Ketogenic Diets and Brain Health with Dr. Terry Wahls

6/18/2025

Pathways to Well-Being

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On this episode of Pathways to Well-Being, legendary IFM educator Dr. Terry Wahls discusses how low-carbohydrate dietary plans like paleo and keto can provide the necessary nutrients to fuel the brain and help prevent cognitive decline and neurodegeneration, as well as how we can help patients implement and sustain these dietary changes to improve brain health.

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Ketogenic Diets and Brain Health with Dr. Terry Wahls

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