Eric Westman
Associate Professor of Medicine at Duke University, board-certified in Obesity Medicine and Internal Medicine. Founded the Duke Keto Medicine Clinic and co-authored The New Atkins for a New You.
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Sep 11, 2025 • 1h 6min
Low-Carb Vs. High-Carb Battle — What's BETTER For Your Health & Metabolism: Fats or Sugar? with Dr. Eric Westman and Jay Feldman
Jay Feldman, a health coach known for his bioenergetic approach, teams up with Dr. Eric Westman, a leading obesity medicine expert and founder of the Duke Keto Medicine Clinic. They dive into the intense debate of low-carb versus high-carb diets, stressing the need for personalized nutrition based on metabolic responses. Topics include the benefits of ketosis, the importance of energy production efficiency, and metabolic impacts of fats versus glucose. The discussion emphasizes simple lifestyle changes and exploring safer food choices for optimal health.
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Mar 4, 2025 • 1h 2min
Dr. Eric Westman on the Power of Limiting Carbohydrates to Reverse Type 2 Diabetes; Cholesterol is not a disease
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.
Feb 21, 2025 • 55min
This Doctor Created His Own Job | Dr. Shawn Baker & Dr. Eric Westman
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.
