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Name:
Mark N.
Age:
51
Weight Loss:
35 lbs. (16 kg)
Approach:
Keto
Duration:
4 months
Discoverng keto:
At 51, Mark had already been diagnosed with a chronic health condition. He was searching the internet for information on the keto diet and came across Dr. Berg’s videos. Since then, Dr. Berg has been his biggest support system on the keto journey.
“I watched the videos every day to learn as much as I could,” he said. “I’m very happy with how things are going. I made a few mistakes along the way, but they are nothing more than learning experiences.”
For Mark, the hardest part of keto was breaking his food addiction. He didn’t realize how addicted to sugar he was and that it wasn’t in his best interest to do “dirty keto.”
“It’s all about the good fats and getting your electrolytes,” he said.
Before, Mark hated looking at himself in pictures. He suffered from inflammation and achy joints.
Health improvements:
Since starting keto, Mark has lost 35 pounds (16 kg) in four months.
“I feel so much better,” he said. “The best part is I am losing weight so fast that it keeps me motivated. I am almost down to the weight I got married at. It really feels good when someone, especially my kids, tells me that I’m doing great.”
“I really haven’t exercised,” said Mark. “I know that’s bad, but I really wanted to see if I could do it with diet alone.”
Advice for someone starting keto:
To those thinking about embarking on a keto journey, he had this to say: “Give up your food addictions and develop a new relationship with your food. Learn what foods work best for your body. God gave you your body; it’s your responsibility to take care of it. Don’t take that gift for granted.”
Favorite keto recipe:
Ribeye steak with green vegetables.
