Cutting Against The Grain

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about the importance of making time for reflecting on the past year.  Laura’s reflection Healing on any diet Real life vs perfect diet Looking back at the wins, resolutions, losses Judy’s reflection Judy’s focus on the better (while being grateful) Tips for reflecting (happy moments) _____  RESOURCES CATG Ep 32:  Happiness Pie Chart Introduction CATG Ep 33:  Ha...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about the real importance of gratitude.  Why does gratitude matter? What makes people happy? What defines happiness? Happiness pie chart The real importance of winning your day Mindset matters Gratitude matters Countering the negative Being grateful _____  RESOURCES CATG Ep 33:  Happiness Pie Chart _____  SPONSORS:  Carnivore Bar  – Enter “CATG” at checkout for...

In this episode, Laura and Judy share what they’re thankful for.  Carnivore Road Trip Judy’s Gratitude Laura’s Gratitude Our Message for You _____  SPONSORS:  Carnivore Bar  – Enter “CATG” at checkout for 10% off your order _____  LAURA’S RESOURCES:  Laura’s Discount Codes & Interviews Laura’s Amazon Laura's YouTube Laura's Instagram _____  JUDY'S RESOURCES: Judy’s Book,  Carnivore Cure Free #...

In this episode, Laura and Judy share all about fiber and bowel movements.  Do we need fiber?  What about fiber on carnivore?  Short chain fatty acids?  Butyrate? Acetate? Propionate? Stool Tests Why loose stools happen with Carnivore Estrogen Medication Carnivore stools (poop) Bristol stool chart Why to test your stool Do we need carbs? Large intestine’s favorite butyrate Marker butt Keto treats...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about how to mindfully navigate the holidays. Laura’s Carnivore Experience on the Holidays Focusing on the Positive Know Yourself Happiness Pie Chart (DO IT!) Plan Ahead  Boundaries Being Realistic and Setting Expectations Holiday Weight Take it Meal by Meal New Traditions New Year’s Resolutions _____  RESOURCES CATG Ep 2:  Stress Management CATG Ep 29:  Restri...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk with Dr. Elinor Greenberg about personality disorders, including narcissism, borderline and schizoid personality disorders. Personality Disorder Borderline, Narcissism, Schizoid What is Schizoid Personality Disorder? (it’s not schizophrenia) Whole Object Relation Therapy Gestalt Therapy Split vs Integrated View (Guilt, Shame) Schizoid vs. Narcissistic (in vs. o...

Ask Laura and Judy Anything #2 Bacon and Eggs Causing Discomfort? Carnivore on a Budget Meat Prices going Up? Defrosting Meat Insomnia and Anxiety Food for Menopause Macros and How much to Eat Connective Tissue Disorder Weight Gain after 10 Months Feeding Children Electrolytes Heating Leftovers _____  RESOURCES CATG Ep 10:  Why Meat Prices are Going Up with Paul Dykstra CATG Ep 2:  Stress Manageme...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about the darker side of the internet. Dogma, dOGmA, DoGMa – Setting the Narrative Less than Ideal Studies  T3 Undereating Body Image Standards Influencer Dangers Hardest Part of Dieting Fruits and Genetics One tip we Recommend _____  SPONSORS:  Carnivore Cure book Redmond’s Real Salt  - Enter “ NWJ ” at checkout  _____  RESOURCES:  NwJ Newletter:  https://nutr...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about restriction and bingeing triggers. Is Sugar Addiction Real?  Restriction and Bingeing Carnivore and Low-Fat Food for Comfort Defining Strict Win the Day Examining Habits Ownership IUD, Cortisol – Community Q&A _____  SPONSORS:  Kettle and Fire Bone Broth  - Enter “NUTRITIONWITHJUDY” at checkout to receive 20% off your order Carnivore Bar : Enter “CATG...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about inflammation. What is Inflammation?  Different Kinds of Inflammation Foods and Inflammation Antinutrients (Lectins, Phytates, Oxalates) Normalizing Bloat? Common isn’t Normal Gout and Fructose Cortisol and Inflammation How to Test Inflammation Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome _____  SPONSORS:  Kettle and Fire Bone Broth  - Enter “NUTRITIONWITHJUDY”...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about why dieting can be hard. Diet vs. Lifestyle Frustrations with Dieting How to Stay on Track and Planning Ahead Emotions, Memories and Food Healing our Relationships with Food Why You Need to Change the “Not Good Enough” Thinking  _____  SPONSORS:  Kettle and Fire Bone Broth  - Enter “NUTRITIONWITHJUDY” at checkout to receive 20% off your order Carnivore Ba...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about starting carnivore as an all in or step down approach.  How Judy Started Carnivore The Keto to Carnivore Transition Carnivore Cure’s Elimination Protocol Wait, Carnivore is Not a Weight Loss Diet?  Carnivore is a Healing Diet?  Preparing the Environment The Importance of Community #Carnivore75Hard How Laura Started Carnivore Best Tips to Get Started and B...

In this episode, Laura and Judy sit down with Leanne Vogel of Healthful Pursuit. Protein Needs Leanne’s Tips for Optimal Nutrition Spend Money on THIS Instead Supplements Blood Chemistry Undereating and Malnutrition What Bloodwork for Malnutrition Looks Like Ideal Amounts to Eat Blood Sugar Glucose Numbers Labs to Focus on Less than Ideal Keto Trends Handling Different Opinions Vote with our Dolla...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about the red pill. What does that mean? Take a listen.   What is the Red Pill? Nutritional Recommendations Statins Judy’s Red Pill Moment with Nutrition Laura’s Red Pill Moment with Nutrition Power of Stories Blue Pill is Easy Red Pill with Nutrition Red Pill with Fasting The Effects of Fear High Level of Cortisol Red Pill with Kids’ Nutrition Kids’ Nutrition...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about insulin resistance and blood sugar imbalances. Insulin Resistance Cause of Insulin Resistance (PUFAs vs. Sugars) Feeding Children Why Seed Oils (Vegetable Oils) are Toxic Type II Diabetes and Insulin Resistance Insulin Resistance and the Need for Digestive Enzymes  How to Check Blood Sugar  How Food Affects Blood Sugars Bioindividuality Matters Blood Suga...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about celebrations and drinks. Judy is Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition What to Drink on Carnivore Water vs Tap Water Filtered Water Reverse Osmosis, Distilled Water and Well Water Mineral and Electrolyte Balance Sparkling Water Coffee and Caffeine Cortisol and Coffee Bridge Foods Decaf Teas and Decaf Coffee Best Tea Options RESOURCES:  Alexa Pure Water Fi...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about COVID-19 and the pursuit of optimal health with dogma.  Covid-19 Covid support protocols The danger (and power) of fear Power of the mind The way to optimal health Carnivore hate and what is real dogma Ray Peat: meat only is dangerous Cause of metabolic disease Vulnerability and truth How division hurts healing RESOURCES:  NwJ’s Covid Article:  https://nu...

In this episode, Laura and Judy answer your questions about lifestyle, nutrition, relationships, and wellness.  QUESTIONS: LIFESTYLE Is Carnivore a trend? How to get back on track Carnivore buy-in with loved ones How long does it take to be Carnivore-adapted? Cold hands on low-carb Sex drive and carnivore QUESTIONS: NUTRITION & SCIENCE Butter vs. bacon fat (lard) Bowel movements and chronic co...

In this episode, Laura and Judy discuss all things related to sleep.  Importance of sleep Why you may sleep poorly when transitioning to meat-based, keto or low-carb diet Our experience with sleep Why you may sleep poorly on a low-carb diet Stress and sleep Tryptophan Ketogenic diets and sleep cycles Histamines Oura Ring Tips to support better sleep Carnivore Cure book:  https://amzn.to/37R4lOY So...

In this episode, Laura and Judy had the pleasure of sitting down with their dear friend, Coach Jessyca.  What fear looks like? What does sabotage look like? Healing body dysmorphia Who you really are? Divine appointments Where do you get your worth?  Who is ED? How to know if someone is a narcissist Narcissism, body dysmorphia and ED Narcissistic parents Narcissism and bullies Finding your deeper...

In this episode, Laura and Judy discuss body dysmorphic disorder and how it manifests in real life.  Get ready for some very real conversations. What is body dysmorphic disorder?  What is body dysmorphia? Our experience? How to support someone struggling with body dysmorphia Test yourself for body dysmorphia Other tips Body Dysmorphic Disorder Foundation:  https://bddfoundation.org/ Do I have Body...

In this episode, Laura and Judy discuss all things hormones on a low-carb, meat-based diet. The importance of hormones Macros and hormones Carbs and hormones Cortisol and hormones Toxins and hormones Microbiome and hormones Carnivore Cure, Chapter 12:  https://amzn.to/37R4lOY Stress + Hormones Handout:  https://nutritionwithjudy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/NwJ-Stress-and-its-Impact-May-2021.pdf...

In this episode, Laura and Judy discuss a variety of ways to track and measure things for health and wellness. Should you track and monitor these things?  Get ready for some very real conversations. DEXA Scans Hair mineral tests (HTMAs) Stool tests Hormone tests Thyroid tests Menstruation cycle Calories Macros CGM, Blood Glucose and Ketones Tips to figure out if it makes sense for you Sole Water: ...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about having cheat meals and cheat days on a meat-based diet. What is a cheat meal or cheat day? How does it affect motivation and goals Are you an abstainer or moderator? Laura and Judy’s experience with cheat meals and cheat days Should you incorporate cheat meats and cheat days? Some tips to figure out if it makes sense for you _____  SPONSORS:  Carnivore Cu...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about how to vacation and travel being meat-based, keto, low-carb and more. They talk about the struggles of being meat-based and traveling, old habits, some tips they’ve learned along the way and the most economical ways to eat meat-based while being away from home.  How Laura traveled before being meat-based How Judy traveled before being meat-based How Laura...