Dr. Carlos Jaramillo, a functional doctor, discusses the topic of high triglycerides and fatty liver. He explains that high triglycerides are not caused by consuming fat, but rather by excessive carbohydrate intake, particularly from sources like sweets, potatoes, flour, rice, and alcohol. The body converts excess glucose into triglycerides, which are then stored in the liver and fat tissues.
To reverse high triglycerides and fatty liver, Dr. Jaramillo recommends four solutions:
1. Changing carbohydrate sources to vegetables, which are rich in micronutrients and fiber.
2. Consuming healthy fats, such as those from coconut, olives, and nuts, to help regulate insulin and reduce fat formation.
3. Reducing the frequency of eating to 2-3 times a day, with a 12-hour window of not eating, to allow the body to use stored fat for energy.
4. Eliminating foods that cause harm, such as alcohol, sweets, and excess fruit juices, and being mindful of protein intake to avoid overloading the body with excessive glucose.
By following these recommendations, individuals can correct high triglycerides and fatty liver without medication.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Triglycerides are formed in the body when excess glucose is converted into a more efficient source of energy for later use.
2. The body stores glucose in the liver and muscles, and when these organs are full, excess glucose is converted into triglycerides.
3. Triglycerides are not formed from the fat we eat, but from the carbohydrates we consume.
4. Excess carbohydrates, such as those from sweets, potatoes, flour, and fruit juices, can lead to high triglycerides in the blood.
5. Fatty liver is not caused by the fat we eat, but by excess carbohydrates in the diet.
6. The food industry uses foie gras, or goose liver, as an example of how excess carbohydrates can lead to fatty liver.
7. Triglycerides are stored in the adipose tissue and in the blood.
8. To lower triglycerides, it is recommended to reduce carbohydrate intake, especially from sources like sweets, potatoes, and fruit juices.
9. Increasing healthy fat consumption, such as from coconut and olives, can help stabilize insulin levels.
10. Reducing the frequency of eating to 2-3 times a day can help lower triglycerides.
11. Eliminating foods that are high in sugar, such as alcohol and sweets, can help lower triglycerides.
12. Excess protein intake can lead to increased glucose levels, which can then be converted into triglycerides.
13. A diet high in protein can lead to increased triglycerides and fatty liver.
14. Protein deficiency is a problem, but excess protein can also be a problem and lead to fatty liver and high triglycerides.