The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey

Nutrition Goes Primal with Dr. Paul Saladino and Nora Gedgaudas : 860

Sep 21, 2021
Dr. Paul Saladino, a functional medicine practitioner, champions the carnivore diet and advocates for meat's central role in nutrition. Nora Gedgaudas, an expert in keto and ancestral diets, challenges conventional vegetarianism. They tackle the hidden dangers of plant toxins and omega-6 fats while sharing personal journeys from veganism. The discussion also dives into the significance of fatty acids and the integration of quantum biology in health improvement, ultimately promoting a diet focused on quality and primal living.
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ANECDOTE

Carnivore Diet Experiences

  • Dave Asprey had leaky gut from a carnivore diet experiment.
  • However, his friend Steve Omohundra cured his blood cancer with it.
INSIGHT

Veganism and Neurological Damage

  • Nora Gedgaudas observed severe neurological damage in vegans, especially in Portland.
  • She highlights that B12 deficiency can cause irreversible neurodegeneration.
ADVICE

Root Cause Focus

  • Dr. Paul Saladino emphasizes identifying the root causes of illness.
  • He criticizes the symptom-focused, pharmaceutical approach in Western medicine.
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