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@LauraSpath my mom and I currently have bronchitis. One thing that is recommended is to drink orange juice and carrot juice. If you were sick and that was recommended, could you drink orange juice/carrot juice, or would they also not agree with you the way whole veggies and fruit don't?
I personally wouldn't, and sugar is not going to help you heal. If you want the Vitamin C just take a tablet (that doesn't have sugar). If I was sick I would stick with broth, electrolytes, and eggs.
@cziegle3794 Dr Berg here on TH-cam warns that 80%+ of Vitamin-C tablets on the market are NOT pure & are chemically created in China. Lemon juice & saurkraut are naturally high in Vitamin-C he explains. 😊
I am 6o days on carnivore and 21 pounds down. My energy is fantastic and sleep is dramatically improved. I'm looking forward to checking my labs at the 90 day mark. Not bad for a 64 year old grandma!😊
At an age of 38 I just dropped from 280 pounds to 220 pounds over the last 6 months with healthy + restrictive eating and 10k-15k steps. I followed meal plan from website Onlymeal, plan was focused on weight loss. I am very exited for 2025 and a big contributor to this excitement is your content. Thanks for being my fav youtube channel, keep it up and have an amazing 2025!
Consistency is what I need. Food is part of how I manage emotions, so I'm constantly working on that. 🤔 Community and support are so important. No one in my life eats this way.
Laura... very grateful for this video. 🎉 I went 100% carnivore September 1st 2024. I spent hours watching TH-cam videos every day to keep at it. I am the only carnivore I know of in my community. I'm 82 years old, my family thinks I'm nuts, but before I started I went to my healthcare provider and got a green light. Labs drawn 60 days into it and everything was perfect. That stopped the naysayers. My "why": weight loss, autoimmune issues, IBS - d, RA. I'm down 20 lb, my mental Clarity is greatly improved. However I'm still waiting for the healing on the IBS. It is not an instant fix, but I know everyday I'm closer to the healing. I'm so glad you told your viewers that it is not a diet you can have one foot in and another foot in the standard American diet. Fortunately I knew that going in and have not faltered. Once again thank you for this video❤.
I have had an amazing year of carnivore, down 115 pounds, lost 14.5 inches from my waist and 10 inches from my hips, ready to hit goal weight this year, and have started regular exercising.
Same here. Last night th3 family got Papa John's Pizza, I did get wings but 6 wings did not fill this guy up. LOL. I did end up eating 6 tortilla chips, but to me that is still a win. 😅
I'm fasting today and will be ready to hit the ground running tomorrow. Electrolytes are on hand to stave off any headaches, but I'm looking forward to a more healthy 2025. You're one of my favorite carnivores and I look forward to every one of your videos and livestreams.
Man I wish my wife was motivated to do this. Would make life so much easier being on the same page with your spouse wanting to live a healthier lifestyle, but she has no desire to give up her sweets, pops, junk food, and all of that. You're so lucky your husband supports you in all of that! Has to be an amazing feeling.
Just lead by example and she'll likely follow once she sees the positive results in you! Make your burger patties with cheese or a ribeye smell and look simply irresistible! Mmm
I used to feel this way when I was a mostly plant based person and my husband wasn’t. He wanted to start the carnivore diet and when he said “it would be so much easier if we both did it” I said “ok I’ll do it with you!” Things really are so much easier and I feel better not eating pounds and pounds one fruits and veggies all day. My bloating is gone and the brain fog is almost gone. Maybe once she sees how great you are feeling she may jump on board. Good luck ❤
Hi all - Happy New Year! I'm restarting again today Jan 1st, 2025. I learned about and started BBBE last year in the early spring. About 6 - 8 weeks in I had lost around 30+ lbs. I decided I wanted to get a blood test panel to learn what my numbers were and then check again at the end of the weight loss journey. The results were great even after such a short time, and I felt great. Significant improvement: blood pressure down, A-1c down, cholesterol down, etc. I was very pleased. Doc said I was doing great. He asked what I was doing and I responded carnivore. He shrugged his shoulders, rolled his eyes and said I HAD to eat some fruits and vegetables. Okay, I did start adding those foods back in and you can guess what happened. Yep, the weight all came back and now here we are - 2025 - the weight is back along with all the aches and pains. Every body is different. A food regime is not a one size fits. For MY body Carnivore is the best+++ and WW, Diabetes, Mediterranean, and STD are causing too many negative issues. So sorry Doc I am back to carnivore today. Hooray for a new year and a new beginning, a happier healthier 2025. Good Luck to all who are also starting and restarting today. Diane
I appreciate you sharing with us! I have been looking for some inspiration for the last few days, this is exactly what I was looking for a new refreshing update! You are awesome and very encouraging thank you so much! 😊
This isn’t just a diet-it’s a commitment! This is some of the best advice out there, and I truly hope people take it to heart. You can’t approach this halfway; it’s all or nothing. Either you’re in, or you’re not. From what I’ve seen, the people who struggle the most are often those who try to justify small cheats here and there-"Oh, it was just one slice" or something similar. I don’t want to sound harsh, but if you’re not being honest with yourself about what you’re eating and then turn around and say, "It’s not working," it can be frustrating. When that happens, it not only holds you back but also risks discouraging others who might benefit from this approach. Honesty with yourself is crucial. If you’re not ready to commit fully, that’s okay-take the time you need. But don’t half-commit and then claim it doesn’t work. That’s not fair to you or anyone else. Be all in when you’re ready-it could make all the difference.
Got back on the carnivore train yesterday. Freezer is now packed and portioned with 🍖 🥩 ready for Jan. My biggest excitement is for the no bloat! Carbs aren’t worth feeling like crap anymore
I had major psoriasis issues but when I switched to an animal based diet eating meat, eggs, cheese, butter, and some fruits for me it cleared it all up. The human body is amazing what it can do once you aren't bogging it down with crap.
@@teresawhite791not a diet thing but if you can find it, try head and shoulders scalp treatment. I have tried EVERYTHING and this works so well. And it’s cheap! You apply it and massage it in and theres like a cooling really nice feeling and then rinse it off and it’s so much better when it dries. Hope this helps
A newbie here also! Started today, with my hubby. I’m pretty sure I’ve tried every diet on the planet, so I’m hoping I can adjust to this way of eating and just feel better again! Good luck to you!
Great information! I love this diet. It has changed my life. I am a diabetic I lost 90% of my pancreas which in turn made me a diabetic! I was shooting 40 units of insulin a day and still was at 10.6 on my A1C …… I am now at 7 with 40 units a week….. I am still dialing it in and would love to get to 6.0 or lower A1C…. I also focus on weight training! 65 and staying strong 💪
My family is not on-board. You are very blessed that your family is committed to this with you. It's HARD watching my family eat my favorite foods: cookies & bread. Somehow, somehow over time I just got it in my head that it's not an option for me... most of the time, that is! 😉
Over 6 months carnivore. F 62. Lost 50+ in first 3 months. I was not on any medication. I tried carnivore for weight loss. I’m a size 6 and weigh in the 170’s. Size 6 was my goal. I have learned to listen to my body cues. I am doing lion for world carnivore month. It’s my N=1. I don’t eat any vegetables. This month for no dairy or eggs. I’m excited to see how I feel after January. Lauras variety on her plates was my inspiration to go carnivore after being Keto for 5+ years. Give it a try. Experiment to help you understand what affects your body. 🎉
I'm starting tomorrow, I've already stocked my fridge with my fav meats and eggs. I plan to make this a lifestyle this go around. I hope to lose 40 lbs by May.
Dont forget the LMNT...watch out for the maltodextrose! If you are going to use it, use the unflavored or just use salt and take good magnesium and potassium supplements. That worked for me and much cheaper.
I've been doing carnivore for almost a month and I've experienced really no significant symptoms. My appetite has been significantly curbed and it's hard for me to eat two meals a day! Much less three. I don't snack between meals and cutting out sugar has seemed to be pretty straightforward. I've experienced increased energy and my mental acuity has increased significantly. I'll weigh myself once I'm a month in. My reason for embarking on the carnivore journey is to address HNT, general inflammation and arthritis / neuropathy.... I already see improvement in those areas too
I’ve been off and on carnivore for 2 years, and I am currently doing lion diet. When I am having bad cravings I allow myself to get a bacon burger bowl from Five Guys with lettuce, tomato, pickles and mayo on it. It is far better than caving to my sushi or chocolate cravings! I have also noticed that the more times I’ve “started” carnivore, the easier it’s gotten each time to let more things go.
@@truevine.houseplants I am restarting this week and I feel like I’m the opposite - that each time I try to restart it’s harder. I’m so mad at myself that I got off.
Starting the Carnivore today. My buddy turned me onto it. I'm 36 yr 5'9" 230Lbs. I was 183 back in 2022. I was very fit and the gym was my 2nd home. With life struggle and having a baby i let myself go into a depression. Im going head first into this and I hope to make a lot of progress in the next 3 months
Restarted carnivore after Christmas. Going so much better this time. I attempted the first time 1.5 years ago and it was awful. I was undiagnosed Celiac with really bad small intestine damage. (Didn't know to watch for gluten in processed meats) 2nd attempt this summer was better but still had issues. My GI wanted to wait until my gut healed for 9 months to 1 year. He was very encouraging about carnivore. I've slowly went low processed foods, and more animal products all fall. Now I'm feeling ready, and I think my gut is too.
Down 30 pounds needed a reset after the holidays, Thank you for the video , 40 more pounds to go :) started boxing and most importantly no more alcohol!!!
Hello. Thank you for all of your information and sharing. I just purchased LMNT for the first time under your page. Brand new to carnivore. Trying to be successful.
I first learned about the carnivore way of eating for health and weight loss from some random blonde woman who showed up on my TH-cam feed. (It was Laura) 😊 I couldn't believe she was telling me it's ok to just eat meat and fat. I mean, having studied to be a health coach more than 10 years ago, I "knew" we have to eat more veggies and less meat for optimal health. But I gave it a go for a month. Then another month. I kept going. I was surprised my health care practitioner was ok with my eating that way. She only asked that I come back in 6 months to have my cholesterol checked. (I didn't.) 🥴 I learned more about eating this way. Turns out I wasn't following it as well as I should. After I made some changes, I was flabbergasted by the burst of energy I had. More than a year later, my new blood work results confirmed this is the diet for me. Cholesterol, normal. Vitamin D, normal. A1C reduced. I'm only one point into prediabetic at 5.7, down from 6.1. My optometrist (who also eats this way) was very pleased by my eye health. I continue to learn. Right now, I completed first day of an intentional 5-day water fast. Wasn't hungry at all. I protein loaded the day before.
I have been doing this for 23 days, went into it going cold turkey, i have less inflammation in my knee due to osteoarthritis, also lost 4 inches from my weight, thanks for all this information ❤
I am currently 3 weeks into a strict bbbe - I been doing carnivore on and off since 2023 but decided I’m going to do a strict bbbe for 30 days and then slowly introduce cheese and other meats. I just completed a 72 hour water fast with no issues - loving the way of eating the only issue I face is I work on a remote mine site that doesn’t have a lot of food options and the steak is pretty average. So I tend to cook up a bunch of beef mince and freeze it to reheat in the microwave while I’m away
@@ridemtbwa7813 have you tried cold steak yet? I actually like it left over that way instead of reheated. Even cold hamburger patties aren’t bad. I really don’t like reheated beef unless I have an air fryer or toaster oven or something to reheat it. If you’re able to have pork chops or even chicken thigh, those are good cold too. And bacon! 🥓
I have lately been on a mostly keto mostly fat protein diet. But in the last several months the weight had been climbing from 175 to 182. Doesn’t sound like a lot but in 2012 I lost 73 lbs down from 241 to 167-170 and was able to keep that off for years. The weight was coming down after the holidays but decided to test 100% carnivore for the day, cooking at home, Lost a solid pound in one day!! Wasn’t hungry didn’t feel like snacking (I’m a chocoholic and love a glass of wine with a good steak dinner ) I am 77 and Pilates and walk every day. Watching ur videos has helped me know that it’s possible to eat out and stay on track.
My biggest takeaway after 504 days is there’s no hurry. Keep enjoying the great Carnivore food and our objectives should just happen before we know it.
On carnivore for 5 weeks. Blood pressure is normal. Medication never got blood pressure normal. Sleeps like a baby. No longer uses CPAP. Can walk my dog grandson without aches and pains. No more stiffness when getting out of bed. Able to zip up a new pair of vintage jeans I was saving. Will be 69 in February. For me, no good payoff to stop carnivore . Feeling and looking fantastic!!
I started carnivore immediately after Thanksgiving. To date, I've lost 15 pounds over 6 weeks, from 196 to 181. But more than that, my body shape has changed dramatically. I had a large stomach bulge that is now flat. I still have the spare tire roll of fat around the middle, but it's even all the way around. My legs are thinner as I can now fit into pants I previously could not due to my thighs not fitting. My waist has shrunk 3 inches and I now fit into the same pants I previously would have to lose at least another 10 pounds to fit into. I think the reason is that I'm gaining more muscle as I lose fat, converting as it were. So weight was my primary goal, body shape is now the hidden gem to this diet. I no longer have GERD too. I'm sleeping much better. My attitude is healthier as I just feel happier with my life.
You can do this. One trick I use when I start to feel weak and think about eating something unhealthy or my family is bombarding me with negative comments, I get on TH-cam and watch a bunch of carnivore videos and remind myself of all the benefits of this WOE. Hang in there. You will not regret it.
On day 4 of the diet.Had headache after day 1 and none after.Eat breakfast of 6 piece bacon and 4 eggs cooked in butter and some cheese.Not hungry till around 12 hours later at 7pm.Then I eat a steak or piece of chicken with a couple eggs.So far lost 3 pounds.I find it hard because this goes against the way I have eaten my whole life.I never used salt before and avoided grease and fat,always eating fruits and vegtables ,yet my weight is 230 pounds at 5'9".
@@mikewood4242 you got this! It is such a reversal in our brains and takes a while. I used to push my family all the time to eat fruits and vegetables and now I don’t at all and I think they find it funny.
Takes a while for the mind to adapt as well. That's why it's a good idea not to tell everyone. Mentally, we are easily led. I've been carnivore for 18 months. It gets better and simpler. Go with what makes it work for you.
I have family support, but I still have to cook all the sides for them, which is difficult. I’m also addicted to coffee with creamer. Not sure how to get around that!
Lots of carnivores still have coffee with creamer. As far as sides we try to keep it really simple things the kids can grab for themselves or I make a few ahead of time that they can just reheat so I'm not having to do that for every meal. Also depending on how old they are they can make their own sides.
@ My creamer has natural cane sugar, which I know I shouldn’t have, but need my coffee & can’t do it without sweetener. Maybe maple syrup? Also, I do all the cooking, my husband doesn’t cook or grill, that’s who I’m cooking the sides for 🤣
Maple syrup would be just as bad as sugar, you'd be better off switching to an artificial sweetener at least to get the sugar out and then maybe you can wean down over time
@kathryncurry8728 rubbish! Of course you can do coffee without sweetener. You just won't like it ... until you adapt & get used to it. Or give up coffee for a while & restart it without sweetener. If you don't want coffee without it, you are addicted to the sweetener not the coffee.
I got junk from my friends for telling my fiance that anything other than meat,eggs,limited dairy,butter does not come into the house. I told them "hey I told him all this before we got to the point of the wedding, we still have 1-2 years (moms health is the thing holding us back) if he is not ok with this I love him but I love my health more and he knows where the door is." it sounds super harsh but I want him to be 100% sure and committed to supporting mine and his health if he's going to marry me.
Hey Laura, been following for a while and love your videos and everything you’re doing. Something interesting that I probably missed from other videos is that your husband got rid of his sleep apnea on carnivore or something along those lines. I’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea and got a CPAP machine which I hate btw. The question is: Did your husband was diagnosed with severe sleep apnea and by doing carnivore he was able to reduced or eliminate sleep apnea symptoms? and was that confirmed by a sleep study? If that’s the case that’s enough motivation for me to give carnivore a shot this year. Thanks for all your advice!
Ive got back on carnivore since purposely coming off it to enjoy xmas eve xmas day and boxing day foods. The day after boxing day i started again,ive had diarrhea poops the past three days and im thinking its coffee, i have been drinking 3/4 a day with double cream bc i love the cream. Cutring that off frok today,ive had two already but no more cream now so thats it over. Im 13lbs off my goal weight ,feeling great bar the shats 😂
Keep going. Sometimes other factors slow down weight loss. Give it more time. It helps so many other things than just weight loss. Put away the scale. Obsession with weight loss is stressful & stress can prevent weight loss. Just relax & enjoy the food. Chill out! Focus on building muscle rather than losing weight... Persevere & you will be glad you did.
My husband reversed his high cholesterol and high blood pressure on Carnivore, but that's a situation it's CRUCIAL to be consistent and keep out the carbs or you will make things worse.
Yes and Yes. High cholesterol is not really bad, its the make up of cholesterol of LDL and HDL amounts. Small and large particle format matters also. Our brains are made with cholesterol.
Thank you Laura, i just found your videos and already subscribed. But the thing is that no one mention about "fat", you mentioned that i need to cut of fat if i am trying to loose weight but you didnt mention about how much we should intake. I know its hard to say it in general since we all have different types of bodies. I am 140 LB now, and trying to be 120 lb or maybe a little less. I want to lose fat from my belly and upper side where all the fats are stored. So now i dont know how many grams of fat should i be eating a day. I will get around 110-120 grams of protein but dont know anything about fat to loose weight.. thats why i keep postpone it.. is there any of one knows and share their idea i would be appreciate❤
I’m 24 year old female. I have been trying to lose my belly fat for years. Done every diet out there and I still can’t manage to lose weight. I only need to lose 20 pounds. Any tips?
Question. So if I am overweight, and that is fat, why would I want to add fat to my diet versus lean meat and then won't that burn before the fat that is on my body already?
I just started carnivore yesterday. I'm 325 lbs. I'm confused when you say choose lean meats for weight loss. All I've heard in my research is eat high fat meats. Now I'm not sure which way to go.
I think you want to eat lean meats because your body needs to learn how to use its own fat for energy that way you lose weight. If you eat fatty meats, your body won’t be getting the energy from its own at first, it will focus on the fats you’re consuming. I hope this helps you 😊
Laura, can you see if LMNT is willing to lower the price of their product. It's a bit over priced. I make my own, so I have some idea what the cost is. More than a $1 a package is a bit much. It's a great product, but I'm not paying $45 for the continence. It's clearly a $29 product, tops.
Question?? I’m a Zumba instructor teaching 4-5 times per week. Any suggestions for me starting the carnivore diet? I know I sweat out a ton and wonder about salt replacement. Thank you so much!
Yes you will definitely need more salt. My husband has an extra packet of LMNT on days he trains Jiu Jitsu. You can just see how you feel based on how much you need.
Happy new year first,.. I tried every single diet, keto, vegan, low carb... but the only diet that rly works is balanced diet with caloric deficit. I took my meal plan for weight loss from website OnlyMeal and I got balanced diet. I am eating 4 meals per day, and exercise 4 times per week. I dropped over 50lbs in 4 months and I never felt hungry
Good for you. I love carnivore because it is simple quick & satisfying. I dont have the time or inclination to plan & produce 4 meals a day... I also love it because it stopped excruciating joint pain & I'm no longer diabetic. It has worked wonders for my mental health. I eat a balanced carnivore diet. But congratulations on your weight loss.
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@@LauraSpath thank you so much!
How much weight have you regained
I fell off again after 3 month's strong but I won't let this be the end, God is my strength ❤
Keep going. You got this!💪
@joedyatrandom Thank you !
I lost 110lbs on carnivore, thanks for making these videos, love your channel Laura!
Super proud of you!!! I know your journey has inspired so many others as well!!
@LauraSpath my mom and I currently have bronchitis. One thing that is recommended is to drink orange juice and carrot juice. If you were sick and that was recommended, could you drink orange juice/carrot juice, or would they also not agree with you the way whole veggies and fruit don't?
I personally wouldn't, and sugar is not going to help you heal. If you want the Vitamin C just take a tablet (that doesn't have sugar). If I was sick I would stick with broth, electrolytes, and eggs.
@@LauraSpath
Okay. Thanks
@cziegle3794 Dr Berg here on TH-cam warns that 80%+ of Vitamin-C tablets on the market are NOT pure & are chemically created in China. Lemon juice & saurkraut are naturally high in Vitamin-C he explains. 😊
I am 6o days on carnivore and 21 pounds down. My energy is fantastic and sleep is dramatically improved. I'm looking forward to checking my labs at the 90 day mark. Not bad for a 64 year old grandma!😊
That's incredible!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
What do you typically eat in a day, how much, and how often?
Any exercise?
At an age of 38 I just dropped from 280 pounds to 220 pounds over the last 6 months with healthy + restrictive eating and 10k-15k steps. I followed meal plan from website Onlymeal, plan was focused on weight loss. I am very exited for 2025 and a big contributor to this excitement is your content. Thanks for being my fav youtube channel, keep it up and have an amazing 2025!
Congrats, nice results!
Do they have plans for muscle gain?
I loose fat and gain muscle on carnivore @@jimmymhoney44
Consistency is what I need. Food is part of how I manage emotions, so I'm constantly working on that. 🤔 Community and support are so important. No one in my life eats this way.
My hubby and I are 62,63. We started 4 days ago and are all in. I'm so excited about the changes.
Laura... very grateful for this video. 🎉 I went 100% carnivore September 1st 2024. I spent hours watching TH-cam videos every day to keep at it. I am the only carnivore I know of in my community. I'm 82 years old, my family thinks I'm nuts, but before I started I went to my healthcare provider and got a green light. Labs drawn 60 days into it and everything was perfect. That stopped the naysayers. My "why": weight loss, autoimmune issues, IBS - d, RA. I'm down 20 lb, my mental Clarity is greatly improved. However I'm still waiting for the healing on the IBS. It is not an instant fix, but I know everyday I'm closer to the healing. I'm so glad you told your viewers that it is not a diet you can have one foot in and another foot in the standard American diet. Fortunately I knew that going in and have not faltered. Once again thank you for this video❤.
I’m thinking of doing carnivore for my RA… How has it help you with that?
I have had an amazing year of carnivore, down 115 pounds, lost 14.5 inches from my waist and 10 inches from my hips, ready to hit goal weight this year, and have started regular exercising.
Woah!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉 congrats
Wow, awesome. Well done!
Lack of family support in my house has been the hardest for me.
I hear you!!!!! ❤
Me too!
Same here. Last night th3 family got Papa John's Pizza, I did get wings but 6 wings did not fill this guy up. LOL. I did end up eating 6 tortilla chips, but to me that is still a win. 😅
It can be done. I continued cooking for my son but just forced on my health. Would tell myself this 10 minutes pleasure is NOT worth the gain/pain.
Same my husband 🤦🏼
Thank you, Laura. I am trying Carnivore month starting today. Steak and Prayers. 🥩🙏
I'm fasting today and will be ready to hit the ground running tomorrow. Electrolytes are on hand to stave off any headaches, but I'm looking forward to a more healthy 2025. You're one of my favorite carnivores and I look forward to every one of your videos and livestreams.
You got this!!! ❤️❤️
Man I wish my wife was motivated to do this. Would make life so much easier being on the same page with your spouse wanting to live a healthier lifestyle, but she has no desire to give up her sweets, pops, junk food, and all of that. You're so lucky your husband supports you in all of that! Has to be an amazing feeling.
Just lead by example and she'll likely follow once she sees the positive results in you! Make your burger patties with cheese or a ribeye smell and look simply irresistible! Mmm
I used to feel this way when I was a mostly plant based person and my husband wasn’t. He wanted to start the carnivore diet and when he said “it would be so much easier if we both did it” I said “ok I’ll do it with you!” Things really are so much easier and I feel better not eating pounds and pounds one fruits and veggies all day. My bloating is gone and the brain fog is almost gone. Maybe once she sees how great you are feeling she may jump on board. Good luck ❤
Hi all - Happy New Year! I'm restarting again today Jan 1st, 2025. I learned about and started BBBE last year in the early spring. About 6 - 8 weeks in I had lost around 30+ lbs. I decided I wanted to get a blood test panel to learn what my numbers were and then check again at the end of the weight loss journey. The results were great even after such a short time, and I felt great. Significant improvement: blood pressure down, A-1c down, cholesterol down, etc. I was very pleased. Doc said I was doing great. He asked what I was doing and I responded carnivore. He shrugged his shoulders, rolled his eyes and said I HAD to eat some fruits and vegetables. Okay, I did start adding those foods back in and you can guess what happened. Yep, the weight all came back and now here we are - 2025 - the weight is back along with all the aches and pains. Every body is different. A food regime is not a one size fits. For MY body Carnivore is the best+++ and WW, Diabetes, Mediterranean, and STD are causing too many negative issues. So sorry Doc I am back to carnivore today. Hooray for a new year and a new beginning, a happier healthier 2025. Good Luck to all who are also starting and restarting today. Diane
I appreciate you sharing with us! I have been looking for some inspiration for the last few days, this is exactly what I was looking for a new refreshing update! You are awesome and very encouraging thank you so much! 😊
This isn’t just a diet-it’s a commitment! This is some of the best advice out there, and I truly hope people take it to heart. You can’t approach this halfway; it’s all or nothing. Either you’re in, or you’re not.
From what I’ve seen, the people who struggle the most are often those who try to justify small cheats here and there-"Oh, it was just one slice" or something similar. I don’t want to sound harsh, but if you’re not being honest with yourself about what you’re eating and then turn around and say, "It’s not working," it can be frustrating.
When that happens, it not only holds you back but also risks discouraging others who might benefit from this approach. Honesty with yourself is crucial. If you’re not ready to commit fully, that’s okay-take the time you need. But don’t half-commit and then claim it doesn’t work. That’s not fair to you or anyone else. Be all in when you’re ready-it could make all the difference.
Got back on the carnivore train yesterday. Freezer is now packed and portioned with 🍖 🥩 ready for Jan. My biggest excitement is for the no bloat! Carbs aren’t worth feeling like crap anymore
I had major psoriasis issues but when I switched to an animal based diet eating meat, eggs, cheese, butter, and some fruits for me it cleared it all up.
The human body is amazing what it can do once you aren't bogging it down with crap.
This is great to hear ! I also have psoriasis my whole life and finally got off all the meds , starting carnivore 100% today
I have really bad scalp psoriasis.. how long did it take for it to start to go away?
@@teresawhite791not a diet thing but if you can find it, try head and shoulders scalp treatment. I have tried EVERYTHING and this works so well. And it’s cheap! You apply it and massage it in and theres like a cooling really nice feeling and then rinse it off and it’s so much better when it dries. Hope this helps
Starting today! Who else here is starting also? I’m really ready for this and looking forward to seeing great results.
A newbie here also! Started today, with my hubby. I’m pretty sure I’ve tried every diet on the planet, so I’m hoping I can adjust to this way of eating and just feel better again! Good luck to you!
Just to give you some encouragement, I’ve been doing it for a year, I’ve gone from 15 stones to 11.4. Off all meds👍
@@jimjoelliejack that’s amazing! Congratulations!
I'm on week 4 feeling great! 67 years old
Not week 4 month 4 have lost 20 lbs.
Great information! I love this diet. It has changed my life. I am a diabetic I lost 90% of my pancreas which in turn made me a diabetic! I was shooting 40 units of insulin a day and still was at 10.6 on my A1C …… I am now at 7 with 40 units a week….. I am still dialing it in and would love to get to 6.0 or lower A1C…. I also focus on weight training! 65 and staying strong 💪
Starting today! Looking forward to healing my gut and EoE. My son told me about your channel over a year ago. Finally going to do it 😊
AWESOME!! You got this!!
Thanks, Laura. I am being a cliche and doing a reset on New Year's day. I felt the best in my life on Carnivore. Thanks for the tips.
That's a great thing, I love a fresh start to the heat and some new goals! Just don't give up!
My family is not on-board. You are very blessed that your family is committed to this with you. It's HARD watching my family eat my favorite foods: cookies & bread. Somehow, somehow over time I just got it in my head that it's not an option for me... most of the time, that is! 😉
Best beginner video I've seen! Thank you!
Over 6 months carnivore. F 62. Lost 50+ in first 3 months. I was not on any medication. I tried carnivore for weight loss. I’m a size 6 and weigh in the 170’s. Size 6 was my goal. I have learned to listen to my body cues. I am doing lion for world carnivore month. It’s my N=1. I don’t eat any vegetables. This month for no dairy or eggs. I’m excited to see how I feel after January. Lauras variety on her plates was my inspiration to go carnivore after being Keto for 5+ years. Give it a try. Experiment to help you understand what affects your body. 🎉
I'm starting tomorrow, I've already stocked my fridge with my fav meats and eggs. I plan to make this a lifestyle this go around. I hope to lose 40 lbs by May.
Dont forget the LMNT...watch out for the maltodextrose! If you are going to use it, use the unflavored or just use salt and take good magnesium and potassium supplements. That worked for me and much cheaper.
What supplements do u recommend
2 minutes in and already think that your transformation is astonishing.
I'm loving you channel more all the time! Thanks and a big thumbs up and sharing you to my friends that can benefit with your help!🤩
I've been doing carnivore for almost a month and I've experienced really no significant symptoms.
My appetite has been significantly curbed and it's hard for me to eat two meals a day! Much less three. I don't snack between meals and cutting out sugar has seemed to be pretty straightforward. I've experienced increased energy and my mental acuity has increased significantly.
I'll weigh myself once I'm a month in. My reason for embarking on the carnivore journey is to address HNT, general inflammation and arthritis / neuropathy.... I already see improvement in those areas too
It took 3 months on carnivore before my appetite opened up.
I’ve been off and on carnivore for 2 years, and I am currently doing lion diet. When I am having bad cravings I allow myself to get a bacon burger bowl from Five Guys with lettuce, tomato, pickles and mayo on it. It is far better than caving to my sushi or chocolate cravings! I have also noticed that the more times I’ve “started” carnivore, the easier it’s gotten each time to let more things go.
@@truevine.houseplants I am restarting this week and I feel like I’m the opposite - that each time I try to restart it’s harder. I’m so mad at myself that I got off.
Starting the Carnivore today. My buddy turned me onto it. I'm 36 yr 5'9" 230Lbs. I was 183 back in 2022. I was very fit and the gym was my 2nd home. With life struggle and having a baby i let myself go into a depression. Im going head first into this and I hope to make a lot of progress in the next 3 months
I STARTED CARNIVORE LAST JAN. 1ST. I HAVE LOST 96 LBS. NO LONGER NEED INSULIN SHOTS
Restarted carnivore after Christmas. Going so much better this time. I attempted the first time 1.5 years ago and it was awful. I was undiagnosed Celiac with really bad small intestine damage. (Didn't know to watch for gluten in processed meats) 2nd attempt this summer was better but still had issues. My GI wanted to wait until my gut healed for 9 months to 1 year. He was very encouraging about carnivore. I've slowly went low processed foods, and more animal products all fall. Now I'm feeling ready, and I think my gut is too.
Down 30 pounds needed a reset after the holidays, Thank you for the video , 40 more pounds to go :) started boxing and most importantly no more alcohol!!!
You had me at sleep apnea reversal🎉
Great January 1 video! Being prepared is the hardest for me. What’s easy to have on hand.
Lots and lots of ground beef and eggs.
@ thanks! I like the brown eggs for boiling. They peel better.
Hello. Thank you for all of your information and sharing. I just purchased LMNT for the first time under your page. Brand new to carnivore. Trying to be successful.
There is no try!
BE SUCCESSFUL.
I first learned about the carnivore way of eating for health and weight loss from some random blonde woman who showed up on my TH-cam feed. (It was Laura) 😊
I couldn't believe she was telling me it's ok to just eat meat and fat. I mean, having studied to be a health coach more than 10 years ago, I "knew" we have to eat more veggies and less meat for optimal health.
But I gave it a go for a month. Then another month. I kept going.
I was surprised my health care practitioner was ok with my eating that way. She only asked that I come back in 6 months to have my cholesterol checked. (I didn't.) 🥴
I learned more about eating this way. Turns out I wasn't following it as well as I should. After I made some changes, I was flabbergasted by the burst of energy I had.
More than a year later, my new blood work results confirmed this is the diet for me. Cholesterol, normal. Vitamin D, normal. A1C reduced. I'm only one point into prediabetic at 5.7, down from 6.1.
My optometrist (who also eats this way) was very pleased by my eye health.
I continue to learn. Right now, I completed first day of an intentional 5-day water fast. Wasn't hungry at all. I protein loaded the day before.
I have been doing this for 23 days, went into it going cold turkey, i have less inflammation in my knee due to osteoarthritis, also lost 4 inches from my weight, thanks for all this information ❤
I'm starting today. Lets go!!!!
I am currently 3 weeks into a strict bbbe - I been doing carnivore on and off since 2023 but decided I’m going to do a strict bbbe for 30 days and then slowly introduce cheese and other meats. I just completed a 72 hour water fast with no issues - loving the way of eating the only issue I face is I work on a remote mine site that doesn’t have a lot of food options and the steak is pretty average. So I tend to cook up a bunch of beef mince and freeze it to reheat in the microwave while I’m away
@@ridemtbwa7813 have you tried cold steak yet? I actually like it left over that way instead of reheated. Even cold hamburger patties aren’t bad. I really don’t like reheated beef unless I have an air fryer or toaster oven or something to reheat it.
If you’re able to have pork chops or even chicken thigh, those are good cold too.
And bacon! 🥓
Yay top 658 and top 54 likes and comments. Love this channel. Best to you and your family. Happy New Year! Thanks for making this video.
I have lately been on a mostly keto mostly fat protein diet. But in the last several months the weight had been climbing from 175 to 182. Doesn’t sound like a lot but in 2012 I lost 73 lbs down from 241 to 167-170 and was able to keep that off for years. The weight was coming down after the holidays but decided to test 100% carnivore for the day, cooking at home, Lost a solid pound in one day!! Wasn’t hungry didn’t feel like snacking (I’m a chocoholic and love a glass of wine with a good steak dinner ) I am 77 and Pilates and walk every day. Watching ur videos has helped me know that it’s possible to eat out and stay on track.
Oh yeah I also fast 14-18 hours a day and just 2 meals a day.
Carbon Steel Pans are my new obsession. Thanks Laura. Happy New Year!
My biggest takeaway after 504 days is there’s no hurry. Keep enjoying the great Carnivore food and our objectives should just happen before we know it.
Thank you Laura for encouraging words
On carnivore for 5 weeks. Blood pressure is normal. Medication never got blood pressure normal. Sleeps like a baby. No longer uses CPAP. Can walk my dog grandson without aches and pains. No more stiffness when getting out of bed. Able to zip up a new pair of vintage jeans I was saving. Will be 69 in February. For me, no good payoff to stop carnivore . Feeling and looking fantastic!!
I started carnivore immediately after Thanksgiving. To date, I've lost 15 pounds over 6 weeks, from 196 to 181. But more than that, my body shape has changed dramatically. I had a large stomach bulge that is now flat. I still have the spare tire roll of fat around the middle, but it's even all the way around. My legs are thinner as I can now fit into pants I previously could not due to my thighs not fitting. My waist has shrunk 3 inches and I now fit into the same pants I previously would have to lose at least another 10 pounds to fit into.
I think the reason is that I'm gaining more muscle as I lose fat, converting as it were. So weight was my primary goal, body shape is now the hidden gem to this diet.
I no longer have GERD too. I'm sleeping much better. My attitude is healthier as I just feel happier with my life.
Dont trust a fart for a couple of weeks lol
Butter/ghee are also carnivore! Yum!
I have lipedema and no gall bladder. I have tried carnivore before but my husband and friends have made it difficult. I need to do this for me.
You can do this. One trick I use when I start to feel weak and think about eating something unhealthy or my family is bombarding me with negative comments, I get on TH-cam and watch a bunch of carnivore videos and remind myself of all the benefits of this WOE. Hang in there. You will not regret it.
On day 4 of the diet.Had headache after day 1 and none after.Eat breakfast of 6 piece bacon and 4 eggs cooked in butter and some cheese.Not hungry till around 12 hours later at 7pm.Then I eat a steak or piece of chicken with a couple eggs.So far lost 3 pounds.I find it hard because this goes against the way I have eaten my whole life.I never used salt before and avoided grease and fat,always eating fruits and vegtables ,yet my weight is 230 pounds at 5'9".
@@mikewood4242 you got this! It is such a reversal in our brains and takes a while.
I used to push my family all the time to eat fruits and vegetables and now I don’t at all and I think they find it funny.
Takes a while for the mind to adapt as well.
That's why it's a good idea not to tell everyone.
Mentally, we are easily led.
I've been carnivore for 18 months. It gets better and simpler.
Go with what makes it work for you.
I just made meatballs with 73/27 ground beef (couldn't believe I found it) and some fresh chopped bacon. DELICIOUS.
Need to get healthy and reduce pain.
I have family support, but I still have to cook all the sides for them, which is difficult. I’m also addicted to coffee with creamer. Not sure how to get around that!
Lots of carnivores still have coffee with creamer.
As far as sides we try to keep it really simple things the kids can grab for themselves or I make a few ahead of time that they can just reheat so I'm not having to do that for every meal. Also depending on how old they are they can make their own sides.
@ My creamer has natural cane sugar, which I know I shouldn’t have, but need my coffee & can’t do it without sweetener. Maybe maple syrup? Also, I do all the cooking, my husband doesn’t cook or grill, that’s who I’m cooking the sides for 🤣
Maple syrup would be just as bad as sugar, you'd be better off switching to an artificial sweetener at least to get the sugar out and then maybe you can wean down over time
Try heavy whipping cream with butter and a little bit of cinnamon for creamer
@kathryncurry8728 rubbish!
Of course you can do coffee without sweetener.
You just won't like it ... until you adapt & get used to it.
Or give up coffee for a while & restart it without sweetener.
If you don't want coffee without it, you are addicted to the sweetener not the coffee.
I got junk from my friends for telling my fiance that anything other than meat,eggs,limited dairy,butter does not come into the house. I told them "hey I told him all this before we got to the point of the wedding, we still have 1-2 years (moms health is the thing holding us back) if he is not ok with this I love him but I love my health more and he knows where the door is." it sounds super harsh but I want him to be 100% sure and committed to supporting mine and his health if he's going to marry me.
Agreed on NO BLOAT on a Carnivore diet.
What about coffee?
"Don't trust a fart" oh the stories I could tell lol
Hey Laura, been following for a while and love your videos and everything you’re doing. Something interesting that I probably missed from other videos is that your husband got rid of his sleep apnea on carnivore or something along those lines. I’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea and got a CPAP machine which I hate btw. The question is: Did your husband was diagnosed with severe sleep apnea and by doing carnivore he was able to reduced or eliminate sleep apnea symptoms? and was that confirmed by a sleep study? If that’s the case that’s enough motivation for me to give carnivore a shot this year. Thanks for all your advice!
Ive got back on carnivore since purposely coming off it to enjoy xmas eve xmas day and boxing day foods. The day after boxing day i started again,ive had diarrhea poops the past three days and im thinking its coffee, i have been drinking 3/4 a day with double cream bc i love the cream. Cutring that off frok today,ive had two already but no more cream now so thats it over.
Im 13lbs off my goal weight ,feeling great bar the shats 😂
Teach me how please.
I've been on this diet for 33 days and have only lost 2 lbs..seriously thinking about stopping and trying something else that actually works...
Keep going. Sometimes other factors slow down weight loss.
Give it more time. It helps so many other things than just weight loss.
Put away the scale.
Obsession with weight loss is stressful & stress can prevent weight loss.
Just relax & enjoy the food.
Chill out!
Focus on building muscle rather than losing weight...
Persevere & you will be glad you did.
I lost hair and not 1 lb in 6 weeks. My blood pressure went down though and my brain felt great.
Has anyone had issues with flabby skin? When i first lost 50 lbs, it wasnt too bad but now i am curious. Thanks. 🤷💪
What is if I have high cholesterol and high blood pressure can I do the carnivore diet ?
My husband reversed his high cholesterol and high blood pressure on Carnivore, but that's a situation it's CRUCIAL to be consistent and keep out the carbs or you will make things worse.
Those are textbook reasons to turn to a Carnivore diet 😄
Yes and Yes. High cholesterol is not really bad, its the make up of cholesterol of LDL and HDL amounts. Small and large particle format matters also. Our brains are made with cholesterol.
What did you say your Mom takes show she doesn’t have gallbladder issues? Ox something??
@@Wannaloom Ox bile.
I would love to start. I have fatty liver so I’m not sure I can . Hoping someone can advise me
Where do you stand on alcohol?
Do you ever cook a ‘carnivore’ style roast? I’ve only ever done the crockpot with veggies… just wondered if you have any recipes/methods. Thanks!
Slow cook beef roast in just meat stock. Still comes out delish.
Please help 🙏 I have A-Fib and A-Flutter. I've had an Ablation and Cardioversion with hardly any results. Any suggestions? Thanks so much.
Thank you Laura, i just found your videos and already subscribed. But the thing is that no one mention about "fat", you mentioned that i need to cut of fat if i am trying to loose weight but you didnt mention about how much we should intake. I know its hard to say it in general since we all have different types of bodies.
I am 140 LB now, and trying to be 120 lb or maybe a little less. I want to lose fat from my belly and upper side where all the fats are stored. So now i dont know how many grams of fat should i be eating a day. I will get around 110-120 grams of protein but dont know anything about fat to loose weight.. thats why i keep postpone it.. is there any of one knows and share their idea i would be appreciate❤
Do I have to exercise?
Hi started 2 weeks ago its going pretty good , doing it for weightloss quick question do i eat skin off the chicken and fat off the steak
I’m 24 year old female. I have been trying to lose my belly fat for years. Done every diet out there and I still can’t manage to lose weight. I only need to lose 20 pounds. Any tips?
Can I use a lid worth or 2 of ACV with my electrolytes on a carnivore diet? I haven't found an answer online at all or it's always a mixed answer.
Question. So if I am overweight, and that is fat, why would I want to add fat to my diet versus lean meat and then won't that burn before the fat that is on my body already?
Do you take any vitamins, supplements?
Do green powders fit into this?
No. They are for herbivores.
Nope
How is carnivore diet different from an egg fast?
I just started carnivore yesterday. I'm 325 lbs. I'm confused when you say choose lean meats for weight loss. All I've heard in my research is eat high fat meats. Now I'm not sure which way to go.
I think you want to eat lean meats because your body needs to learn how to use its own fat for energy that way you lose weight. If you eat fatty meats, your body won’t be getting the energy from its own at first, it will focus on the fats you’re consuming. I hope this helps you 😊
Not lean meats necessarily but you don't need to be eating a bunch of extra fat (like tons of butter etc). But eat any meat you like.
@@LucianaNelson I see. That makes sense. Thank you, Luciana!
@@LauraSpath I understand now. Luciana made it make sense for me. Thanks, Laura!
Laura, can you see if LMNT is willing to lower the price of their product. It's a bit over priced. I make my own, so I have some idea what the cost is. More than a $1 a package is a bit much. It's a great product, but I'm not paying $45 for the continence. It's clearly a $29 product, tops.
Question??
I’m a Zumba instructor teaching 4-5 times per week.
Any suggestions for me starting the carnivore diet?
I know I sweat out a ton and wonder about salt replacement.
Thank you so much!
Yes you will definitely need more salt. My husband has an extra packet of LMNT on days he trains Jiu Jitsu. You can just see how you feel based on how much you need.
What do you feed your kids?
How can I get the minerals I need if only eat carnivore? I’m considering starting for health, fertility and weight loss.
Organ meat, supplements are fine if you don’t like the taste. Also, if it doesn’t bother you, add in sauerkraut.
I’m diabetic 73 years old can I do it although my doctor told me to take statin for high cholesterol?
Your body requires cholesterol
AND You do not have a statin deficiency
Think about that for a bit.
If you have a lot of weight to lose wouldn't the fat needed for energy get consumed from your own body?
Why am I experiencing constipation?
can carnivore diet reduce bust size ....
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Is this diet safe for me? I recently had 10 inches of my colon taken out due to diverticulitis- just wondering if it’s safe
Follow Kent Carnivore - he has no colon.
Yes it is safe for you.
Do you think carnivore diet is harmful for kidneys? Please let me know.
Oh this is so sad
Omg.. eight after thia video i got an ad for diabetes meds.... they are catching on... go carnivore and skip the meds
Who is the oldest carnivore on this planet? There are none.. 😅
Happy new year first,.. I tried every single diet, keto, vegan, low carb... but the only diet that rly works is balanced diet with caloric deficit. I took my meal plan for weight loss from website OnlyMeal and I got balanced diet. I am eating 4 meals per day, and exercise 4 times per week. I dropped over 50lbs in 4 months and I never felt hungry
No matter what "diet" you do, you must be in a caloric deficit. I gained weight on the Carnivore diet until I started tracking my macros.
Good for you.
I love carnivore because it is simple quick & satisfying.
I dont have the time or inclination to plan & produce 4 meals a day...
I also love it because it stopped excruciating joint pain & I'm no longer diabetic. It has worked wonders for my mental health. I eat a balanced carnivore diet.
But congratulations on your weight loss.