S1E7: Chris Irvin (Q&A #1) - Sunscreen, Electrolytes, Pregnancy Nutrition, Weight Loss Plateaus, and More

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Chris Irvin, The Ketologist and Perfect Keto’s Education Manager, sits down to answer questions from listeners in this episode. But, unlike previous Q&A episodes, this one isn’t just about answering questions solely related to keto. So you’ll learn about off topic things like - should you wear sunscreen, what Chris’ exercise routine looks like, pregnancy nutrition, and so much more when you tune in. You’ll also hear about combating diarrhea on keto, the importance of electrolytes, blood sugar monitoring, and weight loss plateaus on keto.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">On top of being The Ketologist and Perfect Keto’s Education Manager, Chris Irvin is a nutrition science researcher and writer with a strong focus in ketogenic dieting. He also holds a Master’s degree in exercise and nutrition science and spent his time in graduate school studying the ketogenic diet for performance and therapeutic applications.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll find in this episode:</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">0:00 Introduction to the Q&A style episode</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">1:23 Tribute to Perfect Keto’s former Head of Partnerships Alex Cunningham</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">6:05 What strategies do you recommend for avoiding sunburns as someone who is fair skinned?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">6:25 Studies on sunscreen and the research on whether it offers real protection</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">11:04 My doctor won’t approve a GSM since I have normal fasting blood sugar. What can I do instead?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">12:50 When to test your blood sugar</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">16:40 What does your exercise routine look like?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">18:17 Internal Levels study measuring blood sugar after drinking a Coke</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 40