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EPISODE · Dec 22, 2025 · 14 MIN

The #1 Worst Weight Loss Advice (Doctors Still Get It Wrong)

from Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast · host Dr. Eric Berg

If you’re not losing weight, dangerous diet advice may be the reason. Discover the worst weight loss mistakes and how to lose weight fast with these 13 effective weight loss tips.0:00 Introduction: weight loss lies1:01 The worst weight loss advice 1:49 Low-calorie diets2:30 Weight loss mistakes6:01 13 weight loss tips14:08 Periodic prolonged fasting to lose weight fast Surprisingly, the most common weight loss tips given by mainstream dietitians and medical professionals are the worst diet advice! Calorie counting and portion control will leave you feeling hungry and constantly craving carbs. The body adapts to a low-calorie diet, leading to a slower metabolism. A low-calorie, high-carbohydrate diet raises insulin levels.I’m sure you’ve heard these other bad weight loss tips: • Eat 6 small meals per day• Count calories• Increase fiber• Drink more water to help you feel full• Chew gum• Take Ozempic These tips will not boost fat loss!Your body can use fat or glucose for fuel. Although stored fat is potential energy, you must lower your insulin to utilize it.Insulin resistance is at the root of many chronic illnesses and can negatively affect the liver, nervous system, immune system, and more. Low-calorie diets that don’t lower insulin are not sustainable. You won’t be able to achieve your goals if you're hungry, craving carbs, dealing with brain fog, high blood pressure, or other related issues. If you really want to lose weight, stop calorie counting! Try these 13 weight loss tips instead:1 Don’t use pre-workout, sugary drinks, or protein bars.2. Keep your carbs at around 10 to 20 grams per day.3. No bright lights at night. 4. Get early morning sun.5. Avoid late-night snacking. 6. Never buy junk food at the grocery store. Don’t shop while hungry!7. Be cautious around social situations.8. Walk after meals.9. Don’t eat unless you’re hungry.10. Prioritize healthy animal protein.11. Consume apple cider vinegar before meals.12. Avoid diets that keep you bloated.13. Do periodic prolonged fasting. Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.Disclaimer: Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

If you’re not losing weight, dangerous diet advice may be the reason. Discover the worst weight loss mistakes and how to lose weight fast with these 13 effective weight loss tips.0:00 Introduction: weight loss lies1:01 The worst weight loss advice 1:49 Low-calorie diets2:30 Weight loss mistakes6:01 13 weight loss tips14:08 Periodic prolonged fasting to lose weight fast Surprisingly, the most common weight loss tips given by mainstream dietitians and medical professionals are the worst diet advice! Calorie counting and portion control will leave you feeling hungry and constantly craving carbs. The body adapts to a low-calorie diet, leading to a slower metabolism. A low-calorie, high-carbohydrate diet raises insulin levels.I’m sure you’ve heard these other bad weight loss tips: • Eat 6 small meals per day• Count calories• Increase fiber• Drink more water to help you feel full• Chew gum• Take Ozempic These tips will not boost fat loss!Your body can use fat or glucose for fuel. Although stored fat is potential energy, you must lower your insulin to utilize it.Insulin resistance is at the root of many chronic illnesses and can negatively affect the liver, nervous system, immune system, and more. Low-calorie diets that don’t lower insulin are not sustainable. You won’t be able to achieve your goals if you're hungry, craving carbs, dealing with brain fog, high blood pressure, or other related issues. If you really want to lose weight, stop calorie counting! Try these 13 weight loss tips instead:1 Don’t use pre-workout, sugary drinks, or protein bars.2. Keep your carbs at around 10 to 20 grams per day.3. No bright lights at night. 4. Get early morning sun.5. Avoid late-night snacking. 6. Never buy junk food at the grocery store. Don’t shop while hungry!7. Be cautious around social situations.8. Walk after meals.9. Don’t eat unless you’re hungry.10. Prioritize healthy animal protein.11. Consume apple cider vinegar before meals.12. Avoid diets that keep you bloated.13. Do periodic prolonged fasting. Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.Disclaimer: Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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If you’re not losing weight, dangerous diet advice may be the reason. Discover the worst weight loss mistakes and how to lose weight fast with these 13 effective weight loss tips.0:00 Introduction: weight loss lies1:01 The worst weight loss advice...

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