Dr. Shawn Baker Podcast This Doctor Created His Own Job | Dr. Shawn Baker & Dr. Eric Westman
Feb 21, 2025
Dr. Eric Westman, a leading authority on ketogenic diets and past president of the Obesity Medicine Association, discusses the shift in obesity treatment priorities from medications to nutritional interventions. He emphasizes the need for personalized care, advocating for low-carb diets as a crucial tool in managing chronic diseases. Westman critiques the profit-driven pharmaceutical focus and calls for a re-evaluation of dietary guidelines, highlighting the impact of nutrition on metabolic health and the potential of carnivorous diets.
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Atkins Diet Inspiration
- Dr. Westman's interest in obesity treatment began when two patients used the Atkins diet successfully.
- This sparked his curiosity and led him to explore low-carb diets further.
Creating a Nutrition-Focused Job
- Doctors primarily focus on prescribing medication or performing surgeries, often neglecting nutrition.
- Dr. Westman created his own job focused on nutrition, finding fulfillment in helping people improve through dietary changes.
Expanding the Scope of Dietary Intervention
- Dr. Westman's exploration of diet's impact on various conditions stemmed from Dr. Atkins' book "Dr. Atkins' Health Revolution".
- This led to studies and clinical work revealing that dietary changes could reverse conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and joint pain.
