Vinny Lingham: Why “Healthy” Foods Don’t Work for Everyone | DSH #1724

Dec 31, 2025

Vinny Lingham, an entrepreneur and early crypto pioneer, shares his fascinating health journey and the radical shift to a carnivore diet. He discusses the dangers of inflammation, the impact of cutting seed oils, and why mainstream nutrition advice may be flawed. Vinny highlights the importance of personalized biomarker testing over blind adherence to diet dogma. He also reflects on his experiences in high-stakes poker and crypto, cautioning against going 'all-in' in investments and emphasizing the need for measured approaches in both food and finance.

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ADVICE

Cut Seed Oils To Reduce Inflammation

Cut seed oils and refined sugars to lower systemic inflammation and improve biomarkers quickly.
Test biomarkers like HSCRP to track progress instead of trusting headlines or dogma.

INSIGHT

Early Crypto Edge Fades Without Constant Focus

Early crypto insight gave Vinny an edge but that advantage fades unless you stay fully immersed in the space.
He recommends delegating crypto exposure to teams actively working in the industry today.

ADVICE

Manage Crypto Risk With Position Sizing

Limit crypto exposure to a small percentage of net worth (e.g., 5–10%) to manage extreme volatility.
Avoid going all-in; prepare for repeated cycle crashes and manage position sizing.

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