Why Vegans Have Smaller Brains: What the Science Shares

David, Alison, and Anita discuss the critical role of animal-based nutrition in brain health, particularly the risks of a plant-based diet leading to brain atrophy due to vitamin B12 deficiencies. They also explore the environmental impact of plant-based versus regenerative farming, debunking the myth that cows significantly contribute to climate change while highlighting the detrimental effects of industrial crop farming. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more. David Ellis, Alison Morgan, and Anita Tagore are experts in nutrition, agriculture, and environmental sustainability. Anita, a retired medical doctor with a master's in nutrition, advocates for regenerative livestock farming. Alison, an agricultural specialist, and David, a geophysicist turned diet and farming researcher, co-authored Why Vegans Have Smaller Brains, a book challenging the mainstream narrative on diet and sustainability. 0:00 Intro 1:45 Meet David Ellis, Alison Morgan, and Anita Tagore 3:37 Why they wrote Why Vegans Have Smaller Brains 6:00 Why B12 supplementation alone isn't enough 10:34 Importance of fat-protein balance in diet 14:52 Risks of vegetable oils and why animal fat is superior 17:26 Cholesterol and cardiovascular health 22:56 Fiber, colon cancer, and gut health 30:04 Truth about cows, methane, and climate change 42:03 Do cows use too much water 46:01 Final takeaways from David, Alison, and Anita 48:20 Where to find the book and connect with the authors _____ EPISODE RESOURCES - Website: https://www.whyveganshavesmallerbrains.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whyveganshavesmallerbrains/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570824481916 - X: https://x.com/vegansmallbrain - Why Vegans Have Smaller Brains: https://amzn.to/40TMfaw _____ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 📫 Tips and Weekly Updates: https://nutritionwithjudy.com/join-nutrition-with-judys-newsletter/ FIND JUDY CHO ⛑️Work with Us: https://www.nutritionwithjudy.com/nwj-our-approach 🎙️ Podcast: https://nutritionwithjudy.buzzsprout.com/ 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/nutritionwithjudy 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutritionwithjudy 👥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NutritionwJudy/ NUTRITION WITH JUDY (NwJ) RESOURCES 📫 Weekly Newsletter: https://nutritionwithjudy.com/join-nutrition-with-judys-newsletter/ 📘 Carnivore Cure Book & Elimination Diet: https://amzn.to/3R4VAXn 📚 Articles: https://nutritionwithjudy.com/articles/ 🎁 Free Resources: https://nutritionwithjudy.com/resources/ 📗 Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners: https://amzn.to/3D5lyo5 _____ *DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice. #whyveganshavesmallerbrains #b12deficiency #meatbaseddiet #regenerativeagriculture #carnivorediet #brainhealth #animalbasednutrition #meatheals #lowcarbhealth #sustainablefarming #cholesterolmyths #meatvsplants