Carnivore Versus Vegan - #EscapeToMexicoNow

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Beyond the Headlines: Your Diet is Not One-Size-Fits-All
Both carnivore (all meat) and plant-based diets have earned passionate followers—and critics. But as Martin Pytela, self-described “health engineer,” explains, there is no universal answer. "Biological individuality rules," Martin emphasizes. Some thrive on plants, while others find relief cutting them out. It's not because one camp is “right” and the other “wrong.” Instead, our genes, history, and even blood type can determine which foods suit us best.

Consider oxalates (found in high amounts in spinach). Raw spinach can cause kidney pain or stones in sensitive people, which is why traditional cuisines—like those in Kenya—often serve spinach cooked with calcium-rich dairy to neutralize the problem. The fact that such practices evolved long before food fads and technology reveals a wisdom worth respecting.

Lectins, Oxalates, and Plant Defenses: Do They Matter?
Listeners asked about anti-vegetable trends, specifically the war against lectins and oxalates. Here’s the bottom line: these plant chemicals really can cause negative reactions in some people. Lectins, for example, have been linked (albeit loosely) to issues with certain blood types. Likewise, salicylates (found in nuts and dried fruits) and oxalates can trigger everything from skin rashes to digestive trouble or muscle pain.

The Role of Your Microbiome and Enzymes
Diet is more than just what you eat—it's what your body can digest and absorb. Much of this depends on the gut microbiome and digestive enzymes, which differ vastly between individuals. A carnivore diet, for instance, may “shut down” certain gut microbes, reducing inflammation or symptoms for those with food sensitivities. But it’s not a universal fix.

Another often-missed piece? Enzymes—compounds naturally present in raw foods—are critical for good digestion. Unfortunately, cooking denatures these enzymes, meaning your body must work harder (and expend more energy) to break down food. The result? Fatigue, poor nutrient absorption, and digestive complaints. Martin suggests supplementing with high-quality digestive enzymes if your diet is largely cooked or processed.

Cultural Wisdom and Ancestry: Eating What Suits You
Throughout history, people ate what grew locally. Maasai diets in Africa revolved around cow’s blood and fat; rural Swiss diets centered on aged cheese, rye, and sauerkraut. These eating patterns suited generations who evolved alongside local foods and climates. Today, unprecedented global food trade tempts us with endless variety, but it often ignores our biological inheritance.

"If your ancestors lived in a hot climate, you may do better with fruit and veg. If they survived harsh winters, meat and fat may suit you better," Martin explains. Yet, our modern industrial food system and heavy use of pesticides mean even traditional foods may have changed—and not always for the better.

Finding Your Best Health Approach
So where does this leave you? Martin’s advice is clear:
Get to know your body’s responses. Try elimination diets to pinpoint troublesome foods.
Don't blindly follow trends; what works wonders for one may harm another.
Eat organic or biodynamic when possible to avoid depleted or contaminated foods.
Supplement your diet with nutrient-dense superfoods and digestive enzymes to fill nutritional gaps.

Timestamps:
00:01 Introduction of carnivore vs. vegetarian theme.
01:29 Listener question about lectins and oxalates.
02:03 Individual diet differences; oxalates in spinach.
04:37 Traditional food prep wisdom from Kenya.
06:02 Warning against oversimplified diet trends.
08:30 Quoting Vaclav Havel: value of those searching for truth.
12:05 Lectins, blood type, and food intolerances.
14:00 Elimination diets: abstaining long enough matters.
15:05 Carnivore diet quiets gut microbes for some.
19:24 Raw vs. cooked foods and enzymes.
23:15 Recommended digestive enzymes.
25:51 Individuals must experiment: no universal diet.
37:00 Food quality decline; importance of organic/superfoods.
38:42 Closing: beware those claiming to have "the truth."

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