Is the Carnivore Diet a Miracle or Madness?

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Nick and Steve dive headfirst into one of nutrition’s most heated debates: the carnivore diet. 🥩 In this episode of The ATP Project, they unpack the science, myths, and real-world stories behind this polarizing trend.

From gut health mysteries to shocking patient case studies, Nick and Steve tackle it all with zero bias. Whether you’re a keto warrior, plant-based purist, or just nutrition-curious, this no-BS breakdown will challenge what you think you know.

 

As always, this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please discuss any information in this podcast with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.
  • 00:00:00 – Carnivore diet 00:02:48 – What is the Carnivore diet?
  • 00:06:55 – Can you get your nutrients from a Carnivore diet?
  • 00:08:25 – Low Iron levels on the Carnivore diet?
  • 00:09:44 – Fibre – Do we need it?
  • 00:10:50 – Cholesterol and the Carnivore diet
  • 00:16:45 – The gut microbiome
  • 00:20:59 – Butyrate and Fibre
  • 00:37:45 – Blue zones
  • 00:42:49 – Plants – do contain toxins!
  • 00:47:34 – The microbiome – what are you feeding?
  • 00:50:52 – Meat consumption and longevity
  • 01:04:59 – Take home message
  • 01:10:15 – Ask a naturopath

Clinical References

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