ENERGY SUBSTRATE IS KEY
In the resting state, BRAIN, HEART, LIVER, and KIDNEYS consume the majority of available energy. See: Berg JM, Tymoczko JL, and Stryer L. Biochemistry, 5th ed. New York: WH Freeman, 2002, Section 30.2 “EACH ORGAN HAS A UNIQUE METABOLIC PROFILE: FATTY ACIDS ARE THE HEART’S MAIN SOURCE OF FUEL; ALPHA KETO-ACIDS DERIVED FROM THE DEGRADATION OF AMINO […]
DAIRY FAT
Practical, Nutritional, and Metabolic Advantages of Butter Oil (Ghee), ~100% Fat Rendered by “Clarifying” Butter
Nutrient-dense Modified Ketogenic Diet
The majority of calories is derived from ghee (clarified butter), dairy cream, and pure soured cream (crème fraîche) that provide, and help metabolize, the fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. Pastured eggs, meat, and fresh fish provide nutrition of complex biological value. Greens provide vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, anti-oxidants, and fiber. One lemon or lime […]
NUTRITION, SUPPLEMENTS, and ADDITIVES
ADDITIVES: The Center for Science in the Public Interest published a list of “ten riskiest food additives” that appear to pose the greatest risk to sensitive individuals and the general population. These are acesulfame-K, aspartame, and saccharin, sugar substitutes, artificial colorings, especially Red#3 and yellow #5, BHA and BHT (preservatives), caffeine , MSG, propyl gallate […]