🔴The Truth about Cholesterol and Heart Disease - Dr Anthony Chaffee MD 

🎯 Key points for quick navigation: 00:01:02 *🔄 The debate question: Dr. Anthony Chaffee explains that the debate was about whether our approach to cholesterol and heart disease needs to be rethought.* 00:01:46 *📜 Historical context: The 1977 USDA recommendations to eat less fat and cholesterol were based on studies funded by the sugar industry, not on sound science.* 00:02:01 *🚫 False premise: The belief that cholesterol is a marker or cause of heart disease is based on fraudulent research, making the entire premise incorrect.* 00:03:12 *🧾 Lack of evidence: Dr. Chaffee asserts that there is no high-level evidence showing a correlation between cholesterol and heart disease.* 00:03:41 *💸 Industry manipulation: The sugar industry paid Harvard professors to falsify data, making it seem like cholesterol was the cause of heart disease.* 00:05:16 *📊 Diet changes backfired: After the 1977 recommendations, heart disease rates tripled in the U.S., contradicting the idea that reducing cholesterol and fat improves heart health.* 00:07:07 *🧪 Framingham study misrepresentation: The American Heart Association misrepresented the results of a major study, falsely claiming that lower cholesterol reduces heart disease risk.* 00:09:00 *❌ Contradictory findings: Studies show that half of people with heart attacks had low LDL cholesterol, challenging the idea that lowering cholesterol reduces heart disease risk.* 00:10:06 *🛡️ Cholesterol as protective: Evidence suggests that higher cholesterol may actually be protective, reducing rates of infection and cancer.* 00:13:19 *⚖️ Impact of sugar and carbs: High blood sugar and fructose, rather than cholesterol, are the main drivers of heart disease due to their role in inflammation.* 00:15:10 *🧬 Polyunsaturated fats problem: Replacing saturated fats with polyunsaturated fats may reduce cholesterol but increases heart disease risk.* 00:18:11 *📉 Study findings: Large studies post-2015 have shown no correlation or an inverse correlation between LDL cholesterol and heart disease.* 00:21:24 *🧪 Statin limitations: Long-term use of statins, intended to reduce cholesterol, only extends life expectancy by a few days, questioning their overall benefit.* 00:23:24 *💔 Omega-3s and heart health: Higher Omega-3 levels significantly reduce the risk of cardiac events and death, showing the importance of maintaining the right balance of fatty acids.* 00:24:06 *⚠️ Risks of replacing saturated fats: Replacing saturated fats with linoleic acid may reduce cholesterol but increases the risk of cardiac death.* 00:24:33 *🧠 Saturated fats protective: A 2020 meta-analysis found that saturated fats are not a cardiovascular risk and may even protect against stroke.* 00:25:42 *🚫 Statin inefficacy in the elderly: A study of 60,000 people over 65 found that statins provided little to no benefit and might even be harmful.* 00:26:09 *🩹 Statin side effects: Statins can cause muscle aches and potentially harm heart muscles due to the depletion of CoQ10, a vital nutrient for energy metabolism.* 00:27:07 *🔍 No LDL-heart disease link: A large literature review showed no or inverse association between LDL cholesterol and all-cause or cardiovascular mortality.* 00:28:29 *❌ Cholesterol hypothesis failure: The cholesterol hypothesis fails to meet the Bradford Hill criteria for causation, relying on misleading statistics and cherry-picked data.* 00:29:11 *🔄 Reconsidering cholesterol: Dr. Chaffee argues that cholesterol was never the real issue and that the focus should shift to reducing sugar and carbohydrates.* 00:30:55 *📈 Sugar's role in heart disease: The significant increase in heart disease over the past 40 years is linked to increased sugar and carbohydrate consumption.* 00:31:49 *🍽️ Species-appropriate diet: Dr. Chaffee emphasizes that a diet free of carbohydrates, sugar, and alcohol naturally leads to healthy cholesterol levels.* Made with HARPA AI

Been carnivore for a year. Recent lipid panel showed total cholesterol of 288, HDL 62, triglycerides 52. Dr said I was a candidate for a statin, I told her I’m a candidate for a new dr. 😂

My daughter is a RN and thinks I and my wife have lost our minds. Yet we've both lost over 60lbs each. We've been low carb since Sept 2019. We can't get anyone in our family to even watch any video we share. It's so sad to see how brainwashed people are to believe the lies doctors have been telling for years. Most doctors don't even know the truth about low carb and saturated fats. We have been migrating to carnivore more and more and feeling the positive effects. Thank you Dr. Chaffee. Keep up the great work you are doing!

I'm a physician who treats diabetic and amputates limbs. I was an exercise addict and ate low fat fruits vegies all life. I became diabetic 15 years ago and I was an individual that should not have any illness. I decided to try keto. My labs all normalized and any trace of diabetes gone. I've been recommending this to patients for at least 10 years. Ive always checked labs and they always normalize. I'm 61 with normal labs. That statement out weighs any lab or research study on the planet.

Those "people" that lied and paid the professors to release that fake information should be tried for crimes against humanity. They ruined so many lives.

My doctor is very annoyed with me for going carnivore and refusing to try statins ever again! I tried 3 brands at his behest before I found the keto/ketovore/now nearly zero carb way 18 months ago. And since then I've gotten off my diabetic meds, halved my blood pressure meds, am fixing the fatty liver and the insulin resistance, and working to reverse damage to muscles, joints, and connective tissues. I'm 71 now, and perhaps I will make it to 120 after all! Love your videos, Dr. Chaffee!

Cholesterol is not the enemy, sugar is the true enemy. Thanks for this eyeopening video, Dr.!

My son got a vaccine injury and can’t walk. I’ve started the carnivore diet in him and I already see a slight change in his behavior. Thank you. I think he’ll recover. God first !

"The problem is they did listen to doctors and stopped eating meat and fat." 😆😆 While I'm listening to a doctor!🤣 I gave up on doctors and the medical system a long time ago. Doctors like you, Dr. Ken Berry, Dr. Shawn Baker have restored my faith, atleast in y'all. 😉

My dad lived until he was 93 he ate full fat foods all his life and swore by cooking using only beef dripping. He ate red meat almost every day. My mother is still alive and she too is 93 and has always eaten meat butter and high fats, both of them always kept their weight normal. I remember my dad telling me years ago to ditch all the so called healthy low fat foods and that’s what I did.

I'm a disabled type2 diabetic in my 60's with a weight problem. I had given up the 'white stuff' (pizza, pasta, rice, bread, potatoes) years ago. Yet my diabetes and weight got progressively worse. Beginning of 2022 I started ketogenic diet. Didn't lose much weight so I went ketovore & stopped most vegetables and fruit. Have lost over 70lbs & no longer take insulin. I did not take statins because of the terrible muscle pain they caused. Most recent labs were all improved. My dr said 'you are healing yourself' PS I did not ask my dr's permission to start my ketovore way of eating, I just did it.

After listening to this I strictly started the carnivore diet. Currently, I am one week into it today. I have already noticed that I am no longer bloating, and I have leaned up. I have lost 8 lbs already. I have become more energetic, I have way less pain (inflammation), and I am just not as hungry, I tend to stay more satisfied longer. I will throw out there something that I am assuming everyone who starts this diet should be aware of...withdrawals! The worst I have ever experienced. I already knew sugar was bad but dang! For about 5 days I had the worst withdrawals from sugars! I made it through however, it was no picnic. You can't believe how addictive that stuff is until you stop ingesting it. Stunning really. Thanks for all of your time, knowledge, efforts, and facts! Keep up the great work Doc!

This kind of information makes me so angry! My life could’ve been better if I had known this long ago! My father was a doctor and my mother was a nurse. Have 6 brothers and four sisters and most are in the medical profession. Surgeons and nurses! I have been sick for so long! Thank you Dr. Chaffee! I am on a proper human diet now and trying to fix myself, it’s working slowly, but it’s working!

I’ve been doing Carnivore for two months after stalling out on keto. I was finding I was still having blood sugar issues on keto. After two months the change is noticeable! I’m not doing this for weight, but I have noticed I’m developing a six pack, and as a mom of two, I’m loving it! They just tell you that’s not possible because you’re a woman! Well, I don’t have a gym membership and I’m still seeing it. I’m sure that’s all the protein. My bones feel stronger, my colon is fine (even better than I anticipated), I’ve gained muscle but lost weight, I sleep better, my moods are more stable... I am working on a naturopathic doctoral degree and now I want my focus to be the Carnivore Diet. I think everyone should try it for 30 days. I will not go back!

I needed to hear this! My mother died at the age of 53- 28 years ago. My whole family blamed her cholesterol & is convinced she had a heart attack. I know her triglycerides were thru the roof as she ate crap & was a huge yo-yo dieter. I have 3 sisters that are all over weight & are on some medication. I'm the only one that is not on a medication, stays active & tries to eat healthy. I stared Carnivore in October & at Thanksgiving they all threw a fit as I was only eating turkey & ham. I have always had plenty of energy & I lift weights 4 times a week but they want to see my bloodwork when it's been 6 months as they all wonder if I will die before then. UGH!!!! This video just re-enforces me on this journey but if I die before one of them- even via car accident- I'm going to be pissed!!! LOL LOL ❤ your videos!!!!

I am from Australia and my GP told me I had dangerously high cholesterol scores and it was crucial for me to be on statins. Being aware of the side effects, I told her I would think about it. As far as she is concerned 3 years later I am still thinking as I have not been back to her and have no intention of doing so.

My mother always told me that fat burns fat, I did not belive her at the time but now I know better. Greetings from Sweden.

Spent the last 8 years researching heart disease and cholesterol as clinical lead for a chronic disease company (RediCare Control) and this is - by far - the best 30 minute summary of cholesterols role (lack thereof) in heart disease. Superb job man. Love to have you on our podcast some time. Keep up the great work Anthony.

I've been keto / carnivore for nearly a decade. I've just recently switched to strict carnivore. I had some issues happening so I got some blood work done on my own, everything perfect, except my cholesterol. My cholesterol has been in the 250s-380s for a long time as well with an LDLc HDL ratio always in the 8-12 range. People always told me my heart was going to "explode" if I didn't lower my cholesterol. I set up an appointment to get a coronary calcium score. The doctor almost refused and immediately wanted to put me on statins. I asked why would I need to be on statins to lower my cholesterol if the high cholesterol wasn't causing any damage? He said that doesn't happen and I needed the statins. I insisted that since my cholesterol has been high for a long time, I needed to know how much blockage there was before getting on statins. I had a hunch it was low. So he orders the CT and I go get it done. I understand I'm an N=1 and this is anecdotal, but my calcium score was zero in every area. I have zero blockage or build up. There's not even begun to be any blockage or build up. I'm in the top 5% of men my age (45) meaning 95% of men my age have a higher calcium score > more blockage.

These mini-lectures that you do are among the most educational and valuable things on RU-vid. Thank you and please keep doing them!

After watching your videos I've started the zero carb, full carnivore diet. I've had some ongoing problems with health but my main reason is that my gran grandmother and her daughter and her daughter (which was my mother) all had and died from breast cancer and whole my life I'm trying to exercise and eat healthy. So the problem with my health started with the job that I currently work (which is highly physically heavy and demanding) where my colleges constantly was trying to convince me that eating a lot of meat is bad for me, even though i was raised eating a lot of meat and was always very lean and strong as child, but now living with my husband and being long hours with my colleagues stared to eat less and less protein thinking that "maybe" is not that good and I gained 33 pounds in few years and a lot of health issues. Now only one month in carnivore I drop down 17.6 pounds and feeling almost back to my old self. Thank you for sharing the knowledge! 🙏🏻

I am a pathologist and agree with you 100%

I have had ‘elevated’ cholesterol for 27 years, initially put on statins, i refused to take them and instead focused on regular exercise in the gym including cardio and weight training. My cholesterol levels never came down and continued to hover around 220 with elevated LDL in every test i did after. About 5 years ago, i got a cardiac CT with contrast. It said i have 0% stenosis i.e., no blockages in any of my arteries. Had i taken statins for 22 years, i am sure i would have been in a hospital with multi-organ failure.

I went vegetarian for 7 years because I had high cholesterol and the doctor wanted to put me on statins. After a year or so my cholesterol went down to the normal range I was so happy thought yes, I did it. I carried on with vegetarian diet and about 6 years later I started feeling tired all the time, I was hungry all the time, joint pains, gaining weight around my waste. I thought something wasn't right so I got blood test done and turned out I was pre-diabetic 1% from diabetic. I started carnivore diet and 5 months later I reversed insulin resistance and my hbA1c is well below pre diabetic range. I'm feeling like a super human all my joint pain have gone. I'm just hoping it will not turn out to be a bad choice later down the line

I went to see my cardiologist yesterday and got a blood test and he said my TOT CHOL and LDL were higher than Sept's blood test after I started a carnivore diet in January and he wants to put me on statin. My TOT CHOL IN SEPT WAS 215 VS. FEB'S 233; MY LDL WERE 166 VS. FEB'S 184., HDL = 44., TRIG = 91 My doctor said there are tons of studies that statins are good for you. I told him I rather not take it because I saw what statin did to my mother.

I’ve heard this cholesterol message so often now but it never fails to amaze me that doctors are still pushing statins on so many people. I was put on statins 4 years ago but couldn’t tolerate them so came off them after 6 months, despite my GP trying to put me on another type. Now with all I’ve learnt from Dr Aseem Malhotra (consultant cardiologist in UK) & others, I would never go near them again & as I’m now 64 I know that higher LDL is actually protective. I no longer eat “low fat” anything, have massively reduced processed food, never touch seed oils, do intermittent fasting and have dropped over a stone, so am no longer overweight. Big Food & Big Pharma aren’t interested in healthy populations as there’s no money in good health but something needs to change as healthcare systems around the world are buckling under the strain of largely preventable diseases.

Thank you for taking the time and energy to share your research and medical opinion, Dr. Chaffee. Great information! My cholesterol is the only item my doctor is “concerned” about. I have not been concerned and this video only strengthens my opinion. My doc was blown away (in a good way) by all of my other levels, despite me being meat-based Ketovore. 😉 I know deep down, getting back to Carnivore is the only way to feel and be my best. Damn food nostalgia. I will get back to it. 💪🏼 Thanks again. You are helping so many people.

It's a relief. My cholesterol is always very high; my doctor keeps warning me about its dangerous for not taking his prescribed statin medication. Thank you very much.

Emergency injury/ trauma treatment is the only field of medicine I would trust anymore. The GP’s can rack off. I never go, ever.

Dr. Chaffee I have been enjoying your videos so much. I have been doing carnivore since October 2021. I no longer need thyroid medication and labs are really good. Less brain fog but still have some healing to do there. Insulin resistance greatly improved but still have some healing to do there. I have lost 45 lb so far with ease. I am in my 50s, post menopausal, and thyroid issues so I'm really impressed with my metabolic improvements and the weight loss not being difficult. Reactive hypoglycemia has gone away. Rosacea has improved a lot. Hair doesn't fall out a lot anymore. I can't tell you how much I appreciate what you shared in some of your other videos about herbs and spices causing depression. I've had severe depression my entire life even as a child and I've had significant improvements there too. I am not completely healed but am experiencing a lot of improvements in my mental health and physical health. After reaching a point of hopelessness I am finally hopeful. I am working on getting ride of that last 5 % to heal the rest of the way and feel amazing instead of just better. Thank you thank you thank you so much for what you are doing. Look forward to your videos. Praying for God's protection over you and the good work you are doing here to help us all have better health 🙏

I am on carnivore. My blood work shows : Total cholesterol: 392. Triglycerides :39. HDL :88 My doctor said it's a dangerous condition, but I believe it's a good numbers.

Yep that's what I did, I listened to the government, I was thin 33 years ago, and began a low fat high carb diet, I went from 145 to 209. Last year I started eating high fat low carb, no sugar diet, and I have lost 60 pounds without adding exercise.

Power point presentation with references would be incredibly helpful when discussing those facts with our colleagues. I am a MD and this info should be shared!

I believe you Last year, my doctor said my A1C was 7.5 - I have T2D, fatty liver & gallstones. I don’t understand how since my diet was textbook healthy. I was prescribed Metformin but I refused. I went Carnivore & my A1C went 5.3 in 4 months, then 5.4 again 3 months after that. Then doctor said cholesterol too high (but triglycerides, etc were perfect), MUST take statin immediately and stop eating meat and add good carbs. I tried the advice (except the meds) and in a few weeks, my blood glucose went to pre diabetic range again. Seems to me, high cholesterol isn’t bad as they say. I’m going back to Carnivore.

Excellent information! I am 70 years old and my blood test came back perfect except my cholesterol is high. I eat fish and eggs, haven't eaten meat since I was 17 years old. I don't smoke, I don't drink, I don't eat sugar or complex carbohydrates. I am a holistic nutritionist so I am very careful with my diet. I have always been into some kind of fitness and now I do at least five yoga classes a week with some strengthening exercises. Everything in my blood test came back excellent yet my Doctor wants to speak to me because my cholesterol is quite high. I feel in my heart to just not concern myself with this number. Thanks so much for your excellent video and information.

Brilliant review Dr Chaffee! Thank you for quoting the endless studies proving the theory that cholesterol is protective and needed for a proper functioning body. ☺️

Hi Dr Chaffe i can't even begin to tell you how much i appreciate your work and being brave enough to dispel everything we were taught was true and factual. Youre making a huge difference in people's lives and i think you should be nominated for an award because what you do is really life changing. I have increased my red meat consumption a great deal though not fully carnivore i have focused on red meat cut out chicken. I eat seafood too. My recent blood work shows my ferritin to be 27 ug/l (39 yr old female) my cholesterol total was 5.65 mmol/ L (HDL 2.28 LDL 3.07) Doctor said my ferritin is within normal range but cholesterol is too high from too much fat (which i increased per your advice and actually starting to eat the fat from my steaks)and i need to exercise more. He also suggested i take this millet flour for all its nutritional benefits as an alternative to medication. My alkaline phosphatase was 29 U/L which the test shows was below the normal range. My blood pressure is usually low too recently 105/69 85 BPM. I do feel fatigued and low energy a lot of time but i also know i can improve diet and exercise. I just wanted to check my blood results with you because i dont trust conventional doctors anymore they really have no knowledge of nutrition. I would appreciate you letting me know if anything appears concerning or can be improved upon. Im really trying here. I cant wait to buy your book!

This was very clear. I can never hear enough of the actual evidence.

I reversed endometriosis, migraines, allergies and excema by being carnivore. Been carnivore for 6 years. I love it. I have so much energy it is hard to burn off.

For people who follow Ken Berry, Paul Mason etc. as I do, not much new stuff, but I was watching the whole video anyway, because you're such a great guy, and honestly speaking I wish I was like you, looks, intelligence, determination etc. 🙂

Respect you, Doc. I've gone carnivore for over 1 year now arthritis gone, psoriasis gone, I could go on, but I just wanted to say thanks. I love you... and all the people you help that have ears that hear. Oh, yeah, high blood pressure is regulated. I'm 50, looking like 30. Bless you brother!

Amazing data thank you so much!! At 68 I was told LDL high and Dr was all worried for me. I’ve been keto for years but cheated occasionally with desserts and ate berries. After watching your wonderful videos I’m not worried at all about LDL levels. I am on carnivore second week and keep watching you daily for more information. Thank you taking the time to document this information. I’m sending it to friends and family and this week three more went on carnivore. Truth is powerful.

I saw a video that said that one of the side affects of statins cause anxiety and depression. It happened to me but never made the connection till I saw that video. I went off the medication for a year and felt great but when I started taking it again my anxiety returned. Have been off for several month and on a keto diet. Was glad to hear you say it.

Fully agree Whos to blame??? Most Doctors not all? My vote is yes Thank you for being Honest

You reiterated that the reason plaque builds up in the arteries is because of the damage in the arterial walls. Something I've been telling my extended family since my dad had heart attack markers diagnosed in 2013. I love how you give us all a history lesson while providing the truth. Thank you very much for all your efforts !!

I developed Crohns in my early 40,s. Went on men's for it, in my mid 50,s, I had very high blood pressure. I then found Keto, lost 40ish pounds. Been mostly Carnivor for 8 months now. No polyps in the past 5 years, no pain from Crohns. All good, EXCEPT my wife will not listen, she is a sugar beast. I think her resistance is because she is thin and sugar did not make her fat. I do wish her the best but I am afraid for her. Great info Dr.

I had my first heart attack in 2002 I was put on statins and kept on them till I got my and maintained my LDL down to around 100 then I had another heart attack. so lowering my ldl just caused a lot of muscle aches and other issues, but didn’t prevent another event. I’ll take my chances on the keto carnivore diet even though I have high ldl now because I feel like I’m in my 30s again Climbing mountains and keeping up my friends who are 45 and I’m 69

My dad just jad a triple bypass, and hes been on cholesterol meds and diabetes meds for as long as i remember. This is proof to me that the meds do nothing for you, and what we need to do is get off the processed sugars and carbs. I started eating mostly meats for 2 months, lost 11 pounds, my clothes fit better, and I dont feel any cravings for sweets, pizza, pasta, etc.

Dr. Chaffee you look amazing! You look strong, youthful, and radiant with energy. This is what we want! I am so glad to find your RU-vid Channel! I am always a heavy meat eater, with plant food as side dish. I was always concerned with my meat heavy diet, thinking it is not healthy based on what we heard so far. I even tried plant based diet briefly and my body did not like it. Now, after watching all your videos, I feel so liberated! I am always healthy, strong, and people think I look younger than my age. My diet has been working for me, now it is also proved by you and a lot of healthy carnivores out there. I think other than avoiding sugar and processed food, people should be open minded and just listen to our body, eat what make us feel good. Everyone is different, we shouldn’t be boxed into just one diet. I believe some people will thrive on plant based diet, but there are also people who would do better on meat, probably most of us! Keep up the good work and I hope more people will find your Chanel!

You are providing valuable information. Keep on the course!

Thank you, Dr. Chaffee, for taking your valuable time to explain so well how we can live longer, healthier and pain free. You are worth your very healthy weight in gold to every one of us!!! I've been on the keto diet for quite some time, but my heath gains stalled, then I found your videos and the stall is far behind me, and I'm just starting out! It's only been a month and the differences are tremendous! Thank you, thank you thank you!!! Perfect video!!! I'm passing this one around to every one of my friends!!! 👍👍👍👍👍

Saw the short b4 I saw this, so I have since found your source….Incidentally after 5+ years of keto + OMAD the only thing I’ve been devouring for the past 3.5 weeks is meat, eggs, salt, water and any content that you put out! Thank you so much for all the work that you do and I really appreciate your mission to put the allopathic chronic symptom treating doctors out of work. I was feeling damn good with my keto + IF protocol but I’ve experienced euphoria on carnivore. Last month I completed my 62 trip around the sun and I’ve never felt better! Thanks Doc!!

I am so relieved to hear you say all this. I just turned 65 20 feb. I have been lifting for over 40 years, and see you do as well. Mr Dr. two years ago perscibed, perindopril ( 8 mg ) , anti-depressants, and a statin. His remarks at the end of the appiontment, were......" you will be on these for the rest of your life" I have never taken the statins, took myself off the anti-deprresants June 2021, and off perindopril two weeks ago. I have cuff at home my reading this morning before food was, 128/65 pulse 61 I'm 5' 10' at 226 lbs. My wiegh was at 260 lbs I started the carnivore Monday this week with no fear, high hopes for great results. I liked and subscibed to your channel is so comforting to hear your voice of logic and reason. Thank you so much. Bruce from Canada.

As of yesterday I've been starting my research on the carnivore diet. It's a win-win! Write the book, Doc and I'll buy it! Appreciate honesty.

What a delightful presentation - nothing new here for me except a wonderful affirmation provided by a positive intellectual who, clearly, knows "a thing or two"; thank you.

My doctors and practice nurse were annoyed with me for changing my diet to zero carbs a couple of years ago, stating that I should stop what I was doing as it was dangerous. They were blind to the fact that that was exactly how I lost 98 lb in weight (severely obese to ideal BMI) and reversed T2D, NAFLD and hypertension!!! My nurse tried to make me have a statin again because my “cholesterol” (cholesterol-carrying lipoproteins) levels were “too high”. I refused as I know the standard thinking on the subject is all completely backwards on downright wrong. I can no longer trust anything my doctor tells me and have to do my own research before I decide whether or not to accept their advice.

Oh dear Lord, what fantastic speech!!! Thank you so much, Dr. absolutely beautiful communication for the whole world, and especially our doctors!!! Terrific!

Thank you! This should be required listening for everyone; wish I could make it so.

I love that you back up your points with good analysis of the data. It makes your point of view basically irrefutable.

Thank you, Dr. Chafee, so much! My brother-in-law with MS …. they’re stripping his good cholesterol around his cells that he needs to heal with this damn cholesterol lowering medication. I’m praying he will stop it soon. Listening to your information is so helpful. Thank you, again.

Thank you Dr Chaffee. I’m one month in to Carnivore. Lost 8 kilos fab my Diabetes blood glucose is very ing from114 this morning to 85 this evening. No need for my insulin. That there is why I started this way of eating my glucose when started was 175. Was slo in the 200 range so I’m ecstatic about how quickly things are going. Big big thank you 🎉🎉❤

I quit my statins and high blood pressure medicine 10 months ago. Started carnivore eating 5 weeks ago. Down 14 lbs and have a clearer brain now. I was concerned about Alzheimer’s, as my Dad was on statins for 25 years and he died from complications from Alzheimer’s.

Thank you! I appreciate your information. I have studied extensively about my Cholesterol and had identified some of what I discovered that my cholesterol is not as bad as what all has been presented, I am very healthy, no other issues, I eat healthy, low dairy, very little processed foods/never fast foods. I have had my blood test done and really could not identify why I have any issues all other areas are good numbers. After your video, I am realizing I am a super healthy 65 year old women that loves working out and swims three times a week. Happy Health! Looking forward to your videos!

Practice keeping the “okay” after statements to a bare minimum. Your podcasts are compelling and I have found them incredibly helpful.

my parents were born in Italy...I was raised on a mediterrean diet!As a result of this fact I enjoyed throughout my life excellent health..... I never took medication... I never smoked .... and I never drink alcohol- I am allergic to these substances.... I am over 80 years old. and my complexion is fair and flawless... I eat a vegetarian diet.... walk miles every day...

Nuremberg 2.0 : there is a call for the establishment of tribunals, similar to a second Nuremberg, to hold accountable those who intentionally mislead the public about diet and medical treatments, labeling these actions as crimes against humanity.

You are one of the few good doctors left. Thank you so much.

Cutting out alcohol has been a life changer in so many ways. I am glad you mention it. I am amazed how many doctors never even mention alcohol or suggest one stop drinking. Depression, anxiety, inflammation, blood sugar, etc are usually a alcohol problem. I encourage everyone to stop drinking for one month and see for yourself. If you are a regular drinker you are in for rude awakening about alcohol’s negative effects on just about everything in your life.

Question on ApoB. Firstly, I so appreciate the work you do. I believe it is so important for us all to become more educated and self managed in our own healthcare. Because my LDL went from 167 to 278, I dug deeper. Result is ApoB is high at 152. What is role of high ApopB in light of all other acceptable numbers? 12 months Keto, 5 months Carnivore. Triglycerides from 130 to 77, HDL from 66 to 71, insulin from 9.6 to 3.5. A1C 5.4, CRP 2.57. I have lost 80#.

I really wish I had known these things much sooner in my life. I've already changed my eating, so I'm headed in the right direction now. It's nice to have back up.

Great video Dr. Chaffee. We know you are super busy with your medical work, but we appreciate you taking time to educate the world on how to be healthier and debunk the lies out there, like that cholesterol is bad when we can clearly see it is not! Can’t wait to see Dave Feldman’s study results on Lean Mass Hyper Responders to debunk high cholesterol is bad. More proof to boot the lies on cholesterol being bad!

That was great info ! Thank you so much ! I was on statins and was horrible side effects ! I’m so glad I watched this ! God Bless

I was an anemic vegan and vegetarian for 12 years in my teens and twenties. In my thirties I found that grain made me super sick. I just recently started adding more beef to my diet and trying to get off grain(rice is hard to give up) completely. I've already noticed my bm are more regular. Also, I've noticed that the inflammation in my body is going down. It's amazing!

I officially will never buy any product that is advertised on RU-vid. The ads are ridiculous RU-vid! This is my vow and I will share it with all of my friends and family

How can we see the Acnem debate? Many thanks. You're doing great work. Truly. I have to say I'm thankful that I discovered you. I've listened to a lot of doctors, none of them I've agreed with 100%, except for maybe Paul Mason, Nadir Ali and Ivor Cummins. I've agreed with every single thing I've heard you say. And you're not condescending at all. You've a great approach to explaining things and you do it without using latin and esoteric terms. Keep it up. You're helping people more than you know. Thank you.

I don’t know what to believe. So much different information going around

Wish more doctors would speak the truth. What turned my life around when I read Nina Teicholz “ The Big Fat Surprise.” I’m so glad I found you Dr. Chaffee. I’ve lost 70 pounds of weight since I’ve went carnivore.

I feel like I’ve gone down the rabbit hole. I started carnivore nonchalantly, in Jan of this year at the recommendation of a few family members. Almost immediately, I started gaining weight…. So I began researching. Reading, watching, listening….. to everything, trying to figure out why I wasn’t losing! As a result, the more I learned, the more strict my diet became. I started initially, thinking it would be nice to lose a few lbs … and I didn’t have much to lose! But now, I’m 13lbs heavier (which I don’t love, I’ll be honest), but I literally couldn’t care less. The health benefits of the carnivore lifestyle is astonishing! I’ve been 100% BBBE and salt for 3 weeks now and I can confidently say that I will NEVER eat plants again. Thank you, Dr Chaffee, for dedicating your life to teaching the public about this WOE and exposing the lies. People have been robbed of their health for someone else’s monetary gain and It’s beyond awful.

Doctors like you give me hope! Thank you!

I've been Carnivore for seven months. I've lost 22lbs, cleared up autoimmune issues, skin clear and have more energy than ever. My friends and family just think I'm crazy and so unhealthy meanwhile they struggle to lose weight and/or have all sorts of health issues. Some people simply refuse to listen unless it's the confirmation bias they are looking for. Oh well, I tried.

Thank you for exposing the truth. We need more awareness on this topic. Thank you Dr., for being a strong person and letting us know the truth in spite of all the roadblocks.

Thank you so much for this video. I have been in giant arguments with my family ever since they found out I have been eating carnivore because “heart disease and gout and …” and your videos really help me smooth the waters. I keep hoping to convince them to try it too but it is definitely a hard sell.

What a clear and insightful message thank you Dr Chaffee, my heart and brain says thank you too!😊

Wow! How awesome! Really so excited to share this with my hubby! We take Zinzino Omega-3 and our levels are amazing so I'm so glad I have my hubby on these, he has stents and heart disease! But, we are now carnivore! This is becoming so exciting!!!!

Wow! What a great presentation with studies sighted to back it up! Thank you doctor Chaffee!

Words cannot express how grateful I am to have found you and the other doctors and carnivore advocates on RU-vid. I'm convinced I have found the holy grail of healthcare.

Thank you 🙏 so for your research and support and care Dr. Chaffee, you are most appreciated ❤❤❤😊😊😊

Dr Chaffee please consider ;if you’ve not done so already) a full day of what you eat and if possible how you cook it. Would be so helpful. Thank you for being Ming the carnivore diet in such a way that makes sense. Especially when our brains are pure cholesterol and burn cholesterol, why would we want to reduce cholesterol!

❤Such a very informative and educating video. I will be sharing on social media and all my friends and family😊

Thank you Dr Chaffee. This was so interesting and having started eating carnivore 8 weeks ago...always looking for more data. My entire family has been "diagnosed" with high cholesterol and prescribed various statins. The "doctors" claim its genetic and a liver disorder. I shared this with all so we can make more informed decisions in regard to this. The fraudulent claims by paid researchers is beyond despicable. I applaud you for seeking and speaking truth.

So true I had to do the same thing they get a kick back for prescribing medication you don't need , good job.

Eye opening. I’m 43 with family history of heart disease. Been on a statin for 6 years. It has brought down my cholesterol but sounds like a waste. I have a calcium test and blood work scheduled for July. Considering stopping the statin, doing strict carnivore and blowing my cardiologist’s mind in August. I’m day 16 now and love this way of eating.

One of the best videos! Thank you. I’m sending this video to my PCP with another decline for Lipitor :) I’m happy with my blood test results (they aren’t). Total cholesterol 294, TG 48, HDL 68, BP 106/60, calcium score-0.

Fantastic information! I've been a strict carnivore for 6 months now. I can't say I feel great yet, but that's probably because my Hashimoto's is not yet in remission, and I may have Ehlers-Danlos as well (rheumatologist appointment in 2 weeks). However, over the last year, during which I spent 3 months eating paleo, then 3 months eating keto, and then finally carnivore, I lost 40 pounds and many inches. I am hopeful that my overall health will improve as well. However, I was worried when I learned that my total cholesterol was 268, and my LDL was 201. This video made it super clear to me that I need not worry. I loved hearing the plethora of meta analyses that back up the idea that LDL is actually protective (I'll be 62 in 11 days). I also loved learning in more detail that glycation acts upon two specific lipoprotein types that are not present in those who do not eat carbs (which I do not). My doctor wanted to put me on a statin, especially after I asked for a CAC scan and we discovered that my Agatston number was 43. Now I can feel confident that the arterial plaque represented by that result likely comes from my decades of eating rice, bread, and potatoes with many of my meals. (I was never a big eater of processed snack foods and such, but heart disease runs in my family and I suspect that even more modest amounts of carbs were too much for the vulnerabilities that my body possesses.) Thank you, Dr. Chaffee, for explaining this issue so well! Also: thank you for explaining that it's okay to stop eating when food stops tasting good! I do, but I'd been worrying that I wasn't eating enough. I'd heard that women on a carnivore diet should eat about 1.5 pounds of meat a day, and I just can't. I usually fall somewhere between 12 ounces and 20 ounces. But I had plenty of fat stores on my body (I needed to lose that 40 pounds, and I suspect I could stand to lose another 20). It will be such a relief to not worry when I want to stop eating and there's still half a ribeye left. :D

I had a question about cholesterol after getting some blood tests done - instantly wondered, what does Dr. Chaffee say? That is a testament to your trustworthiness. Cheers and have a great weekend!

Amazing! I’m speechless…..I started the carnivore diet just 16 days ago and feel soooo much better already…..This info is so informative and encouraging! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge Dr. Chaffee!

July 1st I’ll be 4 years Carnivore! Last week my doctor gave me an ekg and did my bloodwork and at 46 she said my bloodwork came back perfect! She said I’m healthier than most 20 year olds she sees!

Whenever someone asks me the facts behind Carnivore, I give them a sheet of paper with all your vid links on it. I don't argue, just say, here see for yourself! This one is at the top of the list! Works every time. Thanks Doc for all you do and the time you spend researching the PHD!

thank you for your time. i have younger friends now being put on statins and being told cholesterol is bad for them. i have older family members having heart procedures to fixed damage to the heart and have been on statins for a long time. this info is very important for everyone to know. thanks again

All I can say is WOW!!! Thank you for sharing the research!! I did Keto for some time and the results just stopped. Carnivore for the last 3 weeks and had no idea I could feel this good!! Still a work in process, but I am so satisfied when I eat now!! I literally crave steak! 😊😊