Stephanie "Keto" Person | What Keto, Carnivore & Fasting Are Getting Wrong | September 27, 2026 | Ep. 85

Summary:

In this episode, Stephanie Person shares nearly two decades of experience in the ketogenic space and challenges some of today’s biggest keto and carnivore trends. She explains why she views diets as tools rather than dogma, why she questions high-protein carnivore and extreme fasting, and why factors like stress, metabolic health, individual history and lifestyle can dramatically influence results.

Stephanie also opens up about her own approach to nutrition, training and longevity as she approaches 60, the importance of mindset and authenticity, and why true health goes far beyond what you eat. We also discuss GLP-1s, dietary trends, her evolving philosophy on health, and what’s next—including upcoming retreats and her new book.

Find Stephanie:

Site: https://www.stephanieperson.com/

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/stephanieketogenic

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/fitsk8chick

Key topics:

The importance of individualized diet plans

Common misconceptions about keto and carnivore diets

The impact of stress, toxins, and lifestyle on metabolic health

The significance of mindset and mental attitude in health

Practical strategies for diet customization based on health history The importance of belief and mindset in manifesting health and success

Critique of mainstream diet trends and the deception in the health industry

The role of mental resilience and tuning out noise for success

Holistic approaches to health including nature, horses, and nervous system reset

Stephanie's plans for retreats, a book, and holistic health education

The pitfalls of fasting, keto, and supplement scams

The significance of grazing, movement, and real food in health

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message

00:10 Introduction to Stephanie's holistic health philosophy

01:27 Guest Background and Expertise

04:00 The power of belief and manifestation in health

04:11 Mother's Cancer Journey and Keto's Role

07:03 Stephanie's Age and Lifestyle Secrets

07:50 Common Misconceptions About Keto

07:56 Critique of mainstream diet industry and scams

10:58 Misunderstandings About Electrolytes and Keto

11:59 The importance of mental resilience and tuning out noise

14:26 High Protein Carnivore Diets: Myths and Realities

16:13 Stephanie's journey from Hollywood to land living

18:20 The Importance of Diet as a Tool, Not a Religion

20:06 Her approach to health beyond diet: horses, nature, and nervous system reset

23:57 The role of grazing, movement, and real food in well-being

24:23 Risks of High Protein and Carnivore Diets

27:31 Personalized Approach to Carnivore and Keto

27:58 The pitfalls of fasting, keto, and supplement scams

31:59 Building a life aligned with true self and purpose

35:05 The Role of Blood Work and Human Connection

35:59 Upcoming retreats, book, and holistic health education

37:37 Living Young and Embracing Change

40:07 Final thoughts: authenticity, resilience, and living fully

41:11 Success Factors in Health Coaching

43:22 Mindset and Readiness for Change

Keywords:

ketogenic diet, metabolic health, keto adaptation, personalized nutrition, health coaching, carnivore, high fat diet, blood sugar, gut health, stress management health, diet, carnivore, keto, holistic wellness, mental resilience, life philosophy, retreats, book