Revising Health Dogmas: Unpacking Contradictions in Health Axioms that Perpetuate Illness
May 17, 2024
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Eddie Goeke, author of 'Contraindicated', challenges health axioms in this podcast. They discuss questioning dietary dogmas, the impact of mainstream health advice, and revising misinformation. Topics include redefining calories, metabolism, and offering clarity on physiology. Tune in for insights on optimizing health from an animal-based perspective.
Challenging traditional nutrition norms by focusing on mass absorption over calorie intake.
Embracing an animal-based diet for improved health outcomes and metabolic benefits.
Promoting self-education and critical thinking in navigating health misinformation and revising dietary dogmas.
Deep dives
Experience with EDS Symptoms and Diagnosis
The guest, Eddie, shared his experience with a connective tissue disorder called Elers-Danlos syndrome (EDS). His condition primarily affected his ligaments, leading to excessive mobility of his bones, causing impingement on nerves and arteries. This resulted in debilitating symptoms like postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) and significant heart rate fluctuations. Despite initially being dismissed by doctors and family, Eddie pursued a correct diagnosis and treatment, avoiding potential catastrophic outcomes.
Transition to Carnivorous Diet and Metabolic Improvement
Following a period of health challenges, Eddie delved into researching various dietary approaches, exploring figures like Dr. Gundry and Dave Asprey. Eventually, he encountered Dr. Paul Saladino and adopted a carnivorous diet under his guidance. Despite initial discomfort after consuming meat and fruit together, the metabolic benefits Eddie experienced were profound. The transition to a carnivorous diet played a pivotal role in improving his health and overall well-being.
Transition to Biochemistry Education and Research
Realizing the limitations of mainstream nutrition information, Eddie shifted his focus to biochemistry, evolutionary science, and other scientific disciplines for a deeper understanding of health implications. He highlighted the importance of discerning between authoritative claims and factual evidence, emphasizing the need to challenge prevailing nutritional paradigms. By dedicating himself to self-education and leveraging resources like online courses and expert consultations, Eddie continues to broaden his knowledge base and refine his insights in the realm of health and nutrition.
The Problem with the Energy Balance Model and Calories
The podcast episode challenges the traditional energy balance model by arguing that the human body does not consume calories but absorbs mass. It explains that calories are a unit of heat energy and emphasizes that the body uses mass constituents from food, not calories directly. The discussion delves into how different macronutrients affect the body through hormonal responses, highlighting the limitations of solely focusing on calories in human nutrition.
Analyzing the Inaccuracies Surrounding Calories and Thermodynamics
The episode criticizes the commonly held belief about calories and thermodynamics, highlighting misunderstandings around how the body processes energy from food. It refutes the idea of calories as a unit of mass in food and explains the intricate biochemical processes involved in metabolizing nutrients. The speaker challenges misconceptions about energy balance, fat storage, and weight management, advocating for a shift towards considering mass units like grams or kilograms for a more accurate understanding of nutrition.
In this thought-provoking episode of The Inner Carnivore Podcast, host Carnivore JT delves deep into the world of health axioms with special guest Eddie Goeke, author of "Contraindicated: A Closer Look and Revision of Mainstream Health Axioms That Have Perpetuated Illness, Disorder, and Disease For Over a Century".
Join Carnivore JT and Eddie Goeke as they challenge conventional wisdom and dissect the entrenched beliefs that shape our approach to health and wellness. From questioning dietary dogmas to exploring the impact of mainstream health advice on our well-being, this conversation promises to challenge your assumptions and inspire a fresh perspective on what it means to live a truly healthy life.
Tune in as Carnivore JT and Eddie Goeke navigate through the murky waters of health misinformation, offering insights and practical tips for listeners seeking to optimize their health from an animal-based perspective. Whether you're a seasoned carnivore or simply curious about alternative approaches to health, this episode is sure to leave you questioning the status quo and empowered to take control of your own well-being.
Join the conversation and discover how revising health dogmas can lead to a life free from illness and disorder.
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