12. Carbs, Fat, and Carbon Dioxide

Lesson 12 of Masterclass With Masterjohn: The Antioxidant System

Since carbs are richer in oxygen than fat, they consume less water in their metabolism and release more carbon dioxide. Carbon dioxide puts stress on the lungs and its generation should be restricted in the case of lung injury to allow healing. This calls for a low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet. On the other hand, carbon dioxide is needed to support the a…