Meat Matters with Jenny Mitich

Exploring Eye Health, Carnivore, & the Radical Importance of Sunlight with Dr. Lisa Wiedeman

May 29, 2025
Dr. Lisa Wiedeman, an optometric physician with over 30 years of experience and a dedicated carnivore since 2009, joins the conversation. She shares insights on how nutrition and sunlight are crucial for eye health, delving into the impact of a carnivore diet on overall wellness. The discussion also covers overcoming food addiction, the benefits of communal support through initiatives like carb-sober cruises, and her nuanced views on coffee. Lisa emphasizes lifestyle changes for metabolic health and provides tips for those new to the carnivore journey.
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INSIGHT

Nutrition and Light Equal Importance

  • Nutritional choices and light exposure are equally crucial for eye and metabolic health.
  • Morning sunlight's infrared spectrum profoundly impacts sleep, mood, and healing.
ANECDOTE

Dr. Lisa's Carnivore Journey

  • Dr. Lisa battled disordered eating and food addiction for over 30 years before discovering carnivore in 2009.
  • She found community online, attended meetups, and embraced carnivore for healing and connection.
ADVICE

Carnivore-Friendly Cruises

  • Hosting carnivore-focused cruises builds supportive community and aids health maintenance during vacations.
  • Cruise staff accommodate low-seed oil, carnivore meals to support attendees' needs.
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