Ray Peat

Ray Peat is a PhD in Biology with a specialization in Physiology from the University of Oregon. He has taught at several universities, including the University of Oregon, Urbana College, and Montana State University. Peat is most well known for his approach to nutrition, commonly referred to as the "pro-metabolic," bioenergetic, or sometimes the "Ray Peat" diet. His dietary approach is based on the bioenergetic theory of health, which focuses on supporting thyroid function and the body's natural energy-supporting hormones progesterone and pregnenolone. The Ray Peat diet is not a specific diet plan, but rather a set of principles that aim to correct hormonal imbalances and improve metabolism through "pro-metabolic" dietary changes. Some of the key principles of the Ray Peat diet include providing plenty of energy from fat and carbs, avoiding polyunsaturated fats and focusing on saturated and monounsaturated fats, eating a variety of nutrient-dense foods, avoiding processed foods and artificial sweeteners, and drinking plenty of water and avoiding excessive caffeine and alcohol consumption.