The Primal Podcast Ep 145 - Heart Surgeon: “What DID You DO?” Me: “I Went Carnivore.”
Dec 20, 2025
Kerry Mann, a wellness advocate who reversed her congestive heart failure after 1,000 days on a carnivore diet, joins heart surgeon Dr. Philip Ovedia, who champions low-carb approaches. They discuss the inadequacies of conventional medicine in managing heart issues and how both improved their health through dietary changes. The dialogue highlights the importance of fat for heart health, LDL particle quality, and the benefits of fasting. Kerry's inspiring transformation and Dr. Ovedia's book aim to educate on metabolic health.
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Doctors Often Miss Root Causes
- Most doctors view heart failure as progressive and irreversible without addressing root causes.
- Dr. Philip Ovedia argues treating underlying insulin resistance can reverse these conditions.
Low‑Fat Keto Didn’t Solve It
- Kerry ate a plant-heavy, low‑fat ketogenic diet before carnivore and remained unwell.
- He then switched to fatty red meat and experienced major health improvements.
Polypharmacy Often Masks Causes
- Many medications are prescribed to treat side effects from other drugs, creating cascades.
- Dr. Philip Ovedia aims to reduce polypharmacy by addressing root causes instead.