Cutting Against The Grain

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about how to overcome struggles, especially with diet.   Acute vs. chronic stress Food for comfort The physical and emotional side with food Other addictions How Laura breaks food cravings How to get back on track #Carnivore75Hard See the long-term view Crash diets Some things to consider A moment of honest, courageous reflection Win the day _____ RESOURCES: CA...

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about the recent baby formula shortage, pregnancies and birthing options.  Optimal doesn’t equate to real life The formula shortage Breastfeeding vs. formula The root cause issues of mothers and breastfeeding Maternity leave – US and the rest of the world Demanding more than status quo History of formula regulations Homemade formula Pregnancy and zero carb C-se...

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about recent bloodwork, standard bloodwork markers, how to ask doctors for lab test and bloodwork covered by insurance.  Comprehensive Metabolic Panel Complete Blood Count Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW) A1C and Glucose Kidney function Excess protein  Liver function Cholesterol Triglycerides Thyroid Insurance Medicating based on one bloodwork Resources NwJ Bl...

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about KetoCon, speeches, the place of Keto and Carnivore, and conversations with non-keto dieters.  Presentations and speeches KetoCon Entrepreneur Mastermind Netflix and Keto How our story can impact our doctors  Background searches The ultimate elimination diet _____ RESOURCES: KetoCon Carnivory Con Dr. Richard Johnson Terry Black’s _____  SPONSORS:  KetoCon...

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about Instagram jail, Laura’s locals community, birthdays and nutrition as a career. Instagram jail Who defines misinformation How to #FreeJudy Elon Musk and Twitter Locals as a solution Finding like-minded friends Birthday reflections Babies and perimenopause Life as a nutritionist Entrepreneur vs. corporate life Steak and sleep Self-care as a nutritionist You...

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about how to lose weight on a carnivore diet, and in a way that is sustainable.  Weight loss trends Gaining weight on carnivore Weight loss for different body types Undereating on keto Consistency is critical Randle cycle Calories in calories out The heftiness of snacking Meal timing Multiple meals for gut health Reverse dieting Alcohol Less variety Macros and...

We apologize for the audio quality. We had some technical difficulties. In this episode, Chris and Kevin talk about the behind-the-scenes with Laura and Judy. Meet Kevin and Chris Kevin’s role at Nutrition with Judy How Chris supports Laura How Carnivore works for the Spath family Kevin’s SAD diet Chris’ healing journey The shame felt for being overweight Judy pre-Carnivore Living with an influenc...

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about mold and biotoxins, and how these illnesses can affect us healing on meat-only carnivore.  Liver and kidney markers Symptoms of mold Intro to CIRS How to test for mold and CIRS Melanocyte stimulating hormone (MSH) Mold supports Dry sauna Supplements and carnivore Testing > just supplementing  Worms and parasites Carnivore and anemia Resources Cell Core...

In this episode, Laura and Judy chat about GMO cattle and answer your community questions. FDA approves GMO Cattle GMO Salmon and Pork The risk of GMO cattle for the immune-sensitive The color of egg yolks Glyphosate How to transition from plant-based to carnivore: identity crisis How struggles are a part of life Gastric bypass and carnivore A1C and Carnivore Mixing carbs and fat Carbs in morning...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about the current affairs on food shortages, inflation and what that means for us and our future. Supply chain changes Meat prices vs. seafood prices Inflation and trickledown effect White House food shortage message Inflation vs. Ukraine-Russia situation How to make meat a priority What food shortages could look like How to prepare and how Judy stays grounded...

In this episode, Laura and Judy share their thoughts on why community is critical for optimal health. And how to take care of ourselves when the people around us aren’t carnivore. Austin Meat up One Year of CATG How to handle carnivore in the real world Your why and your community (and what will bring you success) Isolation breeds addiction Mindset matters: I can’t vs. I choose Honor yourself (and...

In this episode, Laura and Judy share their thoughts on Dr. Cywes’ thoughts on long term high fat being less than ideal. They also chat about PUFAs in chicken and pork.   Ordering Carnivore at restaurants Is Carnivore high fat long term possible? – Dr. Cywes’ thoughts Insulin spikes Increase in triglycerides and sources of triglycerides Jimmy Moore’s lean protein experiment Lean protein consequenc...

In this episode, Laura and Judy share their thoughts on the good and bad of fasting.  Types of fasting Laura’s fasting journey Fasting and carnivore Recommendations of fasting on the internet Beta cell dysfunction Autophagy a magic pill? Feasting vs fasting Is OMAD disordered eating? Being honest with yourself Matthew McConaughey and Dallas Buyers Club Real talk: Our desires, struggles and 100 yea...

In this episode, Laura and Judy share their thoughts on the conversation with Dr. Cywes.  Recap of interview with Dr. Cywes Everyone fails at diets Blame the person or blame yourself? Bias of echo chambers: Like finds like Who is responsible: the sellers or the purchasers? 2 camps of carnivore: the biohackers and the sick Seeing healing as a journey Not the What but the Why in eating Breaking a ha...

In this episode, Laura and Judy share some real talk with Dr. Robert Cywes. All too often, we focus on weight gain or metabolic syndrome, but the root cause can often be an internal, mental struggle. Not everyone thinks they have a not-so-ideal relationship with food, but the truth is that many of us do, especially with carb addiction. This is a very raw and candid discussion about healing our rel...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about troubleshooting inconsistent poops, being bored of meat, snacking and low energy. They also answer your Q&As! Make sure to leave any questions on Apple podcasts. They make sure to answer every single one! Regulating stools: loose stools vs constipation How often should you go Why laxatives aren’t ideal When people are bored of meat Snacking Kids and m...

In this episode, Judy and Laura share new insight into uric acid and fructose, and what it means for a meat-based carnivore diet.  What is gout? And standard care’s recommendations Normal ranges for uric acid What is uric acid? What are purines? What does it have to do with liver and organ meats?  How uric acid can be different for ketogenic diets  The concern of eating fruits + honey + liver with...

In this episode, Laura and Judy continue the discussion from the low carb conference and talk about bloodwork and steps to be a self-advocate. Bloodwork and what to check Low carb vs. standard diet markers Fasted glucose vs. A1C Insulin (LP-IR) What is C-Peptide? Getting your doctor to order tests Kraft test and Glucose Tolerance Test (testing while pregnant) Serum insulin sensitivity vs. beta cel...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about low carb topics discussed at the Low Carb Boca Raton conference.  About the conference Importance of hope and community Topics and Discussions from Low Carb Conference, Boca Raton Honey and PUFAs Read life vs. ideal eating CGM as a motivation tool Stress and blood sugars Early signs of diabetes C-Peptide Dr. Ben’s exercise Gout, uric acid: fructose, purin...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about when diets lose their luster and cravings kick in. They share how they navigate those hard times.  When things get hard What Laura does when things get hard Tracking for motivation Why tracking might be ideal (for some) initially Physical hunger vs emotional hunger Gauging hunger levels with one food When diet excitement starts waning and real life kicks...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about Covid’s early treatment protocols and resources.  Judy’s experience with COVID-19 What Judy did as early treatment What Judy’s 70 year old parents did for early treatment How Judy’s children dealt with Covid Follow the science What to eat during Covid Mass formation psychosis Monoclonal antibodies Be prepared _____  RESOURCES American Frontline Doctors  p...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about what and how to eat on carnivore How Laura and Judy shop and what they buy Sourcing: Grass finished vs grain finished Cooking methods What we eat and leftovers Eating out What to do with cheese When to track and when not to Gaining weight on carnivore Should you start meat-only or meat-based carnivore? Sugar as a stimulant Organs – Do we need them on a ca...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about Christmas plans and dive into listener questions from Apple podcast reviews.  Setting Goals for 2022 and for any time SMART Goals (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Time-Bound) Win the Days Motivational Dates and Trigger Dates Celebratory Milestones Planning Ahead Be Realistic New Year’s Resolution a Bad Thing? Mindset and Consistency Matter...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about Christmas plans and dive into listener questions from Apple podcast reviews.  Christmas plans Breaking tradition What restaurants are open on Christmas Connection during the holidays Answering your Q&As  _____  RESOURCES Supplement for perimenopause  (adrenal glandular) #Carnivore75Hard Facebook group CATG Ep 13. Eating out and Traveling on Carnivore...

In this episode, Laura and Judy talk about how to get starting on a meat-only carnivore diet. What is carnivore to Judy and Laura Why meat-only carnivore is powerful When first starting, what you should eat  Sample of foods and meals to eat Tools to be successful  How to handle cheese Why organic plants aren’t always safe What oils to use When should you eat (OMAD vs TWOMAD) Why we need to eat fat...