Ketosis: Helpful or Harmful? with Dr. Sara Pugh

Dr. Sara Pugh illuminates the power of light in fueling the keto journey, as she strives to unlock metabolic flexibility by optimizing sunlight exposure and battling the very stressors that threaten it. In this episode, you will be able to: Uncover the powerful link between ketosis and deuterium depletion, revolutionizing your understanding of the ketogenic diet. Discover the crucial role of light exposure in optimizing ketosis, unlocking new levels of energy and performance. Find personalized approaches to ketosis that are tailored to your unique needs, enhancing your success on the ketogenic diet. Learn effective testing and monitoring techniques to ensure you stay on track and maximize the benefits of a ketogenic diet. Master the art of maintaining metabolic flexibility on keto, enabling you to effortlessly adapt to different dietary conditions for long-term success. My special guest is Dr. Sara Pugh. Dr. Sara Pugh is a highly respected expert in the field of ketogenic diet and metabolic health. With a strong background in biochemistry and a deep passion for understanding the intricacies of human metabolism, Dr. Pugh has dedicated her career to unraveling the impact of light exposure on metabolic flexibility. Her research and practical experience have led her to uncover the crucial role that light plays in optimizing ketosis and mitochondrial function. The key moments in this episode are:00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:56 - What is Ketosis? 00:06:02 - Metabolic Flexibility 00:09:02 - The Importance of Sunrise 00:14:14 - Preparing for Ketosis and Detoxing00:19:07 - Transitioning to Ketosis and Metabolic Flexibility 00:22:59 - Meal Planning and Weight Management 00:23:40 - Finding the Right Balance of Fat 00:26:47 - Importance of Testing and Understanding Ketosis 00:28:04 - The Impact of Blue Light on Ketosis 00:32:19 - Deuterium Depletion and Mitochondrial Function 00:40:12 - The Impact of Sweeteners and Sunlight on Ketosis 00:41:43 - Maintaining Metabolic Flexibility and Carb Cycling 00:43:21 - Personal Experiences with Carb Cycling 00:44:45 - Sunlight and Cold Plunge as Stressors 00:47:19 - Calorie Restriction and Hormonal Balance  Subscribe to the Quantum Conversations Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6izLpb6HnQGb3Y5v9GFf14?si=c65de8de097f49e5 Get Sarah’s Guides: Build Your Perfect Quantum Day https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/opt-in-9d5f6918-77a8-40d7-bedf-93ca2ec8387f Sarah’s 30-page document giving you the answers to her most frequently asked questions: https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/faq-skw Blue Blockers Guide: https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/opt-in-076457e7-a017-4435-bcea-f40557086a1c Sarah’s product recommendations: https://s3.amazonaws.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/sites/2147573344/themes/2150788813/downloads/cf41f3-fe8-1f53-a840-c04fde401a76_Copy_of_SKW_Affiliate_Guide.pdf Explore Sarah’s courses (and get 10% off when you sign up for the shop): https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/courses Explore Sarah’s website: https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/ Follow Sarah’s main channel for more information on quantum health, fertility, nutrition, and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd1xxofTziySu0F9oG7G67g?view_as=subscriber Carrie & Sarah’s co-taught Fertility course that has helped clients get pregnant easily: https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/quantum-fertility-on-demand Connect with Carrie: Get Carrie's free resources to start improving your quantum health right now: https://www.carriebwellness.com/start?sk Follow Carrie on Instagram for more free content: https://www.instagram.com/carriebwellness/ Learn all the foundations of quantum health in Carrie's signature course: https://www.carriebwellness.com/offers/KeR8qXen/checkout/sk Find Carrie's other courses, including how to fix your adrenal fatigue: https://www.carriebwellness.com/store