How to Beat Carb Addiction and Become Carb Sober with Dr. Lisa Wiedeman

Dr. Lisa Wiedeman is an optometric physician with over 33 years in practice. She practices root cause healing. So many ocular diseases & disorders present themselves after long-term eating of processed foods. She herself suffered from sugar/carb/processed food addiction and researched and came to eating a carnivore diet in 2009, over 15 years ago. She now dedicates most of her time providing one on one coaching, hosting coaching groups, Carnivore Beach Retreats and educating viewers on her YouTube channels. Alongside Dr. Wiedeman in this episode, we discuss the many health benefits she has experienced from her diet, including improved eye health and overall well-being. We challenge societal norms around diet and alcohol consumption, offering practical strategies to resist peer pressure and prioritize long-term health. Additionally, we discuss the psychological dimensions of food addiction, the importance of natural light, and the power of community support in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. In this episode: How processed foods contribute to various health issues, including eye diseases. Why the carnivore diet is particularly beneficial for those with sugar and carb addictions. How Dr. Wiedeman's personal battle with food addiction led her to a meat-centric lifestyle. How societal pressures glamorize unhealthy habits like drinking, especially among women. Why making empowered health choices can help resist peer pressure and improve well-being. How food addiction intersects with other addictions and impacts psychological health. How natural light and sun exposure are essential for maintaining eye health. Why traditional wisdom on sunscreen usage may need re-evaluation. How community support plays a vital role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Why short-term commitments like 30-day challenges can help in testing new health habits. How the carnivore diet can lead to unexpected improvements in conditions like depression and anxiety. Why women may approach the carnivore diet differently than men and face unique challenges. How Dr. Wiedeman uses her platform to educate and coach others on the benefits of a carnivore lifestyle. How events like the Carb Sober Cruise and local meetups offer supportive environments. Why being part of a community can help in overcoming isolation and addiction. How eliminating certain foods can lead to noticeable health improvements in a short time. For information you can contact her on Instagram or YouTube @CarnivoreDoctor or on her website: https://www.carnivore-doctor.com Join her membership group where you will have daily contact to be able to talk & ask questions Https://carnivore-doctor-community.mn.co/ Carnivore Beach Retreat information: Http://carnivore-beach-retreat.mailchimpsites.com Sponsors LMNT: Order your LMNT electrolytes today and get a FREE 8 pack of samples! Plus try it risk free, they have a no-questions-asked refund policy – you don't even have to send it back! www.drinklmnt.com/KarenMartel BonCharge: Get 15% off your Red Light Mask with coupon KM15 here! JustThrive: For a limited time, you can save 20% off a 90 day bottle of JustThrive probiotic at https://justthrivehealth.com/discount/Hormone with coupon code: HORMONE Are you in peri or post menopause and looking to optimize your hormones and health? At Hormone Solutions, we offer telemedicine services and can prescribe in every U.S. state, as well as in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario in Canada. Visit karenmartel.com to explore our comprehensive programs: Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Individualized Weight Loss Programs Peptide Therapy for weight loss Interested in our NEW Peptide Weight Loss Program? Join today and get all the details here. Join our Women's Peri and Post Menopause Group Coaching Program, OnTrack, TODAY! Your host: Karen Martel Certified Hormone Specialist, Transformational Nutrition Coach, & Weight Loss Expert Karen's Facebook Karen's Instagram