Ketones for Optimal Cognitive Performance and Deep Ketosis
I’ve previously written about some experiments I’ve conducted involving ketosis, from intermittent fasting to longer five-day fasts and caloric restriction, to help my body kick-start production of ketones. However, in these cases getting into ketosis involved a lot of work so I was looking for ways to shortcut/“hack” the process. In recent years, exogenous ketone supplements have become very popular. ... [ Read more ]
Bulletproof Diet and Intermittent Fasting – My 30-Day Results
Approximately 3 months ago, I decided to try out the “Bulletproof” diet and document my experience adapting to a high (healthy) fat, low carb diet. For those of you who haven’t read my previous post, basically the Bulletproof Diet could be called an “upgraded” Paleo diet. The premise is simple – eat a high (healthy!)-fat, low carb diet, getting 50-60% ... [ Read more ]
The Bulletproof Diet and Intermittent Fasting – My First 30 Days
I first met Dave Asprey at the 2012 Quantified Self conference, where he gave several talks (“Using Software to Exercise your brain & grow focus” and “Data Does not Lie: Orgasm vs. Performance”). He was a popular guy, and attracted a large crowd wanting to talk to him wherever he went. For those of you who haven’t heard of Dave, he’s a ... [ Read more ]