67: Healthier Thanksgiving Dinner Starts With This

The Primal Shift

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, many of us are gearing up to prepare the perfect holiday feast. But before you grab just any turkey from the supermarket, consider opting for a pasture-raised bird. They have better fat profiles, more nutrients, and superior flavor compared to their factory-farmed counterparts. Plus, pasture-raised turkeys are often raised via regenerative farming practices that benefit the planet.

In this episode of the Primal Shift Podcast, I explain why the way a turkey is raised directly impacts its nutritional value, and how conventional farming practices can lead to birds full of inflammatory omega-6 fats. By contrast, pasture-raised turkeys that forage naturally have a more balanced omega-3 to omega-6 ratio, which reduces inflammation and promotes overall health. Additionally, these birds are richer in vitamins and minerals due to their varied diet of grass and insects, making them a far healthier option for your holiday table.

Plus, I’ll tell you what we’ve learned since we started raising our own slow-growing turkeys here at the Kummer Homestead. From having full control over their diet and lifestyle to seeing the direct impact on their health, it’s been an eye-opening journey.

If you’re looking for a more flavorful, nutrient-dense bird this Thanksgiving — and one that aligns with your values around health and sustainability — this episode is for you. Join me for a conversation about the benefits of ethical farming, and how the choices we make around food can influence both our health and our environment.

In this episode:

00:00 - Intro

00:18 - Why choose a pasture-raised turkey?

01:34 - The health benefits of pasture-raised turkeys

03:35 - Ethical reasons for choosing pasture-raised

07:53 - Final thoughts: What your turkey choice reflects

08:50 - Next episode’s preview

Learn more:

The Primal Shift Podcast with Dr. Anthony Gustin: The Shocking Truth Behind Pasture-Raised Chicken and Pork: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/dr-anthony-gustin-the-shocking-truth-behind-pasture-raised-chicken-and-pork/

Small Space, BIG Homestead | Kummer Homestead Complete TOUR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24tUsLyFK6M

Shopping for an animal-based diet at Walmart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3iQOoEAwzTc

Shopping for an animal-based duet at Aldi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2woWi7T0GU

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[Medical Disclaimer]

The information shared on this video is for educational purposes only, is not a substitute for the advice of medical doctors or registered dietitians (which I am not) and should not be used to prevent, diagnose, or treat any condition. Consult with a physician before starting a fitness regimen, adding supplements to your diet, or making other changes that may affect your medications, treatment plan, or overall health.

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