The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance Under Attack: The Evolution of Ancestral Nutrition – Nora Gedgaudas : 594
May 23, 2019
Nora Gedgaudas, an internationally acclaimed keto and ancestral nutrition expert, shares her insights on the evolution of dietary practices. She argues that our digestive systems are more suited to a carnivorous diet, emphasizing the inefficiency of extracting nutrients from plants. Nora introduces her Primalgenic® approach, grounded in evolutionary physiology and modern science, and critiques the challenges of promoting low-carb diets today. She also highlights the importance of sourcing high-quality foods and maintaining gut health in a modern context.
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Self-Publishing Success
- Nora Gedgaudas's first book, Primal Body, Primal Mind, was self-published in 2009.
- It became unexpectedly successful, leading to speaking engagements and a traditional publishing deal.
Co-opting of Paleo and Keto
- The paleo and ketogenic diet movements have been co-opted by industry.
- This leads to misinformed products that cater to popular desires, not actual needs.
Vegan Neurological Damage
- Nora Gedgaudas observed severe neurological damage in hardcore vegans in her neurofeedback practice.
- This damage is sometimes irreversible due to B12 depletion and over-arousal of the nervous system.
