The keto diet trend is no longer gaining traction. In 2019, the keto diet was still at the top. of health trends But eating the keto diet Emphasis on stopping the work of the pancreas. in the production of insulin in the conversion of starch and sugar (including protein) to glucose and allow the body to start using ketones from the liver That is energy that comes from fat. Therefore, those who eat keto You have to practice eating in a new way. Eating just 5% of carbohydrates (we used to eat more than 50%) to more than 50% of fat (which we used to eat very little). or not eat at all)
When adjusting energy use on a large scale like this If anyone wants to eat keto To solve the problem of energy control and metabolic system To solve the problem of abnormal symptoms and many health We need to adjust some internal organs. (aside from adjusting the source of food) to make eating keto effective and not
cause harm
Uamphon NTP is compiled from the book of the first edition of NTP (Nutrition Therapy Practitioner), Ms. Nora Gedguadas, The Primal Fat Buerner, emphasizing 2 organs that must be prepared. For digestion and absorption of nutrients and for eating keto to be effective
Stomach
The body must secrete enough gastric juice.
and has a pH value that is sufficiently acidic
That is pH 2.5-3 for perfect protein digestion. Along with the effective absorption of vitamin B12 from protein (meat) and various minerals. In order for the gastric juice to have such an acidity value. You must adjust your body to relax before eating. So that the brain tells the stomach to secrete enough gastric juice.
However, there are obstacles in the body's ability to secrete enough gastric juice. and having sufficient acidity is stress and thyroid dysfunction. Lack of B vitamins and zinc (due to eating too much white flour and sweets) old age
For those who eat the keto diet Or are controlling your eating to be low-carb, high-fat. Gastric juice in the stomach is extremely necessary. Especially that you are eating food that is believed to be the best. And it is most useful in that meal, especially in protein digestion. and the process of converting digested proteins into peptides If there is not enough gastric juice or has insufficient acidity It may lead to these various problems.
- Allergy to various proteins (food sensitivity)
- The body absorbs minerals to put it to poor use and is not sufficient to meet the needs of the body
- Unable to absorb vitamin B12 and use it. Especially in creating chemicals in the brain. To balance your mood, nourish your brain, and improve your memory.
- In the case of people with lazy bowel disease (leaky bowel disease) gut)Eating fat to lose weight or take care of your health It will have a negative effect on the immune system. Risk of autoimmune disease or allergy to oneself
- Poor absorption of protein Will affect muscle weakness. Lack of collagen to nourish the skin and hair loss.
- Finally, there may be a risk of H. pylori infection causing stomach ulcers. and acid reflux disease
Notice symptoms of not having enough gastric juice.
- Bloating, burning sensation in the chest, acid reflux disease
- Feeling very full, tight
- Indigestion (noted by food particles that come out with the stool)
- constipation
- Anemia due to lack of iron and vitamin B12 that must be absorbed from the stomach.
- Other symptoms include memory problems, tiredness, hair loss, cramps, skin problems, thin bones, food allergies.
Gallbladder
The gallbladder must be strong. and have enough bile
We don't pay much attention to the gallbladder. This is because it is a small organ behind the liver. Moreover, there are rumors that Eating fat from meat causes gallstones in the gallbladder. Nora (she runs a course on how to follow research) Which are supported by food corporations or trade organizations? Which one comes from the scientist's own hypothesis) confirming that there is no research to support it. The connection between eating meat and gallstones. This is from the experience of treating patients. It was found that most people with gallstones Have a habit of eating high carbohydrates and not eating enough fat
The main function of the gallbladder is Receives bile from the liver and waits for it. To digest and absorb fat including fat-soluble nutrients It also digests hormones or other nutrients that the body needs to excrete. before moving through the large intestine Therefore, humans have a gallbladder to digest fat for use in the body. If the digestive system has problems such as diabetes, obesity, and abnormal estrogen levels. It will make the gallbladder unable to handle bile. or making the bile too concentrated It can cause gallstones to form in the gallbladder.
and if the said problem is not resolved The gallstones will become larger. Pain occurs and inflammation Until having to rely on modern medicine to have surgery to remove the gallbladder from the body That is bad news for keto people. that the body cannot digest fat normally
And if there is a problem with bile or it has already been cut What should I do?
- Find out the real problem of gallbladder problems, such as thyroid dysfunction. Taking in too much estrogen Autoimmune disease problems, food allergies, which in taking care of the gallbladder It is necessary to deal with such problems as well.
- When there is no gallbladder It is necessary to take good care of the stomach. and must be very careful with one's health Because people who have had their gallbladder removed Will be at risk of being overweight. and lacks fat-soluble nutrients (such as vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin D, vitamin K). Ms. Nora recommends taking a non-GMO lecithin supplement.