137: Plant Based Diet vs Animal Based: Which is Better?
As a naturopathic doctor and certified nutritional counselor, I'm excited to dive deep into the debate around plant-based versus animal-based diets for optimal heart health. While there's a lot of conflicting information out there, I believe the key is understanding your own unique metabolic individuality. Through my own personal experience and working with clients, I've seen how the same foods can have vastly different effects on different people. In this episode, I'll explore the anatomical and physiological evidence that suggests humans are designed to thrive on a diet that includes both plant and animal-based foods. I'll also unpack the crucial role that nutrients like vitamins A, D, E, and B12 play in supporting a healthy heart, and why getting these from whole food sources is so important. By the end, you'll have a clear roadmap for nourishing your heart and optimizing your health through personalized dietary choices.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction to the "Ask Me Anything" format and David's background as a naturopathic doctor
1:11 - Jeff's question about the best diet for heart health after open heart surgery and high cholesterol
2:24 - Distinction between managing disease and building health
4:24 - Explanation of metabolic individuality and why diets work differently for different people
8:00 - Concerns with extreme plant-based and animal-based (carnivore) diets
13:09 - Dangers of low-carb diets and the importance of cycling between fat-burning and carb-burning
18:20 - Anatomical and physiological evidence that humans are designed as omnivores 22:46 - Importance of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K and their sources
27:46 - Significance of vitamin B12 and the lack of plant-based sources
35:00 - Concluding remarks on the need for a balanced, personalized approach to diet and nutrition
Links:
David's Book: The Christian's Guide to Holistic Health
