Ep 3 - He Traveled The World to Unlock The Mystery of Perfect Health - Dr. Weston A Price - Part 2

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Part 2 of 2. We continue our conversation into the life and work of Dr. Weston A. Price, a pioneering dentist and nutritionist who studied the health of isolated populations and their dietary practices. Dr. Price’s book, Nutrition and Physical Degeneration was written nearly 100 years ago and is as relevant today as it was when it was printed. It is one of the most important books on human health and nutrition every written and belongs on the shelf of anyone interested in optimal health, ancestral diets, or hunter gatherer diets.In this episode we discuss Price's intervention diet, critiques of his research, and the lasting impact of his work on contemporary nutrition discussions. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding Price's findings in the context of modern dietary practices and the relevance of his insights today. We also discuss some common errors that are made when discussing the work of Dr. Weston A Price, his views on plant based and vegan diets, as well as some of the limitations of his work.Chapters00:00 Exploring Dr. Weston A. Price's Work01:43 The Impact of Nutritional Interventions04:22 Understanding the Intervention Diet06:48 Results of Price's Study08:25 Key Nutritional Insights from Price10:37 The Role of Grains and Fermentation13:11 The Importance of Vitamins and Minerals17:09 The Significance of Seafood in Diets23:21 Understanding Weston A. Price's Intervention Diet29:42 The Surprising Absence of Cod Liver Oil33:57 Protein Perspectives in Price's Work42:06 The Role of Organ Meats in Nutrition45:20 Exploring Weston A. Price's Views on Diets52:27 Critiques and Oddities in Price's Work01:01:03 Final Thoughts on Price's Contributions and Limitations References & Recommended ReadingNutrition and Physical Degeneration by Dr. Weston A Pricehttps://a.co/d/jjFvRDm Norbie Schickel – BiographyNorbie Schickel is a father, fitness enthusiast, equestrian, entrepreneur and the host of Unconditional. With a lifelong interest in subjects related to health, fitness, history, mindset and business, he started Unconditional to share his journey and passion for these subjects with the world.