Most humans are omnivores, incorporating both meats and plants into an everyday diet.
Some diets, like the paleo diet, are focused on eating significant amounts of meat and eliminating processed foods.
Unfortunately, all calories (and meat choices) are not created equal.
For example, indulging in a cheeseburger is not the same as eating grilled chicken. Yes, they are both meats, but the cheeseburger is unhealthier than the chicken. In fact, many doctors suggest limiting your red meat consumption due to risk of heart disease.
This may have you wondering: should humans be carnivores?
Gary L. Clayman, DMD, MD, FACS, shares his personal opinion on whether or not humans should be carnivores.
Wednesday, 09 September 2015 10:11
Should Humans Be Carnivores?
Meat has been linked to cancer and other health issues. Should you stop eating it?
Additional Info
- Segment Number: 2
- Audio File: healthy_talk/1537ht3b.mp3
- Featured Speaker: Gary L. Clayman, DMD, MD, FACS
- Guest Website: MD Anderson
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Guest Bio:
Gary L. Clayman, DMD, MD, FACS is the Alando J. Ballantyne Distinguished Chair of Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, where he also serves as the Medical Director for Health Care Providers.
M.D. Anderson has been named one of the top two cancer centers in the United States for the past fifteen years. Dr. Clayman graduated from Case Western Reserve School of Dentistry as well as Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine.
Recognized nationally and internationally for his expertise in the surgical management of thyroid malignancies, he is actively involved in basic, translational, and clinical research of thyroid cancer and is the author of more than 200 scholarly publications in his field.
Dr. Clayman lectures worldwide on the surgical management of thyroid malignancies and has consistently been named one of America's Top Doctors by Castle Connolly, as well as one of the Best Doctors in America for over twelve consecutive years. He is the recipient of numerous honors and awards.
For the past three decades, Dr. Clayman has counseled numerous patients and health-seeking individuals regarding nutrition, supplementation and exercise. Live It is the culmination of Dr. Clayman's interest and passion in sharing a sustainable and concise method to set, reach and keep nutritional and exercise wellness goals so people of all ages can live their lives healthier, happier, longer. Dr. Clayman lives with his beautiful wife, Miky, and their three children, Beau, Ellie and Chase, in Houston, Texas. - Length (mins): 10
- Waiver Received: No
- Host: Mike Smith, MD
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