This week on the podcast Mikki speaks to Dominic D’Agostino, Associate Professor at the University of South Florida, about ketogenic diets, the utility of ketone supplements for health and performance, and the disconnect between the known and emerging science and the public perception of the ketogenic diet.
Show Notes
Dom teaches students of the Morsani College of Medicine and the Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology, with a focus on such topics as neuropharmacology, medical biochemistry, physiology, neuroscience, and neuropharmacology. He is also a Research Scientist at the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition (IHMC) to assist with their efforts towards optimizing the safety, health and resilience of the warfighter and astronaut.
His lab develops and tests metabolic therapies, including calorie restriction protocols, intermittent fasting, ketogenic diets and exogenous ketones (ketone supplements) for CNS oxygen toxicity (seizures), epilepsy, metabolic disorders, Alzheimer's disease, ALS, muscle wasting, cancer and human performance applications.
Personal Website: https://www.ketonutrition.org/
Dom’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Domdagostino
What is Mikkipedia?
Mikkipedia is an exploration in all things health, well being, fitness, food and nutrition. I sit down with scientists, doctors, professors, practitioners and people who have a wealth of experience and have a conversation that takes a deep dive into their area of expertise. I love translating science into a language that people understand, so while some of the conversations will be pretty in-depth, you will come away with some practical tips that can be instigated into your everyday life. I hope you enjoy the show!