In this episode of the Ketones and Coffee podcast, host Lawrence welcomes Dr. Anthony Chaffee, a medical doctor focusing on neurosurgery, former professional rugby player, and host of the Plant Free MD podcast. Dr. Chaffee shares his journey from discovering the negative effects of plant-based foods to adopting and advocating for a carnivore diet.  He discusses the misconceptions about dietary fat and cholesterol, the detrimental effects of carbohydrates and plant toxins, and the benefits of a meat-centric diet on chronic diseases and overall health. Dr. Chaffee also addresses common concerns about the carnivore diet, such as fiber intake and the process of adapting to a carnivore lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of education, understanding, and a commitment to change for achieving peak health. 00:00 Welcome to the Ketones and Coffee Podcast! 00:28 Introducing Dr. Anthony Chaffee: From Rugby to Carnivore Diet Advocacy 01:06 The Uncommon Path: A Doctor's Journey into Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine 04:54 The Carnivore Diet: A Doctor's Personal and Professional Journey 05:10 The Turning Point: Discovering the Carnivore Diet 10:00 The Impact of Diet on Professional Athletic Performance 15:30 Rediscovering Carnivore: A Doctor's Reawakening 25:44 The Science Behind Carnivore: Understanding Our Biological Needs 30:06 Exploring the Primary Metabolic State: Fasting vs. Fed 31:40 The Carnivore Diet: A Deep Dive into Benefits and Nutritional Insights 33:58 Addressing Common Misconceptions: Carbs, Sugar, and Diabetes 37:00 Historical and Scientific Perspectives on Diet and Disease 42:44 Carnivore Diet as a Lifestyle: Strategies for Success 49:11 Debunking Dietary Myths: The Truth About Fiber and Meat 54:17 Transitioning to Carnivore: Tips and Personal Insights 58:17 Connecting with Dr. Anthony Chafee: Resources and Future Projects ~~~~~~Estrella by Audiorezout is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License.~~~~~~ Save yourself that trip to the market — Instacart delivers groceries in as fast as 1 hour! They connect you with Personal Shoppers in your area to shop and deliver groceries from your favorite stores. Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35. Go to ketocoachlorenz.com and use the contact form to get your Free Consultation! Support the show