Does Enthusiasm Outpace Evidence on Keto?

A recent article in JAMA Internal Medicine written by a group of respected physicians, questioned the hype of low carb and ketogenic diets. These physicians have a bias towards vegan diets and their comments reflect that bias. Diet Doctor does an excellent job of supplying a multitude of research links and a solid discussion on outcomes.

A New Probiotic on the Scene

Here is a fascinating new article on a very promising probiotic Akkermansia muciniphila written by Dr. Michael Murray, a naturopathic doctor.  For those with metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance, or type 2 diabetes, or those with SIBO and digestive issues, this probiotic holds a lot of promise.  It is not on the market until 2021, but there are many things you can do to encourage production of A. Muciniphila immediately.  Hint: one of these is berberine!