Nutrition with Judy | Carnivore Diet

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____Patricia and I talk about how breast health is influenced by many factors beyond genes, including toxins and environmental chemicals, diet, lymphatic and detox pathways, and physiological stress, and I highlight screening and lifestyle strategies to support breast tissue and catch potential problems early. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.Patricia Bowden-Luccardi is a long-time integrative health practitioner specializing in breast health and thermography. She has worked in this field for over 14 years (and overall in integrative medicine for decades), with a focus on thermographic imaging, breast tissue health, lymphatic support, environmental factors, and holistic rather than purely surgical or oncologic intervention.We discuss the following:Patricia Bowden-Luccardi’s backgroundCauses of breast-related illnessesCommon toxins linked to breast cancerHistory and purpose of wearing brasConnection between oral and breast healthThoughts on proactive breast removalToxin contribution to cancer ratesUsing salt alongside iodineBreast implants and illness correlationsThermography vs mammogram vs MRIRecommended timing for thermographyBreast health approaches used in SwitzerlandWhere to find Patricia Bowden-Luccardi_____EPISODE RESOURCESWebsite Thermography and the Fibrocystic and Dense Breast bookNwJ interview with Lynne FarrowEFH Personalized Health PlanEFH 24 Hour Urine Iodine Loading Test Kit_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____I’m reflecting on my six-year journey in functional medicine—the growth of my clinical practice, the thousands of clients I've worked with, and the frameworks I’ve developed to help others heal at the root. In this episode, I’m excited to share details about a new project that brings together years of research and hands-on experience, focused on gut health, mind-body healing, and a meat-based approach to nutrition. I also walk through actionable tools like gratitude journaling to support nervous system balance and long-term wellness. With reflections on faith, family, and the importance of service, my hope is to encourage you to take ownership of your healing journey. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.AnnouncementWhat inflammation really is and how it affects the bodyHow to get involved in Judy’s new projectDaily gratitude journaling to aid rest and detox_____EPISODE RESOURCESJudy's newsletterFIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____In this episode, Judy shares her unfiltered story that led her from plant-based eating, binge cycles, and a full psych break to the healing she found through a carnivore elimination diet. She walks through what actually happened before she touched meat again, why keto plant-based didn’t resolve everything, and how the first bite of ground beef became the turning point out of eating disorders, depression, and chronic symptoms.She also breaks down the practical nuance of carnivore with Dr. Eric Westman, including how many carbs some people can tolerate, when carnivore-ish is or isn't enough, when strict carnivore is necessary, why some get stuck, and what I see inside our clinic working with the most chronically ill.They talk alpha-gal, MCAS, mold, Lyme, nutrient myths, fiber, vitamin C, electrolytes, and why some people thrive immediately while others need a deeper root-cause approach beyond diet alone.This conversation covers what actually works, what doesn’t, and how to build a meat-based protocol that creates real, sustainable healing rather than perfection.Carnivore and eating disorder recoveryIs food really the best medicineFull carnivore or carnivore-ish dietReconciling traditional teaching with carnivoreNutritional concerns Judy has seenDiseases improved through carnivoreCarnivore and alpha-gal allergyLong-term carnivore safetyAny harm from carnivore dietHair loss on carnivore dietHandling constipation and muscle crampsEPISODE RESOURCESCarnivore Cure Book & Elimination DietComplete Carnivore Diet for BeginnersFood and Mood JournalCarnivore Elimination Diet Cheat SheetNwJ Interview with Dr. Eric Westman Part 1NwJ Interview with Dr. Eric Westman Part 2EFH Personalized Health Plan_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____I break down the nuanced relationship between the carnivore diet, cortisol, and hormone balance—especially during menopause. I also address claims that the carnivore diet increases cortisol and leads to insulin resistance, and explain why these claims often overlook deeper root cause issues such as undereating, mineral deficiencies, and chronic stress. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.Does carnivore affect cortisol levels?Understanding the toxin bucketHow insulin reacts to macrosWhat is adaptive insulin resistance?Benefits of the carnivore dietHow carnivore reduces inflammationOverview of the endocrine systemChronic stress and menopause transitionWhy root cause healing mattersKey nutrients found in meatFinal takeaways_____EPISODE RESOURCESUndereating VideoA1C Going Up on Carnivore Carnivore CureHow Much to Eat on a Carnivore Diet videoEFH ADH TestEFH Personalized Health Plan_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____I dive into the silent damage caused by undereating, especially when following a carnivore diet. I explain how eating too little can lead to hypothyroid symptoms, hormonal imbalances, and long-term metabolic damage. I also discuss the psychological toll of chronic dieting and food obsession, referencing the Minnesota Starvation Study as a powerful cautionary tale. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.Why undereating is harmfulDangers of consistent undereatingSigns of undereating on carnivoreNutritional needs for proper functionCommon fatigue symptomsHormonal signs of undereatingTransitioning into a carnivore dietMinnesota Starvation Study_____EPISODE RESOURCESHow Much to Eat on a Carnivore Diet video Undereating on a Carnivore Diet articleCarnivore and Weight Loss articleMacros on a Carnivore Diet articleDr. Donald Layman Part 1 InterviewDr. Donald Layman Part 2 InterviewMenno Henselmans' interviewEFH Personalized Health PlanNutritionist’s Guide to the Carnivore Diet_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____Cheryl and I dig into two critical topics in this episode: when and how to approach the Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) protocol with nuance—especially around binders, environmental remediation and how “clean” is actually clean—and secondly the risks of jumping too fast into Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide (VIP) treatment before other foundational healing steps are in place. Make sure to watch the full interview to learn more.Cheryl is a lead practitioner at Empower Functional Health, working alongside Judy Cho in a practice that focuses on functional medicine, root‑cause healing of chronic illness, and a meat‑based elimination diet. They bring a holistic and clinical lens to CIRS, environmental sensitivities, and diet/lifestyle interventions. We discuss the following: What CIRS means for CherylIs CIRS just mold or all mold?How clean is “clean enough”?Cheryl’s thoughts on different bindersImportance of testing cholesterol Cheryl’s thoughts on using VIP too earlyPets, MARCoNS, and nervous system regulationWhen it’s beyond CIRSThoughts on Actinos_____EPISODE RESOURCESNwJ Starting VIP Too Early articleNwJ Exploring Shoemaker Actinos Protocol articleNwJ Rx Binders vs. Natural Binders for CIRS articleFree Food and Mood JournalVCS TestNwJ Interview with Cheryl Part 1NwJ Interview with Cheryl Part 2OMAPREMBiomega-500MegaMarineEFH Personalized Health Plan_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____Dr. Cynthia and I discuss the unseen risks of LASIK eye surgery, including long-term complications like dry eye, halos, and loss of night vision. She reveals why no one should undergo the procedure and how to maintain healthy vision naturally through prevention, protection, and informed decision-making. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.Dr. Cynthia MacKay is a retired ophthalmologist who practiced in New York City for over 40 years and served as a clinical professor at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. She is a co-author of The Unsightly Truth of Laser Vision Correction and co-producer of the award-winning documentary Broken Eyes, both exposing the unspoken harms of LASIK. Dr. MacKay continues to advocate for informed consent and patient safety in ophthalmology.We discuss the following: Who is Dr. Cynthia MacKayWhy LASIK risks aren't disclosedFDA warnings on LASIK surgerySymptoms and repeat LASIK effectsAdvice for those considering LASIKSupporting eye health after LASIKFounder of LASIK surgeryThoughts on gas permeable lensesBest ways to protect eye healthSupporting eye health with ageEffects of untreated children’s eyesWhere to find Dr. MacKay_____EPISODE RESOURCESWebsiteBroken Eyes DocumentaryMaking the Cut bookThe Unsightly Truth of Laser Vision Correction bookEFH Personalized Health Plan_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____Dr. Jacob and I dive deep into understanding pain — what causes it, how it manifests, and why the body can get “stuck” in chronic pain patterns. We also discuss the SHINE protocol for healing from chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, mold illness, and POTS by restoring sleep, hormonal balance, and mitochondrial energy production. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, MD, is a board-certified internist and a leading expert in treating chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, pain, and post-viral syndromes. Having personally overcome chronic fatigue that left him homeless during medical school, Dr. Teitelbaum has since authored 12 books and conducted multiple clinical studies on effective recovery protocols. His signature SHINE protocol—addressing Sleep, Hormones, Infections, Nutrition, and Exercise—has helped thousands reclaim their energy and vitality.We discuss the following: Meet Dr. Jacob TeitelbaumDr. Jacob’s chronic illness journeyIs CFS linked to thyroid issues?Mind-body regulation and pain connectionMast cells, POTS and dysautonomiaSHINE protocol and hypothalamic balanceDoes melatonin lower natural production?Why some stay sick post-Lyme or EBVTreating mold and mycotoxinsMost important hormone to balanceSugar vs seed oils debateAutoimmunity and emotional boundariesWhere to find Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum_____EPISODE RESOURCESWebsite SHINE Protocol OverviewFrom Fatigued to Fantastic bookPain Free 1-2-3 bookPEA supplement Toxic bookEFH Personalized Health PlanCIRS & Environment, ERMI and Ultimate CIRS Environmental Guide BundleEFH Self-Led Mind Body Program_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources _____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____Neisha Berry and I talk about why personalization is key when approaching the carnivore or elimination diet, and the importance of gut healing in long-term success. But this interview goes much deeper. I also share my personal story.  From hitting rock bottom with mental health challenges to reclaiming my life through a meat-based diet. We dive into seasonings, iodine, food and mood journaling, and practical tools that make carnivore sustainable for different lifestyles.Watch the full interview for insights, hope, and real-world strategies you can start today. We discuss the following: Using carnivore as an elimination dietFoods Judy recommends eliminatingHow Judy approaches dairyTracking food and mood effectivelyShould fasting be added early on?Elimination diets for mental healthFrequency of CIRS and heavy metalsSupplements for carnivore followersJudy’s thoughts on iodineHow much should we eat daily?Iodine and nonfunctioning thyroidsJudy’s most important advice_____EPISODE RESOURCESFree Food and Mood JournalFree NwJ ResourcesNeisha's websiteNeisha's InstagramNeisha's YouTube24 Hour Urine Iodine Loading Test Kit_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____Nina and I dive into why the U.S. Dietary Guidelines urgently need to include a low-carb option and how this change could impact millions of lives. We also explore the political and systemic barriers that have kept low-carb diets out of official recommendations and why this moment presents a unique opportunity for real change. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.Nina Teicholz, an investigative science journalist and author of the groundbreaking book The Big Fat Surprise, has been instrumental in challenging conventional dietary wisdom. She is the founder of the Nutrition Coalition, which advocates for evidence-based dietary guidelines that reflect current science. Nina’s work has influenced global discussions on the role of fats, carbohydrates, and whole foods in human health.We discuss the following: Why low carb matters in guidelinesWhy USDA removed low carbHHS influence on USDA changesHow to support low carb inclusionImpact of USDA embracing low carbCan seed oils be replaced?How to support the MAHA movementWhere to find Nina Teicholz_____EPISODE RESOURCESUSDA Graphic Public Shares Low Carb USDA Recommendations ArticleWebsiteX (Twitter)FacebookSubstackThe Big Fat SurpriseIs Carnivore a Right-Wing Toxic Masculinity Diet with Nina TeicholzNina’s Carnivore ArticleEFH Personalized Health Plan_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.