Eric Westman

Dr. Eric Westman, a renowned physician and researcher specializing in low-carb and ketogenic diets, discusses his groundbreaking trials that challenge conventional dietary guidelines for type 2 diabetes. He reveals how a very low-carb diet has helped participants reduce dependency on insulin and improve blood glucose levels. The conversation touches on the importance of quality foods, dietary education for healthcare providers, and the often-overlooked role of fats and cholesterol. Westman urges a reevaluation of our understanding of food addiction and the benefits of personalized dietary approaches.

Dr. Eric Westman, a leading authority on ketogenic diets and past president of the Obesity Medicine Association, discusses the shift in obesity treatment priorities from medications to nutritional interventions. He emphasizes the need for personalized care, advocating for low-carb diets as a crucial tool in managing chronic diseases. Westman critiques the profit-driven pharmaceutical focus and calls for a re-evaluation of dietary guidelines, highlighting the impact of nutrition on metabolic health and the potential of carnivorous diets.

Dr. Eric Westman, an M.D. and statistician, discusses how researchers manipulate data, the flaws in observational studies on red meat and fasting, and the bias in nutritional epidemiology. He criticizes the misleading Stanford twin experiment and highlights the challenges in nutritional research and clinical practice. He also talks about educational initiatives on cholesterol and keto diets.