• Unlocking the Keto Code

  • The Revolutionary New Science of Keto That Offers More Benefits Without Deprivation
  • By: Steven R. Gundry MD
  • Narrated by: Steven R. Gundry MD
  • Length: 6 hrs and 12 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (764 ratings)

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Unlocking the Keto Code

By: Steven R. Gundry MD
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From the author of the New York Times bestselling Plant Paradox series comes this revolutionary take on the keto diet that debunks common myths and shows listeners how to reap the rewards of keto with less restriction

Like many doctors and nutrition experts, bestselling author Dr. Steven Gundry has long endorsed the ketogenic diet—a style of eating that heavily restricts carbohydrate intake to make the body burn fat for fuel. Because ketosis offers a variety of health benefits, including weight loss, reduced risk of illness, and enhanced energy, Dr. Gundry believed his patients’ efforts to adhere to the challenging regimen was worthwhile. That is, until his research uncovered a shocking truth: We’ve gotten keto all wrong.

In Unlocking the Keto Code, Dr. Gundry reveals the biological mechanism that makes keto diets so successful: a cellular process known as “mitochondrial uncoupling.” As it turns out, ketones are not the magical fuel source they’ve been made out to be; in fact, the body cannot run on ketones and fats alone. Over the long term, a very low carb-diet can lead to muscle wasting and poor cognitive health.

Luckily, you don’t have to restrict all carbs to reap the benefits of ketosis; you simply have to have enough ketones and other plant compounds called polyphenols present in your body to “unlock” the process of mitochondrial uncoupling. In this insightful, empowering, eminently practical book. Dr. Gundry explains the many ways listeners can ignite this process, from feasting on plant-based foods (carbs that are typically off-limits on a keto diet!) to enjoying ketone generating foods such as goat and sheep milk products, to implementing a timed eating schedule. You will even discover the real reason how superfoods, even apple cider vinegar, work their magic; and its not what they you think!

Grounded in cutting-edge science, this is the book for all the people who have tried and failed on a keto diet; for vegetarians and vegans who want to go keto; and for anyone who wants to lose weight and enjoy better health while eating a wide variety of foods. With food lists, hacks, and all-new recipes, Unlocking the Keto Code makes going keto easy and enjoyable for the first time.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2022 Steven R. Gundry, MD (P)2022 HarperCollins Publishers

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Massive energy and weight control

Dr Gundry has written a lot of fine books on health, gut biome, heart health, longevity and all types of metabolic disorders. I have read all of his books and all of them have been excellent. However this book is my favorite for it lays out how to fix your lack of energy and significantly fix you weight control through the functioning of your bodies mitochondria uncoupling. He goes into detail on aging,how to stay younger, how to develop more brown and lose the white fat which increase you energy and lowers your body mass index. The young thin days are back again. How this improves your immune system and for a cancer patient this is great. He goes into great detail on recipes on healthy eating, reasonable fasting to keep you young and what vitamins,minerals,good fats to eat, polyphenols, and good oils to take. This is the third week on his full program and my energy level is through the roof and I am fighting cancer. Thank You DR Gundry!

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I Lived IT

I am a huge fan of Dr Gundry
there's two benefits health, longevity and weight loss some people won't have a big problem losing weight and may need to start eating meals earlier in the day and everyone
should keep up your amino acids and body structure
And don't lose too much weight at once a lot of detail here so just remember not to overdo anything especially dark chocolate 1 oz a day max not 1 lb ..thank you Dr Gundry

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Well Researched Book

Dr. Gundry is at the forefront of metabolic research as it relates to the keto diet. His direction on how to get the most out of the keto diet is helpful to putting you on the path to success. I will never view keto the same after reading this book.

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Accessible and good tips

The author does a good job narrating (not dry or monotone) and the content is very understandable to the non nutritionists. Food usable tips.

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An amazing book

It was so easy to follow and understand, Dr Gundry did a excellent job in explaining everything, and I appreciate him citing the studies and researches he did to come to those conclusion. This gives me confidence in what he is stating. I would recommend this book to any and everyone. As it touches on subjects that affect us all, regardless of where we are health wise. Thanks for this book. I think I want a paper copy.

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Real talk, LLC.

Glad to have Dr. Gundry on my team. wish I could say that about my HMO! Nothing wrong with being candid "coupled" with being helpful. Me and my younger bro purchase this book, went through it twice(hopes of storing during REM) , bought the hard copies for quick reference and have continuous discussions. This is good stuff. Uncouple your Mitochondria....enjoy the red wine and other Polyphenols! thanks Dr. G.

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Excellent Science, Excellent Story

Dr. Gundry has nailed the science behind Keto. This book explains why it works and why calories and ratios are far less important than eating windows and good, healthy foods. I got so much value out of this book I finally feel like I can eat in a way that will work for me.

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Most exciting eating plan I've heard in years

After doing keto off and on for several years I am excited to try this. Thank you Dr Gundry

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Dr. Gundry is a marvelous teacher!

Mitochondrial uncoupling, I never dreamed I would be listening to a 6 hour lecture on Mitochondrial uncoupling. However Dr. Gundry makes the subject understandable, even fascinating. I am learning how to cook and eat new foods at 70. Goat cheese is my new favorite food, along with Artichoke’s, Radiccio, Asparagus, Brussel Sprouts, and A2 milk products. I just bought a Kitchenaid pro 5 plus mixer just so I can make my own butter from A2 whipping cream. Leeks, onion, mushrooms, I’m trying it all.
Thanks Dr. Gundry

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Good Stuff!

Easy to follow and digest. Big fan of Dr. Gundry’s writing style and willingness to change his views based on new evidence

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