Episode 2600—On today’s show, Vinnie Tortorich speaks with optometrist Dr. Lisa Wiedemen about breaking free from sugar addiction, being a carnivore, eye health, and more.
Breaking Free from Sugar Addiction
- Dr. Lisa Wiedemann is a Doctor of Optometry who has been practicing for several decades. She discusses her journey from carb and sugar addiction to health advocacy. (6:00)
- Sugar addiction is often overlooked but can be as devastating as other forms of addiction.
- The normalization of sugar consumption in society makes recovery particularly challenging. (14:00)
- Sugar addiction is a type of slow suicide because it eventually destroys your health. (17:00)
- Early adoption of the carnivore lifestyle (2009) helped Dr. Wiedemann overcome her addiction.
- They discuss the onset of high-carb movement.
- Dr Lisa is not interested in just prescribing meds, she wants to solve the root cause of ailments for her patients. (43:00)
- Building community support is crucial for maintaining a sugar-free lifestyle.
- Modern lifestyle choices, including excessive artificial light exposure, contribute to health issues. (44:00)
- Our eyes are way more complex and not just for vision; circadian rhythm and other aspects of mitochondria are other mechanisms.
- The importance of addressing root causes rather than just treating symptoms
- You can find Dr. Lisa on Instagram: @carnivoredoctor.
- She’s on YouTube at CarbSoberSunday
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