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Episode 223: DON'T Eat Your Vegetables! | Dr Chaffee on the Ben Wehrman Podcast

The Plant Free MD with Dr Anthony Chaffee

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The Role of Gut Microbes in Digesting Fiber and Producing Saturated Fat for Animals

This chapter explores how animals rely on gut microbes to break down fiber and produce saturated fat as a byproduct, which they absorb as fat and protein. It contrasts the digestive capabilities of animals like oxen with those of humans, arguing that humans are not efficient at extracting nutrients from fiber compared to certain hind digesters. The speaker advocates for a meat-based diet for essential nutrients like fat, protein, vitamins, and minerals, critiquing the promotion of plant-based diets as lacking historical evidence and leading to health issues.

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