
Why such a bold approach? Dr. Ekberg wanted to test whether eating lots of healthy fats—without processed carbs—would still affect his blood sugar, insulin, cholesterol, and inflammation.
🩸 Blood Test Results: The Good, the Bad & the Surprising
After 10 days, Dr. Ekberg did a full blood panel to track what changed. The results were… mixed.
Here’s a breakdown:
✅ Stayed Stable:
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Blood Glucose & HbA1c: Surprisingly steady, even with all that fat
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Traditional Cholesterol Markers: LDL, HDL, and total cholesterol barely changed
⚠️ Increased:
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Insulin & HOMA-IR: Suggesting a rise in insulin resistance
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CRP (High-Sensitivity): An increase in inflammation