The Primal Podcast

Ep 119 - Dr Shawn Baker | Ultimate Carnivore Beginner Guide (EAT THIS)

May 10, 2025
Dr. Shawn Baker, an orthopedic surgeon and author of 'The Carnivore Diet', shares his insights on the benefits of a meat-based diet. He discusses how eliminating harmful foods can heal chronic diseases and emphasizes the nutritional value of red meat. Baker debunks common myths surrounding the diet, such as misconceptions about gut health and cholesterol. He also offers strategies for achieving rapid results and highlights the importance of personalized nutrition, especially for children and adolescents.
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INSIGHT

How Carnivore Diet Heals

  • The carnivore diet works mainly by eliminating harmful processed foods and providing highly bioavailable nutrition.
  • Meat contains thousands of unique nutrients, including phytonutrients absorbed from plants eaten by animals.
ANECDOTE

Rare Child Recovery on Carnivore

  • A child with a rare congenital gut disease thrived on a carnivore diet after being near death and dependent on TPN.
  • Her condition, usually fatal in early childhood, improved dramatically, demonstrating carnivore's therapeutic potential even for genetic conditions.
ADVICE

Manage Cravings with Adequate Eating

  • Eat enough on carnivore to avoid cravings for junk food, then plan strategies to handle cravings effectively.
  • Consistency and preparation are key for long-term weight loss success on carnivore.
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