The Happy Accident of the Carnivore Diet: Escaping the Dangers of Seed Oils

The Carnivore Diet has gained attention for its ability to significantly improve health and well-being. While much of the focus is on eliminating natural pesticides found in plant-based foods, an often overlooked but crucial factor contributing to these benefits is the complete removal of vegetable oils from the diet. Vegetable oils, which are high in linoleic acid, have been increasingly linked to the rise in chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. The Carnivore Diet may unintentionally offer a "happy accident" by excluding these harmful oils, as pointed out by Dr. Chris Knobbe, author of The Ancestral Diet Revolution. This post will explore how the Carnivore Diet and the removal of vegetable oils can lead to better health outcomes.

The Truth About Adulterated Olive Oil: Protecting Your Health and Wallet

Last week, I mentioned that olive oil is safe for consumption. Olive oil has long been celebrated for its health benefits and culinary versatility. However, not all olive oils are the same. In fact, many olive oils on the market are mixed with cheap, toxic seed oils, which can mislead consumers and potentially harm their health. This blog will explore the history and implications of mixed olive oil, the increasing use of vegetable oils, and how to ensure you're getting authentic olive oil.

Unlocking Metabolic Efficiency: The Hidden Dangers in Your Diet

Many of us are efficient at storing energy and inefficient at burning it when it comes to our metabolism. For instance, I see lots of frustrated people eating what appear to be healthy salads, yet they continue to gain weight. Two things in our diets harm our metabolic efficiency. At the end of this post, I will explain what they are and why most people have a metabolism stuck in growth mode while a decreasingly small minority can readily burn the calories they consume.

The Basic Healthy Human Diet In One Sentence

Quite often, I speak about human nutrition in very specific ways. While potentially helpful, the overall impact of my message can get lost in the details. However, I do have a basic stance on the basic human diet that is one sentence long and aimed at encapsulating my core beliefs. This post will let you know what it is and give you the information it is based on.