Nutrition with Judy | Carnivore Diet

Judy Cho
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Sep 11, 2025 • 1h 16min

350. Obesity Medicine Expert Shares What It Takes to Lose Weight: Diets, GLP-1 - Dr. Eric Westman

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____Dr. Eric and I dive into weight loss, GLP-1, gastric bypass, and why diet still plays the biggest role in long-term success. We also cover muscle mass loss, reverse dieting, and how real-life practice often looks different than internet advice. Make sure to watch the full interview to learn more.Dr. Eric Westman is an internal medicine physician, researcher, and past president of the Obesity Medicine Association. Based at Duke University Medical Center, he is known for pioneering work in using ketogenic and low-carb diets to treat obesity, diabetes, and metabolic disease. He is also co-founder of Adapt Your Life Academy, where he teaches keto, carnivore, and low-carb strategies to patients and practitioners worldwide.We discuss the following: Meet Dr. Eric WestmanDo GLP1s help long term?Why some people don’t lose weightHow long can you be in a calorie deficit?Is keto ideal for healthy babies?Top 10 keto foodsDr. Eric’s groups and carnivore courseVisiting Dr. Eric Westman’s clinicEPISODE RESOURCESWebsiteAdapt Your Life AcademyYouTubeX (Twitter)End Your Carb Confusion bookEnd Your Carb Confusion CookbookNwJ Interview with Dr. Eric Westman Part 1EFH Personalized Health Plan_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.
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Sep 4, 2025 • 1h 21min

349. How Kibble Can Be From Condemned Meat. Truth About Pet Food – Susan Thixton Explains

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____Susan and I dive into the hidden truths about the pet food industry, including how condemned animals and waste products are legally allowed in kibble and even raw pet foods, and how misleading labels trick consumers into believing their pets are eating “chicken” when it’s actually feed-grade material. We also discuss the regulatory loopholes, lack of enforcement by the FDA, and why choosing human-grade food is the only way to ensure quality for your pets. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.Susan Thixton is a leading pet food consumer advocate and founder of Truth About Pet Food. After losing her own dog to cancer caused by preservatives in kibble, she dedicated her career to exposing the corruption, hidden practices, and lack of transparency in the pet food industry. Through education, advocacy, and legal petitions, she pushes for stricter regulations and empowers pet owners to make safer choices for their animals.We discuss the following: Meet Susan ThixtonProving kibble’s link to cancerAre chicken labels misleading?Is human-grade just marketing?Difference between food and feedAre quality pet foods the same?Is homemade pet food a gray area?Vitamin A poisoning in petsWhat are the 4D’s?Vaccines’ impact on pet healthLong-term harm from unnecessary surgeriesWhere to find Susan Thixton_____EPISODE RESOURCESPet Food NewsPet Feed vs Pet FoodHealthy Pet FoodsSusan’s newsletterThe Forever Dog bookBig Kibble bookAAFCONRCEFH Personalized Health Plan_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.
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Aug 28, 2025 • 1h 2min

348. The Sugar Diet and How High Fat, Low Protein Doubled Testosterone in 2 Weeks - Robert Sikes

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____What if the sugar diet isn’t working because of sugar, but because of protein restriction?FGF-21 is similar to a metabolic reset switch, powerful when used occasionally, but risky if left on all the time. Chronic activation often comes with trade-offs such as muscle loss, hormonal changes, and nutrient deficiencies. Robert Sikes and I talk about how the Sugar Diet may leverage FGF-21 but that there are ways to leverage FGF-21 without using sugar. Robert Sikes is the founder of Keto Brick. He has been following a ketogenic lifestyle for over a decade and turned professional in bodybuilding in 2023. Through his work, Robert coaches athletes and everyday people to optimize performance, build muscle, and achieve sustainable health without extreme dieting or performance-enhancing drugs.In this episode, I sit down with Robert Sikes (aka Keto Savage) to unpack his latest self-experiment: eating 4,000 calories per day with 400g of fat and minimal protein, and doubling his testosterone in just 2 weeks.We discuss the following: Why the sugar diet became popularRobert’s diet experimentAre some not built for low carb?Recommended protein macrosWhat is VO2 max testingHow long to get fat adaptedRobert’s keto bodybuilding programOptimal testosterone rangeLessons from 11 years of ketoRobert’s cacao sourcing journeyWhere to find Robert SikesJudy's pull-up journey (bonus)_____EPISODE RESOURCESInstagramKeto BrickKeto SavageKeto BodybuildingNatural States SavagesSavage Perspective PodcastNwJ Interview with Robert Sikes Part 1NwJ Interview with Robert Sikes Part 2NwJ Interview with Robert Sikes Part 3NwJ Interview with Robert Sikes Part 4EFH Personalized Health Plan_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 1h 15min

347. Tackling Chronic Disease: Long COVID, Mold Illness, CIRS, Lyme and Childhood Illnesses – Dr. James Neuenschwander

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____Judy and Dr. James Neuenschwander dive into the complexities of chronic illness, exploring why single “villains” like seed oils or food dyes rarely explain the full picture. They discuss the rise in childhood illnesses including autism, the multiple toxic exposures contributing to disease, and how nuanced, root-cause approaches can lead to healing. The conversation also covers vaccine safety, gut health, mold, Lyme, and long COVID, highlighting that healing often requires pulling several levers, not just one. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.Dr. James Neuenschwander is an integrative physician and current president of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS). Originally trained in surgery, his career shifted toward holistic and naturopathic medicine after witnessing the rapid recovery of chronic illness using non-conventional approaches. Since 1988, he has treated both adults and children, with a special focus on autism, chronic illness, detoxification, and functional medicine.We discuss the following: Meet Dr. James NeuenschwanderBiggest culprits for illnessThimerosal and lack of testingMajor triggers Dr. Neu has seenBalancing detox without harming the bodyStandard autism care in medicineWhat is casein and sourcesMold illness link to yeastIs long COVID a separate illness?Dr. Neu approach to treatmentWhere to find Dr. James Neuenschwander_____EPISODE RESOURCESInfant Mortality Rates Go Down During Covid Lockdowns (search on "50% for infants")FacebookBio Energy Medical CenterMAPS WebsiteThe Devil We Know documentary EFH Personalized Health Plan_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.
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Aug 14, 2025 • 1h 5min

346. How to Feed Our Pets for Longevity, Health and Wellness - Paws of Prey, Mariah Pierson

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____I sit down with Mariah Pierson, founder of Paws of Prey, to discuss the healing powers of nutrition for our furry companions. Mariah shares her journey into pet nutrition, including raw vs. cooked food, sample meal ideas, and why raw meat doesn’t pose the risk many believe. Mariah also explains why organs are vital, how to safely transition your pet to a species-appropriate diet, and her stance on vaccines, titers, nosodes, and common preventative meds. If you're a pet parent seeking real health answers, this is the episode for you.Mariah Pierson has been passionate about animals since childhood, fostering small wildlife, owning exotic pets, and dedicating her life to their wellness following a personal pet loss. Mariah combined her research in canine, feline, mustelid, and erinaceid nutrition with her veterinary experience to start Paws of Prey, a YouTube channel to share her knowledge. Mariah's story into pet nutritionProper dog and cat dietRaw vs. cooked, and childrenCommon misconceptions about raw foodSample meal ideas and dairyTruth about kibblePet diseaseSynthetic vitaminsLiver, organ meats and copper toxicity Vaccines, titers, nosodesPreventative meds (heartworm, ticks)Mariah's dietary changesFiber in the human dietTransitioning the pet food_____EPISODE RESOURCESRaw Feeding Cheat SheetPaws of Prey (Mariah Pierson) YouTubePaws of Prey (Mariah Pierson) WebsiteCheap vs Expensive Cuts Video2012 Carnivore Cure book Fiber StudyCarnivore Cure BookCopper toxicity study: Here and HereTruth about AAFCO2007 Pet Food RecallNosodes (a Vaccine Alternative): Here and HereWondercideVaccinations and Senior Pets _____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates   FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us  📺 YouTube  📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  _____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.
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Aug 7, 2025 • 1h 3min

345. No Plants, No Pain: Biohacking with Carnivore | Animal Documentary’s Vinny Lingham

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____Vinny and I dive into the making of the documentary Animal and why it became such a powerful tool to spread the truth about a meat-based diet. We also explore the surprising overlap between the carnivore and crypto communities, including why both share a philosophy of sovereignty and resilience. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.Vinny Lingham is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and the producer of the documentary Animal. Best known as a tech visionary and early Bitcoin adopter, Vinny has founded multiple successful companies in the tech and crypto space. His latest passion project, Animal, reflects his personal health journey and commitment to sharing the science and benefits of a meat-based diet for optimal human health.We discuss the following: Meet Vinny LinghamWhy Vinny follows OMAD and ketonesDo other players eat similarly?Film reception and what he’d changeCarnivore and crypto worlds collidingGold vs crypto investing thoughtsVinny’s tips on diet and cryptoWhere to find Vinny and the film_____EPISODE RESOURCESWebsiteX (Twitter)Animal on X (Twitter)Animal on Amazon PrimeAnimal on Apple TVEFH Personalized Health Plan _____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.
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Jul 31, 2025 • 1h 57min

344. Fixing Low Testosterone, Sinus Issues, Multiple Sclerosis, Brain Fog and Daily Headaches

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____Wayne and I dive deep into his journey with multiple sclerosis and how combining a carnivore diet with treatment for Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) dramatically changed his life. We explore his battle with brain fog, gut issues, low testosterone, and environmental mold exposure—and how addressing these root causes restored his health. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.Wayne Blackshear is a software professional who faced debilitating symptoms from multiple sclerosis, severe fatigue, and chronic inflammation. His relentless pursuit of healing led him from trying the carnivore diet to uncovering and treating mold illness and CIRS, improving not only his autoimmune condition but also his overall quality of life. Today, Wayne is an advocate for root cause healing, sharing his experience to help others navigate similar challenges.We discuss the following: Meet Wayne and his health journeyLife before and after carnivoreMS diagnosis and family historyIs Wayne in MS remission?How to rule out CIRSImpact of CIRS protocol on headachesFrom carnivore to deeper healingWayne’s message for chronic illnessWhere to find Wayne Blackshear_____EPISODE RESOURCESWayne's X (twitter)EFH CIRS TestingEFH Personalized Health Plan CIRS & Environment, ERMI and Ultimate CIRS Environmental Guide Bundle_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.
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Jul 24, 2025 • 2h 5min

343. From Chronic Illness to Thriving - The Steps for Root-Cause Healing - Scott Forsgren

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____Scott discusses how addressing the nervous system is often the critical first step in chronic illness healing and why mold exposure and environmental toxins are often overlooked root causes. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.Scott Forsgren is a health podcaster, blogger, and functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner who has spent over 20 years in the chronic illness space. He is the host of the Better Health Guy podcast and co-founder of the Forum for Integrative Medicine. After a personal battle with Lyme disease and mold illness, he became a leading voice in root cause healing through integrative and functional approaches.We discuss the following: Meet Scott Forsgren and learn about his journeyHealing before Lyme diagnosisNervous system for healingUnderstanding mast cell activationSupporting detox and drainage pathwaysReducing environmental stressorsOptimizing sleep for recoveryMental and emotional healing supportGut, hydration, and nutrition essentialsImmune balance and inflammation supportAddressing microbial overgrowthsSupporting genetic weak pointsShould limbic work come first?Will we ever escape EMFs?Where to find Scott Forsgren_____EPISODE RESOURCESWebsitePodcastThe Forum for Integrative Medicine16 Step Approach to Better HealthMold Warriors bookHow to Heal Yourself When No One Else Can bookCIRS & Environment, ERMI and Ultimate CIRS Environmental Guide BundleEFH Personalized Health PlanEFH CIRS Testing_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.
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Jul 17, 2025 • 1h 16min

342. Removing Microplastics and Toxins from the Body via Blood Filtration Plasmapheresis - Dr. Tami Lyday

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____Dr. Tami Lyday shares the groundbreaking potential of Plasmapheresis or Therapeutic Plasma Exchange (TPE) which is a type of plasmapheresis for medical treatment to detox microplastics, reduce inflammation, and even reverse biological age. She also reveals how mold illness is often the hidden root cause behind autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s and why addressing it is critical to fully heal. Make sure to watch the full interview to learn more.Dr. Tami Lyday is a board-certified osteopathic physician who shifted from conventional medicine to a root-cause functional approach after witnessing her mother's battle with breast implant illness. She is certified in integrative and functional medicine, mold and Lyme treatment, and cutting-edge therapies like plasma exchange and EBOO. She practices in Green Bay, Wisconsin, offering both in-person and virtual care through The Lyday Center.We discuss the following: Meet Dr. Tami LydayWho is Plasma Exchange for (Plasmapheresis)Can chronic illness block rebalancingWhy Plasma Exchange isn’t widespreadHow this differs from EBOOWhen to start Plasma ExchangeOut-of-pocket costs comparisonHow often to get IV therapyWhen Plasma Exchange is next stepMold vs genetics in autoimmunityHelping resistant mold-sensitive patientsWhere to connect with Dr. Lyday_____EPISODE RESOURCESWebsiteInstagramFacebookYouTubeEFH CIRS TestingCIRS & Environment, ERMI and Ultimate CIRS Environmental Guide BundleHERTSMI-2_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.
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Jul 10, 2025 • 1h 38min

341. Is Your House Making You Sick? - Joshua Rachal

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____Joshua and I explore how hidden mold and poor construction practices in our homes can contribute to chronic illness, especially in individuals with mold sensitivities or CIRS. We dive into how homes should be evaluated, how to avoid the most common construction pitfalls, and how to take actionable steps—even DIY ones—toward a safer living space. Make sure to watch the full interview to learn more.Joshua Rachal is a Forensic Mold Assessor, Certified Master Inspector, and licensed Mold Assessment Consultant in Texas (MAC) and Florida (MA), known for his expertise in building science, construction defects, and mold diagnostics. After toxic mold impacted his own family, Josh shifted from running large-scale remodeling projects into becoming one of the nation's most trusted mold experts. He’s conducted over 3,000 mold assessments, produced 350+ remediation protocols with 100% clearance success, and served as an expert witness in more than 120 legal cases. His reports have been cited by Senator Jon Ossoff in Senate hearings and he is regularly referred by medical and wellness professionals for comprehensive mold evaluations.We discuss the following: All about Joshua RachalCorruption in military housingHealth effects of mold exposureDo inspections test for other toxinsShould you hire a mold assessorThoughts on HERTSMI and Swiffer testsOptions if you can't afford remediationAre HVAC units contaminatedDo air purifiers helpNew homes vs older homesShould inspectors ask about water damageTips for finding a healing homeAre airtight homes causing moldWhere to find Joshua Rachal_____EPISODE RESOURCESWebsiteFacebook EFH CIRS TestingCIRS & Environment, ERMI and Ultimate CIRS Environmental Guide BundleHERTSMI-2Air Purifier_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us 🎙️ Podcast  📺 YouTube 📸 Instagram 👥 Facebook  NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet   📚 Articles🎁 Free Resources 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners_____*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.

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