Metabolic Freedom With Ben Azadi #1037 90 Days of Nothing but Meat! – Shocking Impact on My Gut Diversity & Metabolic Health with Dr. Shayne Morris
Jun 23, 2025
Dr. Shayne Morris, a molecular biologist specializing in microbiomes, joins Ben Azadi to explore the surprising benefits of a 90-day carnivore diet. They discuss how this restrictive diet improved Ben's gut diversity and metabolic health, challenging conventional beliefs about nutrition. The conversation delves into the adaptability of gut bacteria, the relationship between diet and genetics, and the implications of cholesterol levels. They highlight the importance of personalized nutrition and the potential effects of plant toxins on gut health.
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Carnivore Diet Increases Diversity
- A 90-day carnivore diet surprisingly increased gut microbiome alpha diversity.
- The shift favored bacteria metabolizing protein and fat, adapting the gut ecosystem functionally.
Microbiome's Functional Flexibility
- The gut microbiome adapts functionally by shifting bacteria to produce butyrates without plant carbs.
- This microbial flexibility supports maintaining gut health and metabolic functions on carnivore diet.
Akkermansia Spike in Carnivore
- Ben's Akkermansia bacteria increased significantly during carnivore, aiding fat metabolism and hormone regulation.
- This change likely contributed to his weight loss and improved satiety on the diet.
