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112. BTS of The Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners09 Aug 202300:56:52

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about the new Carnivore book, The Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners, and being a "perfect" carnivore.


EPISODE NOTES

  1. Book announcement
  2. Why a beginner’s book
  3. Carnivore Cure vs. Carnivore Diet for Beginners 
  4. Working with a publisher
  5. Why carnivore diet books are more difficult to write
  6. NwJ’s mission statement
  7. What’s next
  8. Does carnivore fix everything?
  9. Carnivore harder
  10. Carnivore +  is key
  11. Carnivore recipes
  12. Carnivore perfection
  13. Pre-sale bonus for the book

 
RESOURCES: 

 
SPONSORS: 

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JUDY'S RESOURCES:

LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

111. Deep Dive into Carnivore Blood Sugar and Insulin19 Jul 202301:01:09

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about blood sugar, glucose, A1c, and insulin levels on Carnivore

EPISODE NOTES

  1. Blood sugar and insulin
  2. A1c and Insulin
  3. What We’re Really Measuring
  4. What to Measure for Health
  5. Adding Carbs to Higher A1c
  6. Fructose, GGT, ALT, AST
  7. Children’s Bloodwork and NAFLD
  8. Red Pilled and Logical Thinking
  9. Carbs for Enjoyment vs Carbs for Fear
  10. Signs of Balanced Sugar
  11. Carb Threshold and Dairy
  12. The Body’s Biofeedback


RESOURCES: 

  1. Why We Get Sick – Dr. Ben Bikman
  2. CGM Benefits
  3. Complete Wellness Panel
  4. NwJ Ep. 148 – Dr. Ben Bikman


SPONSORS: 

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JUDY'S RESOURCES:

LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

110. The Truth about Overpopulation. Natal Conference with Kevin Dolan05 Jul 202301:00:27

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat with Kevin Dolan from the Natal Conference about the truth of overpopulation.


EPISODE NOTES

  1. Introduction to Kevin Dolan
  2. Decline in Population
  3. Reasons for the Decline
  4. The Tradition of Gender Roles
  5. Traditions of Families
  6. You Can’t Make Any More Two-Year-Olds
  7. Where to Find Partners
  8. Attack on Marriage
  9. Natal Conference in December 2023


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LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

109. Rapid Fire Questions, Jenny Craig, and mRNA Meat21 Jun 202300:56:41

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about diet and meat updates, as well as rapid-fire questions.  

 

EPISODE NOTES

1.      Jenny Craig

2.      Gene-Edited Pigs

3.      mRNA in Meat

4.      Organ Meat Quality

5.      Getting to Know Laura and Judy – Rapid Fire Questions

 

RESOURCES: 

1. Carnivore Summit Is LIVE!
2. FDA Approves Gene-Edited Pigs

 

SPONSORS: 

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JUDY'S RESOURCES:

●      Carnivore Summit June 2023, https://www.carnivoresummit.co/
●      Judy's Book, Carnivore Cure

●      Free #Carnivore75Hard Program

●      Nutrition with Judy Articles

●      Nutrition with Judy Resources

●      Judy's Instagram

●      Nutrition with Judy Podcast

●      Judy's YouTube

●      Judy's Facebook

LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

●      Laura’s Locals

●      Laura's Discount Codes & Interviews

●      Laura's Amazon

●      Laura's YouTube

●      Laura's Instagram

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

108. Madrid, Movement, and the Carnivore Summit07 Jun 202300:59:39

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Make sure to check out the free Carnivore Summit!

Thank you for supporting this podcast.

EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about Laura’s Spain trip, the importance of exercise, and the Carnivore Summit.

 EPISODE NOTES

1.      Laura’s business trip and meaty experience

2.      Ordering on a plane

3.      Truth about vlogging

4.      The weight of the world

5.      Judy’s 75Hard experience

6.      Importance of cardio and strength training 

7.      Daily wins and non-negotiable

8.      Carnivore Summit

 

RESOURCES: 

1.     Free Carnivore Summit – June 19th- 25th


 SPONSORS: 

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JUDY'S RESOURCES:

●      Judy's Book, Carnivore Cure

●      Free #Carnivore75Hard Program

●      Nutrition with Judy Articles

●      Nutrition with Judy Resources

●      Judy's Instagram

●      Nutrition with Judy Podcast

●      Judy's YouTube

●      Judy's Facebook

LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

●      Laura’s Locals

●      Laura's Discount Codes & Interviews

●      Laura's Amazon

●      Laura's YouTube

●      Laura's Instagram

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

107. Statins and Rx Drugs. The 3rd Leading Cause of Death24 May 202300:58:43

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about statins and cholesterol.

EPISODE NOTES

1.      The Economics of Prescription Drugs

2.      Insurance Earnings, Statins, and Medical Doctors

3.      The Role of Cholesterol

4.      The Studies for Statins and Heart Health

5.      Smoking Impacts

6.      Why Cholesterol has Been Wrongfully Blamed

7.      Breast Implant Illness

8.      Lean Mass Hyper Responders

9.      The Impact of Stress

10.   The Nutrient Deficiency of Statins

11.   Always Ask Why

 
RESOURCES: 

1.      Aseem Malhotra on Joe Rogan

2.      The Case for Carnivore

3.      NwJ and Dr. Thomas Seyfried

4.      Breast Implant Illness

5.      Lean Mass Hyper Responder

 

SPONSORS: 

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JUDY'S RESOURCES:

●      Carnivore Summit June 2023, https://www.carnivoresummit.co/
●      Judy's Book, Carnivore Cure

●      Free #Carnivore75Hard Program

●      Nutrition with Judy Articles

●      Nutrition with Judy Resources

●      Judy's Instagram

●      Nutrition with Judy Podcast

●      Judy's YouTube

●      Judy's Facebook

LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

●      Laura’s Locals

●      Laura's Discount Codes & Interviews

●      Laura's Amazon

●      Laura's YouTube

●      Laura's Instagram

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

106. BTS of KetoCon, CIRS and Carnivore Summit10 May 202300:56:13

Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley

Make sure to support this podcast and head over to Paleovalley to get 15% off your first order.

Thank you for supporting this podcast.


EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode, Laura and Judy share the behind-the-scenes around KetoCon Carnivore panels, CIRS, and the upcoming Carnivore Summit.

 EPISODE NOTES

  1. KetoCon 2023 Recap
  2. Women’s Carnivore Panel and Hormones
  3. Undereating
  4. High-fat Carnivore
  5. 60 grams is Not Enough Protein
  6. Carnivore Panel – Doctor’s Version
  7. Ulcerative Colitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis
  8. Carnivore and Fasting Harder
  9. Plants are Killing You
  10. CIRS is Undeniable
  11. Real Talk – Carnivore and CIRS
  12. Carnivore Summit – The What and Why 


RESOURCES: 

 SPONSORS: 

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JUDY'S RESOURCES:

LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

105. Hormones and Carbs Repurposed26 Apr 202301:02:56

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about hormones on a Carnivore diet.

 EPISODE NOTES

  1. The importance of hormones
  2. Macros and hormones
  3. Carbs and hormones
  4. Cortisol and hormones
  5. Toxins and hormones
  6. Microbiome and hormones 


RESOURCES: 

 SPONSORS: 

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JUDY'S RESOURCES:

LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

104. Challenging Status Quo and the Mainstream Narrative12 Apr 202300:57:11

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about why challenging status quo matters.

EPISODE NOTES

  1. Carnivore pregnancy – is zero-carb possible?
  2. Children and carnivore
  3. Status quo
  4. Accepted words
  5. Why words matter
  6. Acceptance and inclusivity 
  7. Why accepting status quo diminishes self-empowerment
  8. The story of Charlene Anderson
  9. The story of Craig Emmerich
  10. The happiness project

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JUDY'S RESOURCES:

LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

103. The Source of Your Beliefs and Programming29 Mar 202300:54:27

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In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about the critical importance of understanding our programming and how it impacts our behaviors and results. 

  1. The Pyramid: Results, Behaviors, Motivation, Emotions, Beliefs, Programming
  2. Root cause and magic pills
  3. Where are your experiences?
  4. Where do the beliefs come from?
  5. Distractions
  6. Journaling
  7. Environmental experience
  8. How to challenge beliefs
  9. Childhood
  10. How fear leads us
  11. Visualizing the future
  12. Your biggest enemy


RESOURCES: 

SPONSORS: 

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JUDY'S RESOURCES:

LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.


102. Ozempic (Semaglutide) for Weight Loss15 Mar 202300:57:53

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about the trend of Ozempic, a GLP-1 weight loss drug. 

 
EPISODE NOTES

  1. Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1 agonist)
  2. The way Ozempic (Semaglutide) works
  3. Metformin for weight loss
  4. Risks of Ozempic use
  5. Hyperinsulinemia
  6. Acid reflux and gastroparesis
  7. Empathy
  8. Jennifer Aniston salad
  9. Obese kids 
  10. The demise of our children
  11. The best way is through 
  12. Laura and Judy’s shares


 RESOURCES: 

 
SPONSORS: 

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LAURA'S RESOURCES: 


JUDY'S RESOURCES:

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

101. Why Carnivore Harder Does Not Work01 Mar 202300:52:46

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In this episode, Laura and Judy share some insights about carnivore-ing harder, Ray Peat passing away, pro-metabolic diets and behind the scenes on Mikhaila Peterson’s CIRS podcast episode.

  1. CATG podcast announcement
  2. BTS Mikhaila Peterson’s CIRS episode
  3. The importance of root-cause healing
  4. Carnivore harder does not work
  5. Craig Emmerich’s vulnerable share
  6. Carnivore as a bandaid
  7. Real talk about Carnivore leaders
  8. Accept reality to fight for a better tomorrow
  9. Charlatans
  10. Ray Peat passes away and Pro-Metabolic diet
  11. PUFAs and diabetes
  12. Dave Feldman and seed oils


RESOURCES: 


SPONSORS: 

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LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

JUDY'S RESOURCES:

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when 

100. Celebrating and Reflecting on 100 Episodes22 Feb 202301:11:54

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In this episode, Laura and Judy celebrate the 100th episode live with the CATG community!

  1. Reflecting back on 100 episodes
  2. Carnivore Summit
  3. Announcements
  4. Reintroductions
  5. Fat Fasting
  6. Healing insulin resistance
  7. A1C
  8. SIBO
  9. CIRS
  10. Leptin and Ghrelin
  11. Salt
  12. Cortisol
  13. Higher fat
  14. Dairy
  15. Laura’s post-surgery
  16. Iodine
  17. Loss of appetite
  18. Real talk of the Cutting Against the Grain
  19. Things to consider


RESOURCES: 


SPONSORS: 


JUDY'S RESOURCES:

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LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.


99. How’s Your Brain? The Relationship Between Brain and Metabolic Health15 Feb 202300:45:05

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In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about brain health and metabolic syndrome.

  1. Sleep and brain health
  2. Silly putty
  3. Deep sleep benefits
  4. Head and metabolic trauma
  5. Short-term and long term 
  6. Food poisoning
  7. Brain metabolism
  8. Brain and belly relationship
  9. Real talk


RESOURCES: 


SPONSORS: 


JUDY'S RESOURCES:

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LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.


98. Do Challenges Work?08 Feb 202300:57:53

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In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about the pros and cons of challenges. 

  1. Andy Frisella’s 75Hard
  2. #Carnivore75Hard
  3. Time management
  4. All or nothing 
  5. One day at a time (one non-negotiable)
  6. Fear and gratitude
  7. Sharing
  8. Setting priorities
  9. Time heals with consistency
  10. Compounding benefits


RESOURCES: 


SPONSORS: 


JUDY'S RESOURCES:

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LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.


97. The One Food You Can’t Live Without. Obesity as a Symptom01 Feb 202300:56:34

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Be part of our 100th episode! Get your ticket here!

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about food struggles, obesity, loss and change. 

  1. Loss in growing
  2. The non-discussed pains from the pandemic
  3. Relationships
  4. Addiction: food, carb and sugar 
  5. Cost of eating disorder care
  6. Dopamine: Food as a stimulant
  7. Freedom in restriction
  8. Cage test
  9. Bariatric surgery stats
  10. Obesity is a symptom
  11. 5 problem foods
  12. Effort-based management system
  13. Twenty hours
  14. Hope: Protect your eyes, ears and heart


RESOURCES: 


SPONSORS: 


JUDY'S RESOURCES:

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LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.


96. Carbs - Is Carnivore Ruining Your Hormones?25 Jan 202301:05:17

Today's episode is sponsored by KetoCon 2023. 

Ketocon is returning to Austin, TX on April 21 through 23rd in 2023. Ketocon is the largest event in the U.S. focused solely on the science and stories of living a ketogenic diet and lifestyle. We’ll be throwing a Carnivore party and recording a CATG episode at Ketocon!!

Use Code CATG at ketocon.org to get $50 off your ticket!

See you there! Thank you for supporting this podcast.
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Be part of our 100th episode! Get your ticket here!
In this episode, Laura and Judy deep dive into reasons for adding carbs on a carnivore diet. 

  1. 100th episode
  2. Trends in carnivore: MCT challenge, PSMF
  3. A1C on carnivore (Blood sugar)
  4. Dawn effect
  5. Low protein risks
  6. Protein and amino acids
  7. The reasons for carbs, including fiber
  8. Carbs and sleep
  9. Carbs and hormones
  10. The big picture of cortisol
  11. Gluconeogenesis
  12. Exogenous hormones
  13. Carbs as a bandaid
  14. Crossfit 
  15. Menopause
  16. Long term risks and benefits


RESOURCES: 

SPONSORS: 

  • KETOCON: Use Code CATG at ketocon.org to get $50 off your ticket!


JUDY'S RESOURCES:

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LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.


95. Calories Don't Matter on Carnivore?18 Jan 202300:51:57

Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley’s Pasture-Raised Pork Sticks.  Judy's favorite meat stick so far. 

Make sure to support this podcast and head over to Paleovalley to get 15% off your first order.

Thank you for supporting this podcast.

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Be part of our 100th episode! Get your ticket here!

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about the nuances around calories and weight. 

  1. 100th episode
  2. Calories and different diets
  3. Olestra
  4. Weight gain and then loss on carnivore
  5. Eat when you’re hungry, stop when you’re full
  6. Calories vs. satiety
  7. Defining calories in calories out
  8. Thermogenic effect protein
  9. Diets and calories in context
  10. But ExPeRtS!
  11. Fat is muscle sparing
  12. Nuance: ribeye is different than a ribeye
  13. Circadian rhythm of hunger
  14. Teaser: Carbs aren’t essential


RESOURCES: 


SPONSORS: 


JUDY'S RESOURCES:

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LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.


94. Butter, Butter, Butter11 Jan 202300:59:34

Today's episode is sponsored by KetoCon 2023. 

Ketocon is returning to Austin, TX on April 21 through 23rd in 2023. Ketocon is the largest event in the U.S. focused solely on the science and stories of living a ketogenic diet and lifestyle. We’ll be throwing a Carnivore party and recording a CATG episode at Ketocon!!

Use Code CATG at ketocon.org to get $50 off your ticket!

See you there! Thank you for supporting this podcast.
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In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about the recommendations to eat lots of butter on carnivore. Also, learn about how you could be a part of our 100th episode.  Details here. 

  1. 80% fat with butter
  2. Carnivore confusion
  3. Creation of an echo chamber
  4. Iodine
  5. High A1Cs on carnivore
  6. Missing membrane in butter
  7. High fat but sufficient protein
  8. Real talk on wishy washy advocates
  9. Heating temperatures of fat
  10. Liver King
  11. The risk of heart disease
  12. Pasteurized butter

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RESOURCES: 

SPONSORS: 

  • KETOCON: Use Code CATG at ketocon.org to get $50 off your ticket!

JUDY'S RESOURCES:

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LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.


93. Laura’s Surgery Update & 2023 Plans04 Jan 202300:59:39

This podcast episode is sponsored by Nutriment.

Nutriment is Carnivore Cure's Food Database. Nutriment is the most comprehensive elimination and reintroduction tool, backed by evidence-based research to help you find your personalized food as medicine.

Use code PODCAST to get 20% off your first month. Get access to Nutriment for less than $10 a month. You can cancel at any time.

Thank you for supporting this podcast.

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In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about Laura’s Surgery Updates and 2023 Goal Setting.

  1. Laura’s Update Post op
  2. Lymphatic System and Massage
  3. Carnivore Effects on the Surgery
  4. The Mindset Part of Healing
  5. New Year, New You
  6. Laura’s One Non-Negotiable
  7. Protein from Shakes vs. Meat
  8. Setting Goals and Habit Stacking
  9. KetoCon Updates
  10. 100th Episode
  11. Carnivore75Hard and Laura’s Locals

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RESOURCES: 

SPONSORS: 

  • Nutriment: Use code PODCAST to get 20% off your first month. 

JUDY'S RESOURCES:

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LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.


92. What to Drink on Carnivore28 Dec 202201:04:55

This podcast episode is sponsored by Nutriment.

Nutriment is Carnivore Cure's Food Database. Nutriment is the most comprehensive elimination and reintroduction tool, backed by evidence-based research to help you find your personalized food as medicine.

Use code PODCAST to get 20% off your first month. Get access to Nutriment for less than $10 a month. You can cancel at any time.

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In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about Celebrations and Drinks

  1. Judy is Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition
  2. What to Drink on Carnivore
  3. Water vs Tap Water
  4. Filtered Water
  5. Reverse Osmosis, Distilled Water and Well Water
  6. Mineral and Electrolyte Balance
  7. Sparkling Water
  8. Coffee and Caffeine
  9. Cortisol and Coffee
  10. Bridge Foods
  11. Decaf Teas and Decaf Coffee
  12. Best Tea Options

RESOURCES: 

JUDY'S RESOURCES:

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LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always

91. What to Eat on Carnivore21 Dec 202200:39:13

This podcast episode is sponsored by Nutriment.

Nutriment is Carnivore Cure's Food Database. Nutriment is the most comprehensive elimination and reintroduction tool, backed by evidence-based research to help you find your personalized food as medicine.

Use code PODCAST to get 20% off your first month. Get access to Nutriment for less than $10 a month. You can cancel at any time.
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In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about what and how to eat on carnivore

  1. How Laura and Judy shop and what they buy
  2. Sourcing: Grass finished vs grain finished
  3. Cooking methods
  4. What we eat and leftovers
  5. Eating out
  6. What to do with cheese
  7. When to track and when not to
  8. Gaining weight on carnivore
  9. Should you start meat-only or meat-based carnivore?
  10. Sugar as a stimulant
  11. Organs – Do we need them on a carnivore diet?

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RESOURCES

SPONSORS: 

  • Nutriment: Use code PODCAST to get 20% off your first month. 

JUDY'S RESOURCES:

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LAURA'S RESOURCES: 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

90. Top 3 Carnivore Tips from Laura and Judy14 Dec 202200:53:38

Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT. LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix with lots of salt and no sugar. It contains a science-backed electrolyte ratio: 1000 mg sodium, 200mg potassium, 60 mg magnesium, with none of the junk: No sugar. No coloring. No artificial ingredients. No gluten. No fillers. 

Right now LMNT is offering CATG  listeners a free sample pack with any purchase, That’s 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/CATG. 

Thank you for supporting this podcast.
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In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about their top 3 carnivore tips (a total of 6!)

  1. Instagram and Locals
  2. Consistency
  3. Perfection is the enemy of the good
  4. Eat the meat you enjoy
  5. Grain vs Grass Finished
  6. Cooking meats
  7. Carnivorefied foods
  8. Meal timings
  9. How much to learn – motivation vs overwhelm
  10. How you are motivated
  11. Eat and drink sufficiently
  12. Laura’s fortune telling thoughts on post-surgery

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RESOURCES

Four Tendencies Quiz by Gretchen Rubin

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

89. Prioritizing Food Sobriety before Tummy Tucks with Coach Mary Roberts07 Dec 202200:41:49

This podcast episode is sponsored by Nutriment.

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In this episode, Laura and Judy chat with Mary about her procedure, and any wise words for Laura on her surgery day. 

  1. Intro to Mary Roberts
  2. Mary’s surgery experience
  3. Pre-surgery prep
  4. Post-surgery experience
  5. The hardest parts
  6. Doing the inner work first
  7. Healing relationship with food first
  8. Picking a surgeon
  9. Traveling after surgery
  10. How to stay consistent and food sober

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RESOURCES

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

88. Ask us Anything. Listener Q&A30 Nov 202201:12:24

Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT. LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix with lots of salt and no sugar. It contains a science-backed electrolyte ratio: 1000 mg sodium, 200mg potassium, 60 mg magnesium, with none of the junk: No sugar. No coloring. No artificial ingredients. No gluten. No fillers. 

Right now LMNT is offering CATG  listeners a free sample pack with any purchase, That’s 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/CATG. 

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In this episode, Laura and Judy answer your questions, and share a lot of spicy, real talk. 

  1. Sharing Carnivore and personal beliefs with others
  2. Parenting
  3. Pregnancy and carnivore
  4. Thyroid, hormones and carbs
  5. Ray Peat and PUFAs
  6. Ketones
  7. Cooking a steak
  8. Sleep and fasting
  9. Teas and caffeine
  10. Communion and carnivore
  11. Homeschooling children
  12. The real talk purpose of CATG

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RESOURCES

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JUDY'S RESOURCES:

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

87. Leptin Resistance23 Nov 202200:41:54

Today's episode is sponsored by KetoCon 2023. 

Ketocon is returning to Austin, TX on April 21 through 23rd in 2023. Ketocon is the largest event in the U.S. focused solely on the science and stories of living a ketogenic diet and lifestyle. 

I’m excited to share that for the month of November KetoCon is offering the 3-day pass for the Early Bird Price of only $100. Get your Early Bird 2023 tickets here.

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In this episode, Laura and Judy discuss leptin resistance. 

  1. RSV and virus – and how we handle getting sick
  2. Colloidal silver
  3. Leptin and Ghrelin
  4. Leptin’s role
  5. How leptin resistance develops
  6. Ways to rebalance leptin
  7. Meal timing ideals
  8. Leptin and Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS)
  9. Root cause and consistency

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

86. The What and Why of Laura’s Surgery16 Nov 202200:52:55

Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT. LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix with lots of salt and no sugar. It contains a science-backed electrolyte ratio: 1000 mg sodium, 200mg potassium, 60 mg magnesium, with none of the junk: No sugar. No coloring. No artificial ingredients. No gluten. No fillers. 

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In this episode, Laura and Judy discuss Laura’s upcoming surgery. 

  1. Laura’s surgery
  2. Weight distribution
  3. Reasons for surgery
  4. Diastasis recti
  5. Obesity and genetics
  6. Fasting and autophagy
  7. Excess skin vs. excess adipose tissue
  8. Fat cells
  9. Real talk: why Laura wants the surgery
  10. Risks and benefits of plastic surgery

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

85. Ownership and How to Placebo the Holidays09 Nov 202200:54:35

Today's episode is sponsored by KetoCon 2023. 

Ketocon is returning to Austin, TX on April 21 through 23rd in 2023. Ketocon is the largest event in the U.S. focused solely on the science and stories of living a ketogenic diet and lifestyle. 

I’m excited to share that for the month of November KetoCon is offering the 3-day pass for the Early Bird Price of only $100. Get your Early Bird 2023 tickets here.

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In this episode, Laura and Judy discuss the importance of consistency, ownership, discipline and how to really make it through the holidays (and life, in general).

  1. Judy’s mom celebrates 70th birthday
  2. Carnivore dial
  3. Being realistic about the holidays
  4. Discipline
  5. Moment by moment
  6. Consistent by being non-perfect
  7. Ownership
  8. Expectation effect
  9. Nocebo and placebo
  10. Diet as a journey
  11. Influencers vs. driver’s seat
  12. Balance of happiness and health
  13. Life plan

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

84. Is Carnivore an Eating Disorder02 Nov 202201:04:03

Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT. LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix with lots of salt and no sugar. It contains a science-backed electrolyte ratio: 1000 mg sodium, 200mg potassium, 60 mg magnesium, with none of the junk: No sugar. No coloring. No artificial ingredients. No gluten. No fillers. 

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In this episode, Laura and Judy discuss eating disorders and if Carnivore is a type of eating disorder. 

  1. Eating Disorder defined by the DSM-V
  2. Orthorexia and Binge Eating Disorders
  3. Two Sides of an Eating Disorder
  4. Addiction for Comfort 
  5. ANAs and Carnivore
  6. Social Anxiety
  7. Carnivore and Restricting Food Groups
  8. What it’s like to have an Eating Disorder
  9. Freedom in Restriction
  10. Trading One Addiction for Another
  11. Influencers with Eating Disorders
  12. Orthorexia and Carnivore
  13. Being in the Driver’s Seat
  14. Healing from an Eating Disorder – Hard, Real Talk

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RESOURCES

  1. DSM-V
  2. NwJ Ep. 177 - Dr. Susan Thompson 
  3. CATG Ep. 48 – Dr. Robert Cywes
  4. CATG Ep. 22 – What to Drink on Carnivore

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

83. Crickets, Plant-Based Proteins and Amino Acids26 Oct 202200:54:40

Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley’s beef bone broth protein. Bone broth is rich in collagen and helps to maintain the structure and integrity of our skin, muscle tissue, bones and tendons.

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In this episode, we discuss why crickets are considered an amino-acid and the importance of essential amino acids. 

  1. Judy's Updates with CIRS Certification
  2. Laura's Updates with YouTube and Locals
  3. Plant-Based Proteins
  4. Pea Protein
  5. Pros and Cons of Cricket Protein
  6. Chitin
  7. Tryptophan and Lysine
  8. Edible Insects and Sustainability
  9. Antibiotics
  10. Essential Amino Acids
  11. Food Labels: Keto, Intermittent Fasting
  12. Carnivore, Chronic Illness and Inflammation
  13. Carnivore as an Elimination Diet

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

82. Blindly Following vs. Critical Thinking19 Oct 202200:48:10

Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley’s beef bone broth protein. Bone broth is rich in collagen and helps to maintain the structure and integrity of our skin, muscle tissue, bones and tendons.

If you want bone broth that is quick and easy, this 100% grass-finished bone broth protein without any fillers is perfect for you.

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In this episode, we discuss the importance of critical thinking and the power of why. 

  1. 12 Rules of Life Excerpt
  2. Critical Thinking
  3. Groupthink
  4. The Importance of Why
  5. Covid Vaccine
  6. Entertainment vs. Research
  7. The Like Button
  8. Content Creator vs Consumer
  9. Orange Juice and Carrots
  10. Hitler
  11. Ivermectin
  12. How to Find What Works for You
  13. Driver’s Seat

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81. What We Eat12 Oct 202200:57:10

Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley’s beef and turkey meat sticks. Laura loves Paleovalley’s grass-finished beef sticks and pasture-raised turkey sticks for when she’s traveling, as for her kids’ lunchboxes. These meat sticks are from animals that have never been fed grains, corn, soy or GMOs. Paleo Valley’s meat sticks are a perfect snack and a great value without skimping on quality.

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In this episode, Laura and Judy discuss what they eat. 

  1. Cheese Folio Wraps
  2. What Judy Eats
  3. Loaded Baked Potato, Hold the Potato
  4. Leftovers vs. Grilling
  5. Eating out vs. Eating In
  6. Carnivore Kids
  7. Nutrient Density of Eggs
  8. Vegans
  9. Thanksgiving
  10. How Laura’s Carnivore Eating Has Changed
  11. Pork butt recipe
  12. Carnivore – Tips for Eating for One
  13. Brisket
  14. Grill vs. Microwave
  15. Cleaning a Grill
  16. Chicken Thigh 
  17. Fatty Fish
  18. Cooking Fats
  19. Best Beef Patties

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

80. White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health05 Oct 202200:52:06

Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley’s beef and turkey meat sticks. Laura loves Paleovalley’s grass-finished beef sticks and pasture-raised turkey sticks for when she’s traveling, as for her kids’ lunchboxes. These meat sticks are from animals that have never been fed grains, corn, soy or GMOs. Paleo Valley’s meat sticks are a perfect snack and a great value without skimping on quality.

Make sure to support this podcast and head over to Paleovalley to get 15% off your first order.
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In this episode, Laura and Judy discuss the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health, and what it means to the keto community. 

  1. White House summary
  2. $8 billion and Pillars 1-5
  3. Food hunger and insecurity. SNAP and WIC
  4. MyPlate and why dietary guidelines matter
  5. Front of Package and Healthy logo
  6. Go4Green and ACLM 
  7. The $8 billion supporters and companies
  8. Plant-based funding
  9. WIC program results
  10. Share your story

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

79. Defining a Carnivore Diet28 Sep 202201:00:56

Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley’s beef and turkey meat sticks. Laura loves Paleovalley’s grass-finished beef sticks and pasture-raised turkey sticks for when she’s traveling, as for her kids’ lunchboxes. These meat sticks are from animals that have never been fed grains, corn, soy or GMOs. Paleo Valley’s meat sticks are a perfect snack and a great value without skimping on quality.

Make sure to support this podcast and head over to Paleovalley to get 15% off your first order.

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In this episode, we discuss the definition of carnivore, and why defining terms and diets matter. 

  1. Dogma vs. Diet Definitions
  2. What is Carnivore
  3. Strict Carnivore
  4. Perfect carnivore or no healing
  5. Carnivore dial
  6. High fat + high carb risks
  7. Meat + fruit diet
  8. Carnivore kids
  9. Carnivore a few years ago
  10. Safest vegetables
  11. How to explain carnivore
  12. Why plants are dangerous
  13. Plant-based definitions
  14. Leadership in carnivore
  15. Call it what it is

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a med

78. Managing Stress21 Sep 202201:01:35

Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley’s Essential C Complex. If you’re stocking up on vitamin C because of some virus, because of the winter months, or you just feel better with a little bit more vitamin C, Paleo Valley’s essential C complex is probably the highest quality product you will find. Paleo Valley’s Essential C Complex is made with 3 of the most concentrated sources of organic vitamin C in whole food form– amla berry, camu camu and acerola cherry with zero sugar. 

Make sure to support this podcast and head over to Paleovalley to get 15% off your first order.
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In this episode, we discuss tips to manage stress and how we manage stress in our lives.  We share how we work towards not turning to food for comfort. 

  1. Laura’s stressful day
  2. How she manages stress now vs. how she managed before carnivore
  3. Her one hard-fast rule
  4. Judy explains the body’s reaction to stress
  5. Judy’s tips for managing stress
  6. Hair mineral analysis explained
  7. How Judy handles stress
  8. Social media tips

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

77. The Orchestra of Sex Hormones, Thyroid, Cortisol and Blood Sugar14 Sep 202200:57:32

Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley’s Essential C Complex. If you’re stocking up on vitamin C because of some virus, because of the winter months, or you just feel better with a little bit more vitamin C, Paleo Valley’s essential C complex is probably the highest quality product you will find. Paleo Valley’s Essential C Complex is made with 3 of the most concentrated sources of organic vitamin C in whole food form– amla berry, camu camu and acerola cherry with zero sugar. 

Make sure to support this podcast and head over to Paleovalley to get 15% off your first order.

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In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about all things hormones and the endocrine system. 

  1. Hormones Part of the Endocrine System
  2. Orchestra and Harmony
  3. Adrenal Glands and Cortisol
  4. Why You Might Be Waking Up at Night
  5. Blood Sugar Balance as a Priority
  6. The Cost of Raw Materials
  7. Sex Hormones
  8. Nutrients for Hormones
  9. Alone
  10. The Amount to Eat to Heal (The Macros)
  11. Why Thyroid Issues Can Happen on Carnivore
  12. A Sample Day of Eating
  13. Thyroid Nutrients, especially Iodine
  14. Libido, Sex and Oxytocin
  15. Real Talk: Weight Gain vs. Healing
  16. Time, Consistency and Proper Nutrition

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

76. Do You Need Ketones for Weight Loss?07 Sep 202200:53:25

Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley’s Essential C Complex. If you’re stocking up on vitamin C because of some virus, because of the winter months, or you just feel better with a little bit more vitamin C, Paleo Valley’s essential C complex is probably the highest quality product you will find. Paleo Valley’s Essential C Complex is made with 3 of the most concentrated sources of organic vitamin C in whole food form– amla berry, camu camu and acerola cherry with zero sugar. 

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In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about ketones and blood glucose on carnivore, and how it impacts weight loss.  

  1. Blood glucose and ketones with carnivore
  2. What lower ketones mean
  3. Glucose Ketone Index (GKI)
  4. What are ideal ketone levels
  5. Dr. Boz ratio
  6. Ways to lower insulin
  7. Ways to inhibit autophagy (mTOR)
  8. Fasting 
  9. Paleo Medicina diet
  10. Being in and out of ketosis
  11. Extreme dieting

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

75. Fitting in vs. Belonging and Judy Takes on Improv31 Aug 202200:48:39

Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley’s Essential C Complex. If you’re stocking up on vitamin C because of some virus, because of the winter months, or you just feel better with a little bit more vitamin C, Paleo Valley’s essential C complex is probably the highest quality product you will find. Paleo Valley’s Essential C Complex is made with 3 of the most concentrated sources of organic vitamin C in whole food form– amla berry, camu camu and acerola cherry with zero sugar. 

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In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about the differences of fitting in vs. true belonging. Then the podcast turns Laura-style. Stay tuned to hear more. 

  1. Fitting in vs Belonging
  2. Sharing if People are Receptive
  3. Wellness for Weight Loss or Autoimmune
  4. Histamine Sensitivity
  5. Dr. Hyman, Dr. Gundry
  6. Placebo Effect
  7. Improv for Growth

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

74. What It Takes to Change and Live Your Best Life with Robert Sikes, Keto Savage24 Aug 202201:05:08

Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley’s beef and turkey meat sticks. Laura loves Paleovalley’s grass-finished beef sticks and pasture-raised turkey sticks for when she’s traveling, as for her kids’ lunchboxes. These meat sticks are from animals that have never been fed grains, corn, soy or GMOs. Paleo Valley’s meat sticks are a perfect snack and a great value without skimping on quality.

Make sure to support this podcast and head over to Paleovalley to get 15% off your first order.

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In this episode, Laura and Judy chat with Robert Sikes, @KetoSavage about nutrition, building mass, community, drive and fulfillment.

Robert Sikes is a lifetime natural competitive bodybuilder, nutrition and training consultant, and life enthusiast. He has battled with eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and total frustration because of bad information about mainstream dieting methods. He has won his class in every natural bodybuilding competition he has entered and has a bodybuilding pro-card.

Robert is the founder of Keto Brick, Live Savage Performance Apparel, and the Deeper State Keto Protocol. Robert Sikes is also the author of Ketogenic Bodybuilding, host of the popular Keto Savage Podcast, and father to baby boy, Robert Rigel Sikes. 

EPISODE NOTES

  1. Why Robert Is and Stays Ketogenic
  2. Why Consistency Matters and What it Looks Like
  3. Fat vs. Protein
  4. Lean Protein and Hormone Health
  5. Ample Nutrition
  6. Exercise and Carnivore
  7. Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS)
  8. How Often Should We Weight Train?
  9. Progress Overload for Increasing Muscle Mass and Strength
  10. Tracking
  11. Non-Negotiables and Stepping Stones
  12. What Successful People Have and Do
  13. Nutrition as a Keystone Habit
  14. Power of Community
  15. Anchoring
  16. Growth and Progress for Fulfillment

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medic

73. Biohacking – Is It Worth It?17 Aug 202200:59:43

Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley’s beef and turkey meat sticks. Laura loves Paleovalley’s grass-finished beef sticks and pasture-raised turkey sticks for when she’s traveling, as for her kids’ lunchboxes. These meat sticks are from animals that have never been fed grains, corn, soy or GMOs. Paleo Valley’s meat sticks are a perfect snack and a great value without skimping on quality.

Make sure to support this podcast and head over to Paleovalley to get 15% off your first order.

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about different biohacks and if they truly help.

  1. Hormesis
  2. Sauna 
  3. Judy and Laura’s Reactions to Sauna
  4. Tanning Beds
  5. Vitamin D
  6. Biohacking a Band-Aid?
  7. Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone
  8. ADH and Osmolality 
  9. Gut Issues
  10. Low Testosterone 
  11. Eat the Diet that Lets You Live Your Ideal Life
  12. Placebo Effect
  13. Grounding

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

72. Raw vs. Cooked – The Risk of Perfection10 Aug 202200:41:54

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about raw vs. cooked meat and the implications of striving and advocating for perfection.

  1. Raw vs. cooked historically
  2. Raw vs cooked studies
  3. Stool tests
  4. Bacteria in taw meat
  5. Plant-based proteins
  6. Gut imbalances
  7. Nutritional deficiencies
  8. Perfect carnivore
  9. Working with individuals
  10. Real life, real talk

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

71. Life Updates and Introducing Nutriment03 Aug 202201:05:31

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about life updates and Carnivore Cure’s Food Database – Nutriment.

  1. Laura’s updates
  2. Making it one day at a time
  3. Mental fortitude
  4. Overcoming fears and food addiction
  5. The right community and stepping stones
  6. Worst case scenario
  7. Laura’s new boss
  8. Kids’ school updates
  9. In-person connection
  10. Big brother
  11. Introducing Nutriment 
  12. Personalized elimination and Reintroduction resource
  13. Internet dancing

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CATG Episode 44  - BOCA Conference

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

70. Carnivore Differences: Men vs. Women with Chris Spath27 Jul 202200:53:29

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat with Chris Spath about his experience with carnivore. 

  1. Can men eat leaner protein?
  2. Defining satiety
  3. Is weight loss easier for men?
  4. Carbs more tolerable for men?
  5. Electrolytes
  6. Weight loss stories
  7. Ground beef vs steak
  8. Finding what works for you
  9. Reverse dieting
  10. Tips for meat-based eating

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

69. The Truth about Alcohol20 Jul 202200:40:11

In this episode, Laura and Judy explore alcohol on a low carb diet. 

  1. Is alcohol “okay” on carnivore?
  2. Alcohol and weight loss
  3. Defining alcoholism
  4. How alcohol breaks down in the body
  5. Acetaldehyde
  6. Foods with acetaldehyde
  7. Sleep and alcohol
  8. Why you pee a lot with alcohol
  9. Lightweight as a low carb drinker
  10. Peer pressure with alcohol
  11. Alcohol vs. fructose
  12. Supporting the body when consuming alcohol
  13. Eating like your pregnant

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68. KetoCon 2022 Recap and Are You Eating Enough?13 Jul 202200:49:23

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about KetoCon and the Carnivore panel. 

  1. Highlights of KetoCon 2022
  2. Agenda against meat
  3. The power of a panel
  4. Carnivore panel
  5. Eat when you’re hungry, stop when you’re full—In context
  6. The cost of meat

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  1. KetoCon
  2. NwJ Podcast - Brian Sanders 
  3. Plant Free MD Podcast – Judy Cho 

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.



67. Ask Laura and Judy Anything Part 206 Jul 202200:56:29

In this episode, Laura and Judy answer your pressing questions. 

  1. How much meat to start with? 
  2. Does the amount of activity impact the amount of protein? 
  3. How to get in more protein when restricting calories for so long? 
  4. Why do low net carb foods throw me out of ketosis?
  5. Best way to recover from a binge eating episode? 
  6. Diet soda, sugar-free mints, gum. Thoughts? 
  7. Is there absolutely no moment in your live you want ice cream or something sweet? 
  8. Medicine with sugar or alcohol. What to do?
  9. In the beginning, if friends invited you over, what do you do if they cook a carby casserole?
  10. What do you do for birthdays/holidays instead of having a cake or sugary treats? 
  11. If you were to travel abroad for vacation would you eat cultural foods or stay carnivore?
  12. Can a person heal from candida with carnivore, add foods back in and still have zero candida? 
  13. Carnivore for 6 months, how do I start incorporating new foods?  
  14. Can Carnivore help visceral fat loss? 
  15. If cortisol is high, will a 24 hour fast here and there be too much? 
  16. How long does it take to heal your gut? 
  17. Who do I consult about my blood work since my primary care doctor is not open minded? 
  18. If I'm having muscle cramps on Carnivore, could it be not enough salt? 
  19. How to fix hypothyroidism without meds. 
  20. Thoughts on adrenal fatigue. Does carnivore heal adrenal fatigue?  
  21. Canada meat-up?

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

66. CIRS Deep Dive (If Carnivore Isn’t Fully Working)29 Jun 202200:41:55

In this episode, Laura and Judy do a deeper dive into Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS). If you struggle with chronic illness or a chronic autoimmune illness, make sure to check out this podcast episode. 

  1. Carnivore, chronic illness, and autoimmune
  2. Review of Melanocyte Stimulate Hormone (MSH)
  3. What symptoms NwJ looks for with Carnivore + CIRS
  4. Candida and Carnivore
  5. CIRS 1: Check symptoms
  6. CIRS 2: Check vision test
  7. CIRS 3: CIRS Bloodwork
  8. How Judy knows if you’re not fully healing with Carnivore
  9. Why Cholestyramine and Welchol are best for mold biotoxins
  10. CIRS 4A: Lipid acid replacement (cell danger response)
  11. Histamines and MCAS
  12. How mold grows
  13. CIRS 4B: ERMI or HERTSMI Test (environmental testing)
  14. CIRS 4C: Limbic System Retraining support (mind-body support)
  15. CIRS 4D: MARCoNS Testing
  16. CIRS 4E: Finding a CIRS provider and heal
  17. Why mind-body matters (the placebo effect)
  18. Why your life depends on root-cause healing (it’s not just a slogan)

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

65. Personal Fat Threshold22 Jun 202200:35:32

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about the personal fat threshold theory and why it even matters.

  1. What is Personal Fat Threshold?
  2. A theory for diabetes
  3. Creating more fat cells (suitcase example)
  4. Fat vs. sick
  5. Health is more than a scale
  6. Excess weight and other illness
  7. Guardrails
  8. Signs of the body and illness
  9. Beyond the age of 40
  10. Meat and fruit

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  • Carnivore Bar: Use “NWJ” at checkout to get 10% off your order.

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

64. Adding More Meat to the Diet15 Jun 202200:40:18

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about how to add more meat to the diet for non-carnivores.

  1. The Power of a CGM
  2. How to Get Kids to Eat More Meat
  3. Balancing Real Life with Kids
  4. Prioritizing Protein and Fat First
  5. Cutting out Snacks
  6. Limiting Drinks
  7. Kids Feeling Different
  8. Treats other than Food
  9. Kids and the Impacts of Sugar
  10. Nutrition and Schooling
  11. Keeping Junk Food out of the House

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

63. The What and Why of Seed Oils08 Jun 202200:49:48

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about all things seed oils.

  1. What are Seed Oils 
  2. Why are Seed Oils Bad? 
  3. Essential Fatty Acids 
  4. Cold Pressed vs. Oxidized Seed Oils
  5. Americans and Seed Oil Consumption
  6. Balancing of Real Life
  7. Seed Oil vs. Sugar –90 day challenge
  8. Processed Carbs vs. Seed Oils 
  9. Consistency over Perfection

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