In this discussion, Ashley Armstrong, a traditional cheese-making advocate, highlights the nutritional decline of modern, industrial cheese. Alongside health expert Dr. Mercola, they delve into the adverse effects of synthetic ingredients on our health, advocating for high-quality, raw cheese made from grass-fed cows. They explore the gut health benefits connected to traditional cheese and discuss the importance of balancing calcium and phosphorus in diets. Their conversation promotes support for small-scale farmers and the revival of artisanal cheese practices.

Ashley Armstrong and Dr. Mercola discuss low-PUFA diets and sustainable eating, emphasizing the importance of optimal health, understanding metabolic markers, and debunking misconceptions. They explore the impact of different fats on health, calcium's role in ATP production, and strategies for gut health and mitochondrial function. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by small farmers in providing high-quality food and the need for government regulation to incentivize sustainable practices.