Carnivore vs. Vegan Keto: Can Both Work?
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Dr. Bret Scher discusses the viability of carnivore and vegan ketogenic diets with registered dietitian Denise Potter.
Can carnivore and vegan diets both be used as ketogenic therapies? In this episode of Metabolic Mind, Dr. Bret Scher speaks with registered dietitian Denise Potter about two widely debated approaches to nutrition. They explore how each can be evaluated when someone is considering a ketogenic diet to support psychiatric, neurological, or metabolic health. Denise brings more than 30 years of clinical experience, including approximately 20 years working with medical ketogenic therapies. She explains the importance of risk-benefit analysis, how clinicians can assess potential nutrient gaps, and how lab testing, supplementation when indicated, and individualized support may help identify and manage potential risks. They cover: The difference between a carnivore diet and a carnivore ketogenic diet Why some people report mental and physical health improvements with carnivore ketogenic approaches Common questions about vitamin C, iodine, electrolytes, fiber, calcium, omega-3s, and LDL Why bowel habits and the microbiome require clinical context How a vegan ketogenic diet can be formulated, including Denise’s recommendation to pay close attention to B12 supplementation Protein quality…
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