Nutrition with Judy | Carnivore Diet

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Steven and I dive into how mold detection dogs are transforming mold identification and remediation. We talk about how their superior sense of smell can detect both active and dormant mold, even when conventional testing fails. Steven shares how trained K9s can help you get remediation right the first time; saving time, money, and your health. Make sure to watch the full interview to learn more.
Steven Antommarchi is a law enforcement professional, K9 detection trainer, and researcher whose work bridges environmental health, science, and service. With 16+ years in law enforcement, he’s held roles from K9 Handler to Interim Chief of Police and now co-leads Mold Dog Knows, a company training dogs to detect mold in homes and buildings. He also trains and mentors over 150 K9 units globally and serves in roles at Florida International University, Texas State University, and the American Working Dog Association.
We discuss the following:
Steven’s law enforcement and K9 training background
Dog’s olfactory system and its emotional detection capabilities
How dogs are profiled and trained to detect mold species
Real-world deployment: HVAC, home inspections, and limitations of human testing
Dormant mold detection
Cost of Mold Dog Detection Service
Mold Dog Certification and Identifying a legitimate mold detection dog company
Protecting dogs from mold exposure and developing mycotoxin detection
More About Mold Dog Knows
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American Working Dog Association
CIRS ERMI Guide Bundle
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Stephen and I examine why standard lab markers like A1C, thyroid hormones, glucose averages, and antibodies can misrepresent health in carnivore and low-carb contexts. We break down physiological shifts in red blood cell lifespan, glycation, thyroid signaling, hydration, and electrolytes, and why symptom-based assessment often matters more than reference ranges.

Stephen is a UK-based coach, specialist in obesity and diabetes, and former private lab director with an honors degree in physiology and health sciences. After worsening health under conventional nutrition advice, he transitioned to low-carb and carnivore and has spent over a decade translating blood markers through a physiology-first lens. He writes daily science explainers and authored The Guide to Blood Tests in the Context of Keto, Carnivore, and Low Carb.
We discuss the following:
All about Stephen Thomas
Why A1C can rise on carnivore
Red blood cell lifespan and A1C
Physiology over reference range focus
Adaptation vs. under-eating and thyroid dysfunction
Women’s early carnivore challenges
Stephen’s role in lab interpretation
Harm of fear-based healing messages
Where to find Stephen Thomas

EPISODE RESOURCES
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Guide To Blood Tests book
EFH Complete Wellness Panel
Nutritionist’s Guide to the Carnivore Diet
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Eric shares how he personally overcame Graves’ disease using a natural, root-cause approach and now helps others do the same through functional medicine. In this episode, we explore the differences between hyperthyroidism and Graves’ disease, early symptom recognition, and why addressing gut health and stress is essential for long-term healing. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.
Dr. Eric Osansky is a chiropractor, certified functional medicine practitioner, and the founder of Natural Endocrine Solutions. After being diagnosed with Graves’ disease, he reversed it using a natural protocol, which inspired his passion for helping others with hyperthyroidism and thyroid autoimmunity. He now supports patients globally through his books, podcast, and online thyroid community.
We discuss the following:
All about Dr. Eric Osansky
Hyperthyroidism overview and symptoms
Factors influencing thyroid conditions
Common hyperthyroid triggers
Labs commonly used for testing
Graves and Hashimoto’s antibody overlap
Possibility of stopping Graves medication
Views on radioactive iodine and surgery
Perspectives on iodine supplementation
Gut health and hyperthyroidism connection
Supporting life after thyroid removal
Guidance for managing hyperthyroidism
Where to find Dr. Eric Osansky
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Healing Graves' Naturally group 
Hashimoto's Triggers book
The Hyperthyroid Healing Diet book
Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease book
EFH Thyroid Bloodwork Panel

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Vitamin C is one of the most misunderstood nutrients in the carnivore space. This episode breaks down where vitamin C recommendations actually came from, why RDAs doubled in just 26 years, and how rising sugar intake likely drove that change. I share how glucose competes with vitamin C for absorption, why vitamin C was removed from modern nutrition labels, and why true deficiency is rare, even without fruits and vegetables.

I also address scurvy myths, the sailor paradox, breast milk’s low vitamin C content, and why many people thrive on a carnivore diet without supplementation. Finally, I cover when vitamin C may be appropriate (immune stress, adrenal strain, anemia, detox protocols) and why excess vitamin C can backfire by increasing oxalates and inflammation. 

Carnivore doesn’t fail because of a lack of vitamin C. But context, physiology, and restraint matter more than blanket supplementation. 

History of vitamin C RDAs
Sugar effects on vitamin C absorption
FDA label changes removing vitamin C
Vitamin C in meat diets
Scurvy myths and sailor history
Breast milk vitamin C levels
Oxalates from excess ascorbic acid
When vitamin C may help
Dosing guidelines and supplement types

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Carnivore Cure  
Vitamin C Article 
Vitamin A Video
Liver and Vitamin A Toxicity
EFH Personalized Health Plan
How Much to Eat on a Carnivore Diet

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Neisha shares her personal journey reversing debilitating Hashimoto’s & hypothyroid symptoms through a personalized, meat‑centric, high‑fat approach and how she navigated fertility struggles and pregnancy while adjusting diet and lifestyle for thyroid health. We also discuss pragmatic tools like stress management, supplement strategies (including iodine), and how to transition diets slowly to support the body without overwhelming it. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.
Neisha Salas-Berry is a registered nurse and certified health coach who has spent years helping people reverse autoimmune and metabolic conditions using nutrition and lifestyle. She personally overcame Hashimoto’s, hypothyroid symptoms, and fertility challenges through a high‑fat, meat‑centric diet and continues to coach others through her community. Neisha emphasizes gradual dietary change, symptom tracking, and mental‑emotional wellness as key pillars of sustainable health.
We discuss the following:
All about Neisha Berry
Early hypothyroid and Hashimoto’s symptoms
Changes after childbirth
Thyroid medications Neisha used
Low energy despite keto carnivore
Neisha’s stance on removing dairy
Neisha’s personal dairy intake
Starting iodine and addressing concerns
Complementary supplements Neisha uses
Thoughts on carbs and carnivore
Key supports in hypothyroid healing
Where to find Neisha Berry
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Iodine Measurements
Story of Nehemiah
Wholeness Method Mind Body Program
Website 
Instagram
YouTube
Dr. Berry’s community
24 Hour Urine Iodine Loading Test Kit
Nutritionist’s Guide to the Carnivore Diet
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