The Science and Myths of the Paleo Diet with Trevor Connor and Dr. Griffin McMath

In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Dr. Kate Kresge sits down with Trevor Connor and Dr. Griffin McMath of The Paleo Diet to explore why the Paleo diet is more relevant than ever in today's world of extreme dieting. You'll hear them discuss: How modern food processing has introduced foods our bodies aren't designed to digest How grains, dairy, and ultra-processed foods may impact overall health and digestion The health benefits of following a paleo lifestyle How the paleo diet supports sustainability, budget-friendly eating, and even brain health The practical aspect of adopting a paleo diet Trevor is the CEO of The Paleo Diet and Co-Founder of Fast Talk Laboratories. A former professional cyclist who competed until age 53, his journey with the paleo diet began when he was a student at CSU studying under Dr. Loren Cordain, the diet's originator. Initially skeptical, his attempts to disprove the diet's principles led him to become one of its strongest advocates after experiencing significant improvements in his own health and athletic performance. Dr. McMath is the Chief Content Officer at The Paleo Diet, LLC, bringing her background in health advocacy and integrative healthcare to the team. She has a diverse career history having worked in academic integrative oncology partnerships, nonprofits within public and professional health education, and more. She now focuses on making the paleo lifestyle accessible and practical for diverse populations. Additionally, Dr. McMath is a Co-Host of Fast Talk Podcast. Previously, she was an Editor-at-Large at the Institute for Natural Medicine. Labs Mentioned Zonulin Testing Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) TH17 Guest Details: Trevor Connor's LinkedIn , X Dr. Griffin McMath's Website , LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , X , TikTok The Paleo Diet Website Fast Talk Laboratories Website , Podcast Rupa Health Details: Rupa Health's Website , LinkedIn , Instagram , YouTube Rupa Health Reference Guide & Magazine Dr. Kate Kresge ’s Website , LinkedIn , Instagram , Youtube & Twitter Timestamps 03:48 - Why Is the Paleo Diet More Important Than Ever? 10:03 - The Science of the Paleo Diet 20:26 - How Certain Compounds in Grains May Affect Digestion and Nutrient Absorption 25:16 - How Wheat Consumption May Influence Immune Responses in Some Individuals 32:57 - Are Beans Paleo? 36:07 - Dairy and Growth Hormones 47:03 - What Happens When You Go Paleo? 44:52 - Living a Paleo Lifestyle 58:40 - Celebrating Small Wins in Dietary Changes 01:03:02 - Paleo Diet Resources