Being a keto doctor in the Middle East

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Dr. Ali Irshad Al Lawati is a low-carb doctor working in Oman. In this interview, he talks about the interesting story about how he got started with low carb, his experiences as a low-carb physician and the differences when promoting low-carb lifestyles in the muslim community.

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Keto doctor in the Middle East – Dr. Ali Irshad Al Lawati

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