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Dietary Diversity or Carnivore: Which Fuels Better Health, Longevity, and Performance? Dr. Shawn Baker & Joel Greene Debate

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Sep 27, 2025
Dr. Shawn Baker, an orthopedic surgeon and carnivore diet advocate, and Joel Greene, a nutrition and longevity practitioner, engage in a spirited debate over dietary approaches. Baker defends the benefits of a meat-centric diet, highlighting its effectiveness for chronic conditions and the simplicity it offers. Greene counters with the importance of dietary diversity, discussing how fiber supports gut health and immune function. Both guests explore the potential metabolic risks of strict diets and agree on using carnivore strategies short-term, emphasizing a balance for optimal health.
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ANECDOTE

Joel's Seasonal, Mixed Approach To Eating

  • Joel has long championed animal foods and dairy while opposing extremes; he recommends carnivore as an intervention, not necessarily lifelong.
  • He emphasizes seasons of foraging, feasting, and abundance to achieve natural dietary diversity.
ADVICE

Use Carnivore As A Targeted Intervention

  • Try carnivore as a therapeutic, time-limited intervention for autoimmune or gut issues and evaluate results after months.
  • If symptoms improve, consider gradual reintroduction or alternate diets based on results and goals.
ANECDOTE

Shawn's Long-Term Carnivore Experience

  • Shawn has followed a largely carnivore diet for about eight years and eats steak almost daily.
  • He reports improved personal wellbeing and uses it for patients with various conditions.
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