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Common Sense Health

Common Sense Health

Coach Stephen BSc Hons 411 episodes Nov 11, 2026

Common Sense Health is a UK-based podcast focused on the carnivore diet and its impact on health and wellness. Hosted by Coach Stephen, it features real success stories from ordinary people alongside insights from doctors, surgeons, dietitians and mental health experts. Episodes cover the science behind carnivore eating, practical tips, common misconceptions and the latest research. The show is aimed at both newcomers and experienced followers of the carnivore lifestyle.

Episodes

I Asked Judy Cho the Questions Nobody Else Will
I Asked Judy Cho the Questions Nobody Else Will Nov 11, 2026 45:44 In this conversation, Judy Cho discusses the complexities of inflammation, emphasizing its role as a healing signal rather than a problem. She explores how chronic inflammation can indicate deeper health issues and the importance of diet, environmental factors, and psychological well-being in achieving holistic health. In this conversation, Judy and Stephen discuss the intricate relationship betwe
Your Body Has a Nuclear Clock: What Cold War Fallout Reveals About Cell Renewal
Your Body Has a Nuclear Clock: What Cold War Fallout Reveals About Cell Renewal Oct 29, 2026 17:12 This conversation explores the fascinating relationship between nuclear science and human biology, particularly how carbon-14 dating has revealed insights into the regeneration of various organs and cells in the human body. Stephen Thomas discusses the implications of these findings on our understanding of health, healing, and the body's remarkable ability to renew itself.Takeaways Nuclear science
The Midnight Ketone Mystery: Why Your Best Fat-Burning Happens While You Sleep
The Midnight Ketone Mystery: Why Your Best Fat-Burning Happens While You Sleep Oct 25, 2026 12:54 This conversation explores the nuances of measuring ketones, emphasizing the importance of timing and continuous monitoring. It discusses how different methods of measurement can provide varying insights into ketone production and usage.Takeaways Timing affects ketone readingsContinuous monitoring reveals trendsChapters 00:00 Understanding Ketone Measurements05:42 Interpreting Continuous Monitorin
The Thyroid Brain Connection: What Doctors Won't Tell You
The Thyroid Brain Connection: What Doctors Won't Tell You Oct 8, 2026 18:22 The conversation delves into the complexities of thyroid hormones, low-carb diets, iodine, and reverse T3. It emphasizes the need to interpret thyroid blood tests in the context of dietary choices and lifestyle, and highlights the role of T3 in carbohydrate metabolism and the brain's unique regulation of thyroid hormones.TakeawaysThyroid blood tests should be interpreted in the context of dietary
The Real Reason You're Bloated: Fermentation and SIBO
The Real Reason You're Bloated: Fermentation and SIBO Oct 5, 2026 16:33 The conversation delves into the concept of fermentation, explaining its chemical process and impact on gut health. It also explores the markers and mechanisms associated with fermentation, as well as the testing and diagnosis of related conditions. Additionally, it differentiates between fermentation processes in food production and in the body, highlighting their distinct effects.TakeawaysFermen
The Pottenger's Cats Experiment: What They Didn't Tell You
The Pottenger's Cats Experiment: What They Didn't Tell You Oct 2, 2026 11:25 The conversation explores the misinterpretation of Dr. Francis Pottinger's cat study and its implications for human nutrition. It emphasizes the importance of understanding species-specific nutritional needs and the limitations of animal studies in drawing conclusions for human nutrition.TakeawaysSpecies-specific nutritional needsLimitations of animal studiesChapters00:00 Animal Studies and Nutrit
Hydrogen Water vs DDW: What You Need To Know
Hydrogen Water vs DDW: What You Need To Know Sep 26, 2026 17:44 The conversation delves into the chemistry of atoms and water, the role of hydrogen, and the concepts of deuterium depleted water and hydrogen water. It explores the hype versus reality of deuterium depleted water and the mechanism and science behind hydrogen water.TakeawaysAtoms as fundamental building blocksHydrogen's role in the universeChapters00:00 The Chemistry of Atoms and Water02:59 Unders
The Flaw in Vitamin K Research You Need to Know
The Flaw in Vitamin K Research You Need to Know Sep 26, 2026 12:44 The conversation critically examines the standard practice of administering vitamin K injections to newborns, highlighting flaws in the foundational study and the misrepresentation of data. It challenges the unquestioned acceptance of this practice and encourages critical thinking and reevaluation of standard medical procedures.TakeawaysCritical examination of standard medical practices is essenti
PRAL Explained: Are You Eating Too Much "Acid?"
PRAL Explained: Are You Eating Too Much "Acid?" Sep 24, 2026 28:28 The conversation delves into the concept of Prowl (Potential Renal Acid Load) and its application in nutritional recommendations. It emphasizes the need for careful interpretation of Prowl in the context of individual health factors and metabolic consequences. The discussion highlights the nuanced approach required when considering Prowl in the context of kidney health, protein intake, population
Why Low Ketones Don't Mean You're Not Burning Fat
Why Low Ketones Don't Mean You're Not Burning Fat Sep 21, 2026 10:39 The conversation explores the topic of ketone levels and their relationship to fat burning. It delves into the pathways of carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism, highlighting the factors that influence ketone production and utilization. The discussion emphasizes the misconception that low ketones indicate poor fat burning and provides a broader context for interpreting ketone levels.TakeawaysK
Meat Consumption and the Planet: What They Don't Want You To Know
Meat Consumption and the Planet: What They Don't Want You To Know Sep 15, 2026 10:35 The conversation explores the environmental impact of meat consumption, the benefits of regenerative agriculture, the comparison of meat and plant-based diets, and the health implications of different food choices. It also delves into the topic of halal meat and animal welfare. Stephen Thomas emphasizes the importance of sustainable food systems and human health.TakeawaysRegenerative agriculture c
Don't Let Blood Test Jargon Confuse You: A Simple Guide to mg/dL and mmol/L
Don't Let Blood Test Jargon Confuse You: A Simple Guide to mg/dL and mmol/L Sep 11, 2026 20:40 Concentration in blood testing is a simple concept that measures the amount of a substance relative to the volume of a fluid or sample. Different units can describe the same reality, and understanding the context is crucial for interpreting blood test results.TakeawaysConcentration in blood testing measures the amount of a substance relative to the volume of a fluid or sample.Different units can d

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