![]() , “In many ways, MMT can be seen as an important refinement of Paleo, taking the whole-food, no-grain foundation and building upon it by emphasizing high-quality fats, keeping nonfiber carbs to about 50 grams a day (or less), and avoiding even natural sugars such as dates.”. ![]() Mercola provides resources to find your own. There are sample one-day menus depending on how you start the program (ease in, dive in, or start with a water fast). This may not suit everyone’s needs. There is only one recipe for a smoothie Dr. He does acknowledge that not everyone may be up for this level of commitment, but it is still recommended. In the beginning, you should be measuring your blood glucose three times a day. Mercola recommends weighing and tracking your food using. While the diet is not complicated, the implementation of it-if you follow all of his instructions and recommendations-is quite complex. Dr. A nutritionist can troubleshoot issues by asking questions about what is working, what is not, assessing the food journal, glucose readings, and then making customized recommendations to support the journey. Mercola recommends seeking the advice of a nutritionist to address any challenges one may be facing. The diet is not complicated it is similar to other high fat, moderate protein, low carbohydrate diets out there. The author provides many clinical studies and resources to back up his recommendations. Sprinkled throughout are success stories that are inspiring. However, the two main gems of this book are chapter 5, (previously mentioned) that explains why each food item is important and part of the MMT program and then Appendix A, which lists various diseases and how MMT is beneficial for treating or reversing these conditions. Admittedly a very science-heavy book, Dr. Mercola provides a wealth of information on how you can maximize your mitochondrial efficiency and overall health. ![]() ![]() Sweeteners: stevia (liquid), lo-han kuo (monk fruit), xylitol, erythritol.Fats and oils: coconut oil, MCT oil, cocoa butter, grass-fed butter/ghee, lard, tallow, duck fat, olive oil.Snacks: avocados, olives, pickles, fermented vegetables.Nuts and seeds: macadamias, pecans, Brazil nuts, coconut (meat, milk, cream, flour), hazelnuts, chia seeds, hemp hearts/seeds, pumpkin seeds, black sesame seeds, black cumin seeds, raw cacao nibs, flax seeds (fresh ground).Dairy: cheese (hard or high-fat), heavy whipping cream, sour cream, full-fat cream cheese.Proteins: grass-fed beef, lamb, pork, poultry, seafood, sardines, anchovies, wild game meats, eggs, organ meats.After fat adapted, can add in limited amounts of eggplant, garlic, onions, parsnips, peppers, rutabaga, tomatoes, winter squash.Vegetables: asparagus, avocados, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, cucumbers, kale, mushrooms, salad greens, sauté greens, spinach, zucchini.Mercola also has a chapter on fasting and other ways to improve your mitochondrial health-i.e., grounding, sun exposure, infrared sauna, exercise, cold thermogenesis, and supplements. Mercola’s program prescribes a high-fat, adequate protein, low carbohydrate diet built on eating the highest quality foods available. Chapter 5, “What to eat on MMT: the cleanest, most efficient fuel for your body,” provides the list of what to eat with detailed explanations regarding each recommendation. In part II, there is a “Before you start MMT” chapter that prepares you with what to buy and how to set yourself up for success. On page 172, there is a “Getting Started Checklist,” that is helpful-but some may find the 15 items overwhelming. In addition to what foods to eat, Dr. In part II, “Advanced healing with mitochondrial metabolic therapy,” the author presents how to follow his program. Part I, “Rescuing your metabolism,” details what mitochondria are and how they are affected by free radicals, dietary fats, iron, protein, and insulin. Mercola calls it the Mitochondrial Metabolic Therapy (MMT) program. The book describes a way of eating to shift your metabolism from burning glucose as your primary fuel to burning fat. Fat for fuel: A revolutionary diet to combat cancer, boost brain power, and increase your energy. New York: Hay House, Inc.
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