Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

How much water should you drink each day? Discover the truth behind the 8 glasses a day myth, the side effects of drinking too much water, and proper hydration tips to keep you hydrated and support overall health.

0:00 Introduction: The drink water myth
1:28 Hydration facts
3:43 Water intake truth
4:10 Thirst and your daily water needs
6:57 Does everyone need 8 glasses of water?
7:06 Urine color and hydration explained
8:04 Overhydration risks

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Thirst tells the body when to drink. There isn’t a single clinical trial that has established exactly how much water we need each day to stay healthy, so where did the “8 glasses of water per day” recommendation come from?

A recommendation published in 1945 suggested consuming approximately 2.5 liters of water per day, but it also noted that most of this intake would come from food. The average person gets close to 1 liter of water from food daily, and the body also produces metabolic water.

Over time, “8 glasses a day” turned into drinking even when you’re not thirsty, but thirst tells the body when to drink fluid. A person’s daily water needs depend on age, body size, physical activity, climate, and other factors, so the number will vary from person to person.

Urine color can help indicate your hydration level. Dark urine means you need more water, while clear urine may indicate overhydration, which can negatively affect electrolyte balance.

Hyponatremia, low sodium in the blood, is a potential risk of overhydration.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 61, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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, 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.

What causes gallstones, and can you get rid of gallstones without surgery? Uncover the real cause of gallstones and gallbladder problems so you can address the issue at the root.

0:00 Introduction: What causes gallstones?
1:02 Gallbladder function
2:41 Gallstone causes
3:37 Bile salts deficiency
4:25 The real cause of gallstones
5:31 How to dissolve gallstones and bile sludge
7:21 Estrogen and gallstones
8:39 Nutrients to support gallbladder health
10:11 Hypothyroidism and gallstones
10:26 Gallbladder pain relief

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Every year, 700,000 people have their gallbladder removed. Many people still deal with the same symptoms or worse after surgery.

The gallbladder stores and concentrates bile, releasing it when needed. Bile is essential for breaking down fats and absorbing fat-soluble vitamins.

Gallstones form when there’s too much cholesterol and not enough bile salts. Bile sludge typically develops first, eventually leading to gallstones. The real cause of gallstones is not producing enough bile to handle cholesterol.

When the gallbladder is removed, you lose the ability to store and concentrate bile. Some people even experience too much bile flow afterward, which can lead to diarrhea.

Dietary fat does not cause gallstones! Low-fat diets are the single greatest triggers of gallstones. Fat actually stimulates bile production.

The real problem is sugar and hidden sugars. High-carb diets increase cholesterol while reducing bile production, raising the risk of gallstones. This is why prediabetics and diabetics are more likely to develop gallstones.

Bile salts can help thin bile sludge and may even support the breakdown of gallstones. TUDCA is especially effective for thinning bile in the ducts, particularly in cases linked to right shoulder pain. Taking bile salts right after eating can also support fat digestion and bile flow.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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, 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.

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Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 60, 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.

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, 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. The Health & Wellness, Dr. Berg Nutritionals and Dr. Eric Berg, D.C. are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any other information, services or product you obtain through this video or site.

Struggling with hip and butt cellulite that won’t go away? Discover how to get rid of cellulite fast with the right lower body workout that builds glute muscles and supports smoother, firmer skin.

0:00 Introduction: How to get rid of cellulite
0:17 Why cellulite won’t go away
2:00 Eliminating butt cellulite
4:51 Cellulite and diet
5:30 Lower body workout for cellulite removal

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Cellulite on your thighs and butt isn’t always just fat. It’s often caused by atrophy of your fascia. The best way to get rid of cellulite is to build muscle.

The glutes are the largest muscles in the entire body, and they’re often weakened by a sedentary lifestyle. To eliminate hip and butt cellulite, a full lower body workout is essential rather than focusing solely on glute exercises. Focus on building glute muscle instead of weight loss to eliminate cellulite.

If your diet is high in carbohydrates, it will be difficult to get rid of cellulite, even with the right exercises. Carbohydrates keep insulin and inflammation high, making cellulite removal nearly impossible.

Try this simple lower body workout to get rid of cellulite fast:

Banded Clamshell

• Sets: 2–3
• Reps: 12–20 per side
• Tempo: Slow and controlled (2 sec up, 2 sec down)
• Rest: 20–30 sec

Banded Glute Bridge

• Sets: 2–3
• Reps: 12–15
• Hold: 2–3 seconds at the top
• Rest: 20–30 sec

Lateral Band Walk

• Sets: 2–3
• Steps: 10–15 steps each direction
• Rest: 20–30 sec

Deep Squat with Side Shift

• Sets: 2–3
• Reps: 8–12 shifts per side
• Tempo: Slow and controlled
• Rest: 20–30 sec

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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, 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.

What causes face drooping? Discover how stress affects the face, leading to loose skin under the chin, sagging skin, and face drooping. I’ll share an easy droopy face solution to reverse a sagging face so you can start aging more gracefully.

0:00 Introduction: What causes a sagging face?
1:06 Aging skin on the face
2:23 The platysma muscle
3:10 Cortisol and your facial muscles
4:02 How to tighten skin naturally
5:06 Facial exercises for sagging skin

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Aging often shows up in your face first because the face is a sensory organ. Receptors for hormones are highly concentrated in your face because your face shows your emotions. Cortisol can wreak havoc on your skin and facial muscles.

The platysma muscle has the most significant effect on your face. The facial toning exercises in this video strengthen the platysma, other facial muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia around the lower part of the face.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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, 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.