#164: Jong Rho, MD- How Ketones Affect Whole Body Metabolism and Inflammation

The science supporting the health benefits of a low-carb, high-fat diet continues to get stronger.

From reduced inflammation to improved fat-burning mitochondrial function to a changed microbiome, the evidence is there.

Leading pediatric neurologist in the space, Jong Rho, MD, came by to discuss the details with me.

Here's the show notes page: http://highintensityhealth.com/164

His laboratory continues to publish new research about how ketogenic diets affect the brain.

Here’s what he covered:
-The ketogenic diet and epilepsy
-How ketones affect whole-body metabolism and inflammation
-Ketogenic diet applications for autism, brain cancer, Alzheimer’s disease and brain injury
-Dispelling myths about carbs and brain health

Hope you enjoy this one!

Watch the video interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EZ6pYOdqvg