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The Primal Podcast

Rina Ahluwalia
Carnivore Diet
Nutrition
Weight Loss
Insulin Resistance
Obesity
Ketogenic Diet
Chronic Disease
Insulin
Heart Disease
Mental Health
Cancer
Alzheimer's Disease
Diabetes
Gut Health
Metabolic Health
Exercise
Visceral Fat
Oxalates
Cholesterol
Chronic Diseases

The Primal Podcast (previously known as 5 Minute Body) is hosted by Rina Ahluwalia, who has over 25 years of experience in the medical industry. The health podcast discusses root-cause healing including nutritional protocols like the Carnivore Diet to fix inflammation, hormonal dysregulation, heart disease, cancer, dementia, and mental health disorders. Learn More: www.theprimal.com/

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This episode is brought to you by Primal Skincare.

Glycine deficiency can cause inflammation and poor sleep, according to Dr. Joel Brind. Dr Joel Brind is an expert in glycine and will discuss how glycine deficiency can cause inflammation, aches an... more

It turns out that belly fat is not a sign that you lack willpower. It is a sign that your stress levels and insulin are out of balance.

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I sat down with holistic doctor Sten Ekberg to explai... more

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Is your "healthy" supplement routine actually causing mineral imbalances? Today, we are joined by Morley Robbins, creator of the Root Cause Protocol, to expose the systemic mineral dysregulati... more

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Dr. Anthony Chaffee is a doctor and an expert in nutrition and its effects on the brain. In this episode, Dr. Chaffee will explain how sugar can damage the brain and cause brain-related disease... more

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Dr. Joel Brind
Biochemist and glycine researcher
Natural Food Science / Glycine research community
Episode: Ep 168 - Dr Brind | Glycine Fixes Inflammation & Increases Deep Sleep
Sten Ekberg
Former Olympian and health expert
Independent health educator
Episode: Ep 167 - Dr Ekberg | You Won't Lose BELLY FAT Until You Do This...
Morley Robbins
Known as the Magnesium Man and author of Cure Your Fatigue
Root Cause Protocol / Recuperate supplement
Episode: Ep 166 - Morley Robbins | The Mineral Disaster Making People Sick [Magnesium, Copper, Iodine]
Dr. Anthony Chaffee
Brain health expert focusing on nutrition and neurodegeneration
Episode: Ep 165 - Dr Chaffee | How Sugar Causes Dementia & Alzheimer's [EAT THIS Instead]
Tim Noakes
Professor and researcher in nutrition and sports science
Independent researcher (South Africa)
Episode: Ep 163 - Prof Noakes | NEW 2026 Study Proves Our Bodies Are Not Designed To Run on Carbs
Dr. Lily Johnston
Board certified vascular surgeon with decades of clinical experience
Independent/Medical practice
Episode: Ep 161 - Dr Johnston | 25 Common Foods That Trigger Heart Attacks
Dr. Pradip Jamnadas
Interventional cardiologist
Cardiovascular Interventions, Orlando
Episode: Ep 160 - Dr Jamnadas | What Happens If You Don’t Eat For 36 Hours?
Benjamin Bikman
Metabolic scientist
Unspecified in episode
Episode: Ep 159 - Dr Bikman | #1 INSULIN Trick Proven To Burn Fat Faster
Dr. Mindy Pelz
New York Times bestselling author and fasting/functional medicine expert
Episode: Ep 158 - Dr Pelz | NEW Scientific Way To Burn Belly Fat FAST

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Rina Ahluwalia
Host of The Primal Podcast; leads interview-style discussions on root-cause health and nutrition.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 542 ratings
  • Over editing?

    The content interesting and engaging however, as a podcast it sounds over edited, I’m not hearing a natural flow to the conversations. Personally it sounds like AI tools too heavily at play?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Z_Dogg456
    Australiaa month ago
  • Fantastic, Science based advice for optimal nutrition

    Love the show, I’m so glad I found it. So many important guests with information we need to know to reclaim our health. One thing I would urge though, not to accept sponsors like Quaker Oats and Pepsi. They’re not supporting the goals listeners have.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tomfarrelly33
    United States4 months ago
  • Love Rina & her guests!

    She feels like a friend and mentor! Can’t wait to see her in person at Meatstock. Just ordered 2 Primal Tallow Balms because I know my dry skin needs the best nourishment as well as hydration.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eyedeal02
    United States7 months ago
  • One of the best!

    The information presented is spot on and so important in an age of misinformation about health and nutrition

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MAHA Supporter
    United States8 months ago
  • Not based in science

    Touting the carnivore diet to fix inflammation, hormonal dysregulation, heart disease, cancer, dementia, and mental health disorders is so dangerous and will kill many people. This is not remotely based on the vast majority of scientific evidence.

    Misinformation like this killed my father - he died of a heart attack while working out at his fitness facility - not realizing that exercise could not overcome a meat-centric dietary pattern. He never got to enjoy the retirement he worked so hard fo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DHCooks
    United States9 months ago

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Fans note the host's ability to push back and ask pertinent, non-sensational questions.
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Listeners praise the host's balanced interviewing style and depth of guests.

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Ep 168 - Dr Brind | Glycine Fixes Inflammation & Increases Deep Sleep
Q: What signs or tests can indicate glycine deficiency before trying supplementation?
Blood tests can measure glycine levels, but a practical approach is trying glycine supplementation to observe improvements in sleep and pain, given its broad safety profile and essential role in physiology.
Ep 167 - Dr Ekberg | You Won't Lose BELLY FAT Until You Do This...
Q: What are the five steps to lose belly fat that you outline?
The steps revolve around understanding calories and hormones, especially insulin; identifying if you are insulin-sensitive or insulin-resistant; prioritizing food quality (protein and fats over carbs); managing meal timing and fasting windows; and building a holistic lifestyle that includes stress management, exercise, and emotional well-being.
Ep 166 - Morley Robbins | The Mineral Disaster Making People Sick [Magnesium, Copper, Iodine]
Q: Do you think that if somebody has a mineral imbalance, that that can make you sick?
Yes, and the foundational factor is stress; mineral balance is disrupted by stress, which then cascades into energy production issues and downstream health problems.
Ep 161 - Dr Johnston | 25 Common Foods That Trigger Heart Attacks
Q: So Dr. Johnston, my first question, you are a board certified vascular surgeon. Do you think that heart attacks are preventable?
Heart attacks are a systemic disease with multiple risk factors; prevention is about addressing a range of factors from inflammation to lipid biology, plaque characteristics, and lifestyle changes, rather than relying on a single measure.
Ep 162 - Dr Koutnik | #1 Way To Lose Weight & Fix Disease [EAT THIS]
Q: How would you measure ketosis and how long have you been on a ketogenic diet?
Ketosis is best tracked with capillary blood glucose and ketone meters (e.g., Keto Mojo) rather than urine strips, and Dr. Koutnik has been on a ketogenic diet for about 15 years with ketone levels typically between 0.3 and 1.5 mmol/L depending on goals.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Primal Podcast

What is The Primal Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program centers on root-cause health and metabolic optimization, frequently exploring how hormones, insulin, and dietary patterns influence fat loss, brain health, cardiovascular risk, and inflammation. Episodes often pair clinician or researcher guests with practical, lifestyle-oriented guidance—covering fasting protocols, ketogenic and carnivore approaches, gut health, and skeptical takes on conventional dietary guidelines. A notable strength is the host's calm, probing interview style that surfaces actionable steps, real-world anecdotes, and sponsor-integrated tools to help listeners implement lasting changes. The show tends to attract health-minded professionals and educated listeners seeking evidence-informed strategies to improve... more

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1. Dr. Joel Brind
2. Sten Ekberg
3. Morley Robbins
4. Dr. Anthony Chaffee
5. Tim Noakes
6. Dr. Lily Johnston
7. Dr. Pradip Jamnadas
8. Benjamin Bikman

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