Understanding the true impact of what we eat and drink means comprehensively assessing the effect that different foods and beverages have on our bodies. So in this episode, we're talking about the hidden truths behind foods often labeled as "healthy," including why some so-called health foods can actually be harmful.

I'm joined by food anthropologist Dr. Bill Schindler, who brings his deep understanding of dietary science to the discussion. Together, we tackle the misconceptions surrounding plant-based superfoods and oxalates, as well as the importance of proper food preparation that is based on ancestral wisdom.

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone seeking to make informed choices about their diet. It includes practical advice on how to safely prepare foods, along with insights into why developing a deeper understanding of food's biological impact is critical if your goal is optimal health.

In this episode:

00:00 - Intro

02:00 - Dr. Schindler's background and approach to food

07:49 - The role of evolution in shaping human nutrition

14:18 - Safe preparation of potentially harmful foods

20:13 - Ancestral dietary practices for modern health

21:14 - Oxalates and their effects on health

24:38 - Addressing common dietary misconceptions

34:55 - The simple trick to make potatoes less toxic

41:43 - How to detoxify common vegetables and grains

44:42 - Summary and key takeaways

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Learn more:

• Learn why I stopped eating most vegetables, and switched to an animal-based dietary framework.

• Listen to Primal Shift Podcast Episode #42: Let Nature Dictate what you Should be Eating.

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About Dr. Bill Schindler: Dr. Bill Schindler is the author of Eat Like a Human: Nourishing Foods and Ancient Ways of Cooking to Revolutionize Your Health, and is an internationally-recognized archaeologist, primitive technologist and chef. He founded and directs Eastern Shore Food Lab, which has a mission of preserving and reviving ancestral dietary approaches to create a nourishing, ethical and sustainable food system. Schindler and his wife Christina also operate Modern Stone Age Kitchen, a restaurant designed to provide nourishing food created using ancestral approaches that maximize safety, nutrient density and bioavailability. In 2016, he co-starred in the National Geographic Channel series The Great Human Race, which aired in 171 countries.

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