Is Fiber Useless? The Carnivore Diet Thinks So | Ep 333

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The carnivore diet community claims fiber is unnecessary, even harmful. But what does the science actually say?

Learn why fiber does far more than "keep you regular," how eliminating it affects everything from muscle building to longevity, and how to make evidence-based decisions about fiber intake for your goals.

Main Takeaways:

• Fiber produces short-chain fatty acids that reduce inflammation and enhance muscle protein synthesis
• Going zero-fiber may provide short-term symptom relief but creates long-term health risks (15-30% higher disease rates)
• The carnivore claims about fiber being "non-essential" ignore massive benefits for satiety, hormones, and gut health
• Smart approach: Address root causes of digestive issues rather than eliminating all fiber permanently

Related Episode:

• The Blue Zone Hoax (and Other Diet Myths That Won’t Make You Live Longer) | Ep 330

Timestamps:

0:01 - The fiber war (Carnivore vs. mainstream nutrition)
4:30 - What fiber actually does beyond BMs
5:51 - How fiber affects muscle building and hormone production
8:33 - The carnivore honeymoon period and what happens long-term
11:56 - Gut bacteria changes and health consequences
14:58 - Debunking carnivore claims about fiber
19:53 - 15-30% lower all-cause mortality with higher fiber
21:37 - How to optimize fiber intake
24:56 - The surprising link between gut bacteria and protein synthesis for building muscle

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