I’m doing the keto diet and changing my blood glucose levels! 66 days and my levels went from 500 in the hospital to under 100 as of today, yes! I eat no sugar or grains.
Awesome guess I should keep going...mine was around 300 when I started last week and now most are around 160. I had been discouraged but will keep up IF and keto
Congrats! Have you taken any medications before? Because my HbA1c doesn't go down and my fasting sugar doesn't go down, I followed the strict keto diet and all Dr. Berg tips. Please advise.
I am 71, I have been in Ketosis for a year and a half, and IF (OMAD) for 1 year. I had high blood pressure, A1C of 14, degenerative disc disease, and weighted 334 pounds. As of today, I am no longer on meds for blood pressure or diabetes, I am down 135 lbs, and A1C of 5.3! I was so depressed that I didn’t take before pictures. I can’t find a way to add photos. Thank you for your help in making this possible. I have given up TV for college degree on TH-cam. I have 48 lbs to go and I am taking Ben Azadi’s advice and doing 5-1-1 schedule. God Bless!
I totally get that. I was not taking pictures of myself all throughout my 30s. I hated the way that I looked and I was 5 foot 2 and 207 pounds and my highest was 215 pounds and size 18. When 5 foot 2, I only need to be 130 or 125 pounds. At 150 I can feel it in my hips and knees. I'm about 145 now. I'm a size 8, I was a 16 for a long time. I got to 127 in Aug 2019 (size 6) and then Nov 2019 hit and I gained some. Then I gained TONS in 2020. We all did. Now I'm back to 145 down from 160. I can't believe I was up to 160 in Sep 2020. My hips were in so much pain. I take MANY pictures of myself now. I love the way I look. Ah maz ing.
Took me 3yrs on intermittent fasting and a ketogenic diet to bring my A1C in normal range. Severely insulin resistant for years unknowingly. Keto and fasting are my life now and are credited for my healing and fantastic quality of health/life today!
Wow! That is awesome! Congratulations on your success! You give me hope! My inspiration to succeed is to get off of all the crappy chems they prescribed me. I'm glad to see 1st hand that you have done so well. Thank you.
J Agu. I wish you good health! Just know that with dedication and perseverance this plan works! And the best part, you can do it without medication as a T2D.
I was a T2D before keto, my sugar is now in the low 80's. After less than 4 months, my A1C dropped to normal. I refused all medications. I teach everyone who asks keto free now to help as many people as I possibly can.
Yes! Keto is definitely a viable treatment (if not cure) for type 2! I was having so much success with it for 3 months, but now I have gastroparesis and can't digest anything-especially fats and protein. I'm only having broth, but my blood sugar is up and down out of control due to the gastroparesis!
Im type2 and on METFORMIN for 8 years but now I stopped all meds and my daily testing is getting lower around 101 115 went from A1C8.4 down to 6 and now I bet even lower
I have been on keto and IF for just 2 1/2 weeks now. I am prediabetic and have a glucose meter and taking my blood sugar and it keeps going down. 2 hours post dinner it's now at 85! That's so awesome, it hasn't been normal like that in a long time! Thank you Dr. Berg!
Might i ask how did you find out you were pre-diabetic? Im on keto Just curious on blood glucose so i got a meter today. But im real anxious and actually afraid to see results
Dr. Berg you and Dr. Fung have got me fasting and eating right also using The proper supplements I wish I would’ve found out about you two guys years ago. Now I’ve lowered myA1C from 8.9 to 6.1 in two months and will keep this life style forever thank you so much 🙏🏽
This is awesome for you. Can you please tell me what supplements you are taking that is helping you to bring your A1c down? Thankyou so much in advance!
in 18th of January 2019, my fasting blood glucose was 201, 377 after two hours of eating, and A1C was 9.8%. In 13th of February, my blood glucose was 92 fasting, 120 after two hours of eating, and A1C was 6%, in less than a month. Thanks to Ketogenic diet and IF.
Just had appointment with new endocrinologist. I have been a type 1 diabetic for 8 years, adult onset. Have had a pump for about 5 years. I eat a ketogenic diet as much as possible and intermittent fast daily. My functional doctor shared this endocrinologist’s report with me today. The nurse wrote things that were not true, taken out of context, even some made up. Said I fasted and only ate when I was hungry. True. Then she said I didn’t eat 3 meals a day as my doctor had suggested. No one has ever suggested this to me and if they did, I wouldn’t follow it. They wanted me to change my pump settings and wanted me to call them for every blood sugar reading under 80. I feel great in the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s and have a 4.9 A1C, average of 94. The settings they wanted on my pump would put me back to A1C over 6. I told them I want to stay under 6 as studies have shown 5% brain shrinkage per year with those carrying higher A1Cs. They thought I didn’t take my diabetes seriously - they are so wrong. It is a daily battle and I wish there were more choices in my area for endocrinologists who don’t endorse SAD, eating 3-5 meals a day, and happy with ADA recommendations for T1D to carry A1C’s around 7. I won’t be going back and thankfully my functional doctor will order my needed bloodwork and write the scripts for insulin and test strips. Next will be to get a continuous glucose monitor and i think this will help with hypoglycemia- as every day in a T1D life is different. What maintained ( diet/exercise) blood sugar in the 80s and 90s one day can result in low blood sugar the next - doing exactly the same thing. It is like balancing a yo yo 🤣
My sugar level is high...so I'm trying to bring this down to myself through fasting....I've lost 40lbs as of today....I feel great even though my sugar level usually stays high...I've done 24, 48, and 1 72 hour fast....I don't have ANY problems fasting....I'm half native American so I know they suffer from diabetes....my doctor says my lab work is good....he says I'm very healthy...I'm half scandinavian too and I don't know what markers they carry as far as diabetes....I was 283.8 Oct.1....I'm 243.8 Oct.31....you saved my life Dr Eric Berg and thank you for all your kind videos...the one about some of my friends even calling me crazy...lol....I still love them and some of them are even asking me how I did it...I referred them to your life-giving videos....I will keep up this new way of life and post more later....oh, I'm 53 and male...just letting you know. Thanks again
WOW I love this channel I have learned so mush this week since I found you Dr Berg thank you for everythign I am 65 and I am taking my life back and you have given me the courage to do it with your information.
One thing that is never addressed is age. What a active person in there 20's should be versus what a sedentary senior should be are 2 different things! The Geriatric society states normal blood sugar A1C should be between 7 + 7.5 Try telling that to a doctor who thinks everyone should have a A1C below 5.6! The numbers are also higher for blood pressure + BMI too. I will not call them a doctor when they lump everyone together!
it's amazing how incompetent the medical community is. I would take one mans humble expert opinion (Dr. Eric Bergs) over the authority of thousands when it comes to medicine, or any subject matter.
I'm literally crying. I'm so thankful for this man and the information he provides. I started learning from him & following his lead & am 1000000% healthier. Am also applying everything to my mom & daughter now & our lives are becoming so much better.
I simply became aware of sugar consumption and try to keep it down to ~30 gm max per day (so no soda, for example.) Sometimes that's all it takes - awareness. HbA1c (which we agree is not perfect, but still pretty good indicator) went from 5.8 to 5.1 in a few months. So these videos may help people with higher levels, they can also turn those of us on the borderline around and headed in the right direction.
Dr Berg, thank you very much for these easy to follow and direct videos. I'm in my 30s and wish I knew all of this when I was 18. I have gone from 252lbs to 185lbs January to November, with a goal of reaching 162-165. Your work and the the work of other fine true health professionals is turning my life around. Thank you very much and God bless you and your family.
Great channel, Dr. Berg, thank you for providing helpful information! With diet (similar to keto), regular/daily intermittent fasting and exercise, I have lost 80lbs and totally reversed my Type 2 Diabetes. I was diagnosed with diabetes, hypertension and acid reflux in 2006 and was prescribed 4 medications, and then started insulin in 2010. But around summer of 2017, I decided to put the information on your, and others, channel to use. And over a year ago my doctor gradually took me off all medications. Today I'm not on any medications. My blood sugars range from 72 to 88, my blood pressure 110/72. I'm an American living in the Philippines so my biggest challenge is getting enough vegetables. All vegetables are seasonal here and broccoli is almost $3/lb! But these are minor challenges! Thanks again!!
Dr. Eric Berg, you are just brilliant. You are helping millions with your knowledge through your videos. Whole world is watching you and benefiting from your knowledge. Cheers!
I have now following Dr. Berg's diet plan and though it all forms part of my meal even earlier, I have cut off all the carbs from my diet. I have lost so much weight now and eating this way also motivates one to exercise and be on track. My blood sugars are normal now and my doc. has taken me off from taking the diabetes meds. I am now forwarding Dr. Berg's health info. to all close family so they could benefit too. I thank you immensely Dr. Berg for being such a great source of health info. that you provide to everyone and sincerely appreciate it. I love watching your videos all the time that provide such important health info.
I saw a great TEDTalk (link escapes me) that explained that we could use the blood sugar testing of 1-2 hours after the meal to detect the foods that we (personally) should be avoiding and/or should be consuming. The reactive (bad for me) foods would spike blood sugar more, and non reactive (good for me) would not spike the blood sugar that much. This will help us build a perfect meal plan that is good and healthy for us! Remember we are all different and some things good for one person are bad for someone else.
You have to test just before eating to know if numbers after eating are good or not. At 1 hour after you see how much your sugars rose, at 2 hours they should be coming back down. But you have to know your before food numbers to understand your after food numbers.
Thanks Dr. Berg. I’ve been following you since I watched your video on what is happening when doing IF. It gives me a motivation to start. I am type 2 D. So im still working out dropping my reading. Every time I see another video, you add my understanding and more motivated just like this one. I’m sure many people benefit from your unselfishness. Luv u
I was diagnosed a year ago with Type 2. Dr put me on metformin twice a day. I was taking edarbychlor for my blood pressure. I have now developed problems with my blood pressure because my blood work is showing high with my tryglicerides 😲. Staying away from carbs still reading more information. I’m concerned about my blood pressure now. I’m glad I found video.
I have been struggling for years not knowing what my problem is now I check my blood sugar after a meal and eat according to my blood sugar level thanks for your help this will forever change my life.
HbA1c is absolutely critical when assessing blood glucose over time. The HbA1c is used for diagnostic purposes where an isolated BS level can’t. The HbA1c is a great measurement for those on a keto diet who’d track the progress of moving away from metabolic syndrome.
Thanks for the info, Dr.Berg. I was pre-diabetic and mentioned to my podiatrist the wound on one of my toes which was a friction burn from my winter shoes. I then noticed the following month a similar wound on the similar toe but on the other foot. I then noticed a further red patch on the outer edge of the ball of my foot. I'm off to see the nurse on Wednesday and will ask her how my feet are doing as I have been doing keto for 6 or 7 weeks and there is no longer any itching (which was driving me nuts at night) and the wounds seem to be healing too. I'm convinced it's the keto diet. :)
Thank you for your videos Dr in June 2021 my bs was 350 A1C was 13.9 in October 18 2021 A1C dropped to 7.0 not perfect but I'm excited thank you for all your videos. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
96 days on clean ketogenic diet with 18/6 IF and I lost 26 lbs ( was 209 now 183lbs) my blood glucose down from 177 to 105 at 1.5 hr after dinner also I have no more acid reflux!! I’m loving this diet! Oh and I just turned 55 ! Thank you Dr Berg!!! 🤩🇺🇸
Hi Doc. Thanks to all your knowledge I been on keto just over 2 weeks. I've tried everything previously without any success I was 288 pounds and feeling crap , i was up 4 to 5 times a night urinating, pre diabetic, now I'm down to 256 pounds and feeling great . My aim is 180 pounds or less, Love all your information Thanks for helping me and saving my life
I never knew that. I always thought my "hemoglobin A1C" would tell me how my sugars were doing the last three months and that I should be checking blood sugars 1-2 hours after eating. this is cool. thank you so much doctor berg.
Wowww this info is just amazing !! I have never tested my blood sugar post meal . No one told me 😞 !! Now that I know will surely do it !! Thank you so much Dr Berg 💖💖💖
Truthfully I've learned more on here than from any doctor office visit. Doctors these days never want to explain anything, seems they all just want to push medicines!
Dennis at utube Beat Duabities is great. He taught me to test after different meals to see what I can tolerate. Really help to find your best meal plans, holebit helpsvyou
This is the best video, by far, of the explanation of blood sugars. I have a Dexcom G6, so I have instant feed back on as ny food I try. Thank you Dr. Berg for the encouragement to keep doing what I'm doing. It may take a long time to get back normal glucose levels but I'll willing to work and wait.
I listen again after six months , as a diabetic this is a reasonable recommendation. My HBAIC is now 5.4% , my fasting blood sugar was 99 mg/dL. It is not keto but work hard to keep to under 65 grams total carbohydrates. I do eact vegetables and berry fruit. Blackberry with Greek yogurt. I feel I need the fiber.
Very low carb Omad for a week/ with the meal at lunchtime- brought me into the 80s and 90s after years of struggling- still bouncing up some, but I never thought I’d get there- never used the meds except for two weeks when I had to use insulin.
In South Africa, we measure our sugar levels with mmol/ L. Once converted, the acceptable range is 4(72) to 7.8 (140) - this is the fasting test. Why is your max 110? My story thus far, has been following your great videos, starting on 14 Nov 2019 at 288, using IF, 20/4 and very strict diet(keto) training twice a day, it is now 117, my target is 90-85 (30 Nov 2019)
It use to be 140 for the high here (USA),several years ago that was changed. I really believe has to do more with push from big pharma. The numbers for blood pressure were lowered about the same time.
This is the most informative and solution-oriented video you have done in a long time. We need more videos like this one to help manage our health and in turn, our mental welfare focusing on what and solutions in the same video.
You've mentioned benfotiamine in the past for the neuropathy and retinopathy. After three or four quarterly extended fasts separated by healthy keto practices, I decided to try this, and eventually added magnesium threonate. I rarely, if ever, feel anything resembling neuropathy. The one caveat is that I began feeling the retinopathy after being diagnosed diabetic (A1c 7.2) and was already reversing my diabetes. The major point, though, is that it worked for me, and that IMO, diabetics should try it and keto, and not give up hope. I think I had some neuropathy for about a year. I did take your diabetic support for about 90 days, but I don't know what role it may have played. Other things that may have played a role are cinnamon (tablets and in my black tea), astaxanthin, ACV, and lemon juice in my water. I'd be skeptical of those, though, WRT neuropathy. As for retinopathy, I'm sure the stuff in the first paragraph helped, but really what most worried my doctor was the ischemia, which was brought down with blood pressure medication, of which I new take the smallest dose of Lisinopril (5mg.) I'm off and on it, hoping to be completely off it if I lose more weight, because I estimate that's a factor. _Interestingly enough, nobody ever mentioned the possibility of prediabetes until I was later diagnosed._ That probably cost me a lot of beta cells and more trouble than I would have had if I'd been diagnosed when I had my "hypertensive crisis." On the flip side, I did see a lot of specialists for my feet, eyes, kidneys, etc. While that should have provided clues that I was diabetic but not "technically," it really just ran up a lot of bills and led to inadequate treatments. In fact, I serendipitously discovered what helped me most before keto: magnesium. The doctors, who again, should have alerted me, did not. I feel this is particularly true of the neurologist, but also the nephrologist. Bottom line: There are were many symptoms that I know now are classic symptoms of hyperinsulinemia (basically, diabetes) and they began so early, first with hypertension and chronic spinal pain, that the state of medicine in regard to diet is truly shameful. Pretty much every doctor I saw, which was in excess of a dozen in total, had an opportunity to alert me to the possibility, and I was never tested for hyperinsulinemia AFTER my A1c was officially "diabetic"-and that was a test I ordered, having become informed by you and Dr Fung, Dr Berg.
Unbelievably excellent doctor..... I have low blood sugar because I don't eat very much anymore and I have a tough time keeping my blood sugar up so I don't have symptoms like dizzy nausea chest pain and trembling muscle cramping and annoying heart palpitations they get on my nerves! due to me being in Extreme Weight Loss mode
Glad you finally mentioned, in this video, how in some circumstances the loss of Beta cells of the Pancreas might be causing some issues. I have posted this fact on several TH-camr videos when it comes to T2D glucose levels. This can become more problematic in trying to control blood glucose levels. Supposedly there are tests that show how high glucose levels can actually destroy those Beta cells. If ones Insulin Resistance is singly responsible for Diabetes then you do stand a chance of truly reversing(curing?) however if loss of Beta cells, which causes lower insulin production, is also contributing then fully reversing Diabetes(Type 2) can only be achieved by a controlled diet. This is where actual insulin levels should be measured using tests to help determine. C-peptide, etc 2 weeks ago I was seeing fasting blood glucose levels in the 70s-80s with the occasional 60's, which I was quite happy to see. I'm T2D since 2011 btw. For the last several days however mine are back up in the 90's and I'm trying to figure out why. Keto diet and fully fat adapted at this point. Verified using Keto-Mojo for Ketone levels. I use a different meter for blood glucose however. Love your videos.
Type 2 diabetes is NOT a chronic and progressive condition. Reason - there are 2 theories out there. Dr berg here talked about one theory - that is "destruction of beta cells" which looks as if the damage is not reversible. So, the main stream medical science is more than happy to embrace this theory since it advocates no cure. But there is another well validated theory (clinically proven by Dr jason fung) - that is ectopic fat theory (not just abdominal fat because some obese people may not have diabetes but skinny people do). Ectopic fat targets our organs (especially pancreas which blocks the insulin release NOT due to destruction of beta cells). 36 hrs fasting reverses fatty liver and 72 to 105 hrs fasting/week for 2 to 6 months gets rid of the ectopic fat which accumulated in pancreas. Combine fasting with keto, otherwise it is a waste of time. The second theory advocates cure. The definition of cure is even if you eat a big high carb meal eg mashed potato, your post meal blood sugar should be between 80 to 100. But consuming excess refined carbs (polished rice, bread, pasta, cereals, sugary drinks) can create ectopic fat again. So, the logic is eat unrefined carbs, moderate protein and fat to sustain the cure
this is the first time i m writing even though watching u since past few years ; please make me your student ; i am a medical doctor and always learned from u
Dr Berg, can you advise what can be ideal breakfast, lunch , dinner consist of with some examples for vegetarians and also that for diabetics person. Thanks for advising...I liked your vedio and it's very much help and easy to understand thanks
This makes sense to me as I am on strick Keto but could never have my blood sugar under 90, and realised that I'm extreme iron deficiency, so this could possibly be the reason that I'll never get a low blood sugar.
Dear Dr. Erik Berg you are saving my life, this is true blessing for me to find you Now I been watching you for a while and you are changing my life for good. If Angels exist then you must be the true angel because you are helping people sharing your knowledge making people understand and giving them hope for a better life healthy life. Thank you for helping me to find the way to help myself with my illness . I am living on whole spectrum of vegetables, lentils , beans, seeds, eggs and some meat and healthy food and I am getting better and better. We are what we eat. Then we have the poison in the environment but at least we can try to get stronger to be able to face that. Thank you 🙏🏼❤️
Dr Berg: I’ve recently come across a few videos from other Dr like yourself whose focus is Keto, T2D, IR, OMAD, etc. One in particular has put out a few videos demystifying the pancreas and sharing various studies pointing more to a fatty liver as being the true root of all these problems. What do you think and would you be willing to put out a video on this? Thanks.
I love all your videos, I been doing keto for about 3 month now, you provide so much information that I find vital as a newbie. Although I cant figure out why my urine strips are always resulting in moderate ketosis, but my blood ketones only measure low or 0.3. I recently got my blood tested and I am low on iron and vitamin d. Your video explains so much, there are so many factors involved...I'm just going to keep going and see where it leads. I am losing weight, 1 lb roughly a week. Thanks for all you do!
I lost 16lbs n my doc was mad cause he said my a1c was still not low enough I don't understand its weight that hasn't moved in a year cause of covid I was so happy😐
January 13th I was admitted to the hospital with 1400 glucose levels. Good thing my wife and kids knew I was going in and out of a sugar coma. After 3 days in ICU and 10 days total in the hospital I was sent home. Although my vision is still somewhat off (doc says that should normalize in most cases" my premeal sugar has been between 91 and 114, I dropped 30 pounds (and keeping it off) and my BP is down to ~ 125/75 (from 190 /82). Docs in the hospital communicated I am lucky to be alive...I am know taking control of my health and diet.
Another thing is activity. Moderate, daily excercise will lower these numbers. I know Dr berg does not like to push excercising, but even just increased movement will help.
My oh my! Another priceless video experience. Dr. Berg, you are truly brilliant, in fact you are a blessing to many including me, thank you very much for going beyond the call of duty!🙏💯✅💐 Your diversion was absolutely amazing!
Thank you so much Dr. Berg. An ardent fan of yours. You somehow magically upload videos about issues that I’m bothered with. I was really searching for answers for blood glucose from the last two days. Now we have it here. Thanks again. Stay blessed.
Well, if you allow me I would like to explain something. First of all, hba1C is a very good indicator if the person has no issues with b12 or iron or any related to RBCs. Second, FBS is not usually 80, the normal range is 70-110, so any number between this is normal, every body is unique, not all humans are same. Third, I agree with you on post meal sugar, but I disagree on the numbers, it's up to 140, not 120. Seen that you talk about insulin resistance, there is a specific test for it and excellent indicator which is triglycerides and the ratio with HDL. When the ratio is high, it means insulin resistance. I really like your topics, keep going
Can u pls tell...what is the specific test for insulin resistance? And how to measure triglyceride hdl ratio to know if am insulin resistance....am 38 yrs female....was taking metformin 2000mg per day as dr prescribed even my blood sugar came down to normal range for long time...but recently I hv stopped taking medication on my own n doing intermittent fasting....yesterday I checked my Bs after meal ie after approx 45 mnts of lunch meal...it came 140mg/dl....is it normal? Why Dr berg said upto 100 is normal after 2 hrs of eating? Isnt 140 the normal range of ppbs?
@@jasmineworld6175 Well, as researchs say, post meal is best way to know your status regarding diabetes or pre diabetes, because it gives you an idea how your sugar spikes and insulin working together and how your cells accepting this. Regarding the normal values, post meal should be taken between 1-2 hours after meal and should be up to 140mg. I think your blood sugar is under control, intermittent fasting and sport will improve your status. You can monitor with hba1C as long as no other conditions could interact with the results such as b12 or iron deficiency. Triglycerides and HDL ratio will show insulin resistance too by divide the TG ON hdl.
I'm so frustrated Dr. Berg! I was doing keto and IF and was able to stop taking insulin, lost 39 pounds in 3 months. Now I have gastroparesis from long term diabetes. I can't digest fats and protein, and my blood sugar spikes high and drops low constantly, even though I'm only surviving on clear liquids now. I'm so weak, in pain and constantly nauseous! My doctor is of no help. I'm waiting to see a specialist, but it could take months. I don't know what to do....
I cannot thank you enough for your important work Dr. Berg. I have lost 60 pounds and have recovered from chronic fatigue & fibromyalgia to the extent that I can work part time and come home to the E. coast to help my father who is insulin resistant & on all those toxic meds. The fogginess in the head is his chief complaint that comes & goes, but it's preventing him from working. All the MRIs aren't going to find the cause. I believe it's a side effect from at least one of the meds. The doc I found at least told him he's insulin resistant. That's a huge start!!! I have hope.
Dr Berg you are very bright. If I was your neighbour you wouldn't have peace. Morning mid day evening. So much information to go by. Very helpful thankyou
Thank you Dr. Berg! I’ve been following you when your number of subscribers was only 500k and look at you now, fantastic! I wish I was little more disciplined in this keto lifestyle, lol but I’m still trying. My A1c was slightly elevated lately so now is my chance to start living healthy as I’m running out of excuses. Thanks again👍☀️🤗
After Keto and IF for nearly four months, I have dropped my A1c from 7.2 to 6.2. My goal is to erase the insulin resistance and get my daily numbers in the 80s. I'm still on three meds, but have cut them in half. Still need them to help lower my numbers....for now! Thank you Dr. Berg! You are amazing! (FYI: The meds are pioglitazone, glimepiride and Januvia.)
Hi, Dr. Berg! About a year ago, I had blood tests done and my GP assured me that my fasting blood sugar of 104 was nothing to worry about. Since then, I've gone gluten free and cut out processed food. I now eat a balanced diet of carbs, protein, dairy and gluten free grains, all home-cooked meals. I've always been underweight, anemic (iron deficiency) and had trouble digesting food and I think I have leaky gut, so I've been taking probiotics. You're the only doctor I trust. Please let me know what tests I should get done and if keto is for me, as I need to gain weight. I need to fix this once and for all. Thank you!
@@contrarian717 Easy to gain weight without worrying about blood sugar spikes all you have to do is just eat more fat. Try some delicious keto peanut butter cups if you want. Then after you get to a healthier weight you can reduce your fat intake.
@@LetoAtreides82 thanks, but I do 200g macadamia nutbutter a day (that's 1436 calories), 4eggs a day. Rest is chicken or fish, berries etc. But slowly dropping...
@@LetoAtreides82 yes now you're going to corner me. Say 2000 and quite active, low intensity though. Yes I realize.. Have this continues battle of hating to overeat vs I need to eat more to gain. I truly believe in we as humans generally over eat and it's not healthy. I like to eat sensible and have discipline and stop at the 80% fullness mark. But yes I know.. Thanks for your help, guess I'll just need to find a different way...
Dr Berg, Thank you for your knowledge & time to make these videos so others (such as myself) can help ourselves to become & be healthy again. You are truly a gifted man & very much appreciated!
Informative video on glucose tolerance. I like this approach because you can test at home. However, I always obtain an insulin level with glucose levels and they can be performed fasting and 2 hours after a meal. Insulin provides a better indication of insulin resistance.
That’s a smart approach to a somewhat crude science. Blood glucose and insulin levels are variable, and fluctuating depending on so many factors. It’s a real challenge to be a hard core diabetic living in a world of carbs. It takes a savvy person to manage his/her disease properly. Sorry to go on and on!
I’ve been type 2 since 2009. I check my sugar most every day after typically 12-18 hours of fasting. I’ve only twice had a reading below 100 in nearly 11 years. Most days I average 145-200. I try and stay low carb and no sugar. Haven’t drank a soda since 2000. I take 1,000 mg of Metformin twice daily, 25 mg of Oseni once daily, Losartin, B12 and Bitter Melon. I take high fiber doses daily. I stay active and exercise often. Nothing works for getting my blood sugar in specs. I really hate diabetes.
I know your comment was a long time ago but just wanted to ask, have you tried prolonged fasting like 36 hr every couple of weeks? It might help. Hope you’re doing well.
Ive been on keto for 6-7 mo and was at 6.4 AIC lab results. My recent 2 hr post meal readings are between 102-107. Im glad you said about the 2 hr post meal because I also use that to see where Im at. Not quite there but will be tested again early April. Plan to be under 6.0 hopefully.
Great video! My glucose levels, which rank below 80 in a fasting state, hit 170 after a full glass of apple/carrot extract. (24 ounces). Fructose = POISON.
G'day, you know what brought me to your site, when i was lying in ED for 12 hours crying inside thinking what have I done to cause a heart attack December 2018, marathon runner x 13 etc, etc, I came to my own conclusion that it had to be sugar. One thing marathon runners do is carb load. I have 11 years of cholesterol results (not high).. but my fasting glucose (over 11 years) was high. So I then started to use fruit and cheese to run. Nearly 2 months since quitting sugar (27th December 2018 ) I'm back to 24km runs (with a stent) but now I use body fat for energy but I was wondering how does it work... losing 7.7kg or just over 16 pounds so far and now i'm watching you. I'm quitting protein powders but that's another story.
This was eye opening. I have been under the assumption that A1C was the gold standard for determining whether one was pre-diabetic or diabetic. Thank you for enlightening me Dr. Berg, about the various conditions that can confound the accuracy of the A1C.
After 150 days of *KETO* and *IF* and loosing *15kg*, following are my blood test results: Cholesterol: 200 (from 226) Triglyceride: 120 (from 328) LDL: 135 (from 140) HDL: 40 (prev. was also 40) VLDL: 24 (from 60) *HbA1C* : 5.8% (from 5.48%) Glucose Fasting: 91 (from 80) I'm only worried why *HbA1C* increased? it should have been lower like lipid etc. What should I do? Pls help
Dr. Berg, I think another reason for higher blood sugar is peripheral insulin resistance intentionally created by the body in response to fasting or the so-called "dawn effect." I routinely have morning fasting glucose between 103-109mg/dL after not eating from the night before, which concerned me. A few years ago I did have an HbA1c of 5.8%, which is pre-diabetic, so I started low-carb eating and eventually started intermittent fasting (20/4). Today, my HbA1c is 5.1%, which is normal, but I still had glucose of 109 mg/dL on the same draw. I asked my doc to check C-RP and insulin also. C-RP is 0.4 on a range of
I think I’m in the same boat. Fasting glucose is the same range as yours. I eat keto as well. I even did a oral glucose test, 75g of glucose while fasting and blood glucose went from 104 to 150 and back to 103 in less then 2 hrs. Normal keto meal it never goes above 130. But tends to not go below 100. Even if I workout, 1 hr walk or something still won’t drop below 100. Even fasted exercise. I feel totally great. I’m a 37 year old 5’10” male 183lbs, weight has never been over 200lbs in my life. I am a former nicotine user of 20 years though. I don’t drink.
there is another type of diabetes called MODY, which matches your sympthoms, if you have low insuline levels(low but in range), no triglicerids, you are not fat, no IR, you better ask a doctor for it because it could be LADA too
It's not accurate. Why would you want to measure that? You know, sometimes when I fast for 23 hours, I get a high reading in 120's (When I started measuring, woke up the first day and found it 300), because liver is pushing glycogen into blood stream in the form of glucose. So, it's normal to be higher than usual, and with fatty liver, it surely would be higher.
I was doing so well for 2 weeks and was dying for a pumpkin spice latte and a blueberry muffin so I checked my blood sugar and it was 5.7 mmol/l after a very very low almost non-existent-carb meal and thought why not, it looks fine, right? And then now I’ve fallen off the bandwagon. I failed myself.
Dr Berg I am in my mid 50's I was diagnosed as diabetic last spring. I also have Beta thalessemia how can I be certain of the accuracy of my A1C numbers.
I'm at the beginning of starting a keto diet and intermittent fasting - I see ratios for the type of foods not not amounts necessarily, I've watched quite a few Berg's videos but haven't seen a definitive or suggested healthy amount. I'm mid 50's, Clydesdale seemingly racing toward the 300 club, I've always been 200 plus since high school /college days at my leanest, there's a lot of information out there but Berg seems to be some of the best.
A professor of Pathology, who runs a major pathology lab, gave a lecture a few months back - and provided the statistic that you would need to do more than 100,000 glucose blood tests to reach the same accuracy as the HbA1c.
Eric, thanks for the eye opening and. I am on the outside edge with 118 BSR. I actually got yelled at by my doctor for me checking my blood sugar. Diabetes runs in the family. So I bought a test kit to see what I was getting for numbers ,my body does use up the increase after a meal . I started to track the foods for the most sugar spike. So I took that one off the list. Thanks .Wade
My doctor doesn't wan to write me a script for the glucometer. Said my glucose was not high enough. Dr. Said that they don't recommend glucometer until a1c is above 9!!?? Mine was 6.8.
@@latonyadavis3134 I would get a new doctor. My number was in the 8.5 region and after I told her my insurance covered it, she wrote a prescription. Picked it up same day. It has been a life saver. It is really interesting to see the effects of food on your body.
Why eat veg only also spike ? Today (22/05/23) I steam and ate bitter melon, eggplant, shiitake mushrooms, cut raw capsicum, cut raw red onions, half fresh lemon juice and fish paste (no flour, no preservatives, only filtered water tenggiri fish tofu fish and himalaya salt) garnish 2walnut, 2pecan, 1 Brazil nut. May I know why ?
I’m doing the keto diet and changing my blood glucose levels! 66 days and my levels went from 500 in the hospital to under 100 as of today, yes! I eat no sugar or grains.
Amazing keep up the great work
Thats awesome !!!
Wow
Awesome guess I should keep going...mine was around 300 when I started last week and now most are around 160. I had been discouraged but will keep up IF and keto
Congrats! Have you taken any medications before? Because my HbA1c doesn't go down and my fasting sugar doesn't go down, I followed the strict keto diet and all Dr. Berg tips. Please advise.
I am 71, I have been in Ketosis for a year and a half, and IF (OMAD) for 1 year. I had high blood pressure, A1C of 14, degenerative disc disease, and weighted 334 pounds. As of today, I am no longer on meds for blood pressure or diabetes, I am down 135 lbs, and A1C of 5.3! I was so depressed that I didn’t take before pictures. I can’t find a way to add photos. Thank you for your help in making this possible. I have given up TV for college degree on TH-cam. I have 48 lbs to go and I am taking Ben Azadi’s advice and doing 5-1-1 schedule. God Bless!
Nice job!!
Can you explain the process you followed to come off the BP meds?
I totally get that. I was not taking pictures of myself all throughout my 30s. I hated the way that I looked and I was 5 foot 2 and 207 pounds and my highest was 215 pounds and size 18. When 5 foot 2, I only need to be 130 or 125 pounds. At 150 I can feel it in my hips and knees. I'm about 145 now. I'm a size 8, I was a 16 for a long time. I got to 127 in Aug 2019 (size 6) and then Nov 2019 hit and I gained some. Then I gained TONS in 2020. We all did. Now I'm back to 145 down from 160. I can't believe I was up to 160 in Sep 2020. My hips were in so much pain. I take MANY pictures of myself now. I love the way I look. Ah maz ing.
Your goal weight is 87lbs? That sounds preposterous. You'd make Kate Moss look heavy. Just curious because that sounds like a math error to me.
Thanks Donna, that is inspiring as I am in a similar situation looking for guidance. This Dr Berg is a Godsend.
Good luck.
John.
Took me 3yrs on intermittent fasting and a ketogenic diet to bring my A1C in normal range. Severely insulin resistant for years unknowingly. Keto and fasting are my life now and are credited for my healing and fantastic quality of health/life today!
Can I ask what your a1c was 3yrs ago and where you are today? Also were you able to stop any meds?
Hi J Agu, I was diagnosed with an A1C of 11.5 Today, it is 5.4 I didn’t take any medication. Just a strict ketogenic diet and fasting.
Wow! That is awesome! Congratulations on your success! You give me hope! My inspiration to succeed is to get off of all the crappy chems they prescribed me. I'm glad to see 1st hand that you have done so well. Thank you.
J Agu. I wish you good health! Just know that with dedication and perseverance this plan works! And the best part, you can do it without medication as a T2D.
Thomas Keets That’s wonderful, Thomas. You really took charge of you health. I’m so proud of you.👏👍🏻
I was a T2D before keto, my sugar is now in the low 80's. After less than 4 months, my A1C dropped to normal. I refused all medications. I teach everyone who asks keto free now to help as many people as I possibly can.
Good for you, that's great!!
Yes! Keto is definitely a viable treatment (if not cure) for type 2!
I was having so much success with it for 3 months, but now I have gastroparesis and can't digest anything-especially fats and protein. I'm only having broth, but my blood sugar is up and down out of control due to the gastroparesis!
Im type2 and on METFORMIN for 8 years but now I stopped all meds and my daily testing is getting lower around 101 115 went from A1C8.4 down to 6 and now I bet even lower
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Dude, you make me want to be a doctor just to spread this information.... People need this help in an ungodly number...
Ran ...you are truly inspired...you mean?
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I have been on keto and IF for just 2 1/2 weeks now. I am prediabetic and have a glucose meter and taking my blood sugar and it keeps going down. 2 hours post dinner it's now at 85! That's so awesome, it hasn't been normal like that in a long time! Thank you Dr. Berg!
Might i ask how did you find out you were pre-diabetic?
Im on keto
Just curious on blood glucose so i got a meter today. But im real anxious and actually afraid to see results
Dr. Berg you and Dr. Fung have got me fasting and eating right also using The proper supplements I wish I would’ve found out about you two guys years ago. Now I’ve lowered myA1C from 8.9 to 6.1 in two months and will keep this life style forever thank you so much 🙏🏽
This is awesome for you. Can you please tell me what supplements you are taking that is helping you to bring your A1c down? Thankyou so much in advance!
@@NansGlobalKitchen Dr Berg recommended Berberine to bring your blood sugars down
in 18th of January 2019, my fasting blood glucose was 201, 377 after two hours of eating, and A1C was 9.8%. In 13th of February, my blood glucose was 92 fasting, 120 after two hours of eating, and A1C was 6%, in less than a month. Thanks to Ketogenic diet and IF.
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Very nice!!!
Wowza!! Good for you! Keto is King!🌞
Can you somehow provide proof without showing your personal info?
This would be amazing to see with my own eyes :)
were you still taking your medication?
Just had appointment with new endocrinologist. I have been a type 1 diabetic for 8 years, adult onset. Have had a pump for about 5 years. I eat a ketogenic diet as much as possible and intermittent fast daily. My functional doctor shared this endocrinologist’s report with me today. The nurse wrote things that were not true, taken out of context, even some made up. Said I fasted and only ate when I was hungry. True. Then she said I didn’t eat 3 meals a day as my doctor had suggested. No one has ever suggested this to me and if they did, I wouldn’t follow it. They wanted me to change my pump settings and wanted me to call them for every blood sugar reading under 80. I feel great in the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s and have a 4.9 A1C, average of 94. The settings they wanted on my pump would put me back to A1C over 6. I told them I want to stay under 6 as studies have shown 5% brain shrinkage per year with those carrying higher A1Cs. They thought I didn’t take my diabetes seriously - they are so wrong. It is a daily battle and I wish there were more choices in my area for endocrinologists who don’t endorse SAD, eating 3-5 meals a day, and happy with ADA recommendations for T1D to carry A1C’s around 7. I won’t be going back and thankfully my functional doctor will order my needed bloodwork and write the scripts for insulin and test strips. Next will be to get a continuous glucose monitor and i think this will help with hypoglycemia- as every day in a T1D life is different. What maintained ( diet/exercise) blood sugar in the 80s and 90s one day can result in low blood sugar the next - doing exactly the same thing. It is like balancing a yo yo 🤣
My sugar level is high...so I'm trying to bring this down to myself through fasting....I've lost 40lbs as of today....I feel great even though my sugar level usually stays high...I've done 24, 48, and 1 72 hour fast....I don't have ANY problems fasting....I'm half native American so I know they suffer from diabetes....my doctor says my lab work is good....he says I'm very healthy...I'm half scandinavian too and I don't know what markers they carry as far as diabetes....I was 283.8 Oct.1....I'm 243.8 Oct.31....you saved my life Dr Eric Berg and thank you for all your kind videos...the one about some of my friends even calling me crazy...lol....I still love them and some of them are even asking me how I did it...I referred them to your life-giving videos....I will keep up this new way of life and post more later....oh, I'm 53 and male...just letting you know. Thanks again
WOW I love this channel I have learned so mush this week since I found you Dr Berg thank you for everythign I am 65 and I am taking my life back and you have given me the courage to do it with your information.
Evelyn Horsley Dr. Berg has been a Godsend for me too❤️
One thing that is never addressed is age. What a active person in there 20's should be versus what a sedentary senior should be are 2 different things! The Geriatric society states normal blood sugar A1C should be between 7 + 7.5 Try telling that to a doctor who thinks everyone should have a A1C below 5.6! The numbers are also higher for blood pressure + BMI too.
I will not call them a doctor when they lump everyone together!
it's amazing how incompetent the medical community is.
I would take one mans humble expert opinion (Dr. Eric Bergs) over the authority of thousands when it comes to medicine, or any subject matter.
62 here and doing the same!
I'm literally crying. I'm so thankful for this man and the information he provides. I started learning from him & following his lead & am 1000000% healthier. Am also applying everything to my mom & daughter now & our lives are becoming so much better.
I simply became aware of sugar consumption and try to keep it down to ~30 gm max per day (so no soda, for example.) Sometimes that's all it takes - awareness. HbA1c (which we agree is not perfect, but still pretty good indicator) went from 5.8 to 5.1 in a few months. So these videos may help people with higher levels, they can also turn those of us on the borderline around and headed in the right direction.
Dr Berg, thank you very much for these easy to follow and direct videos. I'm in my 30s and wish I knew all of this when I was 18. I have gone from 252lbs to 185lbs January to November, with a goal of reaching 162-165. Your work and the the work of other fine true health professionals is turning my life around. Thank you very much and God bless you and your family.
Great channel, Dr. Berg, thank you for providing helpful information!
With diet (similar to keto), regular/daily intermittent fasting and exercise, I have lost 80lbs and totally reversed my Type 2 Diabetes.
I was diagnosed with diabetes, hypertension and acid reflux in 2006 and was prescribed 4 medications, and then started insulin in 2010. But around summer of 2017, I decided to put the information on your, and others, channel to use. And over a year ago my doctor gradually took me off all medications. Today I'm not on any medications. My blood sugars range from 72 to 88, my blood pressure 110/72.
I'm an American living in the Philippines so my biggest challenge is getting enough vegetables. All vegetables are seasonal here and broccoli is almost $3/lb! But these are minor challenges! Thanks again!!
Did your doc not feel stupid about medicining you instead of cathing on to latest research?
Thanks so much.
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Dr. Eric Berg, you are just brilliant. You are helping millions with your knowledge through your videos. Whole world is watching you and benefiting from your knowledge. Cheers!
I have now following Dr. Berg's diet plan and though it all forms part of my meal even earlier, I have cut off all the carbs from my diet. I have lost so much weight now and eating this way also motivates one to exercise and be on track. My blood sugars are normal now and my doc. has taken me off from taking the diabetes meds. I am now forwarding Dr. Berg's health info. to all close family so they could benefit too. I thank you immensely Dr. Berg for being such a great source of health info. that you provide to everyone and sincerely appreciate it. I love watching your videos all the time that provide such important health info.
I saw a great TEDTalk (link escapes me) that explained that we could use the blood sugar testing of 1-2 hours after the meal to detect the foods that we (personally) should be avoiding and/or should be consuming. The reactive (bad for me) foods would spike blood sugar more, and non reactive (good for me) would not spike the blood sugar that much. This will help us build a perfect meal plan that is good and healthy for us! Remember we are all different and some things good for one person are bad for someone else.
@Tomasz Zima great information; thank you!
would you happen to remember the name of the TED Talk?
You have to test just before eating to know if numbers after eating are good or not. At 1 hour after you see how much your sugars rose, at 2 hours they should be coming back down. But you have to know your before food numbers to understand your after food numbers.
My b.s. was 75 this morning. Thank you Dr.Berg
Thanks Dr. Berg. I’ve been following you since I watched your video on what is happening when doing IF. It gives me a motivation to start. I am type 2 D. So im still working out dropping my reading. Every time I see another video, you add my understanding and more motivated just like this one. I’m sure many people benefit from your unselfishness. Luv u
I too have mastered my t2. Your lesson is correct. Thx Robert
I was diagnosed a year ago with Type 2. Dr put me on metformin twice a day. I was taking edarbychlor for my blood pressure. I have now developed problems with my blood pressure because my blood work is showing high with my tryglicerides 😲. Staying away from carbs still reading more information. I’m concerned about my blood pressure now. I’m glad I found video.
I have been struggling for years not knowing what my problem is now I check my blood sugar after a meal and eat according to my blood sugar level thanks for your help this will forever change my life.
I would love to see a video on gestational diabetes or blood glucose and pregnancy! Also, other videos on Keto and pregnancy and nursing!
Yes!! Iam a nursing mom on keto
Yes.. I am also looking for those videos
HbA1c is absolutely critical when assessing blood glucose over time. The HbA1c is used for diagnostic purposes where an isolated BS level can’t. The HbA1c is a great measurement for those on a keto diet who’d track the progress of moving away from metabolic syndrome.
Thanks for the info, Dr.Berg. I was pre-diabetic and mentioned to my podiatrist the wound on one of my toes which was a friction burn from my winter shoes. I then noticed the following month a similar wound on the similar toe but on the other foot. I then noticed a further red patch on the outer edge of the ball of my foot. I'm off to see the nurse on Wednesday and will ask her how my feet are doing as I have been doing keto for 6 or 7 weeks and there is no longer any itching (which was driving me nuts at night) and the wounds seem to be healing too. I'm convinced it's the keto diet. :)
Thank you for your videos Dr in June 2021 my bs was 350 A1C was 13.9 in October 18 2021 A1C dropped to 7.0 not perfect but I'm excited thank you for all your videos. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
I would like to say thank you for caring for other people and taking the time to help them. You have help me. Thank you and God Bless 🙏
96 days on clean ketogenic diet with 18/6 IF and I lost 26 lbs ( was 209 now 183lbs) my blood glucose down from 177 to 105 at 1.5 hr after dinner also I have no more acid reflux!! I’m loving this diet! Oh and I just turned 55 !
Thank you Dr Berg!!! 🤩🇺🇸
Hi Doc.
Thanks to all your knowledge I been on keto just over 2 weeks. I've tried everything previously without any success
I was 288 pounds and feeling crap , i was up 4 to 5 times a night urinating, pre diabetic, now I'm down to 256 pounds and feeling great . My aim is 180 pounds or less,
Love all your information
Thanks for helping me and saving my life
in 2 weeks you did this? Amazing!
I never knew that. I always thought my "hemoglobin A1C" would tell me how my sugars were doing the last three months and that I should be checking blood sugars 1-2 hours after eating. this is cool. thank you so much doctor berg.
Wowww this info is just amazing !! I have never tested my blood sugar post meal . No one told me 😞 !! Now that I know will surely do it !! Thank you so much Dr Berg 💖💖💖
Truthfully I've learned more on here than from any doctor office visit. Doctors these days never want to explain anything, seems they all just want to push medicines!
I totally agree with you !
I'm not even diabetic, but I plan to buy one of those diabetic testers just to check myself every so often.
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Dennis at utube Beat Duabities is great. He taught me to test after different meals to see what I can tolerate. Really help to find your best meal plans, holebit helpsvyou
This is the best video, by far, of the explanation of blood sugars. I have a Dexcom G6, so I have instant feed back on as ny food I try. Thank you Dr. Berg for the encouragement to keep doing what I'm doing. It may take a long time to get back normal glucose levels but I'll willing to work and wait.
I listen again after six months , as a diabetic this is a reasonable recommendation. My HBAIC is now 5.4% , my fasting blood sugar was 99 mg/dL. It is not keto but work hard to keep to under 65 grams total carbohydrates. I do eact vegetables and berry fruit. Blackberry with Greek yogurt. I feel I need the fiber.
Thank you for clarifying numbers. Gives me a better understanding of how much I need to work at it.
Very low carb Omad for a week/ with the meal at lunchtime- brought me into the 80s and 90s after years of struggling- still bouncing up some, but I never thought I’d get there- never used the meds except for two weeks when I had to use insulin.
In South Africa, we measure our sugar levels with mmol/ L. Once converted, the acceptable range is 4(72) to 7.8 (140) - this is the fasting test. Why is your max 110? My story thus far, has been following your great videos, starting on 14 Nov 2019 at 288, using IF, 20/4 and very strict diet(keto) training twice a day, it is now 117, my target is 90-85 (30 Nov 2019)
It use to be 140 for the high here (USA),several years ago that was changed. I really believe has to do more with push from big pharma. The numbers for blood pressure were lowered about the same time.
This is the most informative and solution-oriented video you have done in a long time.
We need more videos like this one to help manage our health and in turn, our mental welfare focusing on what and solutions in the same video.
Valuable info as usual.. thank U Dr. B!
Excellent life saving information. Thank you.
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Amazing informative video as always Dr Berg! Thank you for helping us all for free!
You've mentioned benfotiamine in the past for the neuropathy and retinopathy. After three or four quarterly extended fasts separated by healthy keto practices, I decided to try this, and eventually added magnesium threonate. I rarely, if ever, feel anything resembling neuropathy. The one caveat is that I began feeling the retinopathy after being diagnosed diabetic (A1c 7.2) and was already reversing my diabetes. The major point, though, is that it worked for me, and that IMO, diabetics should try it and keto, and not give up hope. I think I had some neuropathy for about a year.
I did take your diabetic support for about 90 days, but I don't know what role it may have played. Other things that may have played a role are cinnamon (tablets and in my black tea), astaxanthin, ACV, and lemon juice in my water. I'd be skeptical of those, though, WRT neuropathy.
As for retinopathy, I'm sure the stuff in the first paragraph helped, but really what most worried my doctor was the ischemia, which was brought down with blood pressure medication, of which I new take the smallest dose of Lisinopril (5mg.) I'm off and on it, hoping to be completely off it if I lose more weight, because I estimate that's a factor.
_Interestingly enough, nobody ever mentioned the possibility of prediabetes until I was later diagnosed._ That probably cost me a lot of beta cells and more trouble than I would have had if I'd been diagnosed when I had my "hypertensive crisis." On the flip side, I did see a lot of specialists for my feet, eyes, kidneys, etc. While that should have provided clues that I was diabetic but not "technically," it really just ran up a lot of bills and led to inadequate treatments. In fact, I serendipitously discovered what helped me most before keto: magnesium. The doctors, who again, should have alerted me, did not. I feel this is particularly true of the neurologist, but also the nephrologist.
Bottom line: There are were many symptoms that I know now are classic symptoms of hyperinsulinemia (basically, diabetes) and they began so early, first with hypertension and chronic spinal pain, that the state of medicine in regard to diet is truly shameful. Pretty much every doctor I saw, which was in excess of a dozen in total, had an opportunity to alert me to the possibility, and I was never tested for hyperinsulinemia AFTER my A1c was officially "diabetic"-and that was a test I ordered, having become informed by you and Dr Fung, Dr Berg.
What is a good/reliable blood glucose meter? Any recommendations?
Unbelievably excellent doctor..... I have low blood sugar because I don't eat very much anymore and I have a tough time keeping my blood sugar up so I don't have symptoms like dizzy nausea chest pain and trembling muscle cramping and annoying heart palpitations they get on my nerves! due to me being in Extreme Weight Loss mode
Glad you finally mentioned, in this video, how in some circumstances the loss of Beta cells of the Pancreas might be causing some issues. I have posted this fact on several TH-camr videos when it comes to T2D glucose levels. This can become more problematic in trying to control blood glucose levels. Supposedly there are tests that show how high glucose levels can actually destroy those Beta cells. If ones Insulin Resistance is singly responsible for Diabetes then you do stand a chance of truly reversing(curing?) however if loss of Beta cells, which causes lower insulin production, is also contributing then fully reversing Diabetes(Type 2) can only be achieved by a controlled diet. This is where actual insulin levels should be measured using tests to help determine. C-peptide, etc
2 weeks ago I was seeing fasting blood glucose levels in the 70s-80s with the occasional 60's, which I was quite happy to see. I'm T2D since 2011 btw. For the last several days however mine are back up in the 90's and I'm trying to figure out why. Keto diet and fully fat adapted at this point. Verified using Keto-Mojo for Ketone levels. I use a different meter for blood glucose however.
Love your videos.
Type 2 diabetes is NOT a chronic and progressive condition. Reason - there are 2 theories out there. Dr berg here talked about one theory - that is "destruction of beta cells" which looks as if the damage is not reversible. So, the main stream medical science is more than happy to embrace this theory since it advocates no cure.
But there is another well validated theory (clinically proven by Dr jason fung) - that is ectopic fat theory (not just abdominal fat because some obese people may not have diabetes but skinny people do). Ectopic fat targets our organs (especially pancreas which blocks the insulin release NOT due to destruction of beta cells). 36 hrs fasting reverses fatty liver and 72 to 105 hrs fasting/week for 2 to 6 months gets rid of the ectopic fat which accumulated in pancreas. Combine fasting with keto, otherwise it is a waste of time. The second theory advocates cure. The definition of cure is even if you eat a big high carb meal eg mashed potato, your post meal blood sugar should be between 80 to 100. But consuming excess refined carbs (polished rice, bread, pasta, cereals, sugary drinks) can create ectopic fat again. So, the logic is eat unrefined carbs, moderate protein and fat to sustain the cure
@@Dharmicaction very good reply.
Hope this is true.
I would be a very relieved boy
Would you recommend cinnamon as an effective supplement to help glucose metabolism?
this is the first time i m writing even though watching u since past few years ; please make me your student ; i am a medical doctor and always learned from u
Dr Berg, can you advise what can be ideal breakfast, lunch , dinner consist of with some examples for vegetarians and also that for diabetics person. Thanks for advising...I liked your vedio and it's very much help and easy to understand thanks
This makes sense to me as I am on strick Keto but could never have my blood sugar under 90, and realised that I'm extreme iron deficiency, so this could possibly be the reason that I'll never get a low blood sugar.
Just an amazing man.
I call you the world's Doctor.
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Fascinating. Thanks so much for sharing this. Take care & Happy Sunday. 💖🙂🐶
Dear Dr. Erik Berg you are saving my life, this is true blessing for me to find you Now I been watching you for a while and you are changing my life for good. If Angels exist then you must be the true angel because you are helping people sharing your knowledge making people understand and giving them hope for a better life healthy life. Thank you for helping me to find the way to help myself with my illness . I am living on whole spectrum of vegetables, lentils , beans, seeds, eggs and some meat and healthy food and I am getting better and better. We are what we eat. Then we have the poison in the environment but at least we can try to get stronger to be able to face that. Thank you 🙏🏼❤️
Dr Berg: I’ve recently come across a few videos from other Dr like yourself whose focus is Keto, T2D, IR, OMAD, etc. One in particular has put out a few videos demystifying the pancreas and sharing various studies pointing more to a fatty liver as being the true root of all these problems. What do you think and would you be willing to put out a video on this? Thanks.
I love all your videos, I been doing keto for about 3 month now, you provide so much information that I find vital as a newbie. Although I cant figure out why my urine strips are always resulting in moderate ketosis, but my blood ketones only measure low or 0.3. I recently got my blood tested and I am low on iron and vitamin d. Your video explains so much, there are so many factors involved...I'm just going to keep going and see where it leads. I am losing weight, 1 lb roughly a week. Thanks for all you do!
I lost 16lbs n my doc was mad cause he said my a1c was still not low enough I don't understand its weight that hasn't moved in a year cause of covid I was so happy😐
January 13th I was admitted to the hospital with 1400 glucose levels. Good thing my wife and kids knew I was going in and out of a sugar coma. After 3 days in ICU and 10 days total in the hospital I was sent home. Although my vision is still somewhat off (doc says that should normalize in most cases" my premeal sugar has been between 91 and 114, I dropped 30 pounds (and keeping it off) and my BP is down to ~ 125/75 (from 190 /82). Docs in the hospital communicated I am lucky to be alive...I am know taking control of my health and diet.
This is very educative and I will remember while noting my fasting and post prandial readings. Thank you so much.
Another thing is activity. Moderate, daily excercise will lower these numbers. I know Dr berg does not like to push excercising, but even just increased movement will help.
My oh my! Another priceless video experience. Dr. Berg, you are truly brilliant, in fact you are a blessing to many including me, thank you very much for going beyond the call of duty!🙏💯✅💐
Your diversion was absolutely amazing!
Thank you so much Dr. Berg. An ardent fan of yours. You somehow magically upload videos about issues that I’m bothered with. I was really searching for answers for blood glucose from the last two days. Now we have it here. Thanks again. Stay blessed.
Well, if you allow me I would like to explain something.
First of all, hba1C is a very good indicator if the person has no issues with b12 or iron or any related to RBCs.
Second, FBS is not usually 80, the normal range is 70-110, so any number between this is normal, every body is unique, not all humans are same.
Third, I agree with you on post meal sugar, but I disagree on the numbers, it's up to 140, not 120.
Seen that you talk about insulin resistance, there is a specific test for it and excellent indicator which is triglycerides and the ratio with HDL. When the ratio is high, it means insulin resistance.
I really like your topics, keep going
Can u pls tell...what is the specific test for insulin resistance? And how to measure triglyceride hdl ratio to know if am insulin resistance....am 38 yrs female....was taking metformin 2000mg per day as dr prescribed even my blood sugar came down to normal range for long time...but recently I hv stopped taking medication on my own n doing intermittent fasting....yesterday I checked my Bs after meal ie after approx 45 mnts of lunch meal...it came 140mg/dl....is it normal? Why Dr berg said upto 100 is normal after 2 hrs of eating? Isnt 140 the normal range of ppbs?
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Well, as researchs say, post meal is best way to know your status regarding diabetes or pre diabetes, because it gives you an idea how your sugar spikes and insulin working together and how your cells accepting this.
Regarding the normal values, post meal should be taken between 1-2 hours after meal and should be up to 140mg.
I think your blood sugar is under control, intermittent fasting and sport will improve your status.
You can monitor with hba1C as long as no other conditions could interact with the results such as b12 or iron deficiency.
Triglycerides and HDL ratio will show insulin resistance too by divide the TG ON hdl.
@@abood-cj6qi Thanks a lot for replying😊
Hi what's the normal triglyceride to hdl ratio?? If person is no insulin resistance
Harmandeep Singh less than 1 is good
I'm so frustrated Dr. Berg!
I was doing keto and IF and was able to stop taking insulin, lost 39 pounds in 3 months. Now I have gastroparesis from long term diabetes. I can't digest fats and protein, and my blood sugar spikes high and drops low constantly, even though I'm only surviving on clear liquids now. I'm so weak, in pain and constantly nauseous! My doctor is of no help. I'm waiting to see a specialist, but it could take months. I don't know what to do....
This was very informative as usual Dr BERG your amazing!
One more time Eric, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!!! God Bless You
I cannot thank you enough for your important work Dr. Berg. I have lost 60 pounds and have recovered from chronic fatigue & fibromyalgia to the extent that I can work part time and come home to the E. coast to help my father who is insulin resistant & on all those toxic meds. The fogginess in the head is his chief complaint that comes & goes, but it's preventing him from working. All the MRIs aren't going to find the cause. I believe it's a side effect from at least one of the meds. The doc I found at least told him he's insulin resistant. That's a huge start!!! I have hope.
I had a scare yesterday when I took my # and it was 53!!!! Dr. lowered my meds and told me to make sure I have
a snack at night before going to sleep.
Dr Berg you are very bright.
If I was your neighbour you wouldn't have peace. Morning mid day evening. So much information to go by. Very helpful thankyou
Knew about this but Dr Berg has put it in correct format. Thank you once again Dr Berg.
Omg Dr Berg❤️
Thank you so much.
That's exactly what I needed ❤️
Thanks for a very helpful video. I love how you get to the point, and just give us the information we're looking for, and keep it short and sweet.
can you please talk about accuracy of blood sugar meters. and the correct way to measure it.
My new Accu chek performa meter says it is not required, but there are 'Control solutions' that are supposed to calibrate them. I new to this.
Thank you Dr. Berg! I’ve been following you when your number of subscribers was only 500k and look at you now, fantastic! I wish I was little more disciplined in this keto lifestyle, lol but I’m still trying. My A1c was slightly elevated lately so now is my chance to start living healthy as I’m running out of excuses. Thanks again👍☀️🤗
Thanks for your support! Wishing you the best!
After Keto and IF for nearly four months, I have dropped my A1c from 7.2 to 6.2. My goal is to erase the insulin resistance and get my daily numbers in the 80s. I'm still on three meds, but have cut them in half. Still need them to help lower my numbers....for now! Thank you Dr. Berg! You are amazing! (FYI: The meds are pioglitazone, glimepiride and Januvia.)
Hi, Dr. Berg! About a year ago, I had blood tests done and my GP assured me that my fasting blood sugar of 104 was nothing to worry about. Since then, I've gone gluten free and cut out processed food. I now eat a balanced diet of carbs, protein, dairy and gluten free grains, all home-cooked meals. I've always been underweight, anemic (iron deficiency) and had trouble digesting food and I think I have leaky gut, so I've been taking probiotics. You're the only doctor I trust. Please let me know what tests I should get done and if keto is for me, as I need to gain weight. I need to fix this once and for all. Thank you!
I also need to gain weight.
Need carbs
But carbs spike BS. Even in a balanced meal.
Catch 22
@@contrarian717 Easy to gain weight without worrying about blood sugar spikes all you have to do is just eat more fat. Try some delicious keto peanut butter cups if you want. Then after you get to a healthier weight you can reduce your fat intake.
@@LetoAtreides82 thanks, but I do 200g macadamia nutbutter a day (that's 1436 calories), 4eggs a day. Rest is chicken or fish, berries etc. But slowly dropping...
@@contrarian717 How many total calories are you eating a day? How much exercise do you do a day?
@@LetoAtreides82 yes now you're going to corner me. Say 2000 and quite active, low intensity though. Yes I realize..
Have this continues battle of hating to overeat vs I need to eat more to gain. I truly believe in we as humans generally over eat and it's not healthy. I like to eat sensible and have discipline and stop at the 80% fullness mark. But yes I know..
Thanks for your help, guess I'll just need to find a different way...
Dr Berg, Thank you for your knowledge & time to make these videos so others (such as myself) can help ourselves to become & be healthy again. You are truly a gifted man & very much appreciated!
That was so candid & informative Dr! Thank you so much! God Bless you!
Informative video on glucose tolerance. I like this approach because you can test at home. However, I always obtain an insulin level with glucose levels and they can be performed fasting and 2 hours after a meal. Insulin provides a better indication of insulin resistance.
How are you obtaining your insulin levels? I
Homa Test !
That’s a smart approach to a somewhat crude science. Blood glucose and insulin levels are variable, and fluctuating depending on so many factors. It’s a real challenge to be a hard core diabetic living in a world of carbs. It takes a savvy person to manage his/her disease properly. Sorry to go on and on!
@@lf7065 Unfortunately, you have to have a blood draw.
@@DrDonBonner Correct. There's no in-home, do it yourself kit for it yet. It would be great if it were available for us lay people. Hopefully, soon!
I was thinking not to forget to stay hydrated. Looking forward to more videos.... Thanks Dr. Berg.
Thanks. Hope you enjoyed watching the video!
I’ve been type 2 since 2009. I check my sugar most every day after typically 12-18 hours of fasting. I’ve only twice had a reading below 100 in nearly 11 years. Most days I average 145-200. I try and stay low carb and no sugar. Haven’t drank a soda since 2000. I take 1,000 mg of Metformin twice daily, 25 mg of Oseni once daily, Losartin, B12 and Bitter Melon. I take high fiber doses daily. I stay active and exercise often. Nothing works for getting my blood sugar in specs. I really hate diabetes.
I know your comment was a long time ago but just wanted to ask, have you tried prolonged fasting like 36 hr every couple of weeks? It might help. Hope you’re doing well.
Awesome videos Dr. Berg please keep us updated. U have actually helped me more than you know. I thank you. 🙏
Thank you, Dr. Berg! Love your videos.
Ive been on keto for 6-7 mo and was at 6.4 AIC lab results. My recent 2 hr post meal readings are between 102-107. Im glad you said about the 2 hr post meal because I also use that to see where Im at. Not quite there but will be tested again early April. Plan to be under 6.0 hopefully.
Great video! My glucose levels, which rank below 80 in a fasting state, hit 170 after a full glass of apple/carrot extract. (24 ounces).
Fructose = POISON.
Rodrigo Silva same. My fasting state ranked 75. When I ate watermelon after a meal, it raised up to 166
@@goodvibesonly6336 My God....
@@ontothenextchapter5549 Thanks for the info. Didn't know that.
What if you didn't drink 24 oz? That seems like a lot of juice! What about 4-6oz?
I eat something and 3-4 hours later my glucose lower to 84 so im thinking that they go up than down geez 🙄
G'day, you know what brought me to your site, when i was lying in ED for 12 hours crying inside thinking what have I done to cause a heart attack December 2018, marathon runner x 13 etc, etc, I came to my own conclusion that it had to be sugar. One thing marathon runners do is carb load. I have 11 years of cholesterol results (not high).. but my fasting glucose (over 11 years) was high. So I then started to use fruit and cheese to run. Nearly 2 months since quitting sugar (27th December 2018 ) I'm back to 24km runs (with a stent) but now I use body fat for energy but I was wondering how does it work... losing 7.7kg or just over 16 pounds so far and now i'm watching you. I'm quitting protein powders but that's another story.
This was eye opening. I have been under the assumption that A1C was the gold standard for determining whether one was pre-diabetic or diabetic. Thank you for enlightening me Dr. Berg, about the various conditions that can confound the accuracy of the A1C.
After 150 days of *KETO* and *IF* and loosing *15kg*, following are my blood test results:
Cholesterol: 200 (from 226)
Triglyceride: 120 (from 328)
LDL: 135 (from 140)
HDL: 40 (prev. was also 40)
VLDL: 24 (from 60)
*HbA1C* : 5.8% (from 5.48%)
Glucose Fasting: 91 (from 80)
I'm only worried why *HbA1C* increased? it should have been lower like lipid etc. What should I do? Pls help
Dr. Berg, I think another reason for higher blood sugar is peripheral insulin resistance intentionally created by the body in response to fasting or the so-called "dawn effect." I routinely have morning fasting glucose between 103-109mg/dL after not eating from the night before, which concerned me. A few years ago I did have an HbA1c of 5.8%, which is pre-diabetic, so I started low-carb eating and eventually started intermittent fasting (20/4). Today, my HbA1c is 5.1%, which is normal, but I still had glucose of 109 mg/dL on the same draw. I asked my doc to check C-RP and insulin also. C-RP is 0.4 on a range of
I think I’m in the same boat. Fasting glucose is the same range as yours. I eat keto as well. I even did a oral glucose test, 75g of glucose while fasting and blood glucose went from 104 to 150 and back to 103 in less then 2 hrs. Normal keto meal it never goes above 130. But tends to not go below 100. Even if I workout, 1 hr walk or something still won’t drop below 100. Even fasted exercise. I feel totally great. I’m a 37 year old 5’10” male 183lbs, weight has never been over 200lbs in my life. I am a former nicotine user of 20 years though. I don’t drink.
there is another type of diabetes called MODY, which matches your sympthoms, if you have low insuline levels(low but in range), no triglicerids, you are not fat, no IR, you better ask a doctor for it because it could be LADA too
Dr. Berg please always allow a full screen view so that we can take a screen shot
What about the dawn effect? When is the best time to test? I can not seem to find anyone to answer this question.
It's not accurate. Why would you want to measure that? You know, sometimes when I fast for 23 hours, I get a high reading in 120's (When I started measuring, woke up the first day and found it 300), because liver is pushing glycogen into blood stream in the form of glucose. So, it's normal to be higher than usual, and with fatty liver, it surely would be higher.
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So you're saying 300 is ok?
Which is more accurate when doing blood tests, serum or plasma?
Thanks doc :) like in your videos "how the organ functions" pictures ! it helps a lot to understand the topic..
I was doing so well for 2 weeks and was dying for a pumpkin spice latte and a blueberry muffin so I checked my blood sugar and it was 5.7 mmol/l after a very very low almost non-existent-carb meal and thought why not, it looks fine, right? And then now I’ve fallen off the bandwagon. I failed myself.
Sorry to hear that. Sharing some videos that can help you: www.youtube.com/@DrEricBergDC/search?query=cheat%20meal
Hello. Thanks you so much. Nice
Kindly use a bigger board so that can see what you are stressing at.
😁 I know you weren't trying to be funny but your wording is hilarious!
Yes, kindly let us see what the Hell you are stressing out over Dr. Berg!!😂
Dr Berg I am in my mid 50's I was diagnosed as diabetic last spring. I also have Beta thalessemia how can I be certain of the accuracy of my A1C numbers.
I'm at the beginning of starting a keto diet and intermittent fasting - I see ratios for the type of foods not not amounts necessarily, I've watched quite a few Berg's videos but haven't seen a definitive or suggested healthy amount.
I'm mid 50's, Clydesdale seemingly racing toward the 300 club, I've always been 200 plus since high school /college days at my leanest, there's a lot of information out there but Berg seems to be some of the best.
After meal glucose 120 after 2 hours? So who do I believe, my doctors and web searches say under 140 after 2 hours is normal.
When I was first diagnosed 25 years ago I was told 180!
Doctors and pharmaceutical giants wants to make money. Thats why it came from 140 to 100....
A professor of Pathology, who runs a major pathology lab, gave a lecture a few months back - and provided the statistic that you would need to do more than 100,000 glucose blood tests to reach the same accuracy as the HbA1c.
Eric, thanks for the eye opening and. I am on the outside edge with 118 BSR. I actually got yelled at by my doctor for me checking my blood sugar. Diabetes runs in the family. So I bought a test kit to see what I was getting for numbers ,my body does use up the increase after a meal . I started to track the foods for the most sugar spike. So I took that one off the list. Thanks .Wade
My doctor doesn't wan to write me a script for the glucometer. Said my glucose was not high enough. Dr. Said that they don't recommend glucometer until a1c is above 9!!?? Mine was 6.8.
@@latonyadavis3134 I would get a new doctor. My number was in the 8.5 region and after I told her my insurance covered it, she wrote a prescription. Picked it up same day. It has been a life saver. It is really interesting to see the effects of food on your body.
Why eat veg only also spike ? Today (22/05/23) I steam and ate bitter melon, eggplant, shiitake mushrooms, cut raw capsicum, cut raw red onions, half fresh lemon juice and fish paste (no flour, no preservatives, only filtered water tenggiri fish tofu fish and himalaya salt) garnish 2walnut, 2pecan, 1 Brazil nut. May I know why ?