Have you ever wondered if those vegan documentaries were true and that our heavy meat consumption is really ruining the planet? Or is it just the opposite true? You may be surprised by the answers to those questions, which you’ll hear about in this podcast episode with Dr. Paul Saladino and Dr. Anthony Gustin. Dr. Saladino, a classically trained physician and functional medicine practitioner, discusses the problem with our current agricultural system, including how it’s not sustainable, and what it takes to fix this. On top of that, you’ll hear how regenerative agriculture benefits animals, the environment, and our health.   As a carnivore expert, Dr. Saladino also takes the chat further by sharing important minerals that could be missing from a carnivore diet, why that is, and why LDL cholesterol is an important molecule in the body.   You’ll also hear Dr. Saladino’s thoughts on whether or not saturated fat is good for you. If you don’t know, Dr. Paul Saladino is a classically trained physician, functional medicine practitioner, and board certified in psychiatry. He’s also worked as a physician assistant in cardiology before medical school and then worked with Dr. Andrew Weil on integrative medicine and nutritional biochemistry at the University of Arizona. Most recently, Dr. Saladino published a book titled, The Carnivore Code, which dives into all things carnivore diet and more.  When you check out this episode, you’ll learn more about the sustainability of animal production and so much more. This is one episode that may surprise you, especially if you follow a plant-based or vegan diet. Tune in now to learn more!

Zach Bitter is a world and American record-holding endurance athlete with three National Champion wins and three Team USA World 100km wins under his belt. And his next 100+ mile race is just a few months away. To say he’s an amazing human is an understatement. But how does he do it? You’ll find out when you tune into this episode. Dr. Anthony Gustin and Zach Bitter dive into how he does it plus how Zach used to fuel with a high-carb diet, why he switched, what he does now, and the results he’s seen since doing so. You’ll also hear more about what it takes to keep your mind going through an ultra long race and what Zach uses for fuel during one.  For those that don’t know Zach, on top of everything mentioned earlier, Zach is also a coach and public speaker with over 50k social media followers. He’s made it his mission to find his limitations and help others find theirs. By tuning in, you’ll see what it really takes to fuel your body and mind through an ultra run. Check out the episode now!

Would you be surprised to hear a cardiologist prescribing low-carb and keto diets to his patients? Dr. Bret Scher, a board-certified cardiologist known as the Low-Carb Cardiologist, definitely received his share of skepticism in the medical field for this. But, here’s the thing, Dr. Scher started out prescribing the low-fat, high-carb diet he was taught throughout medical school to his patients. And it didn’t work. His patients weren’t making improvements despite his and their best efforts. Dr. Scher knew there had to be a better way and eventually, his research led him to keto. You may be thinking that he’d be the last person promoting a low-carb, high-fat diet, but he found incredible results personally and in his patients, especially his most challenging ones. You’ll hear more about this, along with the other lifestyle therapies he’s prescribing. Dr. Scher also shares what to do about high cholesterol on keto, other blood markers to consider, and his experience prescribing time-restricted eating. Dr. Scher is board certified in adult cardiovascular disease, adult echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology. He’s also held prior certifications as a NASM certified personal trainer and nutrition coach, as well as in functional medicine and behavior modification. When you check out this episode, you’ll learn about the research behind using keto and low-carb diets to improve heart health and so much more. Check out the episode now!

William Shewfelt, known for his role as Brody the Red Power Ranger, shares his strategic approach to health and fitness. He discusses his transformative journey from vegan to carnivore, revealing how diet changes boosted his energy and strength. William highlights the importance of personal development during tough times and offers tips for achieving mental clarity through information fasting. He emphasizes a balanced view of health, focusing on self-acceptance and the value of community in fostering growth.

As you’ll quickly learn in this podcast episode with guest Robby Sansom, fake meat and monocultures are destroying our planet at extremely fast rates. Robby shares how long we currently have to continue on with the way our agricultural system is set up now-- it’s incredibly low -- and how regenerative agriculture can help fix this. You’ll also hear more about what regenerative agriculture is, the benefits of switching to this, and how it’s transforming the way we raise meat and the future outlook of our planet.  If you don’t know Robby, he’s a land steward who has spent the last several years of his life studying the problems in our current agricultural system and addressing how they can be solved with regenerative agriculture. He co-founded Force of Nature Meats, which is focused on accelerating a global regenerative supply network. Don’t sweat it if you’ve never heard of these terms -- most people haven’t. Because of that, we’ll keep things simple in this episode to help you see what’s really going on -- it’s a real eye-opener. Tune in now to learn more.

Getting enough movement throughout your day isn’t just about keeping your body in peak physical shape. To prove this, Aaron Alexander explains in this episode that postural anchoring can affect your mood and that your wrist strength is a surprising indicator of your cardiovascular health. Aaron also discusses how our artificial environment is contributing to more health problems instead of less, what NEAT is and how you can improve it, and why standing desks won’t solve this problem. If you don’t know Aaron, he’s a premier leader in the movement space and has over 10 years of experience studying movement. He came up with five principles that simplify his extensive research, which he published in a book he co-authored, The Align Method: 5 Movement Principles for a Stronger Body, Sharper Mind and Stress-Proof Life. In this episode, Aaron’s sharing some of his best movement principles -- which can easily be weaved into your day -- and why these matter so much. Whether you exercise regularly or you’re on the sedentary side, this episode has some eye-opening points you don’t want to miss. Tune in now to learn more!

In this first episode of The Natural State Podcast, we’re starting out with a controversial episode -- Jesse Griffiths and Dr. Anthony Gustin dive into hunting. But they’re taking a completely different approach and looking at the other side to hunting in this episode. So instead of killing animals for sport, it’s about doing so to improve the quality of the foods you eat. Jesse has a unique way of approaching hunting and he shares this in this podcast episode. You’ll also discover how Jesse has respect and admiration for the animals he hunts and how he puts incredible emphasis on sourcing ingredients locally and seasonally. If you’ve never heard of Jesse Griffiths, he’s the owner of Dai Due, a restaurant in Austin, TX that sources its ingredients locally and seasonally. Jesse also hosts and teaches hunting and butchery classes in his hunting schools, which you’ll also hear more about. Even if you don’t agree with hunting, this is one episode you don’t want to miss -- it could easily change your mind. Check out the episode now to learn more about hunting for better food quality.

If you’re looking for The Keto Answers podcast, you’re in the right place… sort of. As Dr. Anthony Gustin mentions in this short episode, which dives into what you can expect with The Natural State, keto and nutrition are just one piece of the puzzle and one tool you can use to achieve better health. But they’re not the only thing you should focus on. That’s why The Keto Answers podcast has transformed into The Natural State, which expands the conversations beyond just keto and nutrition. Join Dr. Anthony Gustin and his guests as they dive deeper into nutrition, sleep, movement, relationships, and so much more. To see what’s in store, check out this short episode now!

In this podcast episode, Dr. Anthony Gustin interviews Dr. Angela Poff, a leading keto researcher based out of the University of South Florida. Dr. Poff has worked with Dr. Dominic D’Agostino, another leading researcher at USF, for almost 10 years now to study therapeutic ketosis and cancer metabolism, along with other conditions such as seizures and neurodegenerative diseases. You’ll hear more about everything they’ve discovered along this research journey when you tune into the episode. Dr. Angela Poff holds a Ph. D in Medical Sciences from the University of South Florida, where she’s been researching for almost a decade now.  You’ll discover how Dr. Poff got into this space, why she’s so passionate about it now, and what she does on a day-to-day basis as a result of their research findings in this episode. Dr. Poff also shares her knowledge on ketones, ketosis on different cancer models, and how she modified keto for pregnancy. Check out the episode now to learn more!

Does your body need carbohydrates? Are all carbs bad for you? Can you change your carb tolerance? Can you get all your nutrients from high-fat foods? If questions like these have come up on your keto journey, you’re not alone. That’s why Dr. Anthony Gustin wrote his new book, Keto Answers. In it, Dr. Gustin addresses 268 questions about keto, covering almost anything you might wonder about on your keto journey.  In this podcast, Dr. Gustin and Chris Irvin, Head of Education for Perfect Keto, talk about the book-writing process, how many carbs your body needs, whether carbs are bad for you, how to change your carb tolerance, and more. If this is your first time checking out The Keto Answers Podcast and you’re not familiar, Dr. Anthony Gustin, the host of the episode, is a board-certified chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner as well as the founder of Perfect Keto. Since he transitioned out of his clinical practice, he’s made it my mission to help as many people as possible achieve optimal health and well-being. He does this by creating educational pieces -- such as this podcast episode -- and by developing high-quality, clean, keto-friendly products that make living low-carb easier. When you tune into the episode, you’ll hear more about Dr. Anthony Gustin and Chris’ keto journeys, as well as their thoughts on common keto questions.    Check out the episode now and you may finally have the answers you’ve been looking for.