Craig Emmerich | Engineer to Nutrition Expert: Low Carb Diet Science| July 29, 2025 Ep. 13

Craig on Instagram: @craig_emmerich

His wife Maria: @mariaemmerich

Work with them: ketomaria.com

Next Speaking event: https://www.lowcarbusa.org/san-diego-2025/

His macro Calculator: https://mariamindbodyhealth.com/calculator/

Their YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyZia0TtezGqjGcXwXJhDoQ

Summary:

In this episode of the Low Carb Consultant Podcast, Max interviews Craig Emmerich, an electrical engineer turned nutrition strategist. Craig shares his journey from engineering to nutrition, highlighting the importance of understanding biochemistry and the individualization of dietary approaches. They discuss the role of protein in maintaining health, the implications of the sugar diet, and the significance of addressing insulin resistance. Craig also shares his personal health journey with Lyme disease and how it led him to adopt a carnivore diet. The conversation emphasizes the need for a whole foods approach and the importance of protein in a healthy diet.

Takeaways:

Craig Emmerich transitioned from engineering to nutrition after witnessing his wife's health transformation.

Engineers often excel in nutrition due to their problem-solving mindset and focus on root causes.

Nutrition should focus on fixing root causes rather than just treating symptoms.

Individualized approaches to diet are crucial; one size does not fit all.

Losing weight requires understanding energy inputs and outputs in the body.

Craig's experience with Lyme disease led him to adopt a carnivore diet, which improved his symptoms.

Protein is essential for muscle maintenance and overall health, especially as we age.

The sugar diet may yield short-term results but can have long-term health consequences.

Insulin resistance often originates in fat cells, which can become overwhelmed and dysfunctional.

A high protein, whole foods approach is recommended for optimal health.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Craig Emmerich

01:10 Craig's Journey from Engineering to Nutrition

04:04 The Engineer's Mindset in Nutrition

06:09 Understanding Inputs and Outputs in Diet

10:15 Craig's Personal Health Journey with Lyme Disease

14:17 Fat vs. Protein: Finding the Right Balance

19:18 Exploring Protein Sparing Modified Fasting

22:02 Calculating Protein Needs for Individuals

25:59 The Role of Protein Timing in Diet

28:43 Debunking Protein Myths

38:13 The Sugar Diet: Pros and Cons

47:17 Understanding Insulin Resistance and Fat Cells

56:09 Craig's Daily Routine and Future Projects

Keywords:

Craig Emmerich, low carb, keto, nutrition, protein sparing modified fasting, sugar diet, insulin resistance, health journey, biochemistry, engineering mindset