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Peak Human - Unbiased Nutrition Info for Optimum Health, Fitness & Living

Part 210 - Nora Gedgaudas on Animal-Based Diets & Eating Off the Ground For Health

Dec 6, 2023
Renowned nutritionist Nora Gedgaudas discusses topics such as off-grid homesteading, human nutrition history, and the work of Weston Price. They also touch on well-raised meat, regenerative agriculture, and animal care products. Nora's journey in the Paleo movement, challenges faced in editing her book, and the release of 'Primal Body, Primal Mind' are also discussed. The history of misinformation regarding animal-based diets and the benefits of the paleolithic ketogenic diet are highlighted. The chapter concludes with the importance of community and being prepared for the future.
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  • Animal-based diets rich in whole foods, healthy fats, and proteins are essential for optimal health.
  • Plant diversity in our diet promotes microbial diversity in the gut, but plants should be consumed as a side dish.

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Nora Gagoutes: A Pioneer of the Primal Paleo Movement

Nora Gagoutes is a key figure in the primal paleo movement, with her book 'Primal Body, Primal Mind' becoming highly influential. She started as a neurofeedback practitioner but transitioned to nutritional science when she saw the positive impact it had on her clients. Gagoutes emphasizes the importance of animal source foods, highlighting their rich nutrient content and unique benefits. She discusses the significance of fat and fat-soluble nutrients in human health, drawing from the research of Weston Price. Gagoutes also promotes the idea of plant diversity for the microbial diversity in our gut, but sees plants as a side dish rather than a primary staple. She advocates for self-sufficiency and creating networks with local farmers to secure high-quality food sources.

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