#355 Dr. Shawn Baker – The Truth About The Carnivore Diet

Dr. Shawn Baker is a former orthopedic surgeon, founder of Revero clinic, and leading advocate for the carnivore diet. Shawn and Zuby dive into the principles behind an all-meat diet, potential benefits, and the controversies surrounding it. Dr. Baker addresses common concerns about nutrient deficiencies and explains who might benefit most from the diet. The discussion also covers broader issues around the U.S. healthcare system, food regulations, and the impact of wealth on dietary norms.

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Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction

(02:59) Shawn’s background

(12:09) Introduction to the carnivore diet

(18:00) What is the carnivore diet?

(22:26) Does it cause vitamin & mineral deficiencies?

(31:39) Who is the carnivore diet for?

(34:03) How does the carnivore diet work?

(45:17) Thoughts on Ozempic

(53:11) US health in the next 10 years

(59:30) Food regulations vs free markets

(1:04:41) Food addiction & informed consent

(1:16:32) Food, regulation & diets: countries to model

(1:18:49) Wealth’s impact on a country's dietary norms

(1:21:43) Obesity rates

(1:24:48) Human division: diet, exercise, wealth & more

(1:28:00) Outro

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