health. Further down the line, that may include face-to-face appointments in parts of the U.S. and remote-based sessions, added Froes — who runs the 25-person company with co-founder and CBO Ricardo Vice Santos.

Kencko is focused on the U.S. and Canada but is available worldwide. Customers can buy the fruit drink through a $16 three-day-trial pack, or more committed packages of 20 and 60 sachets, which cost $60 and $150, respectively.

Froes became a vegan after being diagnosed with acute gastritis. He was inspired to start the company in 2017 after a 90% fruit and vegetable diet cleared the condition without medicine — a doctor had previously told him that he would need to be treated with a cocktail of pills for the rest of his life.

Now, with plant-based brands like Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat booming and increased media coverage of the science and sustainability of food, Froes believes interest in healthy diet options has never been higher.

“There is demand for more transparency and knowledge on ingredients,” he explained in an interview. “The past few years have sparked a completely new revolution around food.”

The investment came from NextView Ventures, LocalGlobe, Kairos Ventures, Techstars, Max Ventures and other unnamed backers. Kencko took part in Techstar’s London accelerator last year.

Source: https://techcrunch.com/2019/07/12/kencko-raises-3-4m/

My Mrs. Meyer’s Must Try Favorites

Thanks to Mrs. Meyers for partnering with us in this sponsored series for Socialstars™

I’ve mentioned Mrs. Meyers a few times now, I might as well share my most favorite products they offer.

What might those be? The Honeysuckle and Geranium Hand Lotions.

Hands spend so much time doing all the work throughout the day may it be typing and driving to cooking and cleaning. They deserve some RNR, and more than just a good wash. They should be pampered with some moisturizing hand lotion.

Mrs. Meyer’s Hand Lotions help lock in moisture to maintain soft hands and/or feet.

The floral Honeysuckle is sweet, calming, soothing and cooling all at the same time. Meanwhile the Geranium has a bright floral scent packed with moisturizing properties.

If you’re a fan of vibrant Spring scents that offer a sunny and fun moment then these are the choices for you.

They are both made with essential oils and plant-derived ingredients. All of their products are made without artificial colors, gluten, ammonia, chlorine bleach, parabens and phosphates.

The packaging is recyclable, BPA free, and made with at least 25% post consumer recycled material; talk about more earth friendly. My personal favorite aspect is that they are produced in the USA, no outsourcing to foreign countries.

If you’ve used any of their products feel free to shoot me a message letting me know which were your favorites. Recommendations are always welcome!

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Source: https://the-lowcarb-diet.com/mrs-meyers-must-try-favorites/

The Keto Flu: Symptoms, Remedies and How to Avoid It

The ketogenic diet is an increasingly popular option for people looking for a natural way to lose weight and burn fat. In certain cases, the diet–which is low in carbohydrates, high in healthful fats, and moderate in protein–can even be used to help manage a variety of chronic illnesses, including heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. However, when people begin researching the ketogenic diet, one of the first phrases they encounter is a pretty scary one: “the keto flu.” While the keto flu is one of the most dreaded side effects of the ketogenic diet, it is actually a sign that you’re on the right track! The condition is a direct consequence of reducing carbohydrates and transitioning your body into a state of ketosis, and there are a number of steps you can take to mitigate its severity–or prevent it entirely.

What Is The Keto Flu?

The keto flu, which is not actually a “flu” at all since it’s not viral in nature, is a constellation of symptoms that often accompany the first days or weeks of a ketogenic diet. Symptoms include fatigue, headaches, brain fog, muscle cramps, dizziness, nausea, and lethargy. There is high variability among individuals both in the incidence and severity of these symptoms, which is thought to be driven by differences in individuals’ metabolism as well as their diet pre-adherence to the ketogenic diet. It’s easy to see how this is one of the most commonly cited reasons why people abandon keto: they start the diet, feel terrible almost immediately and shortly thereafter decide that the ketogenic diet is not for them. However, it is our hope that a better understanding of this condition and how to manage it will help empower new adherents to stick with the diet and reap its long-term benefits.

Keto Flu Symptoms

Fatigue

Headaches

Brain fog

Muscle cramps

Dizziness

Nausea

Lethargy

For the average person, carbohydrates have been the cornerstone of their diet since the day they were first introduced to solid food by their parents. In fact, many nutritional guidelines today suggest we consume anywhere from 40-60% of our total daily calories from carbohydrates. Unfortunately, these carbohydrates are often derived from high-processed junk food and refined sugars with low nutritional quality.  Even if the carbohydrates you consume are from a relatively healthful source–think quinoa or other ancient grains–these foods still trigger the release of higher levels of insulin than any other macronutrient, so they wreak havoc on blood sugar levels. The exact metabolic impact of carbohydrates varies by person, but the latest scientific research continues to support the notion that most Americans would be well-served to reduce carbohydrate intake.

While it’s a complex pathway, the keto flu is largely driven by two forces unique to the ketogenic diet: a reduction in overall electrolyte intake and the diuretic nature of the diet. As mentioned above, most people consume more carbs by calorie content than any other macronutrient, and most of those carbs come from low-quality, processed sources. Ironically, when we remove these foods from our diet, we actually precipitously decrease our overall sodium intake. And since sodium is an electrolyte, this can lead very quickly to an electrolyte deficiency and trigger the keto flu. Second, as you cut carbohydrates out of your diet and move your body towards ketosis, insulin levels drop, signaling the kidneys to release water and vital electrolytes like sodium and potassium. This molecular pathway is what makes the ketogenic diet diuretic in nature; the sudden drop in insulin triggers the kidneys to release water and electrolytes through increased urine production.

While the keto flu is a completely normal reaction to the ketogenic diet, there are long-term risks to not addressing the condition. In all likelihood, symptoms will persist until you address them, so they could last over the entire life of the ketogenic diet if you don’t take action. Sounds miserable! The keto flu can also lead to sleep disturbances and an elevated heart rate, which is a side effect of your body’s attempts to retain sodium through the release of adrenal hormones. Finally, if left untreated for a long period of time, the keto flu could lead to bone mineral loss or osteoporosis. Our bones are one of the core areas where we store sodium and, if the keto flu is left unchecked, your body could start to leach calcium, along with sodium, from your bones.

Risks of Electrolyte Deficiency on a Ketogenic Diet

Sleep disturbances

Elevated heart rate

Mineral loss

Osteoporosis

While the keto flu is the body’s natural reaction to a ketogenic diet, suffering from it is not a foregone conclusion. You can dramatically reduce the symptoms of the keto flu–or even avoid them altogether–by properly supplementing your electrolytes as you transition into ketosis. If you find yourself to be especially sensitive to the ketogenic diet, you can also ease your transition into ketosis by slowly reducing carbohydrates rather than going cold turkey on day one.

Remedies for the Keto Flu

Replacing the electrolytes your body has lost is the single most important thing you can do to combat or prevent the symptoms of the keto flu. This means ensuring you consume adequate levels of sodium, potassium, and magnesium either from food sources or through supplementation. We will address exactly what we mean by “adequate levels” in a moment, but for now, we’d like to propose some simple ways to increase your intake of electrolytes:

1. Salt Your Food

Salt your food. Even if it feels weird or gustatorily challenging to salt a salad, try it. It’s critically important that you increase salt consumption on the ketogenic diet, as most of the foods on the menu will not have naturally-occurring sodium at adequate levels. Any kind of table salt will do, but if you have a personal preference for one type over the other, no problem! Just salt your food.

However, it’s also important to remember that sodium is not the only electrolyte that needs to be kept in balance on a ketogenic diet. Magnesium and potassium are both critically important electrolytes that we should pay attention to as well. Fortunately, a well-formulated ketogenic diet that is high in healthful fats and plant-based foods often provides enough of these two electrolytes. Specifically, magnesium can be derived from avocados, almonds, bananas, and leafy greens, while sweet potatoes, spinach, butternut squash, and beets are all great sources of potassium.

2. Consume Bone Broth

There is a robust body of scientific research that has identified bone broth as an incredibly healthy, nutrient-packed superfood. Bone broth is made by simmering the bones and connective tissues of an animal for a long period of time–generally between ten and twenty hours–which is what separates it from the standard broth or stock found in most grocery stores. Cooking for such an extended period of time allows the broth to absorb the collagen, glutamine, and other minerals that give bone broth its rich nutrient density that is commonly touted for its benefits for the gut, joints, skin, and overall health.

Furthermore, while bone broth is a decent source of sodium on its own, it’s very easy (and recommended) to add salt or a bouillon cube to turn it into a keto flu-busting intervention.

3. Make Electrolyte Homebrews

You should never turn to sugary sports drinks to combat the keto flu. Unfortunately, all of the traditional electrolyte products on the market have insufficient levels of actual electrolytes and are very high in sugar. This sudden burst of electrolyte-less sugar will spike insulin levels and derail your path to ketogenesis. Despite their catchy marketing campaigns, endorsement deals with famous athletes, and sponsorships of virtually every visible sporting event, these drinks are not your friend and should be avoided regardless of whether or not you adhere to a ketogenic diet.

This is why I spent years mixing up homebrew concoctions with ingredients from my own pantry. With some trial and error, I was able to design a few great do-it-yourself drink recipes for those who are more inclined to mix up their own keto flu-killing concoctions. If you’d like to give some of these a try, you can see a list of my favorite recipes here.

4. Drink LMNT Recharge

After years of tinkering with homebrew recipes–some of which were way off the mark!–and waiting for someone to develop and release an electrolyte product that wasn’t bathed in sugar, I finally decided to do something about this problem. Thus was born LMNT Recharge, a product that I specifically formulated to help replenish the body’s electrolytes in the initial phase of the ketogenic diet. It’s a tasty electrolyte mix filled with everything you need and nothing you don’t–namely, sugar.

How Much Sodium Is Too Much Sodium?

For the last three decades, we’ve all been told that we need to reduce sodium intake to control blood pressure, and current recommendations call for 1.5 to 2.3 grams of sodium per day. However, a 2011 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association painted a much different picture of sodium consumption. This study, which sought to correlate sodium intake with cardiovascular incidents like strokes and heart attacks, found that the lowest rate of these events actually occurred in people consuming five grams of sodium per day. That’s more than double the recommended daily intake! Furthermore, an individual had to consumer eight grams of sodium per day to reach the same problematic levels of cardiovascular events as those people consuming less than 2 grams of sodium per day.

Another study published in Preventive Medicine found that individuals who restricted sodium intake to less than 2.5 grams per day actually had a higher blood pressure than those who consumed more, further disproving the deep-seated notion that high levels of sodium intake are bad for cardiovascular health.

An individual’s level of optimal sodium intake is a multifactorial question, depending on their age, body mass, their level of activity, and even the region of the world where they live. Without prescribing generic ranges, I think we can undoubtedly say that increasing sodium intake, especially in people who are adhering to a ketogenic diet, is perfectly safe.

The keto flu is an unfortunate side effect of cutting carbohydrates and transitioning your body’s primary fuel source from glucose to ketones. However, it should not deter you from giving this revolutionary diet a try. Your body is perfectly capable of using ketones for fuel, as is the goal of a ketogenic diet, but years of dependence on carbohydrates has forced your body to “forget” how to power itself with fat. You simply have to give your body time to relearn this natural process. Furthermore, balancing your electrolytes, especially in the early days of your transition into ketosis, will boost your energy levels, eliminate keto leg cramps, and enhance performance and recovery. With an understanding of what the keto flu is and how to prevent and combat its symptoms, we think you will be fully prepared to adapt to this new lifestyle.

Robb Wolf

Robb Wolf, author of The Paleo Solution and Wired to Eat, is a former research biochemist and one of the world’s leading experts in Paleolithic nutrition. Wolf has transformed the lives of tens of thousands of people around the world via his top ranked iTunes podcast and wildly popular seminar series.

Source: https://robbwolf.com/2019/06/05/the-keto-flu-symptoms-remedies-and-how-to-avoid-it/

„Heftige Verwerfungen“: Der geleakte Whatsapp-Chat von Kurz und Pröll

Dragan TATIC / APA / picturedesk.com

Erwin Pröll berichtete gestern von heftigen Verwerfungen mit Bundeskanzler Sebastian Kurz. Sogar sechs Monate Funkstille soll zwischen den beiden geherrscht haben. Doch was genau ist passiert? Der WhatsApp-Chat zwischen den beiden gibt darüber Aufschluss. 

Sechs Monate später…

Source: https://dietagespresse.com/heftige-verwerfungen-der-geleakte-whatsapp-chat-von-kurz-und-proell/

Coconut Oil Is Not Poison

Coconut Oil Is Not Poison

Coconut Oil Is Not Poison

A Harvard professor recently labeled coconut oil as being poison. This is a very strong statement, and a false statement.

The professor simply considered coconut oil to be poison because it contained a lot of saturated fat. Consuming a lot of saturated fat increases the risk of heart disease.

I wonder if the professor would also label lard, cheese, butter, beef, pork, salami, and sausages as being poison? They also contain a lot of saturated fat.

Saturated Fat and Heart Disease

Most international health guidelines recommend eating saturated fat, like that found in coconut oil, but recommend consuming it in moderation.

Consuming a lot of saturated fat could raise LDL or low-density lipoprotein, which is considered to be (bad) cholesterol, because too much of it increases the risk of heart disease.

The body converts fat into cholesterol, and the consumption of a lot of saturated fat can raise LDL levels in the bloodstream.

This leads to it becoming oxidized in the walls of arteries and contributes to plaque buildup in artery walls. The buildup of plaque in artery walls stiffens them and undermines their optimal functioning.

The buildup restricts blood flow, damages artery walls, breaks off in pieces blocking arteries, and causes arteries to tear and burst.

People consume much more saturated fat from consuming meat, dairy, and processed foods than from consuming coconut oil.

Bad Saturated Fat in Meat, Dairy, And Processed Foods

People need LDL cholesterol as well as HDL high-density lipoprotein cholesterol. In general, people consider LDL cholesterol to be “bad” because it plays a part in the buildup of plaque in arteries. But we need LDL cholesterol.

People consume far too much saturated fat by eating a Western diet, which is high in meat, dairy, and processed foods. This is the reason why people consume too much saturated fat.

The food industry and others want to deflect and make the issue a coconut oil issue when they need to point finger at consuming meat, dairy, and processed foods.

The Western diet contains a lot of bad saturated fat because meat, dairy, and processed foods contain a lot of bad saturated fat.

Since the fat comes from animal sources, they contain viruses, bacteria, and other toxins derived from animals.

The oxidation process that occurs in the body and bloodstream results in the buildup of plaque in the arteries and undermines artery and heart health.

Coconut oil, though high in saturated fat, does not contain the harmful components found in the fat of meat, dairy, and processed foods.

Bad Saturated Fat in Animal Products Verses Good Saturated Fat in Coconut Oil

A comprehensive 2018 study, Randomised trial of coconut oil, olive oil or butter on blood lipids and other cardiovascular risk factors in healthy men and women, found that the saturated fat in coconut oil interacts with the body differently than animal fat, specifically butter.

Coconut oil contains around 48% saturated fat in the form of lauric acid (12:0).  Butter contains 66% saturated fat, which is about 40% palmitic (16:0) and stearic (18:0) acids. Though they both contain saturated fat, their saturated fat differs from the fat in coconut oil.

The study found that butter consumption significantly raised LDL levels. Coconut oil raised LDL levels also, but not more than the consumption of olive oil, which is an unsaturated oil.

Coconut oil also raised HDL or “good” cholesterol, raising LDL/HDL ratio, which many health institutes feel is a better indicator of health than just LDL count alone.

Evidence Supporting the Health Benefits of Coconut Oil

Various and numerous studies have shown that coconut oil’s saturated fat lauric acid is a short-chained fatty acid. Short-chained fatty acids are beneficial because the body digests and burns them quickly.

The body is able to use them quickly so they don’t buildup in the body and contribute to fat retention.[1] [2] [3]

Another benefit of coconut oil’s saturated fat is it contains antiviral and antimicrobial properties.

Consuming Coconut Oil – Cooking Not Recommended

I first have to say I feel it is better to avoid the consumption of any oil. Oils are not whole foods.  Producers separate oils from the fiber and other nutrients in whole foods, that beneficially interact in a synergistic way.

It is better to consume coconut meat than to consume the oil alone, which is derived from the meat, even though the oil does contain some of coconut meat’s health supporting properties.

Heating coconut oil at high temperatures is problematic because it has a low smoke point. This means coconut oil burns easily at high temperature. This produces toxic cancer causing aldehyde compounds like acrolein.

All oils heated above their smoke point develop toxic compounds, heating coconut oil just develops the compounds faster.

If you do choose to use coconut oil, it is better to minimize its use because it is an extract from a whole food.

It is better to add it to unheated foods like salads, or even use it to support oral hygiene through oil pulling, because of its antiviral and antimicrobial properties.[2]

Learn more about health and vitality supporting foods on the Dr. Sebi Nutritional Guide. »

Source: http://www.naturallifeenergy.com/coconut-oil-is-not-poison/

NOOB TO KETO GAINS! Macro’s help!

Desperately need help figuring out my macros... it’s all very confusing to me!

I’ve been doing keto for about 3 months- lost a stone- and I now want to tone up and gain strength! Keto has really changed my life and want to continue with it and gain but seems to be so difficult/confusing :(

I’m a dancer, but don’t dance everyday all the time. When not performing in shows I work in a busy bowling ally waiting on the 28 lanes- so on my feet ALOT and clock up anywhere from 12,000-22,000 steps a day!

I’m new to weight training and am starting off with just 2-3 times a week with workouts- as well as my dancing or working!

My details are-

Female 25yo 5’1” (155cm) 104lb (47KG)

BF- I’m not 100% sure but I feel it’s about 22%? Need to get this checked more accurately I think.

Never have above 20g carbs a day and always have high protein!

I don’t mind gaining a few KG as long as it’s muscle and not fat- as I was skinnyfat before and worked hard to get rid of the fat I had before :)

Any help/advise is appreciated!

Willing to take on tips or suggestions too!

Thank you!

Source: https://www.reddit.com/r/ketogains/comments/9r8n45/noob_to_keto_gains_macros_help/

Levels of 'ugly cholesterol' in the blood are much higher than previously imagined

The amount of remnant particle cholesterol in the blood, the so-called ugly cholesterol, is much higher than previously believed. This is shown in new research from the University of Copenhagen and Copenhagen University Hospital. The discovery may have implications for future prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease.

Three quarters of the Danish population have moderately elevated levels of cholesterol. If cholesterol levels are too high, risk of cardiovascular disease is increased. Often, LDL cholesterol, the so-called bad cholesterol, is considered the culprit. However, new research from the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen and Copenhagen University Hospital shows that a completely different type of cholesterol may be more responsible than previously assumed. What we are talking about is remnant cholesterol -- also known as ugly cholesterol.

To their surprise, the researchers have discovered that the amount of remnant cholesterol in the blood of adult Danes is much higher than previously believed. From the age of 20 until the age of 60, the amount in the blood is constantly increasing, and for many people it remains at a high level for the rest of their lives.

'Our results show that the amount of remnant cholesterol in the blood of adult Danes is just as high as the amount of the bad LDL cholesterol. We have previously shown that remnant cholesterol is at least as critical as LDL cholesterol in relation to an increased risk of myocardial infarction and stroke, and it is therefore a disturbing development', says Professor and Chief Physician Børge Nordestgaard from the University of Copenhagen and Copenhagen University Hospital.

The results are based on data from people from the Copenhagen General Population Study. A total of 9,000 individuals had cholesterol in their fat particles in the blood measured by means of new advanced measuring equipment, known as 'metabolomics'. The measurements show that total cholesterol in the blood consists of equal parts of "ugly," "bad" and "good" cholesterol.

Overweight and Obesity Are the Main Cause

'Previous studies from the Copenhagen General Population Study show that overweight and obesity are the main cause of the very high amount of remnant cholesterol in the blood of adult Danes. In addition, diabetes, hereditary genes and lack of exercise play a part', says one of the authors, MD Mie Balling from the University of Copenhagen and the Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Copenhagen University Hospital.

In 2018, a large international, controlled clinical trial was published that clearly showed that when triglycerides and thus remnant cholesterol were reduced by the help of medication in people with elevated levels in the blood, the risk of cardiovascular disease was reduced by 25%.

'Our findings point to the fact that prevention of myocardial infarction and stroke should not just focus on reducing the bad LDL cholesterol, but also on reducing remnant cholesterol and triglycerides. So far, both cardiologists and GPs have focused mostly on reducing LDL cholesterol, but in the future, the focus will also be on reducing triglycerides and remnant cholesterol', says Professor Børge Nordestgaard.

According to Børge Nordestgaard, the most important thing you yourself can do to achieve the lowest possible level of remnant cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood is to maintain a normal body weight.

The three kinds of cholesterol:

Remnant cholesterol = ugly cholesterol: the cholesterol content in triglyceride-rich lipoproteins or remnant particles. Elevated remnant cholesterol leads to cardiovascular disease.

LDL cholesterol = bad cholesterol: the cholesterol content in low-density lipoprotein (LDL). Elevated LDL cholesterol leads to cardiovascular disease.

HDL cholesterol = "good" cholesterol = innocent cholesterol: the cholesterol content in high-density lipoprotein (HDL). Levels of HDL cholesterol does not affect cardiovascular disease risk.

Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/08/190801103931.htm

Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower with Garlic and Chives

Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower with Garlic and Chives – Creamy, buttery mashed cauliflower combined with plenty of garlic and chives makes for one super flavorful side dish! Mashed cauliflower is the perfect low carb alternative to mashed potatoes, and made in a fraction of the time, thanks to our Instant Pot.

The yummiest cauliflower you’ll ever eat! Cauliflower is cooked in the Instant Pot until soft and then mashed with butter and sour cream. This is an easy and very quick recipe with lots of flavor.

The result is creamy, rich, and so delicious! It’s also gluten free, low carb, and keto – not a bad way to start our Thanksgiving prep. P.S. Don’t forget that Juicy Roast Turkey with Maple Gravy from the other day.

Want bacon and cheese with that cauli-mash? Jot down my other recipe for Instant Pot LOADED Mashed Cauliflower – yummmmm!

My favorite part about this mashed cauliflower deal is that you can have a great side dish in minutes. Literally. Also, this creamy, garlicky mashed cauliflower is much lighter than traditional mashed potatoes, and it just tastes so, so incredibly good!

HOW TO MAKE INSTANT POT MASHED CAULIFLOWER

Set the Instant Pot to sauté and heat up a bit of olive oil; add 4 mashed garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute, or until garlic is golden brown on all sides.

Pour chicken broth and mix and stir for 1 minute.

Place steamer basket inside the Instant Pot and add cauliflower florets.

Close the lid and set the valve to sealing.

Set on manual setting and cook on high pressure for 3 minutes; quickly release the pressure and open up the lid half-way. Let stand 3 minutes.

Drain out the liquid and transfer cooked cauliflower and garlic to a food processor or blender. Add butter, sour cream, and seasonings; pulse until blended and creamy.

Stir in fresh chives and parmesan. Serve.

Easy Peasy. Don’t wait to make it!

MAKE AHEAD MASHED CAULIFLOWER

Mashed cauliflower can be made up to 3 days in advance.

Let mashed cauliflower cool completely; transfer it to an airtight container and keep it in the fridge.

Reheat over low heat or in the microwave. Taste for seasonings and adjust accordingly. Add more butter or sour cream, if needed.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH MASHED CAULIFLOWER

MORE INSTANT POT RECIPES

ENJOY!

Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower with Garlic and Chives –

Creamy, buttery mashed cauliflower combined with plenty of garlic and chives makes for one super flavorful side dish! 

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: holiday side dish recipe, instant pot recipe, mashed cauliflower recipe

Servings: 4 serves

Calories: 113 kcal

Ingredients

1 large head cauliflower core removed and roughly cut into florets

1/2 tablespoon olive oil

4 cloves garlic smashed

1 1/2 cups chicken broth

1/2 tablespoon butter

1 tablespoon sour cream

1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste

1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper or to taste

1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh chives plus more for garnish

Instructions

Set instant pot to sauté.

Add olive oil to instant pot and heat it up.

Stir in smashed garlic cloves; mix and stir until garlic is golden brown on all sides, about 1 minute.

Stir in chicken broth and cook for 1 minute.

Turn off the "sauté" mode and place steamer basket inside your Instant Pot.

Transfer prepared cauliflower to the basket inside the Instant Pot.

Close the lid and set the valve to sealing.

Set on manual setting and cook on high pressure for 3 minutes.

Use the quick release function to release the pressure. Open up the lid half way and let stand 3 minutes. 

Drain out all of the liquid and transfer the cauliflower and garlic to a food processor or blender. You can also put it in a large bowl and use a potato masher.

Add butter, sour cream, salt, and pepper to the blender; process until blended and creamy. I recommend using the pulse function because you have more control over how creamy or chunky you want your mashed cauliflower.

Transfer the cauliflower mixture to a mixing bowl or serving dish.

Stir in parmesan cheese and chives. Taste for seasonings and adjust accordingly.

Garnish with fresh chives and serve.

Recipe Notes

HOW TO MAKE AHEAD

Let mashed cauliflower cool completely; transfer it to an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheat over low heat or in the microwave.

Taste for seasonings and adjust accordingly. Add more butter or sour cream, if needed.

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Nutrition Facts

Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower with Garlic and Chives –

Amount Per Serving

Calories 113 Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 7g 11%

Saturated Fat 3g 15%

Cholesterol 16mg 5%

Sodium 531mg 22%

Potassium 183mg 5%

Total Carbohydrates 4g 1%

Protein 7g 14%

Vitamin A 3.4%

Vitamin C 16.8%

Calcium 15.7%

Iron 2.6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Back on and advice on running

I don’t think you need to adjust your macros much, maybe eat more if you’re very hungry.

However a warning: I did a lot of running on keto and it was amazing as I essentially never ran out of energy once I was adapted. So I ran way too much (no running to 1/2 marathon in 8 weeks) simply because it felt so easy. However, I now have knee problems that won’t go away. So keep in mind that just because your metabolism is ready to give you energy for excessive workouts, your muscles/joints may need more time.

Source: https://www.reddit.com/r/ketogains/comments/9pkxl3/back_on_and_advice_on_running/

Health-Focused Meal Delivery Service Trifecta Puts Beyond Burgers On The Menu - Forbes

Trifecta has teamed with Beyond Meat to deliver plant-based burgers.

Credit: Trifecta

Beyond Meat beefed up its expected share price and valuation a day ahead of its Wednesday initial public offering, betting that fast-growing demand for plant-based meat replacements like the Beyond Burger will put the company’s value at about $1.49 billion.

Shares are expected to be priced between $23 and $25, up from an earlier estimate of between $19 and $21, the company said Tuesday.

The Beyond Burger has expanded into more retail and foodservice channels in the months leading up to the company’s first day of trading, including rolling out at Carl’s Jr. earlier this year. And the product's popularity also brought it to the attention of Trifecta, an organic prepared meal service that has begun offering the Beyond Burger as a plant-based protein option.

Trifecta began life four years ago with a burning mission to help Americans reverse the tide of obesity and disease that has been linked to unhealthy eating habits.

“Poor nutrition is now the number one killer worldwide,” Trifecta CEO Greg Connolly said.

The national company sells fully cooked meals that are delivered fresh, never frozen, every Friday. Customers can subscribe to plans based on their eating preferences, with options ranging from paleo and keto to vegan and vegetarian. Weekly meal plans start at between $109 and $119 for five days of breakfasts and lunches, and customers have the option of paying more to add dinners and boost the order to seven days worth of meals.

“From the beginning, we knew we would need to be able to provide organic food that was less expensive, more convenient and more environmentally friendly than fast food,” he said.

The vegan and vegetarian meal plans now include Beyond Burgers and the company expects to expand its use of Beyond Meat products to more of the dietary offerings. For those eating completely meatless, the burgers and other Beyond Meat products boost protein levels. But Trifecta will also use them to offer its omnivorous customers options for having some meat-free meals.

Companies like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods, the maker of the Impossible Burger, expect people on plant-based diets buy their products, but a bigger goal is to convince omnivores to trade their beef burgers for plant-based options more of the time.

There are signs the strategy is working. Worldwide sales of meat substitutes are on track to grow 7.7% annually through 2025, when they’re forecast to hit $7.5 billion, according to Allied Market Research.

Both Beyond and Impossible have made news and built followings with burgers that closely replicate beef, a fact highlighted in a recent post by Missouri Farm Bureau public affairs director Eric Bohl. Bohl did a taste test of Burger King’s new Impossible Whopper and wrote that, had he not known the difference, he likely wouldn’t have been able to tell the difference.

Trifecta considered the Impossible Burger as well, Connolly said, with good results.

“We are fans of Impossible Foods as well. Anyone focused on this mission is fantastic.”

But ultimately the decision came down to ingredients. Beyond’s burger has fewer of them, he said, along with a more attractive macronutrient profile. The Beyond Burger is made with pea protein while the Impossible Burger contains soy, which can trigger allergic reactions in some people.

“It came down to the quality of their burgers and other proteins, and their supply chain,” Connolly said.

The keto diet is the most popular among Trifecta’s clients, Connolly said, but vegan orders are among the fastest growing, and vegan and vegetarian customers comprise about 15% to 18% of the total, he said.

The company expands its catalog of meal offerings by about 3,800 new recipes every year, which are crafted by a staff that includes chefs and physicians.

For most customers, reaching optimum health starts with losing weight -- the company’s site has a gallery of before-and-after photos.

But once the pounds are dropped, customers tend to stay with the company and focus on maintaining wellness. Making connections via social media has been important to keeping customers connected with the company and motivated to stay the course, Connolly said.

The company’s name was derived from the three areas the company identified as critical for weight loss – mind, body and social, a take on mind, body and soul.

“We had to make eating healthy very convenience to eliminate the stress and willpower components – that’s the mind piece,” he said.

Nutrition is the core component of the body and physical health part, and social media support is the final piece.

“We have social systems where people can have support. When everyone around you is eating doughnuts, you have people to chat with online.”

Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/janetforgrieve/2019/04/30/health-focused-meal-delivery-service-trifecta-puts-beyond-burgers-on-the-menu/

Why I Eat Tapeworms & Whipworms Every Two Weeks: The Fascinating World Of Helminthic Therapy.

For the past four months, every two weeks, I have been wandering over to my refrigerator, fetching out for myself a shotglass-sized vial of pig whipworms from Thailand, and swallowing the entire vial. But I don’t stop there. Two weeks later, I drip a tiny pipette down my throat of rat tapeworms, harvested by a laboratory in the UK.

Why the hell would I be inoculating myself with what are widely considered to be vicious little parasites? It all started when I was visiting with a fellow health enthusiast, who informed me that he had been exploring the world of something called “helminthic therapy”, that both he and his brother had been swallowing these kind of worms every 10-14 days, that his usually problematic gut had “never felt better” and that he planned on continuing to eat tapeworms and whipworms for the rest of his life. I was intrigued.

And thus I proceeded to take a deep dive into the wonderful world of helminthic therapy.

How Helminthic Therapy Works

The modern, underground health interest in whipworms and tapeworms appears to have been sparked by a December 2012 Men’s Health Magazine article entitled “The Frenemy Within: The New (Ancient) Cure for Immune Disorders”, in which the author describes the story of a 45-year-old muscular 200-pound blacksmith named Tom Bear from Massachusetts, who from childhood suffered the effects of hundreds of allergies from green beans to peanuts to pollen, but completely cured his hampered immune system by intentionally infecting himself with eight tapeworm larvae.

I then found several articles published in peer-reviewed literature, including “Worms and germs lead to better immune function“, “Reconstituting the depleted biome to prevent immune disorders” and “Human helminth therapy to treat inflammatory disorders- where do we stand?” along with this fascinating New York Times article on the Hygiene Hypothesis, that backed up the efficacy of this so-called “helminthic therapy” for not only immune system modulation, but also prevention of diseases like prostate cancer, arthritis, and Parkinsons.

In the late 1980’s, medical researchers in the US and Europe developed a popular theory entitled “The Hygiene Hypothesis” which helped to explain why people living in developed countries seem to have a high prevalence of allergic disorders and immune system issues. Essentially, the Hygiene Hypothesis states that the human immune system is dependent upon exposure to a variety of organisms, in particular “old friends” (AKA parasitic helminths such as tapeworms, whipworms and hookworms), for proper development and functioning. The reason for this is believed to be that we co-evolved with these micro-organisms, which – until the advent of an ultra-clean, indoor-dwelling, industrialized society – have almost always been present in our bodies, and are in modern days present in the guts of many outdoor-dwelling hunter gatherer tribes. The recent and relatively rapid removal of these organisms from our bodies by modern medicine is now believed by many physicians and scientists to be a major factor in the malfunction of many people’s immune systems.

In a nutshell, helminths are parasitic worms. There are many different species of helminths – most of which have gotten a bad rap because people tend to acquire helminths via contact with contaminated food, water or soil, and because colonization with these helminths seem to be most common in children living in tropical areas with poor sanitation. However, this same helminthic inoculation has emerged as one possible explanation for the low incidence of autoimmune diseases in less developed countries, along with the significant and sustained increases in autoimmune diseases in industrialized countries. As a consequence some seemingly beneficial helminth have found their way in the world of gut and immune system therapy back to the human gut, intentionally, for the avoidance of immune-related disorders and as a form of nature’s most powerful probiotic for issues including Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, (IBD), multiple sclerosis, type 1 diabetes, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis and many others.

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Which Tapeworms & Whipworms I Use

So in a form of culinary self-immersive journalism, I got my hands on some helminths and began dosing. I ordered my first batch of helminths – HDC (Hymenolepis diminuta cysticercoids) – from Biome Restoration Ltd. in London.

Hymenolepis diminuta, which sounds far more attractive than describing what they actually are in layman’s terms (rat tapeworms) are one of the most widely studied organisms that colonizes the guts of vertebrates, and benefits include elimination of autoimmune diseases and near instant healing of gut issues such as Crohn’s disease. It causes little or no adverse symptoms in its usual primary hosts (common rodents such as laboratory rats and pet hamsters),and colonization of humans is rare but generally without any adverse symptoms, even in developing countries where the organism is very common.

The HDCs from London are raised in grain beetles called Tenebrio molitor, which are normally found in the human food supply as a harmless contaminant in a wide variety of grains. These grain beetles, in turn, subsist strictly on materials prepared for human consumption (in the case of the London lab, oatmeal). So all potential contaminants accompanying the cultivation and isolation of HDCs from grain beetles are derived from a common product (oatmeal) already consumed by humans in post-industrial culture. In stark contrast, other helminths currently in use (including those approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for clinical trials) are isolated from the actual feces of humans, rodents or pigs prior to use.

Gross. I’ll stick with the oatmeal version, thank you very much.

I then ordered the pig whipworm Trichuris suis (TS) from Tanawisa Company in Thailand. Under controlled conditions, at least some helminth species, such as TS, seem to interact with humans in highly complex and apparently beneficial ways, modulating the immune system in preliminary studies while positively impacting inflammatory bowel and other autoimmune diseases. For example, TS dosing has been shown to produce significant and long lasting improvements in Crohn’s disease, probably by modulating parts of the immune system responsible for producing gut inflammation (known as Th1-type inflammation). FDA has even granted TS the status of Investigational New Drug, allowing clinical trials in humans, and currently, a clinical trial is underway to assess the possibility of TS therapy in autism treatment.

Summary

So what have I personally noticed since beginning my experimentation with helminthic therapy nearly four months ago?

Thus far, in the past four months, not only have I had zero side effects, including the dreaded itchy asshole or tiny baby worms in my poop, but I’ve actually felt far more gut comfort, particularly while exercising in hot weather, which is a notorious trigger for leaky gut and GI issues in most athletes. Not only that, but considering that the effect seem to be somewhat similar to a fecal microbiota transplant (FMT), also known as shoving someone else’s poop up your backside or swallowing poop from a donor in the form of a poop pill, the worms seem slightly (albeit only ever so slightly) less stomach-turning.

Of course, if you decide to try this immune-boosting and gut-healing strategy out personally, proceed at your own risk. I am not a doctor and this is not to be taken, interpreted or construed as medical advice. Please talk with a licensed medical professional about this. These are just my own personal thoughts and not a prescription or a diagnosis or any form of health care whatsoever.

Do you have questions, thoughts or feedback for me about helminthic therapy? Leave your comments below and I will reply!

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Source: https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/article/why-i-eat-tapeworms-whipworms-every-two-weeks-the-fascinating-world-of-helminthic-therapy/

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Fall Khashoggi: Der WhatsApp-Chat zwischen Trump und dem Saudi-Prinz

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Der Fall Khashoggi schockiert die Welt. Was spielt sich tatsächlich hinter den Kulissen ab? Der WhatsApp-Chat zwischen US-Präsident Donald Trump und dem Kronprinz von Saudi-Arabien, Mohammed bin Salman, geben darüber Aufschluss.

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Mediterranean low-carb diet has the edge for reducing liver fat

Excessive storage of fat in the liver is strongly associated with insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and increased cardiovascular disease risk.

If you have fatty liver disease or metabolic syndrome, you may be interested in a new study suggesting that following a low-carb diet reduces liver fat more effectively than a low-fat diet.

Journal of Hepatology: The beneficial effects of Mediterranean diet over low-fat diet may be mediated by decreasing hepatic fat content

In this study, 278 people with either abdominal obesity or low HDL cholesterol and high triglycerides (three of the five criteria for metabolic syndrome) were randomly assigned to follow a low-fat diet or Mediterranean low-carb diet for 18 months. Importantly, most of these individuals had excessive fat stored in their liver; on average, their liver fat content was 10%. (Although a small amount of fat it in the liver is normal, anything above 5% is considered too high.) Additionally, slightly over half of the study participants had nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).

Both groups were encouraged to consume whole foods, increase vegetable intake, and avoid trans fats and refined carbohydrates. The low-fat diet group consumed generous amounts of whole grains, fruits, and legumes, and restricted fat to less than 30% per day; by contrast, the Mediterranean low-carb group consumed more fat and protein (especially fish and poultry), ate fewer than 40 grams of carbs for the first two months, and gradually increased their intake to 70 grams of carbs per day in the form of vegetables, nuts, seeds and legumes. The low-carb group also included 28 grams of walnuts in their diet every day from the third month on.

By the end of the study, all of the participants had lost weight from their liver and around their midsection. However, the low-carb group experienced a significantly greater reduction in liver fat (as measured by MRI) than the low-fat group, regardless of their overall change in abdominal cavity fat. Moreover, this occurred in people with NAFLD as well as those without fatty liver disease. In addition, improvements in liver function markers were more pronounced in the low-carb group, along with many of the usual outcomes of carb restriction (lower triglycerides, higher HDL cholesterol levels, and lower diastolic blood pressure).

What does this study tell us? First, reducing intake of processed carbs and industrial seed oils and trans fats, consuming more whole foods, and avoiding overeating leads to loss of liver and abdominal fat regardless of macronutrient composition. However, a Mediterranean, low-carb diet appears to have the edge over a low-fat diet when it comes to decreasing liver fat and improving fatty liver disease. Given the many benefits of carb-restricted diets on appetite, blood sugar, and insulin resistance, following this way of eating may be your best bet for protecting liver health and reducing cardiometabolic risk.

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Source: https://www.dietdoctor.com/mediterranean-low-carb-diet-has-the-edge-for-reducing-liver-fat

Testosterone can help men with hypogonadism lose weight, keep it off

Long-term testosterone therapy can help men with hypogonadism lose weight and maintain their weight loss, researchers from Germany and the United States report. Ten-year results of the ongoing study will be presented Monday at ENDO 2019, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in New Orleans, La.

"Obesity is very common in men with testosterone deficiency (hypogonadism)," said lead study author Karim Haider, M.D., a urologist and andrologist in private practice in Bremerhaven, Germany. "Men with hypogonadism and obesity receiving long-term testosterone therapy achieved progressive and sustained weight loss, while untreated controls gained. The favorable decreases in weight and waist circumference may have contributed to the observed reductions in mortality and major cardiovascular events."

Haider and his colleagues are conducting an ongoing observational registry study of men with hypogonadism in one urological office. For this ten-year report, they followed 805 patients with hypogonadism who were, on average, in their late fifties to mid-sixties. The 462 (57.4 percent) patients with obesity were given the choice whether to be treated with long-term testosterone therapy (TTh) with testosterone undecanoate injections (TU) 1,000 mg every 12 weeks. Of these, 273 opted to receive testosterone, and the 189 who declined treatment served as controls.

Over 10 years, the testosterone-treated men lost 20.3 percent of their baseline weight (50.5 lb; 22.9 kg); their waist circumference dropped by 12.5 cm (4.9 in). BMI decreased by 7.3 kg/m2, and the waist-to-height ratio decreased by 0.07.

By contrast, the untreated men gained 3.9 percent of their baseline weight (3.2 kg; 7.1 lb), and their waist size increased by 4.6 cm (1.8 in). In this group, BMI increased by 0.9 kg/m2, and waist-to-height ratio increased by 0.03.

During this time, 12 (4.4 percent) men in the testosterone group died, while in the untreated control group, 57 deaths (30.2 percent), 47 myocardial infarctions (24.9 percent) and 44 strokes (23.3 percent) occurred.

"Our study found long-term testosterone therapy in men with hypogonadism and obesity resulted in significant improvement in measures of body size and composition," Haider said. "In addition, testosterone therapy was associated with a reduced risk of death, heart attack and stroke. This suggests testosterone levels should be measured in men with obesity, and testosterone therapy should be offered if indicated."

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Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/03/190325151022.htm