World Nutrition Summit 2021 - Ketogenic Asia

Summary

Ketogenic Asia, co-founded by Oliver and Brett, is a clinic focused on using the ketogenic diet, kinesiology, and hypnotherapy to address health issues like epilepsy and type 2 diabetes. With personal success stories, including Brett’s son overcoming epilepsy and several clients reversing type 2 diabetes, the clinic offers a tailored 12-14 week program. Their holistic approach includes modern tools like glucose monitoring and support through WhatsApp and Zoom, leading to remarkable results. Through education and collaborations, Ketogenic Asia aims to spread the benefits of low-carb diets in Asia, especially to combat the rising diabetes epidemic.

Takeaways

• 😀 Oliver and Brett, co-founders of Ketogenic Asia, turned to the ketogenic diet after their child, who suffered from epilepsy, experienced dramatic improvements in health, including being seizure-free for over four years.
• 😀 The clinic integrates kinesiology and hypnotherapy to overcome barriers such as high cortisol, digestive issues, and sleep disturbances, helping clients succeed on a ketogenic diet.
• 😀 Queenie, a therapist at Ketogenic Asia, highlights the growing diabetes crisis in Asia, particularly in Hong Kong, where 1 in 10 people have diabetes and the number is expected to rise.
• 😀 Despite increasing interest in low-carb diets, there is a lack of proper education in the medical community regarding diabetes reversal and low-carb lifestyles.
• 😀 The Ketogenic Asia program uses modern communication tools such as WhatsApp, Zoom, and Facebook groups to engage and support clients throughout their 12 to 14-week protocol.
• 😀 The program includes blood ketone and glucose testing, body composition assessments, and continuous glucose monitors, particularly for individuals with type 2 diabetes.
• 😀 Phase 1 of the program focuses on keto adaptation, transitioning the body to burn fat as the primary fuel source, while Phase 2 emphasizes improving body composition with tweaks to macros, fasting strategies, and exercise.
• 😀 Paul, a client with type 2 diabetes and a history of alcohol abuse, reversed his diabetes after adopting the ketogenic diet, stopping alcohol, and incorporating fasting, with remarkable improvements in blood markers.
• 😀 Cindy, a carb addict, reversed her type 2 diabetes in 12 weeks with the help of hypnotherapy to address cravings, alongside following the ketogenic diet, resulting in significant weight loss and improved insulin resistance.
• 😀 Frank, diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, lost nearly 20 kg in 12 weeks, improved his blood markers, and stopped medication, with a continued positive trend in his weight loss and health markers.
• 😀 Bob, a professional boxer and long-time friend of Oliver, reversed his type 2 diabetes and became medication-free after 12 weeks on the ketogenic diet, despite initial resistance from his doctor.
• 😀 The clinic’s unique approach combining dietary intervention, hypnotherapy, kinesiology, and technology has led to successful outcomes for many patients, especially those with type 2 diabetes and related health issues.

Q & A

What inspired Oliver and Brett to start Ketogenic Asia?

Oliver and Brett were motivated to start Ketogenic Asia after Brett's child, who had epilepsy, was not responding to medications. After researching the ketogenic diet and experiencing positive results, they decided to implement it and help others facing similar health challenges.

How does Ketogenic Asia combine kinesiology and hypnotherapy in its approach?

Ketogenic Asia combines kinesiology and hypnotherapy to address the challenges that prevent people from entering ketosis, such as high cortisol, digestive, and sleep issues. This unique approach helps clients develop the necessary mindset to follow through with the ketogenic diet and achieve better results.

What is the current diabetes situation in Hong Kong and China?

Diabetes is a growing concern in China, which ranks as the country with the highest number of diabetic patients. In Hong Kong, diabetes and its complications are the 10th leading cause of death, with an estimated 1 in 10 people diagnosed, and one in five of those being under 40 years old.

What tools does Ketogenic Asia use to support clients in their programs?

Ketogenic Asia uses modern communication tools like WhatsApp groups, Zoom meetings, and Facebook groups to enhance client engagement. They also employ blood ketone and glucose testing, body composition assessments, and continuous blood glucose monitors to track progress, particularly for those with type 2 diabetes.

What are the two phases of Ketogenic Asia's flagship program?

The program is divided into two phases: Phase 1 focuses on keto adaptation, gradually shifting the metabolism to burn fat as the primary fuel source. Phase 2 focuses on improving body composition through adjustments to macros, introducing fasting strategies, and adding simple exercises.

How did Paul reverse his type 2 diabetes through Ketogenic Asia's program?

Paul reversed his type 2 diabetes by following a low-carb, high-fat (LCHF) diet, incorporating hypnotherapy and kinesiology. He stopped drinking alcohol, implemented intermittent fasting, and underwent extended fasts. After a few months, his blood markers returned to normal, and he lost weight while gaining muscle.

What was Cindy's experience with reversing her type 2 diabetes diagnosis?

Cindy, a long-time carb addict, reversed her type 2 diabetes after using hypnotherapy to overcome her sweet cravings. Within 12 weeks, her HbA1c dropped from 6.7 to 5.5, and she lost 13.3 kilos. She also improved her insulin resistance and reduced her BMI from the obese category to overweight.

How did Frank’s doctor react to his weight loss and blood work improvements?

Frank's doctor was initially concerned about his weight gain and recommended a blood test. After Frank followed the ketogenic program, his HbA1c dropped from 6.8 to 5.0, and he lost nearly 20 kilos in 12 weeks. His doctor was amazed by the improvements in his blood markers, though Frank still had some work to do on his liver enzymes.

What was Bob's journey with type 2 diabetes and the ketogenic diet?

Bob, a former professional boxer diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, was initially resistant to trying the ketogenic diet. However, after starting the diet and working with his doctor, he saw dramatic improvements, including a drop in HbA1c from 6.1 to 5.2 and weight loss of 13 kilos over 12 weeks. His doctor was surprised by the results.

What role did the Nutrition Network play in Bob’s success with the ketogenic diet?

The Nutrition Network’s Diabetes Reversal course helped Oliver provide Bob with valuable information about managing medications and diabetes with the ketogenic diet. This knowledge allowed Bob to reduce his medication and achieve significant improvements in his blood markers and overall health.