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It's probably more of a matter of getting back into the habit, the swing of things. I walk a decent amount, participating in the local hiking sprees or even just walking the dog. I try to sprint when I can. I also use dumbbells and do push-ups and crunches. I recently bought a treadmill but I haven't set it up yet, but I want to get my heart a-thumpin' more. I really want to get a weighted vest and go rucking (basically means walking wearing weights).

Welcome aboard Mikenna! I'm glad to hear that you are feeling really great. How long have you been at it now?

Reversed issues, lost weight, feel great. If that makes me an "alpha-male" or gives me super hypermasculinity, then I'll take it.

It's Open Mic Night. Here's my dinner, along with my monthly bourbon...

True keto is pure as gold. Modern keto is absolute garbage. Real keto is fatty red meat and low carb veg, which is just fine. That's the way it originally started out. But then "keto" became bastardized by the Big Food companies who were missing the dollars from your wallet. They are the ones that came up with all these "keto" breads, tortillas, cookies, cakes, pies, bars, etc, lying to your face about the carb count, hiding it under the unregulated "net carb" moniker. I fell for it myself for quite some time.

The Carnivore Diet Surpasses Keto In Popularity: 5 Women Over 50 Explain Why and How It Worked For Them Story by Allison Nemetz Can eating like a lion trigger easy weight loss and roaring good health? Devotees of the carnivore diet say it can - and they've got so many people curious, the meat-centric approach has gone viral on TikTok. So far, #carnivorediet boasts more than a billion views and interest in the diet on social media has risen significantly since the start of the year. And it's helping women over 50 lose big when other diets fail. Keep reading to learn more about science behind the trend, then get ready to be inspired by carnivore diet before and after photos of women who found amazing success. How the carnivore diet works The carnivore diet is an offshoot of the carb-cutting keto diet, but it's a good deal simpler: The key is to eliminate all plant foods and eat only animal foods. So you'll enjoy options like eggs, butter, bacon, cheese, fish, poultry, pork and beef until you're comfortably full. And since carnivore staples are naturally zero-carb or quite low in carbs, you don't have to measure, count or track anything. In many ways, carnivore works exactly like keto. By replacing most of the carbs you eat with protein and fat, your body no longer makes enough blood sugar to fuel itself. "This triggers your body to naturally begin turning excess fat into an alternate fuel called ketones," explains Tennessee-based keto expert Ken Berry, MD, author of Lies My Doctor Told Me. The result? Your body can burn a lot more fat. Why carnivore may work better than keto "A basic keto diet is great for many people. But if it's not working for you or you want those next-level results, that's when you try carnivore," Dr. Berry says. That's because the fewer carbs you eat, the more ketones you make. And studies show boosting ketone production speeds weight loss by up to 1,150%. On top of that, carnivore guarantees carb intake stays very low, "which leads to remarkable hunger control," the doc says. "Some people only eat one or two meals a day because it's all they want." (Click through for more on how the carnivore diet for weight loss may be more effective than keto.) Another potential carnivore advantage: "You're eliminating a lot of foods that may be inflammatory specifically for your body," notes Dr. Berry. That might be anything from artificial sweeteners or soy to spinach or zucchini. "When inflammation comes down, you lose retained fluid, burn more fat and see health turn around." (Click through to read more about the link between inflammation and weight gain and find out how the carnivore diet even helped one woman cure chronic sinus infections.) If you have Blood Type O, here's why the carnivore diet may be the best diet for you. Is carnivore safe? "When I first tried carnivore myself, my metabolic health improved so much that I did research to see if was safe to skip veggies long-term," Dr. Berry shares. "I learned that, for millennia, cultures have thrived eating carnivore-style." He's been mostly carnivore for years. Maintaining a 65-pound weight loss, Dr. Berry adds that carnivore can jumpstart wellness as well as weight loss. "You dramatically improve diabetes, joint pain, mood and so much more in a few days or weeks." No matter your starting point, it's not too late. "We see people in 50s, 60s, even their late 70s use carnivore to look and feel decades younger." Carnivore diet: Before and after success stories Women who've transformed their bodies and health using the carnivore diet are quick to back up the doc. And the following transformations are sure inspire you. Want to try it yourself? Click through to learn more specifics about the carnivore diet and get some fun recipe ideas to get you started. Connie lost 122 lbs - and got off 28 pills Before and after photos of Connie Joy who lost weight on the carnivore diet© Provided by Woman's World Mariah Milan Photographers Though retired and living in Hawaii, Connie Joy was miserable. "I was over 300 pounds, taking 28 pills a day. I knew if I didn't get weight off, I'd die," she recalls. But after years of low-calorie diets, her metabolism was shot. Internet research led her to Dr. Berry's keto and carnivore guidelines. She was already losing at a steady rate when Dr. Berry ran a BBBE challenge. BBBE is an ultra-simplified version of carnivore during which folks eat only beef, butter, bacon and eggs. He finds that temporarily avoiding chicken can actually help some carnivore dieters amp up their results. "Steak and eggs became my favorite meal," says Connie, 65, who shed as much as 21 pounds in two weeks as her constant urges to eat disappeared. In six months, she lost 80 pounds. "Even after losing 110 pounds, I did a 30-day BBBE challenge and lost 10 inches!" Down 122 pounds in all, "I'm off all my prescriptions. No more diabetes, high blood pressure, GERD, heart arrhythmia. I feel like I'm 30 again," she says. "This way of eating makes your life so much better!" Ruth lost 105 lbs - and eased menopause symptoms Before and after of Ruth Hovsepian who lost weight on the carnivore diet© Provided by Woman's World Elise Gaulin Photographe At 265 pounds, "I had a slow thyroid and was exhausted. My rheumatoid arthritis and gout caused a lot of pain. And my hot flashes and insomnia were miserable," recalls Montreal mom Ruth Hovsepian, 55. She tried keto but didn't feel much better. She heard about carnivore on a podcast from nutrition expert Vivica Menegaz. "Vivica said it helps with thyroid and menopause. It seemed like she was talking right to me," recalls Ruth, who switched to mix-and-match meals made with ingredients like eggs, sausage, salmon and steak. "It was instantly clear veggies and fruit had been triggers for a lot my problems." Her hunger, cravings, fatigue, hot flashes and pain disappeared; she began shedding up to five pounds a week. "The healing is amazing, and the weight loss is immediate!" Down 105 pounds, Ruth has traded her size 22s for 6s. Joann lost 89 lbs - and reversed diabetes Before and after photos of Joann Tarkington who lost weight on the carnivore diet© Provided by Woman's World Felix Sanchez Not long ago, Joann Tarkington's health seemed to get worse by the day. "I had trouble with my pancreas, my liver, blood pressure, thyroid and heart, type-2 diabetes, digestive issues, a genetic condition that affects my skin and joints," recalls the Texas travel agent, 59. "And seizures on top of it all. I was sick and tired of being sick and tired." With doctors doing little to make her feel better, she did research and came across Dr. Berry's videos. "It seemed like his approach might help me, so I tried it." Joann leans toward carnivore eating most of the time, but does add small amounts of veggies and nuts. Her typical meals include bacon and eggs and steaks or fish cooked in butter. She'll also snack on bacon and cheese sticks. "It was easy to get started, and I was losing about a pound a day." Her health turned around. "My diabetes reversed, my pain went away, my thyroid began improving and my seizures stopped." She also has a condition called gastroparesis that was so severe, she was at the point of needing surgery to implant a pacemaker-like device to get her stomach working properly. "As long as I stick to a mostly carnivore diet, I have no symptoms at all. This way of eating really cured me!" Today, Joann is 89 pounds lighter and feels fantastic. Rebecca lost 82 lbs - and healed her IBS Before and after photos of Rebecca Davis who lost weight on the carnivore diet© Provided by Woman's World Amiee Stubbs For decades, "I tried every diet out there, but I never had enough success to continue," shares Tennessee retiree Rebecca Davis, 63. While battling health setbacks - prediabetes, severe knee pain, pancreatitis - she finally tried keto and had luck. She then switched to a carnivore diet because she read it might help her IBS. When she realized the plan calls for only animal products, "I thought I'd try it for 30 days." As she filled up on eggs, ribs, cheese, homemade yogurt, the difference was stunning. Her constant hunger disappeared, she went long stretches between meals without trying. "My knee pain was gone in three days. The scale kept going down. My prediabetes reversed." All told, she's shrunk from a size 24 to an 8. "I feel strong again, like I can conquer the world!" Learn more in the Facebook group ‘Keto and Carnivore for Women Over 60 and Beyond.' Anita went carnivore to get off a plateau - and lost 131 lbs Before and after photos of Anita Breeze who lost weight with the carnivore diet© Provided by Woman's World Erich Saide Anita Breeze first tried keto while caring for her late mother. "As bad as my mom's health got, the hardest part was watching her struggle to do everyday things because of her weight," recalls the British Columbia bookkeeper, 64. "I didn't want that to be my future." So she went low carb and eventually started a blog to share her experiences. "Plateaus are common when you have a lot to lose like I did. So I experimented to try get things going again." Stints of carnivore eating have been one of her greatest successes. "When you have fewer choices, it's just easier. Plus it's inexpensive and really kills your appetite," says Anita. Keto cloud bread had already been one of the most popular recipes on her site, so she created a carnivore version. "It's nice to be able to eat a sandwich and still see the scale moving!" All told, Anita is down over 131 pounds and is off the cholesterol meds she took for 15 years. "I highly recommend carnivore whether you're new to keto or just need a boost. It does amazing things!" Click through to read more about a carnivore-based kickstart egg fast Anita loves. ARTICLE SOURCE: https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/nutrition/the-carnivore-diet-surpasses-keto-in-popularity-5-women-over-50-explain-why-and-how-it-worked-for-them/ar-AA1hueaB?

I haven't tried to make any yet, but this video looks very promising...

There's a handful that pop-up if you type "carnivore cookbook" in Amazon. Paul Saladino's book looks interesting, although I think there is going to be some keto and animal-based options in there also since he published it in 2022. The air fryer cookbook looks interesting. And I see Courtney Luna has a book coming out on October 1st, and she's also a trusted name in the community. And don't forget about Chris Cooking Nashville on YouTube... https://www.youtube.com/@ChrisCookingNashville

We had Mexican for lunch today. I got a dish that had ribeye, chicken, and shrimp on a sizzling skillet and gave the side of rice to my daughter. I did pour a little salsa over it for flavor because it was pretty dry. Last night I had ground beef and eggs, and I think I am going to do the same tonight.

This depend. If you are VERY new, and you are used to a lifestyle of snacking, then you have some habits to break. Then there is also WHAT are you eating? Low fat certainly won't cut it. I can eat a chicken, and be starving 2 hours later. Or I can eat 16-20oz of New York Strip, and I'm good for 6-8 hours. If you are used to moderate meals and snacking inbetween, turn those into meals with fatty red meat, eggs, bacon, and butter, and work on stopping the snacking. Then the next step would be to combine your 3 moderate meals into 2 very large meals and intermittent fast. You can do it!

Welcome aboard! Once you have just ONE post approved, you're out of moderation. I keep the spammers at bay this way. You just have to wait until I've checked the site, since I'm the only one with the keys.... for now, lol. Well, if you don't consume fat, the gall bladder won't get much use. BUT, this is why you might have gall stones after all. You may need some time. As you you increase your fat intake, the gall bladder will ramp up production. If Geoff posted the video I think he did, Dr. Berry explains it very well.

Welcome Dom, Keep doing what you're doing. The diet is nutritionally rich, anti-inflammatory, and it can take a long time to heal everything. Your back problems could stem from a non-diet related issue or injury so do follow through with the various tests to try and narrow down a reason. I hurt mine back in 2006/7 tearing out a tile floor. Then, it was easy to reinjure or reinflame and it bother me for years and years. Sometimes I couldn't get out of bed without sliding to the foot of the bed, letting my legs drop to the floor, and very very slowly raising myself to a standing position. It was agonizing just to striaghten up. I eventually got a water bed, and it made all the difference in the world. After some time, I realized I hadn't suffered from back pain in who knows how long.

Just to recap, I've made the following statements to you repeatedly over the last few months.... "Humans always ate berries and seasonal fruit, even way back in the beginning. (from this post) "A proper human diet is a low carbohydrate, meat-based diet that generally ranges from zero to 100 carbs per day. It does not necessarily have to be 100% carnivore. If you cut out processed food and stick to natural meats, dairy, fruit, and vegetables and avoid processed food, you will likely thrive." (from this post) "If you can hunt it, milk it, or pluck it from the branch or vine, it's probably fair game, depending on your personal physiology and what your personal goals are. (from just a few comments above) If you haven't figured out that we're a reasonable bunch, who are not dogmatic about the type of carnivore-centric diet you want to adopt, whether that's full of keto friendly low carb veggies, fruit & honey, or all of the above, then isn't it you who are making assumptions?

But what is irrational about trying a carnivore diet? Mankind has been eating meat for ages. Ultra-processed foods, seed oils, refined sugars and grains, and genetically modified crops are all recent phenomena that also coincides with the sudden rise in several chronic and auto-immune diseases. We simply don't think that is a coincidence, and are willing to go out of our way to eat like our great grandparents ate, or like humans ate centuries or millenia ago. We reverse disease and suddenly find ourselves winning the weight loss game that we had been losing at all our lives. How is that irrational? Now granted, there are some people who live for being labeled. They just eat meat, salt, and water, and will jump at the opportunity to tell you your seasonings, beverage, or occasional plants "aren't carnivore" as if they are better than you. That's the cultish mentality, basically a meat-eating vegan, lol. Just brush it off. What Dr. Berry refers to as a Proper Human Diet is a spectrum. Pure carnivore is simply at one end. You may function best somewhere in the middle.

Well for what it's worth, I've been stagnant and maintaining since November. I did achieve my goal weight of 175, but still have a little belly. My son, 17, and an inch taller than me, weighs 149 now so I would like to push for another 15 lb loss and reach 160. But like I said in the video, I think I am going to have to work for it with weights, my treadmill, and some intermittent fasting thrown in. After my ankle healed, I returned to work, and working makes me hungry, so now I am back to 3 meals a day and some snacking. It's all carnivore, but it keeps my insulin and blood sugars elevated all the time which will inhibit the weight loss. It was easy as pie to intermittently fast when my ankle was broken, because I just sat around in the recliner, not burning much energy at all.

Steak and eggs for breakfast this morning. We has NY Strips a couple nights ago and for some reason the girls were like "meh" and so I cut them into pieces and saved it. I usually don't have leftover steak to go with my morning eggs, but it is a blissful combination for sure.

I may have mentioned this in another thread. I got the Ninja Creami, and so I have been experiementing with trying to make a decent carnivore or keto ice cream. So far the batches I have made have been decent, but not spectacular. It's basically heavy cream and egg yolks. I've tried one batch sweetened with raw honey and another with allulose. It was again, good and satisfies, but certainly makes it clear just how much SUGAR must go in regular ice cream. It's similar but not the same. I recently found a connection to get raw milk, raw cream, and raw cheese from a farm nearby. I might try a combination of milk and cream instead of heavy cream alone, and see if that improves it any.

Yeah, I've got 4 comments so far. Geoff and my reply, plus 2 vegans, one wanting to debate live, lol. The YouTube algorithm is tricky, hard to train, and the "competition" is fierce. It actually takes a long time to get the ball rolling. I worked on my other channel for years and SLOWLY grew a small following. I do think this one will do better. I just need to make more content and make more noise.

. A vegan propaganda film called Christpiracy makes the bold, yet false claim that Jesus was a vegetarian and was against eating animals of all sorts. In order to perpetuate this misinformation on Piers Morgan Unscensored, they misquote the Bible, twist Jesus words, mistranslate Koine Greek, and cite non-biblical texts, spurious texts, and documents that don't even exist. In this video I scrutinize their claims and show you the obvious - that Jesus ate lamb and fish among other meats and loved every last bite. SUBSCRIBE to the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeAwaxsqfNEK4ZtfWX3Dz3g?sub_confirmation=1 WATCH my Introduction video... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xznaBOHz8U8 WATCH the full Piers Morgan Uncensored video... https://youtu.be/5AoOYaff9Nk JOIN me and my keto-carnivore friends over at https://www.CarnivoreTalk.com Have YOU had success with a meat-based keto, ketovore, carnivore, carnivore-centric, or animal-based diet? Let's do a video together! Contact me using this form... https://carnivoretalk.com/contact/ DISCLAIMER: The Carnivore Talk website and its audio and video content is for general informational purposes only. The use of the information found within our content or from materials linked to from our content is at the user’s own risk. The content published by Carnivore Talk is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should seek the assistance of their health care professionals to obtain medical advice and to diagnose or treat any condition. View full episode

They might rethink this after you fire it up, lol Glad you are feeling better. I've yet to succumb to any processed junk food. I'm striving to maintain my vow never to eat refined sugar or grains ever again. If I cheat, it's with single-ingredient whole foods, whether it be a fruit or vegetable. I will say that sometimes even that will make me feel drained for a few hours, typically if I ate a salad. I need to test whether it's the plants or the dressing, but I suspect it's the dressing. It's literally the only time I might consume a seed oil, about once in any given month.

There can be a balancing act here. Too much fat will produce looser stools because you don't have enough bile on hand in your gal bladder to help digest it, so it passes through you and out the back door. ON THE OTHER HAND, a diet that is high protein with very little fat will also result in diarrhea. You may need to track your macros for a while to find your personal perfect balance. So yes, give the sirloin a try. Or trim *some* of the fat from your striploins and ribeye's. If you grill them you can lose a bunch of fat through the grates. But remember, most people try to eat high fat, even adding butter to their steaks, especially if they lose a lot of fat from grilling. I tried to cut the fat way down last autumn and I also started having chronic diarrhea (vs. occasional diarrhea). I stopped minimizing fat and added cheese back to my diet and things stiffened up. I've since heard that dairy, particularly cheese, can be a natural constipator.

No it isn't, lol. But the article is written by Nina Teicholz, who authored "The Big Fat Surprise". She's a good person and is on our side Her article is quite lengthy, so much so that I didn't feel comfortable copying and pasting the whole thing. It's more of a long-winded blog entry and isn't likely to go anywhere soon, unlike some of these media stories that disappear after a while.