Get access to my FREE resources 👉 https://drbrg.co/3VlEG9N For more info on health-related topics, go here: http://bit.ly/2MMJYJ9 Overview of Healthy Ketogenic Diet and Intermittent Fasting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMZfyEy_jpI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBqpaAKtnXE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dHcT1-K-tw Take Dr. Berg's Free Keto Mini-Course: http://pxlme.me/-i717vtY or go here: http://bit.ly/2RmaFDS Download Keto Essentials http://bit.ly/2DH0d6o Today the topic is telomeres. I really want to break this down very simply so you can understand what telomeres do and why telomeres are important. What are telomeres? A telomere is the DNA structure at the end of chromosomes. It can be compared to the plastic end of a shoestring that protects it from fraying. You can look at chromosomes as the entire DNA strand with everything connected to it. So, think of it as the entire shoestring. DNA are sections of genes. But, the entire collective chain of DNA is the chromosome. Telomeres are basically DNA structures at the end of chromosomes that shorten with each division. Telomeres: • Protect the ends of chromosomes • Are related to lifespan • The shorter the telomere the less gene expression and repair • Are considered junk DNA (but they do have a purpose) Telomeres and aging: When you’re very young, your DNA inside your cells have a huge capacity to keep up with damage. But, when you’re older, you have less telomeres, and you have a more difficult time keeping up with repair. Cancer cells that can live forever produce an enzyme called telomerase. Telomerase can counter the shortening effect related to telomeres. There is a plant called astragalus that has the ability to boost telomerase. Astragalus is still being studied, but it seems astragalus may: • Have anti-aging properties • Increase your immune system • Improve your sleep • Increase your memory I’m interested in taking the top reasons people die, and teaching you what you can do to take your weak link and strengthen it. I believe a lot of the reasons why people die relate to high insulin and high carb diets. This is why it’s crucial that you’re on healthy keto and that you do intermittent fasting. Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio: Dr. Berg, 56 years of age is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of The New Body Type Guide and other books published by KB Publishing. He has taught students nutrition as an adjunct professor at Howard University. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media. DR. BERG'S SHOP: http://bit.ly/2QExYdM Follow us on FACEBOOK: fb.me/DrEricBerg ABOUT DR. BERG: http://bit.ly/39Ckyb1 Disclaimer: 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, and 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.