If you’ve listened to The Proof before, you’ll know that I personally follow a plant-based diet. But you’ve also probably heard me say that there is no one perfect diet for everyone. How do carnivores fit into this picture? Can a meat-heavy diet contribute positively to long-term health? Join me in Episode #324 as I’m interviewed on Mark Bell’s Power Project to answer these questions and many more.
“I think this discussion around low-fat diets is problematic; it’s a distraction from what matters. What matters is the quality of the fat that you’re eating, and if anything, you don’t really want a low total fat diet.”
Mark Bell is a professional powerlifter and entrepreneur using his podcast and platform to “make the world a better place to lift.” Joining him as co-hosts are Nsima Inyang, a professional bodybuilder, elite-level powerlifter, and martial artist, and producer Andrew Zaragoza. Our personal views on nutrition make this conversation a particularly fun and interesting one, and you might be surprised to hear that there are many points we agree on. If you’re interested in learning about my qualifications and background, head over to this link.
“Your muscle mass when you’re 60 or 70 really is a product of what you’ve been doing the last 30 or 40 years.”
In this episode, you’ll learn about the impact of a meat-heavy diet on your body, including whether you need to change your diet if you’re feeling good. I share simple changes meat-eaters can make to improve their long-term health, break down the significance of saturated fat, and deep dive into heart disease risks and how to mitigate them.
Specifically, we cover:
- Introduction and Podcast Overview (0:00)
- Finding Common Ground in Nutritional Science (02:15)
- Genetic Testing and Personalised Nutrition (06:48)
- Heart Health Unveiled: The Saturated Fat and ApoB Connection (10:40)
- Nutritional Strategies vs Medication for Lowering ApoB (18:39)
- Understanding Epidemiology Studies on Red Meat (27:07)
- Practical Tips for Transitioning from Animal to Plant Protein (42:05)
- A Personal Journey with Nutrition (48:53)
- Weight Loss and Metabolic Health Insights (53:41)
- Exploring Health Impacts of an All-Meat Diet (01:02:59)
- Comparing Plant and Animal Protein Bioavailability (01:12:13)
- The Role of Protein in Satiety (01:16:44)
- Addressing Seed Oils (01:20:16)
- Incorporating Vegetables and Plant Proteins for Optimal Health(01:27:30)
- Carnivore Diet vs Plant-Based Diet Discussion (01:33:34)
- The Undeniable Importance of Resistance Training (01:39:13)
- Ensuring Adequate Intake for Thyroid Health (01:47:23)
- Final Thoughts and Farewell (01:50:12)
Thank you to Mark Bell and the team at Mark Bell’s Power Project for hosting this conversation. I appreciate their openness to hearing different dietary perspectives and offering a space to help carnivores and people with a meat-heavy diet consider the long-term implications of deprioritising plant foods.
Connect with Mark Bell, Nsima Inyang, and Andrew Zaragoza on Instagram. If you’re interested in hearing more of Mark Bell’s Power Project, head to https://powerproject.live/.
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