Ketone Conversation
Keto Brunch of Champions
I’ve been practising this concept of an awesome, nutritious brunch to kick-start my busy day. For last two years or so, I’ve sabotaged my keto efforts by often eating chocolate with sugar for brunch. Hedonism, what can I say. I think if I show up authentically, this blog could turn into Confessions of a Peak-performance,…
Read MoreKetones & Antioxidants
Ketones are a fascinating substance which your body naturally produces in large volumes during fasting states. In the absence of glucose, the body fuels itself with ketones. It turns out, higher blood serum levels of ketones are associated with a variety of health benefits. I am thrilled to have access to high quality, naturally-fermented exogenous…
Read MoreKetones & Mood
Ketones can help reduce anxiety by balancing neurotransmitter levels. Ketones are more than a fuel source, they are signalling molecules which help to balance neurotransmitters in the brain. This helps balance moods and improve general outlook. By creating a healthy balance, exogenous ketones can help mitigate emotions such as frustration, anger, sadness and fear. Imagine…
Read MoreThe Right Fuel Source
Dr. Ryan Lowry of ASPI and his colleagues have been researching ketosis, the ketogenic diet and ketones for over a decade. They observed incredible health benefits associated with a ketogenic meal plans and realized that the compound responsible for these amazing results was the ketone BHB (Beta hydroxy butyrate). Supplying your body with ketones has…
Read MoreWhat is a Ketone?
Ketones (a.k.a. ketone bodies) are energy molecules made by your liver. Once you run out of sugar, your body starts to fuel itself from stored fat. Adipose tissue is broken down into fatty acids and those are converted into ketones. Once ketones are made, they enter the blood stream and are transported to cells throughout…
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