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

Blood tests on a ketogenic diet – what your cholesterol results mean – Dr. Paul Mason

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…

Calories are NOT all created equal – how a ketogenic diet can give you a metabolic advantage

Dr Paul Mason dismantles the ‘calories in calories out’ myth, explaining how a ketogenic diet will both reduce your appetite, and increase your energy expenditure.