11: Why I Stopped Keto (After Three Years)

Several years ago, I transitioned from a paleo to a ketogenic diet because I thought all carbs were evil and I maintained a strict keto diet for over three years. By strict, I mean somewhere between 0 to 15 grams of carbs per day.    Welcome to another episode of the Primal Shift podcast, where host Michael Kummer shares the pros and cons of a low-carb ketogenic diet, what triggered him to include more carbs in his diet, and how his performance and biomarkers have changed since switching. He also shares tips on how you can leverage low-carb eating to improve your health and well-being, and some of the mistakes to avoid on a low-carb diet. There's no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to being keto or not, and the key is to make informed choices based on your individual needs, exercise regimen, and energy demands. Learn about the ultimate beginner's guide to a paleolithic ketogenic diet at https://michaelkummer.com/health/keto-paleo-guide/   In this episode, I discuss: 03:00 - What is the default metabolic state for humans? 05:41 - Pros and cons of a low-carb ketogenic diet 10:00 - What triggered me to include more carbs in my diet 15:00 - Why I think keto is an excellent tool but not a lifestyle requirement for most people. 18:00 - Insights into the carnivore diet 20:00 - How my physical performance and metabolic health have changed since reintroducing carbs. 28:55 - Common pitfalls with consuming carbs. 33:57 -  Tips on how to leverage low-carb eating to improve your health and well-being. 35:30 - Mistakes to avoid on a low-carb diet.   Resources: Best Exogenous Ketone Supplements (That Work) Paleolithic Ketogenic Diet – Ultimate Beginner's Guide The Best Diets for Weight Loss (And Which Ones to Avoid) Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): 6 Steps That Cured My Gut Issues How Continuous Glucose Monitoring Can Improve Your Health and Fitness Dexcom vs FreeStyle Libre: Hands-On Review and Comparison Levels Health vs. NxutriSense: Hands-On Review & Comparison Lumen Metabolism Tracker Review LMNT Electrolyte Supplements   Learn more from Michael Kummer: Use code "primalshift" to save 15% on your order at https://shop.michaelkummer.com/ Website: https://michaelkummer.com/ Instagram: @mkummer82