
The Primal Podcast
The Primal Podcast (previously known as 5 Minute Body) is hosted by Rina Ahluwalia, who has over 25 years of experience in the medical industry. The health podcast discusses root-cause healing including nutritional protocols like the Carnivore Diet to fix inflammation, hormonal dysregulation, heart disease, cancer, dementia, and mental health disorders.
Learn More: https://www.theprimal.com/
Latest episodes

Apr 12, 2025 • 1h 5min
Ep 117 - Dave Asprey | Get EPIC Fasting Results (Do Butter Coffee)
This episode is brought to you by The Primal Tallow Balm. Dave Asprey will discuss the power of fasting and intermittent fasting to lose weight and prevent disease. Get support from Carnivore doctors, head to https://www.gocarnivore.com/Get Faster Fasting Results: http://www.theprimal.com/lab/fasting-to-lose-weight-prevent-disease-fast-the-right-wayDave Asprey Books:1. Fast This Way: https://amzn.to/4jm82Q22. The Bulletproof Diet: https://amzn.to/3R0QQmQ3. Heavily Meditated: https://amzn.to/3RwxdTUThis episode features Dave Asprey, a New York Times best-selling author of Fast This Way and the Bulletproof Diet. Dave is a biohacking expert and, once weighing over 300 lbs, transformed his health and the lives of millions of people through fasting and the Bulletproof Diet.Dave will discuss the power of fasting and what it can do for the body, including its benefits for autophagy, prevention and healing of chronic disease, weight loss, and more. We will also discuss how to start fasting and different fasting lengths that might be appropriate for beginners. If you are new to fasting, starting with a 12-hour fast produces significant weight loss benefits, and Dave will also describe more advanced types of fasting.Dave also discussed common mistakes people make when fasting, his thoughts on OMAD, one meal a day, and gender differences in fasting between men and women. We also discussed the role of bulletproof coffee in extending a fast and making fasting, intermittent fasting, or prolonged fasting easier for maximum healing and autophagy benefits.

Apr 5, 2025 • 1h 13min
Ep 116 - Prof Thomas Seyfried | The WORST Food That Feeds Cancer Cells (STARVE IT Naturally)
In this engaging discussion, Thomas Seyfried, a world-renowned cancer expert and author of "Cancer as a Metabolic Disease," delves into revolutionary cancer treatments. He argues that cancer is more about metabolic dysfunction than genetics, advocating for a high-fat ketogenic diet. Seyfried shares compelling success stories, including a glioblastoma survivor who thrived on metabolic therapy. The conversation also highlights dietary strategies for prevention and the pivotal role of mitochondrial health in cancer management, challenging traditional treatment approaches.

Mar 29, 2025 • 1h 24min
Ep 115 - Dr Donald Layman | The Ultimate Protein Guide (How Much You ACTUALLY Need)
Dr. Donald Layman, a PhD researcher and protein metabolism expert, shares his invaluable insights on protein's role in health. Discover why many people, particularly women, fall short on protein intake and the misconceptions surrounding it. He emphasizes the significance of leucine in muscle synthesis and the optimal timing for protein consumption, especially at breakfast. Practical tips for enhancing morning nutrition and the comparison of ribeye steak to whey protein further enrich the discussion, making it a must-listen for anyone serious about their health.

Mar 22, 2025 • 1h 8min
Ep 114 - Dr Philip Ovadia | Fix Heart Disease & Cholesterol Naturally (EAT BUTTER)
Dr. Philip Ovadia, a board-certified cardiac surgeon and author of "Stay Off My Operating Table," discusses the surprising truths about heart disease and cholesterol. He dispels myths around cholesterol, advocating for a high-fat diet rich in butter and red meat to improve heart health. The conversation highlights the alarming rise of heart disease in younger populations, emphasizing insulin resistance and lifestyle changes over statin use. Ovadia also shares insights on personalized nutrition and the benefits of a carnivore diet for both heart health and mental well-being.

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Mar 8, 2025 • 1h 11min
Ep 113 - Dr Sean O'Mara | #1 Fastest Way To Fix Visceral Fat & Lose Weight
This episode is brought to you by The Primal Tallow Balm. Dr Sean O'Mara will discuss the best way to get rid of visceral fat (belly fat), and why you need to eat more fat! Burn Belly Fat (FREE GUIDE): https://www.theprimal.com/lab/reverse-visceral-fat-1-fastest-way-to-lose-weight-fix-diseaseDr. O'Mara's Book Growing Better Not Older: https://amzn.to/3D4PEviVisceral fat is disease inside your body, so you don't want any visceral fat. Some people will ask what a good level to have; the answer is as low as possible. Dr Sean O'Mara will discuss the dangers of visceral fat, the difference between dangerous visceral fat causing disease and subcutaneous fat, and the fastest way to reverse visceral fat through a high fat carnivore diet.

Feb 23, 2025 • 1h 12min
Ep 112 - Dr Yvonne Burkart | 20 Everyday Products Linked To Cancer & Disease
Thank you to our sponsor The Primal Tallow Balms & Soaps. The hidden toxins found in our everyday products increase our risk of chronic diseases like cancer. If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor. Click https://betterhelp.com/primalpodcast for a discount on your first month of therapy.AVOID THESE TOXINS: https://www.theprimal.com/lab/cancer-is-increasing-20-everyday-products-linked-to-cancer-diseaseFind Dr Burkart: https://www.theprimal.com/lab/cancer-is-increasing-20-everyday-products-linked-to-cancer-disease Not only can these toxins be found in products that are absorbed in our skin, but they may also be in the air we breathe and the water we drink daily. Learning about the impact of these hidden chemicals and where they are commonly found can empower us to make better choices as consumers, limit our exposure, and create better health for ourselves and our families.

Feb 16, 2025 • 1h 29min
Ep 111 - Dr William Davis | Fix Your Gut With This ONE Microbe! (EAT THIS)
Thank you to our sponsor The Primal Tallow Balms & Soaps.Dr William Davis discusses the fastest way to fix your gut microbiome with one microbe and an easy yoghurt recipe to help! Try Function and skip the waitlist using my linkhttps://www.functionhealth.com/PRIMALPODCASTFix Your Gut (Yoghurt Recipe):https://www.theprimal.com/lab/gut-microbiome-fix-your-gut-with-this-one-microbeDr. Davis's Book Super Gut:https://amzn.to/4hqejczMicrobes are microscopic organisms, including bacteria, fungi, viruses, and archaea. The body hosts multiple microbiomes, including those in the mouth (oral microbiome), on the skin (skin microbiome), and in the vaginal area (vaginal microbiome), which must be in balance.The good bacteria in your gut microbiome help strengthen your gut lining and keep harmful bacteria under control. But things like antibiotics, herbicides like glyphosate, junk food, medications, stress, alcohol, pollution, and smoking can throw your microbiome off balance. When that happens, it can lead to fewer neurotransmitters, blood sugar issues, bad bacteria spreading into the small intestine, SIBO, inflammation, leaky gut, and allergies.Dr. William Davis has come up with an incredible way to grow your own probiotics. His work is based on research by Dr. Irina Conboy, who studied the microbe L. reuteri and its effects in rats. Rats given L. reuteri had better fur, healed faster, built more muscle, showed more interest in mating, had a stronger immune system, and even showed anticancer benefits.What’s great is that these same benefits have been seen in humans, too!

Feb 9, 2025 • 1h 11min
Ep 110 - Dr Chris Knobbe | This Food Is More HARMFUL Than Sugar
Thank you to our sponsor The Primal Tallow Balms & Soaps.Dr Knobbe discusses new research on the harmful effects of vegetable seed oils and why foods high in omega-6 fatty acids are worse than sugar! Head to http://DrinkLMNT.com/theprimalpodcast to get your free sample pack with any purchase.AVOID SEED OILS (FREE 53 SLIDES): https://www.theprimal.com/lab/seed-oils-this-food-is-more-harmful-than-sugarFIND DR KNOBBE: https://www.theprimal.com/lab/seed-oils-this-food-is-more-harmful-than-sugarDr. Knobbe's Book Ancestral Revolution: https://amzn.to/42rwMkw

Jan 19, 2025 • 1h 18min
Ep 109 - Dr Johnson | Prevent Dementia & Alzheimer's Disease (AVOID THIS FOOD)
Dr. Richard Johnson, a Professor at the University of Colorado Denver, is renowned for his groundbreaking research on fructose and its links to obesity and Alzheimer’s. In this discussion, he reveals how Alzheimer’s is now dubbed 'type 3 diabetes' due to its ties with insulin resistance. Johnson proposes a radical new hypothesis connecting high fructose intake to cognitive decline. With insights into the evolution of our sugar consumption and its harmful effects, he shares compelling dietary strategies to combat these risks and improve brain health.

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Jan 12, 2025 • 1h 20min
Ep 108 - Dr Robert Lustig | Get Rid Of Insulin Resistance Once & For All
Dr. Robert Lustig, a neuroendocrinologist and bestselling author, delves into the intricate world of insulin resistance and its effects on metabolic health. He shares actionable insights on fixing insulin resistance through dietary changes, emphasizing the significance of healthy fats and the perils of sugar. Lustig discusses the five types of fats the body needs, the hidden dangers of processed foods, and innovative ways to shop for healthier options. The conversation wraps up with the importance of individualized dietary approaches to combat metabolic issues.
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