Drew Decker is a graduate research assistant at Ohio State University, and on this episode, we dive into some of the science and research studies surrounding a ketogenic or low-carb diet. I have a lot of respect for Drew and the research he’s doing, and I have no doubt you’ll learn something from this episode.
What we discussed:
- Ketogenic diet and its effects on exercise performance, with a focus on a recent study comparing Clif Bars and our Keto Bricks (4:31)
- Exogenous ketones for performance and cognitive function (12:02)
- Nutrition and supplements for athletes, with a focus on military populations (16:43)
- Ketogenic diet and muscle glycogen replenishment, with a focus on the importance of time and consistency (24:13)
- Ketogenic diets and exogenous ketones for military personnel (32:02)
- Keto and the potential benefits for mental health, including reducing depression symptoms (36:45)
- Current and upcoming studies on keto and nutrition in general (44:33)
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