Secret diets across the world with Forrest Galante

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Paul Saladino1h 21m · 2023-03-07

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Well SupportedHardened Soil's Histamine Immune supplement may help with allergies by addressing desiccated organs and DAO.Partially SupportedConsuming more saturated fat and less polyunsaturated fat can increase LDL cholesterol by 15-20%.Well SupportedHunter-gatherer societies, when given a choice, prefer to eat meat and organs over tubers and vegetables.Well SupportedAfter three months on a carnivore diet, Paul Saladino feels stronger, with no significant change in body composition (maintaining 165-170 lbs and low body fat).Not Supported

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The common perception that people in prehistory lived to only 30 is a misconception.

Well SupportedThymus extract may improve immune function due to thymosin and other thymic factors.

Partially SupportedPrior to 1911, all dietary fat consumed in the US was animal-derived, with seed oils introduced around that time.

Partially SupportedThe lipid hypothesis, which posits that LDL cholesterol is directly injurious to the endothelium, is complex.

Not SupportedConsuming a diet predominantly of curried potatoes, naan, and other plant-based items for six weeks caused bloating and unwellness.

Not SupportedRed dye 40 has been shown to cause irritable bowel syndrome in animal models.

Partially SupportedThe lifestyle of Zimbabwean farmers contributes to a lack of obesity despite a high intake of meat and animal fats.

Partially SupportedPopulations consuming traditional diets and lifestyles, such as in rural Africa or indigenous villages, are characterized by leanness and lack of obesity.

Partially SupportedA transition from a traditional diet to one high in fry bread cooked in seed oils and low in animal fats led to massive obesity and severe disease in the Pima Indians.

Partially SupportedIncreased saturated fat intake and decreased polyunsaturated fat intake may lead to lower levels of oxidized LDL and Lp(a).

Partially SupportedA diet of meat and fruit can make some individuals feel great without supplements.

Partially SupportedThe quality of foods consumed and avoided is paramount to overall human health.

Partially SupportedIndigenous populations in Papua New Guinea and Zimbabwe do not experience common Western illnesses such as obesity, hemorrhoids, eczema, asthma, or allergies.

Partially SupportedThe narrative that red meat is harmful and vegetables are beneficial has been a recent development, potentially a reversal of historical perspectives.

Partially SupportedThe Heart & Soil Histamine and Immune supplement cleared a two-year-old's allergies and congestion within two days.

Partially SupportedSea snake venom contains a protein that inhibits cellular receptors, leading to organ shutdown, asphyxiation, and cardiac arrest.

Partially SupportedThe human biome is best suited for nutrient-dense foods like meat rather than fruits and vegetables.

Partially SupportedFood additives like red dye number 40, yellow dyes, carrageenan, and gums may be detrimental to health.

Partially SupportedFood additives like talc, silica, or titanium dioxide in supplements can trigger adverse reactions or nagging injuries in sensitive individuals.

Partially SupportedProcessing of corn with additives and preservatives differentiates modern Western corn products from traditional cornmeal.

Partially SupportedThe Minnesota Coronary Study found that individuals consuming seed oils had lower LDL but higher cardiovascular disease mortality and morbidity compared to those consuming saturated fat.

Partially SupportedA diet of meat (fish) and fruits can lead to weight loss.

Partially SupportedOxidized LDL and Lp(a) are better predictors of cardiovascular disease than total LDL.

Not SupportedForrest Galante experienced regular stomach upset (at least twice a week) when consuming vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and salads.

Partially SupportedReducing intake of cruciferous vegetables and leafy greens improved Forrest Galante's digestive system.

Partially SupportedConsuming massive amounts of animal fat without sufficient lean protein may lead to feeling unwell.

Partially SupportedThe primary protein source for the interviewed tribe is fish, including piranha, catfish, peacock bass, and arapaima.

Partially SupportedEating a more strictly carnivorous diet, including liver and organ meats, leads to reduced hunger.

Partially SupportedExposure to natural elements, such as sun, wind, and temperature fluctuations, as part of an expeditionary lifestyle, contributes to improved health and can lead to rapid weight loss.

Partially SupportedPersonal sensitivities to foods, such as cruciferous vegetables, can take years to identify and may lead to feeling unwell when consumed in high amounts.

Partially SupportedExcessive consumption of any substance, including broccoli, animal fat, or cigarettes, can be detrimental to health.

Partially SupportedFor individuals experiencing gas, bloating, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel syndrome, fatigue, or joint pain, vegetables may not be beneficial or may be poorly tolerated.

Partially SupportedForrest Galante's team will collect sea snakes, milk their venom, and take tissue samples from sharks to study venom's effects on shark cells.

Partially SupportedIndigenous cultures worldwide that do not consume processed foods appear to enjoy good health and live long lives with vitality.

Partially SupportedThe speaker identified personal food sensitivities through trial and error rather than solely relying on blood tests.

Partially SupportedThe diet of a tribe in Papua New Guinea included fermented coconut and fruit porridge, plantains, salted fish, dried fish, fresh fish, and crocodile meat.

Partially SupportedChanging diet to exclude processed foods can lead to rapid weight loss and improved health.

Partially SupportedIndigenous populations like the Hadza do not restrict animal fat intake due to LDL cholesterol concerns.

Partially SupportedA diet exclusively of animal fat without physical activity, lean protein, or organ/muscle tissue could be unhealthy.

Partially SupportedWestern school lunches in the early 90s were often high in sugar and fried food.

Partially SupportedThe interviewed tribe consumes fish, plantains, and papaya, and does not consume grain or vegetable crops.

Partially SupportedTri-tip meat does not cause adverse effects, while a salad containing kale and other ingredients can lead to feeling unwell.

Partially SupportedSeed oils are suspected to be a major player in human health issues.

Partially SupportedMany indigenous cultures worldwide do not consume processed foods and seem to have low rates of chronic disease.

Partially SupportedA doctor is unlikely to suggest reducing vegetable intake as a solution for loose stools or diarrhea.

Partially SupportedThe Papua New Guinea tribe's health is attributed to being outdoors, exercising daily for survival, not eating high-fat foods, avoiding grains, and not consuming refined sugars.

Partially SupportedEating sustainably sourced, grass-fed, pasture-raised red meat can be ecologically friendly and sustainable.

Partially SupportedIndigenous people in Colombia consumed a diet primarily consisting of meat (fish) and fruits, with minimal vegetables.

Partially SupportedHunter-gatherer societies are healthy because they burn off calories through physical activity, consume no additives or preservatives, and are not limited by food availability.

Partially SupportedHumans can be healthy eating vegetables and cornmeal, especially when consumed in limited, seasonal capacities as a substitute for more nutrient-dense foods when unavailable.

Partially SupportedThe speaker experienced severe vomiting for a night after participating in a shamanic ritual involving powders from a snail shell, monkey bone, and beeswax.

Partially SupportedSome individuals can thrive on a diet high in vegetables without experiencing negative digestive or physical symptoms.

Partially SupportedDietary processing and tolerance can vary significantly between individuals based on lineage and genetics.

Partially SupportedA well-formed bowel movement is preferable to loose or runny stools.

Not SupportedIntroducing refined sugar to naive populations can cause harm.

Not SupportedConsuming industrially produced beef from fast-food chains is a poor health choice.

Not SupportedPaul Saladino experienced significant diarrhea and gas during a seven-month raw vegan diet.

Partially SupportedKefir and pan-seared liver with honey are being introduced into a child's diet to support microbiome healing after antibiotic regimens.

Not SupportedObesity is not 50-85% genetic and unavoidable.

Not SupportedEating more vegetables solely to improve gut flora diversity and achieve solid stools can be a misconception if it leads to negative digestive symptoms.

Partially SupportedForrest Galante has strictly limited intake of pasta, salads, and roasted vegetables for the past three years, primarily consuming fruit and meat.

Partially SupportedThe American Heart Association's stance on cholesterol may be influenced by financial interests.

Partially SupportedA diet free of food additives and dyes, such as a carnivore or animal-based diet (meat, or meat with fruit, honey, and organs), may resolve various health issues.

Partially SupportedIt is possible to make good dietary choices for both health and the environment on carnivore or vegetarian diets.

Partially SupportedIndigenous cultures, including some who consume grains, can enjoy good health.

Not SupportedHaving loose and runny bowel movements is undesirable.

Partially SupportedExperiencing stomach pain, bloating, and gas throughout the day is unpleasant.