Carnivore MD and Neuro Surgeon Dr. Anthony Chafee

Dr Anthony Chaffee, is a medical doctor and former professional rugby player who is giving a fresh lease on life to thousands of people around the World by professionally helping them shed weight and optimize health, without any medication, and helping to revitalize their lives and activity.

An MD in medical science, Dr Chaffee has conducted years of thorough research and study on devising ways to treat ailments differently and naturally, through dietary methods, physical exercise, and other lifestyle changes with scientifically supported methods.

Particularly known for his approach to treating “chronic diseases,” many of which Dr Chaffee contends occur due to lifestyle and diet, Dr Chaffee hosts the Podcast “The Plant Free MD”, with an associated Instagram page, where he covers many of these topics and their supporting evidence, along with interviews of prominent figures in the international community. His YouTube channel, Anthony Chaffee MD, reaches hundreds of patients and others suffering from different ailments,,, many of whom originated in their unhealthy dietary habits.

Currently a Neurosurgical resident in Perth (Australia), Dr Chaffee also works in a private Functional Medicine practice treating obesity, and chronic disease patients in Perth and elsewhere through video consultations. He is credited with successfully reversing multiple illnesses and reducing or even eliminating the need for medications for many hundreds of people.

The Carnivore Diet: Is it a Healthy Choice?

Meta description: The carnivore diet has been gaining popularity in recent years, but is it a healthy choice? Learn about the pros and cons of this diet and whether it is right for you.

Introduction:

The carnivore diet is a way of eating that involves consuming only animal products, such as meat, fish, and dairy. While this may seem extreme, the diet has gained a following in recent years due to its purported health benefits. However, it is important to understand both the pros and cons of the carnivore diet before deciding whether it is the right choice for you.

H2: The Pros of the Carnivore Diet

H3: Weight Loss

One of the main reasons people turn to the carnivore diet is for weight loss. This is because the diet eliminates many high-calorie processed foods and carbohydrates, which can lead to a calorie deficit and ultimately weight loss.

H3: Improved Digestion

Another benefit of the carnivore diet is improved digestion. Many people who follow the diet report a reduction in digestive issues such as bloating, gas, and constipation. This may be due to the elimination of hard-to-digest plant-based foods.

H3: Increased Energy

Some people report an increase in energy levels when following the carnivore diet. This may be due to the high levels of protein and fat in animal products, which provide sustained energy throughout the day.

H2: The Cons of the Carnivore Diet

H3: Nutrient Deficiencies

One of the main concerns with the carnivore diet is the potential for nutrient deficiencies. While animal products are a good source of protein, they do not provide all the vitamins and minerals that the body needs. For example, the diet lacks fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants.

H3: High Cholesterol

Another concern is the potential for high cholesterol levels. Animal products are high in cholesterol, and consuming large amounts of these foods may increase cholesterol levels, which can lead to heart disease and other health problems.

H3: Environmental Impact

Finally, the carnivore diet has an impact on the environment. Consuming large amounts of animal products can lead to increased greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to climate change. Additionally, the production of animal products can have a negative impact on animal welfare.

H2: FAQs

H3: Is the carnivore diet safe?

While the carnivore diet can provide short-term weight loss and improved digestion, the long-term safety and sustainability of the diet are unclear. The diet is also not recommended for certain populations, such as pregnant women or people with certain medical conditions.

H3: Can I eat any plant-based foods on the carnivore diet?

No, the carnivore diet strictly prohibits the consumption of any plant-based foods.

H3: How much meat should I eat on the carnivore diet?

There is no set amount of meat that one should eat on the carnivore diet. However, it is important to choose high-quality, nutrient-dense sources of animal products.

H2: Conclusion

The carnivore diet has both pros and cons, and whether it is a healthy choice depends on individual factors such as health status and personal preferences. While it may lead to short-term weight loss and improved digestion, it is important to consider the potential for nutrient deficiencies, high cholesterol levels, and environmental impact. It is always best to consult a healthcare professional before making any significant changes to your diet.

4:00 Carnivore protocol background

5:55 why he became a specialist in neurosurgery

7:30 the inside of the brain! What it looks like and how it pulses!

9:20 they had to skin her from ear to ear

11:25 nutrition versus the physical manipulation of surgery.. are they two different spaces? Or do they converge?

12:40 eating carbs damages the mitochondria

13:50 plant toxins damage the mitochondria

14:10 if you have a healthy mitochondria you cannot get cancer

14:30 Otto Warburg showed that cancer cells use 400 times the amount of glucose than normal cells

14:50 what cancer is and how it starts

16:50 fasting ketones and preventing cancer

17:30 starving cancer

23:15 Heather from Columbus Indiana has a 4 part question:

1. 1. I am wondering how long it takes to ‘transition over’ [specifically our digestion]
   2. How to convince others that not eliminating daily is just fine
   3. What amount of daily water is the target
   4. what seems to turn on peoples metabolism

27:55 plants block the absorption of nutrients

30:15 people who eat vegetables have very dirty colons

30:35 are there any vitamins or minerals that are missing that you would need to supplement on the carnivore protocol

33:35 the best thing for our brains is brains

38:38 clean out the marbling and rebuild clean non-fatty muscle

39:20 carnivore flu

40:55 his background in cancer biology

42:40 protein does not kick you out of ketosis

49:00 Are there any transitional fats that you are OK with for instance: olive oil, avocado oil good fats

52:46 reduce your coronary calcium score by going on a high fat diet!

54:10 why is this information not being disseminated to us

54:30 Meredith from Foxboro wants to know if there are any Techniques techniques or nutrition tricks to help her with her late night carbohydrate and sugar cravings

59:37 for the people who initially don’t like eating meat

1:02:10 why is this information not being disseminated

1:05:05 gastroenterologists are not needed if we stop eating plants

1:07:15 As long as the triglycerides are low and the HDL is high, don’t worry about high LDL

1:07:35 It’s the high blood sugar that damages the body.. the glucose fuses to other cells

1:13:10 this seems to address the two Bigs cancer and heart disease how the heck do we not know about this

1:15:45 how do you gain muscle on the carnivore

1:29:10 poisons

1:30:06 cassava root has enough cyanide to kill you

1:30:50 does the cow neutralize the plant poisonous for us

1:32:45 infants are much more tuned in to what is poison and what isn’t poison

1:33:50 why he feels much better on beef

1:35:05 Jordan Peterson’s ailments and everything that was fixed

1:36:10 the ailments that it helped with me

1:38:40 sugar is a drug and needs to be regulated

1:42:35 Dr. Chafee’s opinion of ferments

1:43:45 the Mongols took over the world on horsemeat and fermented horse milk

1:45:40 fermenting is a great way to clean up the poisons

1:50:25 caveman did not get cavities

1:50:50 crooked teeth is nutritional

1:51:51 you’ll get the most out of your Microbiome when you’re on the carnivore diet

1:53:30 I spent 10 years taking the egg yolks out of my eggs!

1:54:30 sugar industry makes $1.2 trillion a year

1:54:40 We spend 2 trillion treating the results of that sugar consumption

1:56:40 if I go 100% carnivore will I still have that glycogen kick

1:57:10 a quick left turn talking about his position as a professional rugby player

2:00:33 The benefits of sprinting

the difference between anaerobic and aerobic explosiveness

2:01:25 the benefits and importance of sprinting

2:02:30 wind sprints

2:02:55 being trained by the MMA beast Matt Hume

2:05:20 the cardio monster that was Matt Hume

2:07:40 I will have more glycogen in my liver and tissues if I carb load the night before…[ but I will run out of that glycogen. Dr. Chafee will never run out because he’s making his glycogen through fat burning

2:08:30 You have rocksolid glycogen when you’re getting it from fat. When you eat carbs you derail that steady process

2:11:10 he goes to the gym to metabolize fat to get energy to feel good

2:12:25 wind sprinting miles

2:16:15 concepts really protein, fat, carbs. The protein is a nonnegotiable always protein to rebuild - now where am I going to get my energy from fat or carbs?

2:18:53 his first professor who blew his mind

2:20:43 all of his contact information

2:22:10 His 30 day carnivore challenge

2:26:24 how the carnivore protocol addresses the different dementias

2:29:30 saturated fat protective against stroke

2:32:40 the brain exists on long chain fatty acids animal fat not plant fat

2:33:33 Alzheimer’s is just insulin resistance of the brain

2:35:00 ketogenic diet wakes up the brain

2:35:30 the fasting mimicking diet

2:35:40 Thousands of studies showing that ketogenic diet has huge benefits including for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s as a treatment regime is better efficacy than every medication trial ever for Alzheimers

2:37:40 Thomas Seyfried work at Yale with keto protocol and epilepsy

2:42:25 the only animals that get cancer and diabetes are cats and dogs because they’re eating all of our grain foods. Wild animals that eat the way they’re supposed to eat get no cancer and no heart disease

2:45:20 As a surgeon, in a way he’s working against his best financial interest

2:47:50 nothing he’d like better than for medicine to go back to the old ways before all of these chronic diseases

2:50:08 he would love it if people needed less surgeries!