CarnivoreMDs Thoughts on Coronavirus. 5/3/20 Update on Kyle Kingsbury's Podcast

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Paul Saladino1h 24m · 2020-05-05

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Well SupportedThe conversion of ALA to EPA and DHA is inefficient, especially in post-menopausal women and individuals with certain gene polymorphisms.Well SupportedOrgan meats are crucial for filling nutritional gaps not met by muscle meat or plants and are historically treasured for their nutrient density.Well SupportedNose-to-tail nutrition, particularly desiccated organ supplements, is critical for reintroducing nutrients missing from modern diets.Well SupportedPaul Saladino has been over 90% carnivore, including organ meats daily, since a hunting trip.Well Supported

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It is extremely difficult to obtain all necessary nutrients for optimal health without consuming animal foods.

Well SupportedVitamin D levels above 30 ng/mL were protective against viral infections.

Well SupportedOn the USS Theodore Roosevelt, 20% of 5,000 sailors tested positive for coronavirus, and 40% of those were symptomatic.

Partially SupportedThe case fatality rate for coronavirus on the USS Theodore Roosevelt was approximately 0.17%.

Partially SupportedPaul Saladino is currently sub 8% body fat by eating to fullness without intense weight training.

Partially SupportedVitamin A is predominantly found in animal foods in its most bioavailable form, and subclinical vitamin A deficiency is likely widespread due to low consumption of organ meats and inefficient conversion of beta-carotene.

Partially SupportedMany nutrients essential for longevity, skin health, and bone health are found exclusively in animal foods and are more bioavailable from these sources.

Partially SupportedTransitioning to a vegan diet may show initial positive results by eliminating processed foods.

Partially SupportedThe majority of people infected with coronavirus will experience a mild syndrome and may not require medical care.

Partially SupportedConsumption of some animal-source foods is necessary for the growth and cognitive development of children and infants.

Partially SupportedInsulin resistance is a contributing factor to immunocompromise and severe pneumonia complications.

Partially SupportedCasual exposure to a small inoculum of a virus may stimulate antibody generation.

Partially SupportedThe asymptomatic rate of SARS-CoV-2 infection is high.

Not SupportedVentilators were not highly effective for coronavirus patients, and many patients placed on ventilators did not recover.

Partially SupportedPoor results on a carnivore or animal-based diet may be due to excessive protein intake and insufficient fat consumption.

Well SupportedFocusing on micronutrients is crucial for well-being.

Not SupportedEpidemiological data suggesting animal foods are bad for health is often misleading.

Partially SupportedAnimal-based foods provide essential nutrients like preformed vitamin A and DHA/EPA, which are difficult to obtain from plant sources.

Partially SupportedAchieving health goals requires incorporating a personalized dietary structure that works for the individual, rather than adhering strictly to a single approach.

Partially SupportedPodcasting and face-to-face conversations without distractions can help alleviate shortened attention spans.

Partially SupportedIncreased vascularity is not a direct measure of overall health.

Partially SupportedA carnivore diet without supplemental vitamin C allowed a significant hand injury to heal properly without infection.

Partially SupportedUnderstanding how to maintain one's own body is a fundamental aspect of living, analogous to knowing how to fix one's car.

Partially SupportedHumans are tribal and tend to lose social cohesiveness in groups larger than approximately 150 individuals.

Partially SupportedMany people form dietary opinions based on information read elsewhere, not primary literature.

Partially SupportedObesity, diabetes, and chronic disease rates are higher in the US compared to countries like Iceland.

Partially SupportedIf a carnivore, animal-based, or carnivore-ish diet does not yield good results, one should try something else or research further.

Partially SupportedApproximately 80% of individuals placed on ventilators for COVID-19 die.

Partially SupportedIt is undeniable that people are dying of coronavirus, and there is suffering involved.

Partially SupportedCOVID-19 may not behave like typical pneumonia, and ventilators might be harming lung tissue and impairing oxygen perfusion.

Partially SupportedThe asymptomatic rate of a virus may be higher in healthier populations due to better immune function or lower susceptibility.

Partially SupportedAvoiding viruses may have prevented the development of natural immunity, potentially leading to future backlash.

Partially SupportedThe primary purpose of gloves is to prevent hand contamination of food or surfaces, not to prevent viral transmission through skin.

Partially SupportedRemdesivir and hydroxychloroquine trials did not support their efficacy for coronavirus.

Partially SupportedInformation about health is often obtained from a few select health websites rather than primary literature.

Partially SupportedBandanas can block sand particles but are too porous to block particles as small as viruses.

Partially SupportedSunlight exposure is beneficial and should not be avoided due to fear of coronavirus.

Partially SupportedHandwashing is an effective alternative to gloves for preventing viral transmission.

Partially SupportedExposure to a low viral load is better than exposure to a high viral load.

Partially SupportedChronic diseases linked to diet are slow, silent killers.

Partially SupportedFactors like population health, outdoor activity, consumption of animal foods, and reduced processed foods may contribute to better epidemiological outcomes in countries like Iceland.

Partially SupportedQuarantining humans and preventing normal activities can lead to unhealthy behaviors, such as increased consumption of alcohol and processed foods.

Partially SupportedAttention spans have shortened, with scientific backing for this trend.

Partially SupportedHealth programming occurs from the third trimester of pregnancy until age seven, influencing who individuals turn to when sick.

Partially SupportedPaul Saladino attended medical school to gain control over his own health and avoid outsourcing it to others.

Partially SupportedGoogle search results for health information may be limited to only three major health sites.

Partially SupportedDiabetes, insulin resistance, and nutrient-poor diets are risk factors for severe COVID-19.

Not SupportedComorbidities like diabetes and insulin resistance significantly increase the risk (8-10x) of severe COVID-19.

Not SupportedLong-term adherence to a plant-based diet can lead to nutrient deficiencies and problems with glucose control.

Partially SupportedNutrient deficiencies in vitamins A, C, D, E, K, thiamine, riboflavin, B6, B12, folate, magnesium, manganese, zinc, and copper may contribute to severe outcomes in coronavirus cases.

Partially SupportedThe Diamond Princess cruise ship had a higher average age and potentially lower metabolic health than the general population.

Partially SupportedVariolation, using a small dose of disease, was historically used to reduce mortality compared to full infection.

Partially SupportedCruise ships may be more conducive to virus spread than environments like Whole Foods due to shared ventilation and high foot traffic.

Partially SupportedOn the Diamond Princess, 20% of individuals tested positive for coronavirus via RT-PCR, and 60% of those positive cases were asymptomatic.

Partially SupportedSupplemental oxygen might have been a more effective intervention for coronavirus patients than ventilators.

Partially SupportedIn Iceland, 85% to 90% of individuals who tested positive for coronavirus were asymptomatic.

Partially SupportedA plant-based diet can serve as a beneficial transition for some individuals and may be an improvement over their previous diet.

Partially SupportedA carnivore diet, including steak and liver, provides all essential nutrients, including those critical for immunity.

Partially SupportedMicronutrients, including vitamins and minerals, play a crucial role in bodily functions.

Partially SupportedAnimal foods offer nutritional benefits, including peptides and proteins.

Not SupportedVentilator therapy for ARDS may be inefficacious if the underlying pathology differs from typical ARDS.

Not SupportedBandanas are ineffective for preventing the spread of small respiratory viruses, as they are too porous and can transfer contaminants from hands to the face.

Not SupportedSurgical masks do not prevent the spread of respiratory viruses because air can enter from the sides.

Partially SupportedEating until full and incorporating sufficient fat, potentially through organ meats, can lead to significant body fat reduction and improved health.

Partially SupportedProper brain development in children requires DHA, and a vegan diet may lead to inadequate development without supplementation.