Dr. Eric Westman is a renowned internist and researcher at Duke University, where he serves as Director of the Duke University Keto Medicine Clinic. With over 25 years of experience in the field of low carb and ketogenic diets, Dr. Westman has been at the forefront of research and clinical practice. He is the co-author of the book "End Your Carb Confusion" and has helped countless individuals achieve life-changing results through low carb living.In this episode, Dr. Westman delves into the world of low carb and ketogenic diets, sharing his pioneering work and insights gained from over 25 years in the field. He discusses his early collaboration with Dr. Atkins, the challenges faced in promoting low carb diets, and the growing acceptance of keto within the medical community.We discuss the science behind low carb and ketogenic diets, and their remarkable impact on weight loss, diabetes reversal, and overall metabolic health. He also  addresses common misconceptions surrounding dietary fat and cholesterol, and how to successfully implement a low carb lifestyle, navigate the potential pitfalls, and achieve sustainable weight loss. Dr. Westman shares inspiring success stories from his clinical practice, demonstrating the transformative power of low carb diets in reversing diabetes and improving overall health.The episode also touches upon the future of low carb in medicine, with Dr. Westman expressing optimism about the growing acceptance and recognition of these diets as effective therapeutic tools. He highlights the need for healthcare professionals to understand the role of food in preventing and treating metabolic conditions.Whether you're looking to lose weight, reverse diabetes, or optimize your health, this episode provides the knowledge and motivation needed to embark on a successful low carb journey. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the world's leading experts in the field and discover the potential of low carb and ketogenic diets in transforming your health and well-being.==================Resources and Links:ericwestmanmd.comAdaptYourLifeAcademy.comBook: End Your Carb ConfusionDuke University Keto Medicine Clinic  Twitter: @drericwestman Chances are, you wouldn't be listening to this podcast if you didn't need to change your life and get healthier. So take action right now. Book a call with Dr. Ovadia's team. One small step in the right direction is all it takes to get started. How to connect with Stay Off My Operating Table:Twitter: Dr. Ovadia: @iFixHearts Jack Heald: @JackHeald5 Learn more: Learn more about Dr. Ovadia's personalized health coaching Get Dr. Ovadia's book Stay Off My Operating Table on Amazon. Take Dr. Ovadia's metabolic health quiz: iFixHearts visit Dr. Ovadia's website: Ovadia Heart Health visit Jack Heald's website: CultYourBrand.com Theme Song : Rage AgainstWritten & Performed by Logan Gritton & Colin Gailey(c) 2016 Mercury Retro Recordings