Insider Strategies
June 5, 2023•From Julie Gregory, Insider Strategies, News, Nutrition
Unlike other ketogenic diets, KetoFLEX 12/3 doesn’t drastically reduce carbohydrates from vegetables to encourage generous consumption to promote healing with phytonutrients. By combining the diet with a long daily fast and exercise, we can still achieve a mild level of ketosis and promote metabolic flexibility — the ability to burn both glucose and fats as fuel to maximize the fuel supply to our brains. Read More »
May 18, 2023•From Julie Gregory, Insider Strategies, News, Nutrition
Many people struggle with giving up grains when adopting the Bredesen Protocol diet. After all, they are a big part of the MIND and Mediterranean Diets, which are also used to slow cognitive decline. In her blog “Going Against the Grain,” Julie Gregory details the rationale for why grains are excluded in KetoFLEX 12/3. Read More »
May 18, 2023•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
In his blog "The Vibrant Polyphenols" Dr. Ram Rao describes the neuroprotective properties and many health benefits of this class of compounds found in plants. Read More »
May 18, 2023•Behavior Change, Insider Strategies, News
In her blog “Baby, Baby It’s a Wild World,” Valerie Driscoll offers an insider’s view of her top ten travel strategies and mindset she sets for herself to stay on the protocol while traveling. Read More »
May 11, 2023•Insider Strategies, News, Nutrition
Before fully diving into KetoFLEX 12/3 and adding extra dietary fat, giving up four different food groups is important. Learn what they are and why they are important to eliminate. Read More »
May 9, 2023•Insider Strategies, News, Nutrition
Strategies for Gaining and Maintaining Weight
While KetoFLEX 12/3 is not a weight loss diet, some people may experience excessive weight loss when they begin to follow our nutritional recommendations, combined with a long daily fast and exercise. We offer tips to mitigate this in Strategies for Gaining and Maintaining Weight. Read More »
May 9, 2023•Insider Strategies, News, Nutrition, Recipes
KetoFLEX 12/3 for Vegans and Vegetarians
We respect those who choose to avoid or minimize animal-based foods, but it's important to be aware that there are some macro and micronutrients in animal protein that can be difficult to get from plant-based foods exclusively. We explain how to safely practice KetoFLEX 12/3 as a vegan or vegetarian. Read More »
May 8, 2023•Insider Strategies, News, Nutrition
When transitioning to the KetoFLEX 12/3 Lifestyle, some, but not all, may experience temporary flu-like symptoms caused by dehydration. There are simple ways to help prevent this. Read More »