More keto! We're interested in everything keto at the moment. The different ways to get into ketosis, how the body and brain respond to a ketogenic state, the complexities of exogenous ketones, and what possible benefits and drawbacks a state of ketosis has.
Dr. Brendan Egan this week helps us to dissect the current literature of ketones within the field of exercise performance and recovery, and offers a suggestion to look past ketones as a one-size-fits-all solution. Brendan also shares insight on the future of ketone research and the importance of focusing on foundational health practices.
We cover:
π₯ Natural ketosis - fasting and/or a ketogenic diet
π§ͺ Exogenous ketones explained: ketogenic precursors (MCTs), salts, esters, and dosage
π¬ The current data on ketosis and performance / recovery - the promising and the no-shows
π The potential value of ketosis when the body is really stressed
πͺ Muscle protection - mitigating the effects of bed rest
π Placebo Power: Impacts performance and supplement perception.
If you're interested in using keto as a dietary intervention for exercise performance, recovery, or as a protective mechanism with reduced mobility or bed rest, have a listen. It certainly could be worthwhile seeing if shifting your body's fuel source helps you in your endeavour.
We'd love to hear from you - have you had any personal results that demonstrate anything similar to or contrary to the current literature?
Mentioned in this episode:
Study Nutritional Ketosis Alters Fuel Preference and Thereby Endurance Performance in Athletes
Study Ketone Bodies Attenuate Wasting in Models of Atrophy
Book Outlive by Peter Attia
Book Surely Youβre Joking and What Do You Care What Other People Think? by Richard Feynman
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