Ken, I know we all have to find our own journey to health, and I have learned that I cannot simply rely on doctors to guide mine. Almost four years ago, I had a minor heart attack, bloodwork, and an angiogram. I saw four cardiologists and a nephrologist, and things looked bad. My experiences with the cardiologists were so discouraging that by the time the last one told me point blank that he would crack my chest open for heart surgery, I walked out and never looked back. I did learn that my body had created its own bypass, and I was very grateful for that. More than three years later, severe angina finally pushed me to find another cardiologist. I was fortunate to find one who is extremely skilled at treating full blockages with stents. He was shocked that I was still alive based on my test results from three and a half years earlier. He wants me on cholesterol lowering medication, specifically the two injections a year, and even got Medicare approval for it. That is not going to happen. I trust his skill when it comes to placing stents, but I personally do not want to take additional drugs. For now, I am taking prasugrel and aspirin, but beyond that, even over the counter pain medication is not worth it to me because of the documented effects these drugs can have on the brain. I trusted my body to take care of me, and it has. Now I am taking care of my body. I pay attention to how I feel and use that as my guide. I am also done stressing over every test result. For me, constantly worrying about what the next test might show is not healthy either. When my time comes, it comes. Until then, I am going to live my life and take care of my body the way I believe is right for me. I wish everyone here the very best in finding their own path to better health. We may not all make the same choices, but I hope we can keep learning, listening to our bodies, and supporting one another along the way.
Hello everyone,
My name is Dominik, I am 34 years old and come from Germany.
Last June, my wife and I started following the carnivore diet.
The reason for this is, among other things, that my wife is struggling with infertility and we naturally have a strong desire to have children.
After a year on this diet, I can tell you that we feel fantastic. During the week, i.e. from Monday to Thursday and on Saturday, we eat burgers that we make ourselves from minced meat, and on Sunday we always have a nice portion of steak with a hearty beef broth to drink.
We also eat raw cheese with the burgers or steak, and I drink raw milk, which my wife doesn't like very much; she prefers a latte macchiato made with this milk.
Of course, we also go to the gym to train. I have to admit, I feel really strong and energetic when I'm lifting weights at the gym. It's just a joy to train, see results, and reward myself with a great meal.
We are currently on vacation in Poland. Yesterday we went to a hospital to have our blood tested and, while staying in Poland , I ordered 30 kg of the finest roast beef.
I look forward to chatting with you here in the forum :)
Dominik :)
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