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No more fixing the boat... Fixing our BODIES. (Health SOS)

December 21, 2025 · 20 min · 678 views · La Restinga, El Hierro, Canary Islands

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Ivo and Dajana, currently living in La Restinga on the island of El Hierro, initiate a ketogenic diet to address Ivo’s weight loss goals and Dajana’s chronic skin inflammation.0:06 The regimen strictly eliminates carbohydrates, including bread, pasta, rice, lentils, and fruit, while prioritizing fats, proteins, and green vegetables.0:52 To manage the diet in an isolated location without a vehicle, the pair calculates caloric needs—targeting 1,600 calories daily for Ivo—and creates a detailed inventory of frozen meats and cheeses for a four-week supply.7:19 They source these provisions from the Cinco Oceanos frozen food store in Valverde.13:23 After two weeks, measurements show a 3-centimeter reduction in Ivo’s waist circumference.17:44 He reports increased energy levels, reduced bloating, and a lack of cravings for snacks, despite the difficulty of abstaining from carbohydrates.18:39 The couple plans to continue the diet to reach their target weight.19:55

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