Changing Body Metabolics – Unlocking the body’s True Potential For Greatness!
The ketobiotic Diet combines two diet approaches; the ketogenic diet which is based on a person eating a diet of that predominantly supplements carbohydrates with healthy fats and proteins whilst also encouraging foods that feed the microbiome. Our microbiome is crucial in maintaining many of the body functions that we need for example they help to make vitamins, regulate our immune system, blood sugars, weight, gives us more energy, improves mood, etc.
We have been waging a war against fats for so long that we have forgotten to really listen to and also observe how our body operates in health. Fats are not the problem our bodies capacity to metabolise is? What we have focused has bee calorie counting which has inadvertently put our body into distress. We need energy to live but few of us understand how the energy systems work in the body and how to use them to our advantage.
Briefly, we have Two Energy Systems working in the body:
- A sugar burning or aerobic system which needs oxygen in order to burn carbohydrates. Our brain is the largest consumer of glucose in our body, using almost one half of all the sugar energy in our body. Therefore it is crucial that we have enough glucose to feed our brain.
- A fat burning system or anaerobic system is a uses nutritional ketones which are produced in the normal breakdown of fatty acids for energy. Every cell wall within your body contains a protein layer sandwiched between two fat layers. Waging a war on fats means that often we eliminate the wrong fats and we end up depleting our healthy fat stores. Many of the mental problems today are the result of bad fats having displaced good fats on the brain making the brain very irritable.
Thus, both systems are important to our wellbeing however, in a world that has increasingly become reliant on heavily loaded carbohydrate and fat being readily available it has resulted in two systems not being optimally utilised being as they should be. Compound that with foods that are not nutritionally as dense as was 50 years ago or the general lack of fibre in our diets, it is a perfect storm just waiting to happen.
Now add into the mix pregnancy, where a mother has to deal with not just her own body’s metabolic system but also to deal with her baby(ies). We can see that if she is further emotionally, mentally, physically distressed everything becomes so much harder. It also doesn’t help that the nature of pregnancy is to create a pseudo-diabetic state within the body which potentially adds additional load. And moreover with a time bomb ticking it becomes increasingly imperative to be more creative in helping pregnancy mums.
We believe adopting a modified ketobiotic regime especially designed for pregnancy, is the way forward.
At the Heart of Ketobiotic Diet is Fasting
Current dietary approaches practised pregnancy negate the fact that humans evolved in situations that required the capacity to withstand long periods of not eating (fasting). They also negate the naturally occurring pseudo-diabetic state that happens during pregnancy that protects a baby.
Our aim is to safely mimic this natural process of fasting that has evolved over thousands of years and current circumstance it seems the time is ripe to make the shift back to what optimally works for our body.
In our Ketobiotic Lifestyle for Pregnancy Program we teach our women the basics for her to become fully accountable for her own body by becoming her own researcher. For this to happen she needs to be able to listen to her body and interpret what it is telling her as well apply the knowledge she’s been given.
Here are some reasons why support is needed when embarking on a Ketobotic Diet
- It is challenging to change things especially when it is a new approach and this leads to the potential for objections which may cause her to waver. For example, most midwives don’t factor that a mothers weight loss doesn’t automatically mean the baby is loosing weight. They may encourage the mother to put weight back on ignoring the fact that their measurements show that the baby is still growing healthily. This is often the case for many of my mothers making it very challenging for women to stay firm in her decision. This program focuses on optimising the energy stores in a mother’s body and so it is highly likely that she will loose weight.
- If a mother hasn’t fasted before then we need to trial out different intermittent fasting styles to retrain or match her body rhythm. This is done slowly so that she can get used to the shifts in her body. Fasting longer than 16 hours is actively discouraged since it shifts the body into a different form of ketosis.
- Our women will also be asked to go wheat-free – gluten-fee as much as is possible. Many pregnant women develop non-gluten intolerance which, I believe is the primary cause of pregnancy related diabetes. Luckily today there are a lot of yummy alternatives around.
- Become au-fait with the rational behind neuroplasticity and how she can magnify this potential into nervous system of her child.
Don’t Believe Me? Take a peak at the testimonials below where you will see by how resetting a woman’s metabolics dramatically assists a mother to take better control and live a healthier life.
Client testimonials:
Testimonial from a Thriving Professional Mother and Client
When I first approached Sherine, I was overwhelmed with panic about my pregnancy. I doubted my ability to be a good mother and was torn between my career demands and the changes I was experiencing. As the only woman in a male-dominated workplace, I feared my needs would be dismissed as excuses, and I struggled to see myself in the traditional role of a nurturing mother.
Thanks to Sherine’s compassionate guidance and tailored program, I’ve transformed my journey into one of empowerment and success. I’ve been promoted at work, proving that pregnancy and professional growth can coexist beautifully. [Your Name] helped me develop what I now call my “Maternity Roadmap,” a plan that my employer has embraced, making me a pioneer for women in my company.
Physically, I’ve returned to my intermittent fasting regime, which has significantly improved my well-being, leaving me less bloated and more in control. Emotionally, I’ve found peace in the new version of myself, embracing my pregnancy with legitimacy and pride. I’ve learned the importance of self-care and setting boundaries—lessons that extend beyond pregnancy.
Now, I enjoy my pregnancy without it dominating my life. I am more in tune with my body, adapting my activities as needed, and have developed a clearer understanding of what I can control. This program hasn’t just prepared me for motherhood—it’s enriched every aspect of my life, enhancing my relationships at home and at work.
Choosing Sherine as my coach was the best decision for my family, my career, and myself. I am now not just surviving but thriving, thanks to the skills and confidence I’ve gained ~ Anna B
Testimonial from a Mother Navigating Grief and Finding Peace
Before I started therapy with Sherine, I was caught in a cycle of anxiety and grief that I couldn’t fully understand or manage. The sudden death of my middle child had left me in a state of perpetual fear and mourning, affecting my ability to live fully and parent effectively.
Sherine’s compassionate and skilled approach helped me to unravel the complex layers of my grief. Through our sessions, I discovered that my constant anxiety was deeply linked to my unresolved grief. Sherine guided me through meditation exercises that allowed me to name and then desensitize my emotions, which was a game changer for me. This process not only helped me to open up about my child in social settings without fear of breaking down, but it also brought a newfound peace that I had longed for.
Externally, the shifts have been remarkable. I have lost weight through intermittent fasting, a lifestyle change that Sherine encouraged and supported. This has significantly improved my overall well-being and confidence. Additionally, my son is sleeping better, and the calmness I’ve gained from therapy has permeated our home, creating a more peaceful family environment.
Internally, I have gained a greater sense of confidence and peace. I now trust myself to maintain my boundaries and manage tough situations. The ability to step back and assess my thoughts before reacting has given me the courage to face challenges with a new resilience.
One of the most significant acknowledgments I must make is for Sherine’s expert guidance, which combined a deep understanding of medical knowledge with a compassionate therapeutic approach. Her support was instrumental in connecting my physical symptoms with emotional causes, deepening my trust and confidence in the therapy process.
As I continue my journey, I am committed to maintaining the positive changes in my mental and emotional well-being and building on the strengths I have developed. I am incredibly grateful for the transformation I have experienced and am hopeful for the future, thanks to the groundwork laid during my sessions with Sherine~Hannah J.