Hal Cranmer, a caregiver in assisted living, shares his unique approach to addressing the health of his patients through diet, particularly focusing on a carnivore diet. He expresses dissatisfaction with conventional approaches and embraces dietary interventions to improve health. Cranmer’s journey began with experimentation, including a vegan phase and vegetarian nutritionists, but he found them unsustainable for his facility’s needs. He noticed significant improvements in residents’ health after adopting a carnivore diet, leading to his passion for promoting dietary changes as a means to address various health issues.
Cranmer discusses the effectiveness of the carnivore diet in his facility, highlighting significant weight loss and improvements in health conditions such as dementia. He integrates elements of the “brison protocol” into his approach, advocating for a meat-based diet supplemented with low-carb vegetables. Cranmer emphasizes the role of diet in combating frailty and promoting overall well-being among the elderly population, challenging conventional dietary guidelines and medical practices.
The episode touches on Cranmer’s attendance at the San Diego Symposium for Metabolic Health, where he encountered discussions about the impact of diet on health conditions like dementia. He critiques mainstream medical approaches, particularly regarding the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, advocating for a more holistic understanding that includes dietary interventions.
Throughout the conversation, Cranmer reflects on the shortcomings of guideline-based medicine and the importance of evidence-based practices. He shares anecdotes of residents experiencing remarkable improvements in health and quality of life through dietary changes, reinforcing his belief in the efficacy of the carnivore diet. Cranmer also promotes resources for those interested in implementing dietary changes at home, underscoring his commitment to spreading awareness about the potential benefits of dietary interventions.