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As a teen Matt endured a breakdown with sleeplessness, delusions and mania. Over five years, Matt's journey involved emergency hospitalizations, many psychiatric medications, specialists, and holistic therapies. The big change came for Matt when he discovered Ketogenic Diet for mental ill health conditions.

The diet led to Matt's incredible shift in his mental health, allowing Matt to return to his full life.The Baszucki family became champions of the keto diet therapy, forming Metabolic Mind, and funding international research through the Baszucki Group.

01:30 Matt's big life change to start 2026

03:30 Matt's YouTube channel and goals

05:00 Claire's New Year's intentions

7:00 Matt's mental health journey

Links: Youtube.com/@mattbaszuckiMetabolicmind.orgYoutube.com/metabolicmindThank you for listening!

IMPORTANT - The content in this video is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult with your physician regarding your health matters. Individuals’ lifestyles, bodies and health histories vary. The author does not assume any liability to any party for any loss, damage, or disruption caused by the choice to implement any of the health strategies.

What happens when a doctor realizes the advice he’s been giving his patients—and following himself—is making everyone sicker?Dr. Ken Berry, a family physician, best-selling author, and global advocate for health reform through nutrition, opens up about his personal journey from obesity and prediabetes to discovering what he calls the Proper Human Diet (PHD) — and how it can transform your health, energy, and life.From Keto to Carnivore, from family meals to medical myths, Dr. Berry shares what doctors don’t tell you about diet, and why the system keeps us trapped in poor health.🕒 Timestamps0:00 – Intro: Why Dr Ken Berry’s story could save your life3:00 – Dr Berry as a young doctor: “I followed my own advice—and got sick”4:00 – Weight gain, prediabetes, and the wake-up call5:00 – The discovery of the Proper Human Diet (PHD)7:00 – Why most doctors think you’ll never stick to a diet (and why they’re wrong)8:00 – What exactly is a Proper Human Diet? (Keto, Low Carb, Carnivore explained)9:00 – Which diet is best for YOU? Keto vs Carnivore vs Low Carb22:00 – Dr Berry on RFK Jr’s “Make America Healthy Again”25:00 – How Dr Berry’s wife, Neisha and their kids eat30:00 – “You are not broken — you’ve been slowly poisoned”39:00 – How Keto and Carnivore diets can reverse chronic disease41:00 – The mental health benefits of Carnivore and Keto56:00 – Who needs the “Lion Diet”? (When elimination helps)🧠 What You’ll LearnWhy traditional nutrition advice often failsHow meat-based diets can improve physical and mental healthThe real reason doctors keep giving outdated guidanceHow families can eat low-carb together — without stressDr Berry’s personal take on seed oils, fruit, cheat days, and “food freedom”👨‍⚕️ About Dr Ken BerryDr. Ken D. Berry is a board-certified family physician with over 20 years of experience, author of Lies My Doctor Told Me, and creator of the Proper Human Diet movement. He’s helped millions worldwide understand how real food can reverse obesity, Type 2 diabetes, and chronic disease.📚 Resources & Links🔗 Learn more about Dr Ken Berry: https://drberry.com🔗 Follow Dr Berry on YouTube: @KenDBerryMD🔗 Proper Human Diet info: https://properhumandiet.com💬 Join the ConversationWhat’s been your biggest health breakthrough with low-carb, keto, or carnivore?Drop your comment below 👇 — Dr Berry and our community read every one.🏷️ Tags (SEO Keywords)#DrKenBerry #ProperHumanDiet #Keto #Carnivore #LowCarb #MetabolicHealth #ReversingDiabetes #RealFood #Nutrition #HealthTransformation #liesmydoctortoldme IMPORTANT – The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult with your physician or qualified health professional regarding your personal health circumstances. Individuals’ lifestyles, bodies, and health histories vary. The hosts and producers do not assume any liability for any loss, damage, or disruption caused by the use or application of the information provided. Views and opinions expressed by interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts or producers.Health Lab Podcast: Health Trailblazers S2: E17Host: Claire McDonnell Liu, Nutritionist and podcast host claire@leafie.orgTech: https://bethe.ch/#/ange

In this episode, I sit down with Ivor Cummins — a biochemical engineer turned health researcher, author, and podcaster. Ivor is known for breaking down complex science into clear, practical insights, with a focus on metabolic health and heart disease risk. His work has challenged mainstream advice and opened up new conversations about nutrition, prevention, and public health.We cover Ivor's health shock, his father's devastating health journey, the ultimate test to assess heart attack risk, the role of diet and lifestyle, statins, and more... ⏱️ Timestamps00:00 Intro01:00 Ivor’s first interest in metabolic health03:00 Ivor’s own heart attack risk05:00 His father’s heart attack06:00 Frustration with poor nutrition advice08:00 Coronary calcium score & heart attack risk15:00 Why coronary calcium score is the ultimate test18:00 CLIP: “The medical system will put you on statins, but not tell you what really matters”21:00 The “Devil’s Triad”: seed oils, processed foods, and sugars (Dr Kate Shanahan)22:00 Three steps to lower heart attack risk23:00 Dr Jeff Gerber’s book recommendation24:00 The importance of sun exposure35:00 When statins are (and aren’t) useful40:00 Discussion on MAHA & RFK45:00 V's and public health debates50:00 Building a low-carb food pyramid (Nina Teicholz, Tro Kal)