Primal Foundations Podcast Episode 36: The Carnivore Diet with Shawn Baker
Discover how Dr. Shawn Baker , a seasoned orthopedic surgeon and lifelong athlete, transformed his health and career by adopting an all-meat diet. Dr. Baker, who once struggled with weight and health issues despite rigorous exercise and traditional dieting, recounts his journey through various dietary approaches, from paleo to ketogenic, before fully embracing the carnivore diet in 2016. Learn about the incredible health benefits he experienced, including the resolution of long-standing knee problems and enhanced athletic performance, leading to world and American records in rowing.
In this riveting episode, Dr. Baker shares insights from his medical practice, where he observed remarkable patient outcomes from low-carb and ketogenic diets, particularly in orthopedic surgery. He details the impact of a carnivore diet on athletes, citing examples of prominent figures like Eddie Hall and traditional dietary practices of athletes from the past. The conversation underscores the critical role of adequate calorie intake and chronic adaptation to low carbohydrate consumption for maintaining peak performance.
Listeners will gain valuable perspectives on muscle building, nutrition, and the role of organ meats in a carnivore diet. Dr. Baker tackles controversial topics such as cholesterol, the pharmaceutical industry’s influence on health and nutrition, and the cultural biases against red meat. The episode concludes with an exploration of revolutionizing healthcare through personalized nutrition and elimination diets, highlighting the success of initiatives like Revero. Tune in for a candid and thought-provoking discussion that challenges conventional dietary wisdom and offers practical advice for optimizing health.
Connect with Dr. Baker:
IG: @shawnbaker1967
YouTube:
https://youtube.com/@shawnbakermd?si=yFHj2dJ6Bv_zDvQr
Carnivore Diet Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Carnivore-Diet-Shawn-Baker/dp/162860350X
Other links:
https://carnivore.diet/shawn-baker-links/
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