Craig Emmerich: An Engineer's Guide to Optimizing Health - #96

What happens when an electrical engineer combines his passions for nutrition and biochemistry to help others live healthier lives? That's exactly what Craig Emmerich and his wife Maria have done by creating a successful nutrition business and co-authoring numerous books on the benefits of a low-carb, ketogenic diet. In this jam-packed episode, Craig explains the science behind nutrition, how our bodies handle saturated fat, and how our bodies function as a system of inputs and outputs. Craig's engineering background formed his understanding of the body and the importance of addressing the root cause of health issues through dietary changes. From discussing the importance of protein-sparing modified fasts to exploring the role of essential vitamins and minerals, this episode is a goldmine of valuable insights for anyone interested in improving their health through informed nutrition choices. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation with Craig Emmerich as he shares his expertise in the field of nutrition and provides valuable perspectives on the benefits of a low-carb, ketogenic diet for overall health and longevity. Quick Guide 0:35 Partnered Nutrition Business Building 11:26 An engineer's perspective from a biochemical standpoint 20:43 Protein Sparing Modified Fast Importance 36:17 Nutrition, Supplements, and Fat Metabolism 49:14 Fat Cells and Insulin Resistance 1:04:37 Healthy Eating for Longevity 1:10:25 Connecting With Craig for Keto Resources Get to know our guest Craig Emmerich is an electric engineer who looks at a systems approach towards nutrition. Along with his wife Maria Emmerich, he has spent the last 15 years studying nutrition and working with thousands of people, writing including their best-selling books "The Carnivore Cookbook" and "Keto: The Complete Guide" internationally. He helps people heal and reduce weight by utilizing their biology and his understanding of how our bodies function. Connect with him Website: https://ketomaria.com Episode snippets 04:48 - 05:24 They stay for health improvements 11:38 - 13:00 How an engineer works to find the outcomes 17:15 - 18:23 People are using sunscreen yet skin cancer rates are increasing 36:20 - 39:26 It’s better to get them from foods 42:37 - 43:00 - Energy is saturated fat Send Dr. Ovadia a Text Message. (If you want a response, you must include your contact information.) Dr. Ovadia cannot respond here. To contact his team, please send an email to [email protected] WEBSITE: Stay Off My Kitchen Table Like what you hear? Head over to IFixHearts.com/book to grab a copy of my book, Stay Off My Operating Table.  Ready to go deeper? Talk to someone from my team at IFixHearts.com/talk. Ready to take control of your health?  Grab Dr. Ovadia’s brand new book Stay Off My Kitchen Table now!  This isn’t just another diet book; it reveals why it’s not just what you eat, but what your body actually absorbs that determines your health. If you’re struggling with low energy, stubborn weight, or feeling like “healthy eating” isn’t working… this book shows you exactly how to fix it. Learn how to reset your gut Eliminate hidden foods sabotaging your progress Unlock real energy, metabolism, and longevity Don’t wait until it’s too late. Take action today. Get your copy of Stay Off My Kitchen Table now. Learn More: Take Dr. Ovadia's metabolic health quiz: iFixHearts  Dr. Ovadia's website: Ovadia Heart Health Theme Song : Rage Against Written & Performed by Logan Gritton & Colin Gailey (c) 2016 Mercury Retro Recordings Any use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from Dr. Philip Ovadia.