Ivor Cummins never went to medical school. And yet, it is his perspective on medicine that drives his research into root causes and solutions for common diseases. Speaking at the Low Carb Breckenridge Conference 20181, Cummins established himself…
For more than a century, the keto diet has played a vital role in the treatment of epilepsy and other similar illnesses. Recently, a Massachusetts research report1 indicated that epileptic seizures brought on by Angelman syndrome2 – a…
Vegan, plant-based fats may be good for more than just brightening up a salad or adding more flavor to your dinner! According to a new study published by researchers from Harvard University, fats (especially those originating from plants)…
It’s been used to treat seizures, Parkinson’s, and even epilepsy. Now, Australian researchers are raising a new question: “can ketosis help improve mental health as well?” In a new paper authored by the University of Tasmania’s Dr. Emmanuelle…
A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) claims that participants on a low-fat diet and participants on a low-carb diet saw comparable rates of weight-loss over the course of a year’s worth…
If you have a family history of heart disease, it may be encouraging to find that a new set of studies has produced data supporting the idea that diet eventually trumps genes when it comes to preventing cardiovascular…
The ketogenic diet is usually associated with weight loss today, although its origins stem from a medical background–it was created to treat epilepsy. Scientists have continued to research the ketogenic diet in a variety of applications and research indicates…
It’s no secret that sugar is disastrous for our health. But a new study conducted by the American Heart Association takes that understanding a step further. Adults over the age of 45 who consume large amounts of sugary…
New research shows that people on a keto diet may live longer.1 This phenomenon is thought to be a result of chromosome lengthening at the telomeres. Here’s how it works. What are telomeres? Chromosomes are structures found in…