Episode #217 - Dr. Peter Ballerstedt
Dr. Peter Ballerstedt is an advocate for ruminant animal agriculture and its benefits to healthy soil, healthy plants, and healthy humans. After facing a health crisis in 2007, Peter devoted himself to learning about metabolic health and living a “low-carb lifestyle.”
Professionally, Peter is a forage agronomist and ruminant nutritionist, earning a doctorate from the University of Kentucky. In his journey to regain his health, Peter noticed the gaps between science and policy and between agricultural producers and the consumer.
Now, Peter seeks to bridge these gaps by being an advocate for ruminant health through his presentations, unique brand of humor (you have to check out his dad jokes on Instagram), and as de facto leader of the “Ruminati.”
On the podcast today, Peter shares with us:
How bologna is just a hot dog pancake and the benefits of processed meat
How animal-sourced foods can be a solution for Global food problems
You can still make good food choices with limited choices
The environmental costs of healthcare
His three guiding principles:
Animal-sourced foods are essential for public health
Animal agriculture, in general, and ruminant animal agriculture, in particular, is essential for food systems
These animal-sourced foods are part of our cultural heritage – wherever that heritage comes from
