Welcome to another episode of Optimise Your Body! Today, we're excited to have Dr. Shawn Baker join us. He shares his fascinating journey with the carnivore diet and its remarkable health benefits. As an orthopedic surgeon and athlete, he delves into how his personal quest for improved health in his 40s led him to explore nutrition. Dr. Baker details his transition through various diets before fully embracing the carnivore diet, focusing solely on meat and animal products. He discusses the positive impacts on his health, from enhanced digestion to improved sleep and even libido. Get ready for an eye-opening discussion where Dr. Baker addresses common concerns about the carnivore diet, debunking myths and providing expert insights based on his medical background
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction to today’s episode. 1:42 - Athletic achievements and medical career 2:21- Nutrition and health with a focus on the carnivore diet 6:27 - Aging with a former athlete 9:50- The effectiveness of a carnivore diet for various health issues 15:08 - Cholesterol and its relationship with to health 18:40- Cholesterol levels and their impact on cardiovascular health 22:40- Healthy eating and nutrition 28:29 - Human evolution and diet 31:15- Nutrient density and sustainability in the context of animal-based foods 34:21- Human evolution and dietary preferences 37:03- Environmental impact of animal agriculture and profit-driven marketing strategies 43:59 - Beef production’s environmental impact 47:10 - Sustainable farming practices and environmental impacts 50:52- Dealing with criticism and pushback as a public figure 55:53 - Conclusion
