Synopsis: The 13 Biggest Keto Mistakes: DON’T MAKE THEM!
In this enlightening video, Dr. Eric Berg unveils the most common pitfalls that hinder weight loss efforts on the ketogenic diet. While the promise of keto often begins with rapid weight loss, many find themselves stuck or confused as progress stalls. Dr. Berg emphasizes that successfully following keto relies on reducing carbohydrate intake to below 50 grams daily—a crucial detail often overlooked.
Key topics include the dangers of “dirty keto,” the importance of quality ingredients, and how stress and lack of sleep negatively impact metabolism. He highlights the significance of gut health and liver function, as well as the need for adequate vitamin D from sunlight exposure. Additionally, viewers will learn why overtraining can be counterproductive and the necessity of pairing keto with intermittent fasting.
The video aims to provide viewers with a comprehensive understanding of how various factors can disrupt their keto journey, empowering them with the knowledge to avoid these mistakes and achieve their health goals effectively. Don’t miss Dr. Berg’s expert advice to optimize your keto experience!
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If you’re not losing weight on keto, or you’re stuck on a keto plateau, this is for you. Make sure you’re not making these common keto diet mistakes… they could be the reason why keto isn’t working!
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0:00 Introduction: The keto diet is not working for me!
0:41 Why I’m not losing weight on keto
5:35 Gallbladder, liver health, and the keto diet
10:03 Vitamin D and keto weight loss problems
13:50 Keto diet facts and fiction
In this video, we’ll take a look at why some people struggle with weight loss on the keto diet or experience a keto weight loss plateau.
To do the keto diet correctly, you must reduce your carb intake to 50 grams or less per day, especially if you’re working towards a goal such as weight loss, reducing chronic illness, increasing energy, or improving your health.
Avoid these 13 common keto diet mistakes!
1. Don’t do dirty keto, a low-carb diet that doesn’t eliminate unhealthy ingredients.
2. Poor sleep increases blood sugar values to those of a prediabetic. It also increases cortisol levels, inhibits the release of growth hormone, and reduces fat burning.
3. Stress raises cortisol levels, which blocks the benefits of keto.
4. Overtraining can stifle weight loss!
5. Gallbladder and liver health are vital for fat breakdown and absorption, and critical for proper thyroid function. You won’t lose weight on keto until you address these issues first.
6. Your thyroid is responsible for metabolism and energy. Focus on iodine, selenium, and zinc intake for a healthy thyroid.
7. Weight loss on keto starts with a healthy gut. Try L. reuteri yogurt to restore gut health and lose weight.
8. Not getting enough sun is one of the most common keto weight loss problems. Vitamin D protects you from insulin resistance, and sunlight increases melatonin and serotonin.
9. The more atrophy you have, the less keto will work for weight loss.
10. Make sure you have realistic expectations and an accurate definition of normal. After the initial water weight loss when first starting keto, weight loss will vary from person to person.
11. Pair the keto diet with intermittent fasting. Eliminate snacking and only eat when you’re hungry.
12. Avoid cheat day!
13. Lower your dietary fat intake if you’re struggling to lose weight on keto.
You may have heard rumors that the keto diet is dangerous, but this simply isn’t true and is often based on poor research.
Some foods labeled as “zero sugar” still contain carbs. Check labels and make sure your keto weight loss plateau isn’t caused by hidden sugar consumption!
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.
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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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Thanks for watching! I hope you find this helpful if you’re not losing weight on keto. I’ll see you in the next video.
Video “The 13 Biggest Keto Mistakes: DON'T MAKE THEM!” was uploaded on 12/12/2025 to Youtube Channel Dr. Eric Berg DC