Keto/Carnivore Conversations

Explore the 3.3-million-year evolution of the human diet. Dr. Bill Schindler joins Dr. Kiltz to discuss experimental archaeology, ancestral food tech, and shifting from "dead food" to metabolic health.

Daniel shares how breaking food addiction, finding clarity, and rebuilding discipline transformed his life through mindset, faith, and a meat‑focused lifestyle.Need help on your health journey? Sign up for a $39 Intro Coaching Call with one of our Kiltz Health Certified Coaches: https://calendly.com/d/cxdf-5ft-z2k/k...Sign up now and join the Kiltz Mighty Tribe – Dr. Kiltz’s Free Keto and Carnivore Community! https://kiltz-mighty-tribe.mn.co/ Dr. Robert Kiltz is a double board‑certified OB/GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist, and the founder of CNY Fertility—one of the most accessible and respected fertility centers in...

Join Dr. Jason Fung and Dr. Robert Kiltz to uncover the truth about insulin resistance, fasting, and weight loss. Learn why calorie counting fails and how to reverse type 2 diabetes naturally.Get your copy of Dr. Jason Fung's new book: The Hunger Code: Resetting Your Body's Fat Thermostat in the Age of Ultra-Processed Food: https://a.co/d/09sTQ2yDSign up now for a Intro Coaching call with one of our certified Kiltz Health Coaches: https://calendly.com/d/cxdf-5ft-z2k/kiltz-health-one-on-one-coaching?month=2026-02

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Discover why muscle may be the missing key to health and aging as Dr. Gabrielle Lyon reveals the overlooked organ shaping longevity and metabolic wellness.Link to the book where folks can still order and get the bonuses: https://drgabriellelyon.com/playbook/Sign up now and join the Kiltz Mighty Tribe – Dr. Kiltz’s Free Keto and Carnivore Community! https://kiltz-mighty-tribe.mn.co/

Instead of giving up, he made a radical shift that transformed his health, his weight, and his entire life.In this powerful conversation with Dr. Robert Kiltz, he shares how he went from nearly 300 pounds and facing a terminal prognosis… to reclaiming his health through a complete lifestyle and nutritional overhaul. His journey through keto, carnivore offers hope, clarity, and inspiration for anyone facing metabolic, neurological, or chronic‑health challenges.

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Sometimes the body sends quiet signals long before we’re ready to notice them. In this video, I share the moment everything shifted — the realization that what I thought was “normal” was actually my body asking for help. If you’ve been pushing through stress, fatigue, inflammation, or emotional overload, this story will resonate deeply.We explore what it really means to feel “fine,” how the body compensates until it can’t anymore, and the small signs we often ignore. This is for anyone navigating burnout, healing, or the slow unraveling that leads to powerful transformation.If you’ve ever told yourself...

In today’s powerful episode, we sit down with Rebecca Hushman, a certified carnivore coach who went from 69 pounds on her deathbed to thriving in ways doctors never believed possible. Misdiagnosed, gaslit, and battling chronic illness—including C‑diff, Lyme, autoimmune conditions, and severe digestive issues—Rebecca’s story is one of radical resilience and nutritional transformation.

After years of failed treatments, endless antibiotics, and worsening symptoms, Rebecca discovered the healing potential of a strict ketogenic diet and eventually the carnivore diet. Removing oxalates, eliminating plant foods, and focusing on nutrient‑dense animal foods helped her reverse symptoms, ga...

The Simple Shift That Ended Years of Pain and InflammationAt 47 years old, TD was told by four orthopedic surgeons that he needed a shoulder replacement due to severe arthritis and a 40% labrum loss. The pain was so intense he considered early retirement. But everything changed when he made one simple shift — a shift that eliminated his pain, reversed inflammation, and restored his strength.In this powerful episode of Carnivore Conversations, Dr. Rob Kiltz sits down with TD of The Texas Boys to explore how a family‑wide transformation began with a single decision. From chronic pain to renewed energy, from...

Discover the surprising truth behind metabolic health, overeating, and carbohydrate addiction in this powerful conversation between Dr. Kiltz and Dr. Robert Cywes. In this clip, Dr. Cywes explains why most Americans have become “metabolic train wrecks,” why carbohydrates themselves do no harm, and how our relationship with food — not the food itself — drives dysfunction.You’ll learn why packaged foods are on his “no list,” why plants may offer zero nutrient value, and why there’s no pill that can fix metabolic health. Instead, Dr. Cywes breaks down the difference between diet management and addiction management, revealing the real root cause of ov...

What happens when the scale can’t even measure your weight? This is the raw, inspiring story of a man who went from over 650 pounds to reclaiming his health, energy, and life. In just 252 days, he shed 150 pounds, reversed serious health problems, and found the strength to get back to work, walk his dog daily, and inspire thousands.If you’ve ever wondered how someone can turn rock bottom into a turning point, this episode is proof that transformation is possible. Watch now to discover the mindset shift, daily habits, and powerful lessons that fueled his comeback.

Join Dr. Robert Kiltz and citizen scientist Dave Feldman for a deep dive into cholesterol, metabolic health, and the surprising science behind lean mass hyperresponders. In this conversation, they explore how ketogenic and carnivore diets impact lipid profiles, why LDL, HDL, and triglycerides may tell a different story than you think, and what new research reveals about cholesterol, heart disease, and personalized nutrition. Learn about the lipid energy model, the role of VLDL and LDL particles, and how diet, genetics, and lifestyle intersect in cardiovascular health. Discover insights from Feldman’s Citizen Science Foundation studies, CT angiogram data, and th...

Stress fuels inflammation, the root of many chronic illnesses. Learn how natural living, mindset, and community can reverse the cycle and restore health.Sign up now and join the Kiltz Mighty Tribe – Dr. Kiltz’s Free Keto and Carnivore Community! https://kiltz-mighty-tribe.mn.co/ 00:00 Intro & personal story10:15 The overlooked prescription: community22:40 Lessons from Blue Zones35:10 Stress as the hidden driver of disease50:00 Building meaningful connections

At just 15, Maya’s body felt ancient—crippled by sudden arthritis, back pain, and joint stiffness. In this raw moment, she reveals the shock of waking up unable to move, and how it marked the beginning of her search for healing beyond conventional medicine.⏱️ Timestamps – “I Woke Up in an 80-Year-Old Body”00:46 – Isolation & Cravings Shift 02:11 – Meet Maya & Carrie 03:31 – COVID, Sports & Sudden Pain 05:01 – Medical Mystery & Sacroiliac Pain 06:31 – Carrie’s Transformation & 50 lb Weight Loss 08:01 – Tracking, Data & Keto Shift 09:31 – Bodybuilding Past & Intermittent Fasting 11:01 – Maya’s Influences: Jordan & Mikhaila Peterson 12:31 – Electrolytes & Mood Struggles 14:01 – Genetic Arthritis & Humira Experience 15:31 – Diet vs Medication: Choosing Carnivore 17:01 – Cultural Pressures in Japan 18:31 – Carrie’s Maint...

In this powerful episode, Dr. Robert Kiltz sits down with Izzy Watson—athlete, holistic nutritionist, and carnivore advocate—to explore her remarkable transformation from chronic illness to peak performance. Diagnosed with colitis after years of misdiagnoses, Izzy shares how she took her health into her own hands, embraced the carnivore lifestyle, and went on to break a Guinness World Record and complete a 50-mile ultramarathon.

🎙 Topics Covered:

Hospitalized at 13: Izzy’s early health struggles

Misdiagnoses, inflammation, and failed medical support

Discovering the carnivore diet through Dr. Chaffee, Sean Baker & Paul Saladino

Tran...

Is everything you’ve been told about nutrition wrong?

In this explosive interview, Dr. Robert Kiltz and metabolic scientist Dr. Ben Bikman dismantle mainstream dietary advice—from the myth of “healthy carbs” to the dangers of fruit, cereal, and even modern medicine’s blind spots. Discover why insulin resistance is the root of most chronic diseases, how ketogenic and carnivore diets outperform conventional approaches, and why academia may be printing “monopoly money” when it comes to health research.

🔍 Topics Covered:

- Insulin resistance and chronic disease

- Why fruit may...

Artist-anthropologist Nicole and musician Theo share how ditching carbs transformed their health, pregnancy, and parenting—plus why processed food and cultural myths are sabotaging your vitality.Join Dr. Kiltz for a casual meat-up dinner in Tampa on Nov 14 at Terra Gaucha—RSVP now to save your seat! 🥩🔥 https://forms.gle/vcECLfnSVEV2AGTA9 Sign up now and join the Kiltz Mighty Tribe – Dr. Kiltz’s Free Keto and Carnivore Community! https://kiltz-mighty-tribe.mn.co/ Join Dr. Kiltz for exclusive meetups and events! Sign up here: https://kiltzmeatup.com/ Looking for personalized guidance? Sign up here for one-on-one help or coaching with Dr. Nelso...

Dr. Eric Westman—internal medicine specialist, researcher, and co-founder of Adapt Your Life Academy—joins Dr. Robert Kiltz to expose the truth behind low-carb and ketogenic diets. From reversing diabetes and obesity to challenging the pharmaceutical-first mindset of modern medicine, this conversation dives deep into the science, history, and future of therapeutic nutrition. Whether you're keto-curious or skeptical, this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about food, medicine, and metabolic health.00:00 - Intro: Dr. Kiltz meets Dr. Westman02:15 - Why medical schools ignore nutrition05:40 - The two patients who changed everything08:10 - Dr. Atkins’ clinic and the “eat all...

Harvard MD/PhD Nick Norwitz reversed ulcerative colitis, lowered cholesterol with Oreos, and now exposes the cracks in modern medicine. This episode is a masterclass in metabolic rebellion and curiosity.

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Dr. Ken Berry and Dr. Robert Kiltz dive deep into the Proper Human Diet, exposing why mainstream nutrition keeps failing and how patients can reclaim their health through education, community, and real food. From deprescribing meds to decoding labs, this episode explores the future of healthcare—where health coaching, metabolic awareness, and ancestral eating converge. Whether you're keto-curious, carnivore committed, or just questioning your doctor’s advice, this conversation will challenge everything you thought you knew about medicine and nutrition.

00:00 Intro: Rethinking Medicine & Nutrition

03:12 Dr. Berry’s Journey to Online Advocacy

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In this gripping and multifaceted episode, Dr. Robert Kiltz sits down with actress and humanitarian Marisol Nichols—best known for her role on Riverdale and her undercover work fighting human trafficking—to explore the intersections of health, purpose, and personal transformation.

From battling thyroid disease and sugar addiction to embracing a ketogenic lifestyle, Marisol shares:

🥩 How keto and intermittent fasting helped her reverse autoimmune symptoms and reclaim energy

💄 The pressure of Hollywood body standards—and how she found peace through nutrition and mindset

🧠 Why she believes most “intolerances” are environmental, not personal

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In this urgent and eye-opening episode, Dr. Robert Kiltz welcomes Dr. Jesús Vega—a Mexican physician, health coach, and passionate advocate for metabolic health—to share his personal and professional journey from burnout and prediabetes to radical healing and purpose.

Raised on tortillas and soda, trained in conventional medicine, and shaped by years in emergency care, Dr. Vega reveals:

🧠 Why most young people are unknowingly building arterial plaque

🥩 How quitting tortillas and embracing a meat-based diet reversed his insulin resistance

🩺 The flaws in standard medical education—and how he broke free from outdat...

In this electrifying episode of Carnivore Conversations, Dr. Robert Kiltz sits down with Dr. David Minkoff—renowned physician, Ironman triathlete, and founder of LifeWorks Wellness Center—to explore the future of medicine through the lens of functional healing, nutritional biochemistry, and spiritual purpose.

From saving lives in emergency rooms to pioneering integrative therapies for chronic illness, Dr. Minkoff shares:

🧬 How mercury toxicity nearly derailed his wife’s health—and led him to functional medicine

🥩 Why protein deficiency is the hidden root of fatigue, obesity, and autoimmune disease

🧠 The power of amino acids, ozone ther...

In this deeply moving conversation, Tammy Peterson shares her extraordinary journey from chronic illness and fatigue to vibrant health through the carnivore diet. From childhood digestive struggles to her daughter Michaela’s battle with arthritis, Tammy reveals how food, faith, and family shaped her path to healing. She opens up about her cancer diagnosis, the power of prayer, and her spiritual awakening through daily rosary practice and conversion to Catholicism.

Tammy reflects on the divine feminine, the role of women in nurturing family and community, and the sacrifices that bring clarity and purpose. Her story is a te...

In this powerful episode, Dr. Robert Kiltz sits down with Justin Pettit—third-generation cattle rancher and co-founder of Santa Carota Beef—to unpack the spiritual, nutritional, and regenerative impact of carrot-finished beef. From growing up in the shadow of the Dust Bowl to pioneering a sustainable protein featured by Michelin-star chefs, Justin shares how faith, family, and food waste transformed his ranch into a healing mission.

Together, they explore:

🥕 Why carrot-finished beef delivers unmatched tenderness and nutrition

🧬 How regenerative ranching heals soil, animals, and people

🐄 The truth about cattle, climate, and the myth of m...

After three decades of battling psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, depression, and suicidal thoughts, Stephen Lashbrook—aka Lash the Lion—walked out of his doctor’s office for the last time. Refusing immune-suppressing injections with suicidal side effects, he turned to faith, fasting, and fatty meat. What followed was nothing short of miraculous.

In this deeply moving episode, Lash shares how discovering Michaela Peterson’s story led him to the Lion Diet and a complete transformation:

🧠 100% remission of depression and suicidal ideation

🩹 99% clearance of skin conditions and chronic pain

🥩 Mastering meat-based cooking and becoming a healin...

In this powerhouse episode, Dr. Robert Kiltz sits down with Dr. Shawn O’Mara—former prosecutor turned physician-scientist—to expose the hidden epidemic of visceral fat and the radical healing power of a meat-centric lifestyle. From erectile dysfunction and eczema to reversing chronic disease and sprinting at 69, Dr. O’Mara shares how carnivore nutrition transformed his life and thousands of others.

Together, they unpack:

🧠 Why most “aging” is actually undiagnosed disease

🥩 How fatty meat and fasting reverse inflammation from the inside out

🧬 The truth about visceral fat, libido, and muscle loss

📉 Why GLP-1 drug...

What if the secret to radiant skin and resilient health wasn’t in a lab—but on a farm?

In this rich, wide-ranging conversation, Dr. Robert Kiltz welcomes Charles Mayfield, founder of Pharaoh Skincare, to unpack the healing power of animal fats, regenerative agriculture, and the surprising science behind lard-based skincare. From treating sunburns with pig fat to launching a movement rooted in ancestral wisdom, Charles shares how his journey through paleo nutrition, farming, and CrossFit led to a skincare revolution.

Together, they explore:

🐖 Why pigs are metabolic mirrors of humans—and why their fat...

In this raw and electrifying episode, Carnivore Ray shares his deeply personal transformation—from chronic knee pain, depression, and suicidal ideation to mental clarity, weight loss, and purpose through the carnivore diet. What started as a skeptical experiment inspired by Joe Rogan and Jordan Peterson quickly became a viral movement, as Ray’s story touched millions across TikTok and Instagram.

Ray and Dr. Kiltz dive into the emotional, spiritual, and biochemical shifts that come with eliminating plant toxins and embracing fatty meat. From faith and friendship to food addiction and social media backlash, Ray opens up about what...

In this riveting episode, attorney and health advocate Chris Brandlin shares his extraordinary transformation—from a powerlifting law student to a gut-compromised patient navigating medical trauma, Lyme disease, and the failures of conventional healthcare. After a devastating surgery and years of misdiagnosis, Chris found healing through the carnivore diet, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and a radical shift in mindset.

Now pursuing a PhD in public policy and running for Congress, Chris exposes the systemic flaws in medical education, pharmaceutical influence, and public health policy. He calls for a revolution—one rooted in regenerative farming, grassroots advocacy, and metabolic trut...

In this deeply moving episode, Diane Ladd—a mental health therapist, mother, and fierce truth-seeker—shares her extraordinary transformation after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and enduring a cascade of debilitating symptoms. From slurred speech and brain fog to near immobility, Diane faced a medical system that offered little hope. But her story didn’t end there.

Guided by faith and desperation, Diane turned to the carnivore diet—and everything changed. Within weeks, her symptoms began to vanish. Fatigue lifted. Brain fog cleared. Her doctor was stunned. And Diane found herself not just surviving, but thriving...

In this riveting episode, Dr. Nelson Vazquez shares his extraordinary journey from a 325-pound diabetic on seven medications and 300 units of insulin a day—to a vibrant, medication-free advocate for carnivore nutrition and metabolic healing. After surviving a stroke and facing macular edema, Dr. Vazquez turned to ancestral eating, eliminating plant toxins and ultra-processed foods to reclaim his health and vitality.

He and Dr. Kiltz dive deep into the failures of modern medicine, the dangers of dietary dogma, and the spiritual and emotional clarity that comes with radical lifestyle change. With humor, humility, and decades of clinical in...

In this soul-stirring episode, Pastors Jimmy and Annette Pruitt join Dr. Robert Kiltz to explore the intersection of faith, food, and radical healing. From chronic illness and emotional fatigue to vibrant health and spiritual renewal, the Pruitts share their 600+ day carnivore journey and how it transformed their bodies, minds, and ministry.

With humor, humility, and deep theological insight, they unpack the challenges of leading a multigenerational church while navigating grief, burnout, and the Standard American Diet. Their message is clear: healing is possible—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—when we align our lives with truth, simplicity, and divine purp...

In this no-holds-barred episode, Dr. Ken Berry—family physician, YouTube educator, and author—joins Dr. Robert Kiltz to dismantle decades of dietary dogma and expose the failures of mainstream medicine. From his own transformation as a nearly 300-pound, pre-diabetic doctor to becoming a global advocate for the carnivore lifestyle, Dr. Berry shares how common sense, ancestral wisdom, and real food saved his life—and countless others.

🔥 Topics include:

Why doctors are just “dudes and chicks”—not demigods

The truth about grains, seed oils, and the ADA’s failed advice

Reversing type 2 diabetes, heartbu...

In this raw and transformative episode, Jenny Mitich sits down with Dr. Robert Kiltz to share her powerful journey from heroin addiction and anxiety to radical healing through carnivore nutrition, mindset rewiring, and spiritual awakening. With two and a half years of carnivore under her belt, Jenny opens up about the emotional, biochemical, and cultural shifts that helped her break free from medication, brain fog, and self-doubt.

🔥 Topics include:

How carnivore cleared anxiety, depression, and the need for Xanax

The truth about plant toxins, inflammation, and “healthy” foods

Addiction recovery through nutriti...

In this deeply insightful episode, Dr. Heather Stone—one of the world’s leading functional medicine practitioners—joins Dr. Robert Kiltz to expose the hidden epidemic of thyroid dysfunction and autoimmunity affecting millions of women. Drawing from her own personal health journey and over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Stone shares how she’s helped thousands overcome hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s through root-cause healing, regenerative nutrition, and lifestyle transformation.

💥 Highlights include:

The real cause of low thyroid: autoimmunity, not aging

Why most women are misdiagnosed—or dismissed entirely

The shocking truth about kids’ men...

In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Ford Brewer—renowned preventive medicine specialist and founder of the Brewer Clinic—joins Dr. Robert Kiltz to unpack the silent epidemic of metabolic disease and why most Americans are unknowingly living with it. From his early disillusionment with traditional medicine to his mission to empower patients through education, Dr. Brewer shares decades of insight on how lifestyle—not prescriptions—is the real cure.

💡 Topics covered:

Why 90% of adults have metabolic dysfunction—and only 10% know it

The myth of “healthy” cereals and the blood sugar rollercoaster

Fasting strategies: inter...

In this raw and powerful episode, retired police officer Eric Reynolds—aka Keto Five-O—shares his extraordinary journey from line-of-duty trauma, addiction, and chronic illness to radical healing through the carnivore lifestyle. After surviving a shooting, battling PTSD, and facing a terrifying heart disease diagnosis, Eric turned to keto and carnivore nutrition, shedding 80 pounds and reclaiming his physical and mental health.

He opens up about quitting alcohol, detoxing from heavy metals and mold, and the emotional toll of police work. Now a certified nutritionist and founder of the nonprofit Cops & Campers, Eric is on a mission to help...

In this unforgettable episode, Coach Lisa Pickart and her husband Ken share their extraordinary story of survival, love, and radical healing. After Ken was given just 90 days to live due to advanced liver cirrhosis, Lisa refused to accept the prognosis. What followed was a whirlwind of divine intervention, nutritional experimentation, and a complete lifestyle transformation rooted in the carnivore diet.

From emotional trauma and obesity to seizures, autoimmune disease, and spiritual awakening, Lisa and Ken reveal how they rebuilt their lives—physically, emotionally, and relationally. Their story is a testament to the power of faith, food, and fi...