Busting Nutrition Myths:  Carb-Appropriate Diet with Dr. Cliff Hervey - Chief Nutrition

Busting Nutrition Myths: Carb-Appropriate Diet with Dr. Cliff Hervey

Updated: Feb 21, 2025Amy Evans

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Cliff Harvey, a leading clinical nutritionist, researcher, and author of The Carb-Appropriate Diet—one of the most groundbreaking nutrition books. Together, we explore controversial topics and common questions about nutrition, including:

  • How much salt is too much?
  • Do we really need carbohydrates and fibre?
  • Is coffee healthy, and should you drink it on an empty stomach?
  • Why counting calories might not be the answer.
  • Dr Cliff Harvey is a world-renowned clinical nutritionist, founder of the Holistic Performance Institute, and Fellow of the Clinical Nutrition Association.
  • He has worked with Olympic and World Champion athletes and authored several peer-reviewed papers and books.
  • As a former World Champion weightlifter and BJJ competitor, Cliff brings a wealth of experience in blending performance and wellness.

Dr Harvey dives into the science of why whole, unprocessed foods are key to health, explains the concept of "green allopathy," and unpacks myths about saturated fats, omega-3s, and the impacts of seed oils and emulsifiers on our health. He also discusses how ultra-processed foods are affecting our well-being and the surprising role of salt in the diet.

Guest Highlights: This episode is packed with cutting-edge insights, practical tips, and myth-busting science to help you optimise your health and nutrition. Don’t miss this fascinating conversation with one of the brightest minds in the field!

 

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