Red Meat Revolution: Embracing the Carnivore Diet for Health and Wellness with Dr. Shawn Baker

Meat matters. We’re in the midst of a red meat revolution. Dr. Shawn Baker (@SBakerMD) is a multi-sport world record setting athlete, physician, author of “The Carnivore Diet” and founder of REVERO, who joins the Futures Edge show this week to discuss the benefits of a meat-based diet and its impact on health and wellness. He explains to podcast hosts Jim Iuorio and Bob Iaccino that he eats two meals a day consisting mainly of red meat, with occasional seafood and dairy. He believes that humans are naturally inclined to eat fatty, grazing animals and that red meat provides the necessary energy and nutrients. He shares his journey from being an orthopedic surgeon to advocating for a nutrition-focused approach to healthcare. Dr. Baker emphasizes the importance of eliminating processed foods, sugar, and grains from the diet and highlights the positive effects of a carnivore diet on weight loss, joint pain, and overall well-being. He also addresses the concerns about chicken and explains why he doesn't consume it regularly. The conversation also touches on topics such as menopause and the effects of diet on women's health, triglyceride levels, the impact of processed foods and seed oils, and the role of vegetables in a healthy diet. He also addresses concerns about cholesterol, its relationship to heart disease, cancer, and additionally, the benefits of a carnivore diet for pets.  

Takeaways:

-Eliminating processed foods, sugar, and grains from the diet can lead to weight loss and improved overall health.

-A carnivore diet can help alleviate joint pain and inflammation.

-Cholesterol may not be as significant a risk factor for heart disease as previously believed, especially when combined with a healthy lifestyle.

-A meat-based diet may have positive effects on cancer prevention and treatment.

-Feeding pets a raw meat diet can improve their overall health and well-being.

-Dr. Shawn Baker follows a carnivore diet, mainly consisting of red meat, with occasional seafood and dairy.

-He believes that humans are naturally inclined to eat fatty, grazing animals and that red meat provides the necessary energy and nutrients.

-He explains why he doesn't consume chicken regularly and emphasizes the importance of getting energy from fat.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Overview

06:41 Eliminating Cravings and Changing Eating Habits

28:18 Improved Digestion and Bathroom Habits on a Carnivore Diet

35:02 Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle and Aging Well

43:08 Addressing Concerns About Chicken

52:58 Understanding Triglyceride Levels

01:02:47 The Role of Vegetables in a Healthy Diet