I’m a heart surgeon and not a fan of meat—6 high-protein foods I eat all the time: Your ‘brain will thank you’

CNBC ^ | August 08, 2025 | Dr. Steven Gundry, Contributor

[Sacajaweau]

I like real food...that fills my gut...

[dinodino]

Today is National Filet Mignon Day, not National Spirulina Day…

[Georgia Girl 2]

Thanks but no thanks. 😏

[Dr. Sivana]

Hemp again?! Is there anything it cannot do?

Dr. Jordan Peterson should have him on. They can go at it.

Of course, while both men are doctors, neither really specialize in the effects of an all animal meat diet.

[blackdog]

"The food my food eats"

- Ron Swanson

[BBQToadRibs2]

Disappointed Cicadas weren’t on there.

[Bob434]

I’m a heart attack waiting to happen and I don’t care... gimme a fat drenched ribeye any day and I will die happy

[Carry_Okie]

For those who wish to know, Gundry is serious about his research, particularly in intestinal microflora. Yes, he’s an incessant self-promoter hawking his products. So far, I’ve found that most of them work.

It will be a very long time before we gain a full understanding of the relationships between food, the microbiome, and overall health. It’s good that smart people are working on it.

[FreedomForce]

Gundry became famous by pushing his anti-lectin obsession. I don’t place much trust in what he says. There are grains of truth in what he promotes, but I wouldn’t rigidly follow his nutritional advice.

[Sacajaweau]

He likes bird food...

The worst thing in my lifetime....commercials.

[Teacher317]

And insects.... don’t forget your insects!

[If You Want It Fixed - Fix It]

He hates meat. I love it.

Here are six meat proteins that will make you a happier guy to be around:

Bacon
Steak
Porkchops
Hot Dogs
Salami
Chilli
Burgers
Bacon
Pepperoni
Beef Jerky
Bologna
Ham
Chicken Wings
Sausage
Bratworst
Bacon
Stir Fry anything
Shrimp
Eggs

Forget it, I have bacon on my mind....

Ok,

[lado]

This guy is so out of touch. Has the average American even heard of Hemp protein, Baru nuts, Spirulina or Sorghum? I certainly haven’t. You gonna put those on your shopping list next time?
Why can’t they just recommend food that is commonly known that would be better for you to eat (ie rye bread instead of white bread)?

[dfwgator]

What food did cavemen eat?

Our bodies were designed to be cavemen.

[Presbyterian Reporter]

“””Lentils are my top choice when it comes to legumes.”””

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I like lentils and glad to see them rated #1. As for the rest, no thanks.

[Nervous Tick]

“Dr. Steven Gundry, MD, is a former cardiac surgeon”
... but he sucked at that demanding job so he changed into an influencer like all the other incompetent fast talking BS artists...???

[JesusIsLord]

[PUGACHEV]

I have heard of Spirulina, otherwise know as pond scum. It is actually pretty potent stuff. One small glass, and you feel like lighting bolts are shooting off of your fingers. However, making a regular diet of Spirulina will give you some unfortune digestive problems, requiring frequent trips to the bathroom, among other things.

Lentils, OTOH, are 100% good. They are used a lot in Indian food, and Mamoon's in the East Village on St. Marks, has a lentil soup you have to try at least once in your life.

[webheart]

Right. Always consult your doctor before making any drastic changes. I will make an appointment now. Actually I don’t trust the guy in the picture. He pops up on YouTube and says don’t eat these three foods, spends fifteen minutes talking about why, and doesn’t actually say what three foods. You have to pay for that. I’m glad they showed us his picture. Now, if you don’t mind, I am going to eat some eggs and bacon and take a steak out of the freezer for tonight.