Popular carnivore diet experts

Here’s a list of popular carnivore diet experts I have found very informative and motivational. Many have gained significant attention (and YouTube subscribers!) for promoting the carnivore diet and sharing their personal success stories and expertise:

1. Dr. Shawn Baker

• Who he is: An orthopedic surgeon and one of the most prominent advocates of the carnivore diet.
• Contributions: Dr. Baker is known for popularizing the carnivore diet through his book, The Carnivore Diet, and his platform MeatRx (now Revero), which offers resources, success stories, and support for people interested in this way of eating.
• Personal Experience: He credits his athletic performance, muscle mass, and overall health to eating a diet of only animal-based foods.

2. Dr. Paul Saladino

• Who he is: A board-certified physician, author, and researcher.
• Contributions: Known as the “Carnivore MD,” Dr. Saladino wrote the book The Carnivore Code, where he argues for the nutritional and healing benefits of a diet based exclusively on animal products. He frequently discusses the diet on podcasts and social media, delving into the science behind it.
• Focus: He advocates for an animal-based diet as a means to optimize health and improve chronic conditions, and his version of the diet allows for some flexibility with non-toxic plant foods like honey or certain fruits.

3. Mikhaila Peterson

• Who she is: A podcast host and blogger, and daughter of psychologist Dr. Jordan Peterson.
• Contributions: Mikhaila Peterson gained attention for her health transformation after adopting a carnivore diet. She claims to have healed from multiple autoimmune disorders and mental health issues through her version of the diet, which she calls “The Lion Diet” (beef, salt, and water only).
• Personal Experience: Her personal health journey has made her a vocal advocate for the carnivore diet, and she often shares insights through her podcast and social media platforms.

4. Dr. Anthony Chaffee

• Who he is: A doctor and neurosurgical resident, Dr. Chaffee promotes the carnivore diet as a way to prevent and reverse chronic diseases.
• Contributions: He has been a vocal advocate for the all-meat diet on his YouTube channel and podcast, where he talks about the evolutionary basis of human diets and how animal products contribute to optimal health.
• Focus: Dr. Chaffee emphasizes the role of animal-based nutrition in reducing inflammation and preventing diseases associated with modern diets.

5. Amber O’Hearn

• Who she is: A researcher and writer with a background in data science, Amber has been on a carnivore diet for over a decade.
• Contributions: She is a well-known speaker at carnivore and low-carb events, where she shares her insights into the evolutionary and metabolic science behind the diet. She has written extensively about the psychological benefits of the carnivore diet, particularly its effects on mood and mental health.
• Personal Experience: Amber turned to the carnivore diet after struggling with mental health issues and has maintained her health by following a strict animal-based diet.

6. Dr. Ken Berry

• Who he is: A family physician and author of the book Lies My Doctor Told Me.
• Contributions: Dr. Berry advocates for low-carb and carnivore diets as a solution to many chronic health problems like diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. He shares content on YouTube and social media, offering a mix of medical insights and practical advice on transitioning to a carnivore or keto lifestyle.
• Focus: His mission is to help people reclaim their health by cutting out processed foods and focusing on a nutrient-rich, animal-based diet.

7. Kelly Hogan

• Who she is: A teacher and mom who has been following the carnivore diet for over a decade.
• Contributions: Kelly runs the blog “My Zero Carb Life,” where she shares her personal journey with the carnivore diet and helps others transition to a zero-carb lifestyle. She emphasizes simplicity and sustainability in the diet.
• Personal Experience: After years of struggling with weight and health issues, Kelly credits the carnivore diet for helping her lose over 100 pounds and maintain her health and energy.

8. Dr. Robert Kiltz

• Who he is: A reproductive endocrinologist and advocate of a low-carb, carnivore diet.
• Contributions: Dr. Kiltz promotes the carnivore diet as a way to improve fertility, reduce inflammation, and boost overall health. He believes that diet and lifestyle choices can significantly impact reproductive health, and he shares his views on his YouTube channel and website.
• Focus: He highlights the role of animal-based nutrition in improving hormonal balance and reducing chronic conditions that affect fertility and pregnancy.

9. Brett Lloyd

• Who he is: A carnivore diet success story and advocate for using animal-based diets to improve mental health.
• Contributions: Brett shares his personal experience of recovering from years of severe depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues by adopting a carnivore diet. He has become a vocal supporter of the mental health benefits of eliminating all plant-based foods and sticking to a simple carnivore regimen.
• Personal Experience: His story is frequently featured on podcasts, YouTube channels, and within the carnivore community.

10. Dr. Zsofia Clemens

• Who she is: A clinical researcher and the co-founder of the Paleo Medicina Clinic in Hungary.
• Contributions: Dr. Clemens has focused on using the carnivore (and ketogenic) diet as a therapeutic tool for treating various conditions, including autoimmune diseases, epilepsy, and cancer. Her research-driven approach provides medical insights into how animal-based nutrition can be applied to clinical settings.
• Focus: She uses a meat-based diet called the Paleolithic Ketogenic Diet to treat patients with chronic conditions, emphasizing the healing power of an all-animal diet.

These experts each offer different perspectives on the carnivore diet, from practical applications to scientific backing, making them key voices in the carnivore community.