

Keto/Carnivore Conversations
Robert Kiltz MD.
Keto/Carnivore Conversations is a radical and enlightening examination of how the keto/carnivore diet can help to improve a wide range of complex health and environmental issues contributed to by the Standard American Diet.
Board Certified and Practicing Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr. Robert Kiltz, MD and his guests tackle modern health practices and debunk the stories we’ve been told. No subject is off-limits! You will be presented with unique and extreme ideas based on personal experience and research that will guide you to transform your habits and optimize your health and wellness.
Board Certified and Practicing Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr. Robert Kiltz, MD and his guests tackle modern health practices and debunk the stories we’ve been told. No subject is off-limits! You will be presented with unique and extreme ideas based on personal experience and research that will guide you to transform your habits and optimize your health and wellness.
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Aug 30, 2025 • 1h 17min
147. Diane Ladd: Healing Against All Odds. Diane Ladd’s Journey Through MS, Autoimmunity, and the Carnivore Awakening
In this deeply moving episode, Diane Ladd—a mental health therapist, mother, and fierce truth-seeker—shares her extraordinary transformation after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and enduring a cascade of debilitating symptoms. From slurred speech and brain fog to near immobility, Diane faced a medical system that offered little hope. But her story didn’t end there.Guided by faith and desperation, Diane turned to the carnivore diet—and everything changed. Within weeks, her symptoms began to vanish. Fatigue lifted. Brain fog cleared. Her doctor was stunned. And Diane found herself not just surviving, but thriving.🧬 Topics include:The emotional toll of chronic illness and medical gaslightingHow oxalates and plant toxins triggered her autoimmune spiralThe five stages of carnivore mindset—from “this is crazy” to “this is freedom”Why fatty red meat became her medicine—and her missionSpiritual clarity through fasting and prayerThe moment her neurologist said, “You don’t need your infusion anymore”How carnivore changed her therapy practice, her marriage, and her sense of selfThis episode is a masterclass in resilience, radical healing, and divine intercession. Diane’s story is raw, real, and unforgettable—a beacon for anyone facing chronic illness, emotional burnout, or spiritual disconnection.

Aug 29, 2025 • 1h 21min
146. Pastors Jimmy and Annette Pruitt:Living Up in a Down World: Faith, Carnivore, and the Power of Personal Transformation
In this soul-stirring episode, Pastors Jimmy and Annette Pruitt join Dr. Robert Kiltz to explore the intersection of faith, food, and radical healing. From chronic illness and emotional fatigue to vibrant health and spiritual renewal, the Pruitts share their 600+ day carnivore journey and how it transformed their bodies, minds, and ministry.With humor, humility, and deep theological insight, they unpack the challenges of leading a multigenerational church while navigating grief, burnout, and the Standard American Diet. Their message is clear: healing is possible—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—when we align our lives with truth, simplicity, and divine purpose.🕊️ Topics include:How carnivore reversed chronic inflammation, IBS, and fatigueThe spiritual parallels between fasting, discipline, and dietary healingWhy food addiction is as personal—and powerful—as faithLeading a vibrant church while living a vibrant lifeThe theology of wellness: integrating mind, body, and spiritHow suffering can become strength, and stories become ministryPractical tips for navigating social pressure, restaurant culture, and family resistanceWhether you're a believer, a skeptic, or somewhere in between, this episode offers a deeply human invitation to live up in a down world—with steak, scripture, and unshakable hope.

Aug 29, 2025 • 47min
145. Dr. Nelson Vazquez: From Stroke to Strength. Dr. Nelson Vazquez on Reversing Disease, Rethinking Medicine & Rediscovering Faith
In this riveting episode, Dr. Nelson Vazquez shares his extraordinary journey from a 325-pound diabetic on seven medications and 300 units of insulin a day—to a vibrant, medication-free advocate for carnivore nutrition and metabolic healing. After surviving a stroke and facing macular edema, Dr. Vazquez turned to ancestral eating, eliminating plant toxins and ultra-processed foods to reclaim his health and vitality.He and Dr. Kiltz dive deep into the failures of modern medicine, the dangers of dietary dogma, and the spiritual and emotional clarity that comes with radical lifestyle change. With humor, humility, and decades of clinical insight, Dr. Vazquez challenges everything we think we know about nutrition, disease, and healing.🧠 Topics include:Reversing diabetes, hypertension, and neuropathy through carnivoreThe myth of fiber, greens, and “healthy” plant-based dietsWhy most doctors never study food—and why that must changeThe role of coaching, community, and storytelling in healingHow processed foods became the silent epidemicFaith, family, and the power of personal transformationWhat to buy at the market—and what to throw out todayThis episode is a masterclass in metabolic truth-telling. Whether you're a patient, practitioner, or parent, Dr. Vazquez’s story will inspire you to question everything—and take back your health, one bite at a time.

Aug 28, 2025 • 44min
144. Ken Berry: The Proper Human Diet. Dr. Ken Berry on Carnivore, Medical Myths & Taking Back Your Health
In this no-holds-barred episode, Dr. Ken Berry—family physician, YouTube educator, and author—joins Dr. Robert Kiltz to dismantle decades of dietary dogma and expose the failures of mainstream medicine. From his own transformation as a nearly 300-pound, pre-diabetic doctor to becoming a global advocate for the carnivore lifestyle, Dr. Berry shares how common sense, ancestral wisdom, and real food saved his life—and countless others.🔥 Topics include:Why doctors are just “dudes and chicks”—not demigodsThe truth about grains, seed oils, and the ADA’s failed adviceReversing type 2 diabetes, heartburn, joint pain, and rosacea with meatThe carnivore spectrum: from low-carb to lion dietWhy ancient food beats pharmaceutical fads every timeHow patients are waking up—and forcing doctors to rethink everythingThe American Diabetes Society: a grassroots revolution in real healingBreastfeeding, ancestral nutrition, and raising metabolically healthy kidsDr. Berry’s message is clear: real food heals, and the system is broken. Whether you’re a patient, a practitioner, or just tired of feeling sick and confused, this episode is a wake-up call to reclaim your health, your power, and your plate.

Aug 27, 2025 • 48min
143. Jenny Mitch: Healing Beyond Labels. Jenny Mitich on Addiction, Carnivore Clarity & Reclaiming Purpose
In this raw and transformative episode, Jenny Mitich sits down with Dr. Robert Kiltz to share her powerful journey from heroin addiction and anxiety to radical healing through carnivore nutrition, mindset rewiring, and spiritual awakening. With two and a half years of carnivore under her belt, Jenny opens up about the emotional, biochemical, and cultural shifts that helped her break free from medication, brain fog, and self-doubt.🔥 Topics include:How carnivore cleared anxiety, depression, and the need for XanaxThe truth about plant toxins, inflammation, and “healthy” foodsAddiction recovery through nutrition, self-talk, and spiritual groundingWhy metabolic health unlocks creativity, clarity, and purposeThe myth of restriction—and why simplicity is freedomRaising awareness around breastfeeding, food sensitivities, and ancestral wisdomFinding tribe, building community, and redefining what it means to healJenny’s story is a testament to resilience, curiosity, and the power of doing the hard inner work. Whether you’re navigating chronic illness, emotional trauma, or just seeking clarity in a noisy world, this episode offers a roadmap to reclaiming your health—and your life.

Aug 26, 2025 • 1h 22min
142. Heather Stone: Why Are We Treating Symptoms… But Ignoring Autoimmunity? Dr. Heather Stone on Thyroid Healing, Regenerative Farming & Women’s Health
In this deeply insightful episode, Dr. Heather Stone—one of the world’s leading functional medicine practitioners—joins Dr. Robert Kiltz to expose the hidden epidemic of thyroid dysfunction and autoimmunity affecting millions of women. Drawing from her own personal health journey and over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Stone shares how she’s helped thousands overcome hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s through root-cause healing, regenerative nutrition, and lifestyle transformation.💥 Highlights include:The real cause of low thyroid: autoimmunity, not agingWhy most women are misdiagnosed—or dismissed entirelyThe shocking truth about kids’ menus, gluten, and insulin surgesHow stress loops and cortisol addiction sabotage healingRegenerative farming and “you are what you eat eats”Breastfeeding, mindset, and the biochemical power of maternal careWhat labs actually matter—and why TSH alone isn’t enoughFrom SAD to paleo to carnivore: how to reclaim your metabolic healthDr. Stone’s approach is both clinical and compassionate, blending science with soul. Whether you’re a mom, a practitioner, or someone struggling with fatigue, brain fog, or weight loss resistance, this episode is a wake-up call—and a roadmap to healing.

Aug 25, 2025 • 51min
141. Ford Brewer: Metabolic Wake-Up Call. Dr. Ford Brewer on Prevention, Fasting & the Truth About Carbs
In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Ford Brewer—renowned preventive medicine specialist and founder of the Brewer Clinic—joins Dr. Robert Kiltz to unpack the silent epidemic of metabolic disease and why most Americans are unknowingly living with it. From his early disillusionment with traditional medicine to his mission to empower patients through education, Dr. Brewer shares decades of insight on how lifestyle—not prescriptions—is the real cure.💡 Topics covered:Why 90% of adults have metabolic dysfunction—and only 10% know itThe myth of “healthy” cereals and the blood sugar rollercoasterFasting strategies: intermittent vs. prolonged, and what worksCarnivore, keto, and plant-based diets—what matters most for healingThe role of inflammation in heart disease and why LDL isn’t the villainHow public health missed the mark—and what’s finally changingWhy education, not licensure, is the key to transformationDr. Brewer’s message is clear: you can’t out-prescribe a lifestyle. Whether you’re battling diabetes, fatty liver, brain fog, or just trying to feel better, this episode offers practical tools and a dose of optimism to help you take control of your health—starting with what’s on your plate.

Aug 24, 2025 • 1h 12min
140. Eric Keto Five O: From Trauma to Transformation. Eric Reynolds on Healing, Carnivore, and Cops & Campers
In this raw and powerful episode, retired police officer Eric Reynolds—aka Keto Five-O—shares his extraordinary journey from line-of-duty trauma, addiction, and chronic illness to radical healing through the carnivore lifestyle. After surviving a shooting, battling PTSD, and facing a terrifying heart disease diagnosis, Eric turned to keto and carnivore nutrition, shedding 80 pounds and reclaiming his physical and mental health.He opens up about quitting alcohol, detoxing from heavy metals and mold, and the emotional toll of police work. Now a certified nutritionist and founder of the nonprofit Cops & Campers, Eric is on a mission to help first responders heal through community, nature, and metabolic health.🚓 Topics include:PTSD, heart disease, and the hidden costs of police cultureKeto vs. carnivore: what worked, what healedDetoxing from mold, mercury, and traumaRaising carnivore kids and rebuilding family lifeCops & Campers: a movement for healing in natureWhy community and simplicity are the new medicineThe spiritual and emotional clarity that comes with meat-based livingThis episode is a lifeline for anyone stuck in survival mode. Eric’s story is proof that healing is possible—and that sometimes, the most powerful transformation begins with a steak and a prayer.

Aug 23, 2025 • 1h 3min
139. Lisa Pickart: Life Back from the Brink, Lisa Pickart’s Journey Through Love, Liver Failure, and Carnivore Healing
In this unforgettable episode, Coach Lisa Pickart and her husband Ken share their extraordinary story of survival, love, and radical healing. After Ken was given just 90 days to live due to advanced liver cirrhosis, Lisa refused to accept the prognosis. What followed was a whirlwind of divine intervention, nutritional experimentation, and a complete lifestyle transformation rooted in the carnivore diet.From emotional trauma and obesity to seizures, autoimmune disease, and spiritual awakening, Lisa and Ken reveal how they rebuilt their lives—physically, emotionally, and relationally. Their story is a testament to the power of faith, food, and fierce commitment to healing against all odds.💥 Topics include:Reversing liver cirrhosis through carnivore nutritionEmotional trauma, hormonal imbalance, and spiritual resilienceThe dangers of processed foods, supplements, and medical dogmaHealing relationships through shared lifestyle and belief systemsFaith, fasting, and the role of divine timing in recoveryThe liver as the seat of life—and the root of modern diseaseBuilding a health movement through storytelling and communityThis episode is not just a love story—it’s a wake-up call for anyone who’s been told their body is broken. Lisa’s message is clear: healing is possible, and it starts with taking radical ownership of your health, your home, and your heart.

Aug 22, 2025 • 1h 1min
138. Carnivore Brothers: Healing Against the Grain, the Carnivore Brothers’ Journey from Crisis to Clarity
In this deeply personal and inspiring episode, Ashley and Rhett—aka the Carnivore Brothers—share their raw journey from chronic illness, depression, and metabolic collapse to vibrant health and spiritual renewal through the carnivore lifestyle. What began as a desperate search for answers after a type 2 diabetes diagnosis and emotional burnout evolved into a mission to heal humanity—one documented story at a time.From soda addiction and sleep apnea to mental clarity and community-driven transformation, the brothers reveal how meat-only nutrition, faith, and family reshaped their lives. Their story is not just about food—it’s about courage, connection, and the power of simplicity in a world that’s overcomplicated health.🔥 Topics include:Reversing type 2 diabetes without medicationDepression, anxiety, and the emotional toll of modern livingThe spiritual clarity that comes with nutritional healingBuilding community through storytelling and meetupsThe role of liver health in metabolic diseaseRaising carnivore kids and challenging mainstream normsFaith, fasting, and the pursuit of a simpler lifeWhether you're curious about carnivore, struggling with chronic illness, or just seeking truth in a noisy world—this episode is a beacon of hope and a call to action.


