Correcting Your Ratio of Essential Fatty Acids (EFA) on the Ketogenic Diet - Dr.Berg [uUcZFkIXG-9]

Correcting Your Ratio of Essential Fatty Acids (EFA) on the Ketogenic Diet - Dr.Berg [uUcZFkIXG-9]

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Free PDF Guide - Keto Strategy Tips 👉 For more info on health-related topics, go here: Take Dr. Berg's Free Keto Mini-Course: or go here: Download Keto Essentials In this video, Dr. Berg discussed Essential Fatty Acids in the ketogenic diet. Essential meaning it is important but the body cannot make this type of fat and this category of fat is not just used for energy, it is used to replace body parts. If you are a vegan, there’s only a 5% limited rate of ALA conversion to DHA and EPA. And if ALA and LA are both present in the diet at about the same time, LA will take priority and block the absorption of ALA. Two Main Categories of Essential Fatty Acids: • ALA or Alpha Linolenic (Omega 3) • LA or Linoleic (Omega 6) Food Sources of ALA • Leafy Greens • Flax • Chia • Hemp Seed • Plants • Nuts / Walnuts Two Additional Omega 3 Fatty Acids • EPA • DHA Best Sources of EPA and DHA: • Salmon • Cod Liver Oil • Sardines • Caviar (Fish Eggs) • Sea Food • Fish • Grass-Fed Animal Products Best Food Sources of LA: • Corn Oil • Soy Oil • Canola Oil Two Additional Omega 6 Fatty Acids • GLA or GAMMA Linoleic Acid – Great for inflammation, skin health, and allergies • AA or Arachidonic Acid – a building block of prostaglandins, a body chemical that is involved in inflammation that helps heal the body in areas of injury and infection. Symptoms of Deficiency: • Low IQ (Decrease Learning) – Brain, Retina • Heart Problems, Blood Pressure Problems, Inflammatory Conditions of the Heart • Decrease Mood – Depression, Anxiety • Decrease Sperm Count • Dry scaly skin Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio: Dr. Berg, age 56, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media. Follow Me On Social Media: Facebook: Instagram: Anchor: TikTok: DR. BERG'S SHOP: ABOUT DR. BERG: Disclaimer: Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. #keto #ketodiet #weightloss #ketosis