A ketogenic diet, ketosis and ketoacidosis

Many people, health professionals included confuse the natural state of ketosis which occurs on ketogenic diets for a potentially dangerous condition called ketoacidosis. Dr Paul Mason explains the difference.

What is a ketogenic diet?

Dr Doron Sher explains what a ketogenic diet is

Low Carb From a Doctor’s Perspective – Dr Paul Mason

Dr Paul Mason presenting at Low Carb Sydney 2018

Carbs, Insulin and Fat – An introduction to the science – Dr Doron Sher

Dr Doron Sher presenting at Low Carb Sydney 2017.

Low Carb Eating – An introduction to the science – Dr Paul Mason

Dr Paul Mason educating a group of patients at his office about the science and safety of a ketogenic low carbohydrate way of eating.

Understanding Ketones – Dr Doron Sher

Is LDL cholesterol bad?

LDL carries cholesterol and triglycerides around the circulation and is often referred to as ‘bad cholesterol’. This is not the whole story however, as LDL serves many important functions and only becomes a problem with potential to narrow arteries when damaged. High blood sugar levels which may result from consuming excess carbohydrates is one cause…

Fibre worsens constipation and this can be a problem on ketogenic diets – Dr Paul Mason

Despite long being considered the solution to constipation, fibre may actually be the cause. Dr Paul Mason discusses how illogical the longstanding belief is that fibre helps constipation, and reviews the supporting research.

Treating Metabolic Syndrome – Dr Paul Mason

Dr Paul Mason presenting at Low Carb Sydney 2017