Be Well by Kelly Leveque

188. The Key to Longevity: Exploring Mitochondrial Uncoupling with Dr. Steven Gundry

June 10, 2022

Dr. Steven Gundry is one of the world's top cardiothoracic surgeons and a pioneer in nutrition. He has spent the last two decades studying the microbiome and now helps patients use diet and nutrition as a key form of treatment.

He is also the author of many New York Times bestselling books, including The Plant Paradox, The Plant Paradox Cookbook, The Longevity Paradox, The Energy Paradox – and now, this March, he released Unlocking the Keto Code, which offers a new take on the keto diet that debunks common myths and shows readers how to reap the rewards of keto with less restriction.

We get deep into the science of keto and its long history as Dr. Gundry weaves an energetic and super-informed web of knowledge detailing the most fascinating elements of gut health and longevity as they relate to human, plant, and animal biology.

You will learn about...

  • The long history of keto science 
  • MCT oils as the driver for ketones 
  • WWI-era weight loss drug: DNP
  • Mitochondrial uncoupling
  • Mirrored processes in plants
  • Highlighting short-chain fatty acids
  • The science of intermittent fasting
  • Benefits of hot-and-cold therapy 

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