I appreciate you can get enough Vit c from fresh meat alone if you are healthy. But if you are not healthy there may be a need to supplement Vit c until the gut, general inflammation or other factors have healed. I have tried plain powdered ascorbic acid, but I’m pretty certain I‘m reacting to it. For those who are also very sensitive to foods and supplements, what forms of vitamin c have you had success with, if any? Thanks.

Does anyone know of a good Beef/Beef organs protein powder? Most common protein powders out there are whey based, and the beef ones I've found contain sweeteners or other unwanted stuff.

Protein shake has always been a very effective way to get in an extra meal, specially when I'm traveling, but having trouble finding a clean one that's carnivore/animal based compatible.

Hey guys, what would you say are the standard biomarkers we'd want to test in bloodwork? I want to check levels of inflammation, and I'd like the advanced lipid panel that breaks down the LDL into size, and also ApoB. I'm not an expert here, but Im curious what else I'd want to look for? I remember Saladino did some test that was pretty comprehensive....Im willing to spend a little money to get all the right markers.

Anyone else have a similar experience? I also tried copious amounts of caffeine from iced tea (as a test) and it seems like all stimulants have a MUCH more muted effect on me now.

I can take my ADHD medication and not feel “cracked out” at all. Which is amazing. But I also hardly have a need for it anymore lol. The difference really is night and day. I wonder why.

If you have been carnivore for less than 7 weeks, post all your questions and experience reports here. It is almost certain that your experience is a frequently asked or low-effort question.

It is also true that the adaptation period for this way of eating is a lot like going through puberty. Everyone feels like things are weird and wrong and no one else has experienced what they are going through. Everyone is worried about changes in their body and thinks it might not be normal. In truth, it's all perfectly normal. Your body might do weird things, but it's going through changes. After you get through adaptation, you'll wonder why you worried at all.

So, go ahead and ask your questions about getting started here. Post about your experiences here. Post about your worries and how you don't think this is working for you here. Don't give advice that encourages people to give up. Don't give people advice to cheat or consume plant foods. Don't give advice to take supplements or drugs to treat temporary struggles.

I'm two weeks in today. Osteoarthritis in booth knees. I've been keto for over a year. I'm treating this as an elimination diet--if the arthritis improves, I'll start adding other things back to see the effect. The adjustment was easy and I felt more and better mental energy within a couple of days--not dramatic, but noticeable. Also some insomnia with that, but not too bad. I think there was a little improvement in knees three or four days ago but not since. I'm a little tired of all the grease and monotony and would really love some heavy cream in my coffee! I know the general advice is to give it at least a month, but with the prior keto, easy adjustment I wonder if that's necessary. Thoughts? Thank you!

29 Year old male here. Any other males notice there erections feel sort of less "full" when they do carnivore? I still get rock hard erections, but there is something about the way it feels and looks almost like its less full, more narrow, and the good Lord knows I don't need that lol! Just curious because i went a week strict zero carb last week, with great morning wood, and then I had a carb heavy meal over the weekend and my Johnson looked so full and large.. almost the way carbs can make your muscles look bigger and more full but I was not aware the penis acts in similar ways. Just curiosity. Any thoughts?

If so, do you season it with anything? Do you eat it with just salt?

I've recently come across r/SaturatedFat and am really understanding the importance of it in our diets. I'm trying to find ways to slurp down more fat without just eating sticks of butter and also just simplifying my diet.

I recently became carnivore and am wondering how long it has taken those of you who have experienced allergies and/or asthma, to start noticing a difference with them, if any.

Any feedback appreciated!(:

Thank you!

I recently about 2.5 weeks ago started this journey, the reason was one morning I was feeling a little "A bit off" my wife is type 2 and I was normal. So Checked BP it was good, but she suggested a Glucose check it was 103. This was upon waking up in the morning. So I did some searching and this is outside the normal in the morning. So I was like uh oh. I had read so much about Carnivore for the past few months watching and reading the big names on youtube and following a lot of success stories.

Anyway 2.5 weeks in and it does seem to still be a little the same 103 this very morning, but other times in the day is 77, 85, 81. I have been working the Eggs, Bacon, beef, salt, etc. Feeling a little weak in the legs but can't quite get a handle on the is blood sugar deal. I have not had a single carb in weeks, I figure its an adaptation period. I work a desk job, and I do move but I guess I am planning a exercise regiment now to easily slide into my day so its super easy to follow without getting lazy.

50Y Male, chunky but not terrible, 5'9" 192. Any Ideas what's going on here?

I appreciate the insight as I am a little confused. What could I be doing wrong?

I am an 84yr old female, very interested in anti aging and longevity without loss of ability to carry out activities of daily living. Starting my 4th month of strict carnivore and seeing results, especially in energy levels, and brain function.

I've been eating carnivore for around 3 months now, have recovered amazingly. Though, i now get huge dips after eating food. I still haven't been able to pinpoint exactly what the issue is, so maybe anyone knows what it could be.

I eat my first meal at 2pm after not eating from 6-7pm or so. I start with 500g chicken thigh with 10 eggs and 30-40grams of butter. 3-4 hours afterwards i eat 8 beef hamburgers. 1:1,2 fat ratio. I eat around 65% of my daily calories from fat, i even upped it lately to 70-72% but still the same issues; foggyness, tiredness and inflammation (seems to get back up).

Could it be the chicken with eggs meal not containing enough fat, or maybe even an intolerance?

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Is 3 227g ribeye steaks enough food for oje day?

If you have been carnivore for less than 7 weeks, post all your questions and experience reports here. It is almost certain that your experience is a frequently asked or low-effort question.

It is also true that the adaptation period for this way of eating is a lot like going through puberty. Everyone feels like things are weird and wrong and no one else has experienced what they are going through. Everyone is worried about changes in their body and thinks it might not be normal. In truth, it's all perfectly normal. Your body might do weird things, but it's going through changes. After you get through adaptation, you'll wonder why you worried at all.

So, go ahead and ask your questions about getting started here. Post about your experiences here. Post about your worries and how you don't think this is working for you here. Don't give advice that encourages people to give up. Don't give people advice to cheat or consume plant foods. Don't give advice to take supplements or drugs to treat temporary struggles.

Is it a suitable cut for pan frying? Also to eat rare/medium?

Granted I've only had 3 zero carb meals so far, but my switch in this experiment is from long-term keto rather than the SAD.

I'm not seeking to overcome any major health problems, as I have none, but am seeking better overall health. 3 minor issues I have are insomnia, burnout after dinner, and sometimes even lunch. Feeling of stuffiness in primarily my left ear canal. The burnout could be overcome with caffeine, but I'm too sensitive to caffeine to have it after noon, or it exacerbates the insomnia.

So what's changed after 2 zerocarb meals yesterday, and 1 this morning?

1. Burnout after meals was little to none.

2. I slept 9-10 hours straight.

3. I have less muscle soreness(I lift weights 2-3x week).

4. Stuffiness in ear seems to be lessened.

5. Less sensitivity to the morning coffee.

I realize part of the positive effects could be placebo, and also realize the good night's sleep is responsible for some of the changes, especially #3.

Well, if it isn't confirmation of what we all here know right?

https://arstechnica.com/science/2024/03/human-gut-bacteria-that-can-digest-plant-matter-probably-came-from-cows/

Anyone else get any dizziness after laying down then getting up doing zero carb? I've been going for 6 weeks, lost 20 lbs. Doing 30% calorie deficit.

So I gave up caffeine a long time ago due to heart and sleep issues. I do still drink quite a bit of decaf especially on cold weather days. What's the recommended hot beverage for those on pure carnivore? I'd like to stay away from things like bone broth to avoid breaking my fast since I'm OMAD most days.

Hi,

(35m) I'm living through an extremely tough and stressful moment in my life, dealing with grief, and I have absolutely no appetite. Should I fast or force myself to eat? I'm scared of falling off the diet, resorting to pizzas and junk food, and destroying my health, as well as regaining all the weight I lost. I was 270 lbs and now I'm 235.

Edit: I really appreciate all of your kind messages; they mean a lot to me.

I just picked up a slab of pork belly from Costco. To make bacon, can l use only salt or do I need some type of curing salt or vinegar? Does it make a difference in the texture or flavor? I would love to hear your thoughts and/or recipes!

Hi everyone,

is it okay/fine to eat my ground beef and beef fat trimmings when cold and with the rendered fat solid like butter?

Any comments/ remarks are appreciated!

Thanks!

I went (medically assisted) Keto in 2016 with extreme calorie restriction. I went from 330lbs to 240lbs in 4 months. over the next 4 years I "yo-yoed" up and down. In 2020 I decided to try it on my own. I went from 250lbs to 300lbs. I consumed way too many calories--especially nuts & keto snacks. I was constantly exhausted, depressed, impulsive, compulsive, obsessive and anxious. Sleep Study showed severe Apnea.

2 weeks ago I went from "keto" to Carnivore. I noticed occasional better sleep and occasional energy boosts. I started working out 3 days a week for 30 min. with free-weights. My wife said I still snore but very quietly. 7 days ago I cut out Energy Drinks (which was about 4-5/day). As expected, I felt tired and foggy. 4 days ago, I went Lion Diet (Except added butter to supplement the lean cuts). I eat about 16-20oz 2x/day. I also took about 5 "male enhancement" supplements 2 days ago (we're trying to conceive). Those gave me severe brain-fog, head and back aches, and a congested nose.

While I don't have the energy boost I hear about, i also don't feel as exhausted as I did before. I've also noticed my depression, O.C.D. and anxiousness have diminished to manageable levels.

However, according to the scale, I've lost 1lb. According to the tape measure, I've lost .5"-.75". I tested glucose today 3 hours after my meal and it was 9.6mmol/L. I tested Ketones and barely got to .5mmol/L at 4.5 hours after the meal. I'm very confused by these results. am I doing something wrong? There's a lot of contradiction: ("ignore calories, they're irrelevant"; "no, no, count calories, they matter", etc.). I'm hoping I just need to be patient.

Extra details: I'm Male, 6'7" tall, 46yo

Hey everyone. Just need some advice on how to continue carnivore after wisdom teeth extraction. Every advice online is just “eat ice cream, mash potatoes, bananas, apple sauce, fruit smoothies, ect.”

I’ve been on carnivore for 2 weeks now and my wisdom teeth are coming out in 3 weeks.. I’m just trying to continue carnivore/ketosis without getting dry sockets. I’m open keto ideas as well if that’s as far as diet accommodations can go with this type of surgery. Appreciate any and all recommendations.

Edit: Thank you all for the tips and tricks, definitely feeling prepared now :D

If you have been carnivore for less than 7 weeks, post all your questions and experience reports here. It is almost certain that your experience is a frequently asked or low-effort question.

It is also true that the adaptation period for this way of eating is a lot like going through puberty. Everyone feels like things are weird and wrong and no one else has experienced what they are going through. Everyone is worried about changes in their body and thinks it might not be normal. In truth, it's all perfectly normal. Your body might do weird things, but it's going through changes. After you get through adaptation, you'll wonder why you worried at all.

So, go ahead and ask your questions about getting started here. Post about your experiences here. Post about your worries and how you don't think this is working for you here. Don't give advice that encourages people to give up. Don't give people advice to cheat or consume plant foods. Don't give advice to take supplements or drugs to treat temporary struggles.

How do I know if

1. I am taking too or too little much magnesium, potassium, or sodium when the symptoms are very similar, AND
2. Which electrolyte(s) may be too high or too low when the symptoms overlap.

I found this online…

Electrolyte imbalances can occur with both deficiencies and excesses of key minerals such as magnesium, potassium, and sodium (often considered as the "last electrolyte" in common discussions). Here are signs associated with too little and too much of these electrolytes:

Magnesium Too Little (Hypomagnesemia):

• Muscle cramps or spasms
• Weakness
• Fatigue
• High blood pressure
• Irregular heartbeat
• Numbness and tingling
• Seizures
• Mood changes, like agitation and anxiety

Too Much (Hypermagnesemia):

• Nausea and vomiting
• Lethargy
• Muscle weakness
• Urinary retention
• Low blood pressure
• Irregular heartbeat
• Cardiac arrest in severe cases

Potassium Too Little (Hypokalemia):

• Weakness and fatigue
• Muscle cramps and twitching
• Muscle aches and stiffness
• Abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias)
• Digestive problems
• Tingling and numbness

Too Much (Hyperkalemia):

• Fatigue and weakness
• Numbness and tingling
• Breathing difficulties
• Chest pain
• Palpitations or irregular heartbeats
• Nausea and vomiting

Sodium Too Little (Hyponatremia):

• Nausea and vomiting
• Headache
• Confusion
• Loss of energy and fatigue
• Restlessness and irritability
• Muscle weakness, spasms, or cramps
• Seizures
• Coma

Too Much (Hypernatremia):

• Thirst
• Weakness
• Nausea and vomiting
• Confusion and irritability
• Severe cases can lead to seizures and coma

It's important to maintain a balanced intake of electrolytes, as both deficiencies and excesses can lead to serious health issues. Changes in electrolyte levels can be indicative of underlying health conditions, so it's advisable to seek medical advice if you experience symptoms related to electrolyte imbalances.

T2D runs in my family and I wouldn't be surprised if I were pre diabetic or at the least insulin resistant. I know that doing carnivore and reducing carbs to near 0 is supposed to minimize insulin levels throughout the day. (I'm doing this for weight loss)

What are ideal levels of BG?

If BG levels spike after a meal is that an indicator of being insulin resistant?

If my levels of BG are higher what could I do to stabilize them and lower them?

I'm going to be buying a BG monitoring kit And I've been on carnivore for a month now.

I've struggled for years to get past a 240lb plateau I started carnivore to lose the weight and feel healthier and love it so far and I'm in this for the long haul just trying to figure out what I can do to help my body progress.

I am posting this in other subreddits, but enjoy and trust this one so I wanted to ask it here, too. I exclusively cook with cast iron and will often crank the heat up on high and cook with leftover animal fat or butter. Is there any negative consequence of doing this?

It is essentially frying the food in a fat, and I feel like I'm trained to think that cooking foods in this way is inherently unhealthy due to deep fried foods that are done with other types of oils. Does the type of oil matter or is this still causing a breakdown of the foods and causing something to happen during the cooking process, such as how trans fats develop and whatnot.

I may be misunderstanding much of that process but am hoping to get clarification.

Started my carnivore journey 5 days ago, before I started reducing my carbs intake for 3 days.
I am unable to detect any differences. Specifically, I am referring to low energy levels, problems with stools in any way, and other issues that everyone is talking about when they are just starting out. Is it possible that I am doing something wrong, or that my body is still not emptying its carbohydrate stores? Or they are not present in every single person.

Even though I was going through my regular workout routine at the gym and lifting heavy weights 4 times already this week.

Carnivore Brunch in Midtown NYC: Saturday 2/3/24 1-3 pm. 

This is a get together for carnivore lifestylers to socialize, share experiences, cooking tips, exercise tips and so on.

Venue is a commercial loft/event space near the Herald Square subway. 

Everything is zero carb 

2 Egg Japanese Omelet* (four bucks)

10+2 oz Ribeye Steak* (thirteen bucks)

1/3 lb Burger* (three bucks)

Sparking Water/Coffee (one buck)

*Eggs: pasture raised/organic

*Beef: 100% grass-fed New Zealand beef

*Grass-fed beef tallow, organic butter, ghee, and salt available as desired.