Carnivore Questions LIVE & Giveaways!
In a Nutshell
The core purpose is the October 23rd release of the documentary "Healing Humanity" and the 24-hour live stream on October 22nd-23rd featuring multiple doctors from the film. Key takeaways include $10 one-time purchase for permanent access, dairy elimination for inflammatory responses or weight gain, and high-fat carnivore for healing autoimmune/mental health conditions versus moderate fat for weight loss. Practical guidance covers testing recommendations, travel strategies, and upcoming events including the World Nutrition Summit in Africa and Hack Your Health conference.
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The live stream is a Thursday night carnivore Q&A session with giveaways. The panel consists of Lynn, Adam, Barb, Dr. Nelson, and Ashley. First question posted with hashtag ribeye receives a brisket from Ashley and has potential to win a Healing Humanity shirt in a mystery color.
Healing Humanity will be available to stream at home on October 23rd. Pre-ordering is available at healinghumanity.movie/watch. Purchasing today allows buyers to get it for $10 and own it forever.
Lynn and Adam are departing for the World Nutrition Summit in Africa. Adam will be conducting interviews and filming at the event. The World Nutrition Summit content will be available to stream, with Adam providing a link in the chat.
Healing Humanity: The Power of a Proper Human Diet releases on October 23rd. An additional announcement is expected approximately 24 hours before release. The Mentis Retreat is scheduled for November with a Healing Humanity VIP dinner on November 7th. Hack Your Health conference follows the weekend after.
A 24-hour live stream is scheduled for October 22nd at 5 PM Central Standard Time, ending October 23rd at 5 PM Central Standard Time. This follows a previous 24-hour live stream conducted a couple years ago. The format will be organized by topics including type 2 diabetes and mental health segments. Multiple doctors from the film will participate along with surprise guests. Giveaways include signed Healing Humanity posters from Dr. Ken Berry, Dr. Hampton, Dr. Kilt, and others.
Confirmed participants include Dr. Barry and Dr. Ed. The 24-hour live stream immediately precedes the Healing Humanity release, allowing viewers to access the film immediately after the stream concludes.
Hack Your Health conference will feature a booth with Dante Frigno. Promo code "HH life" provides a discount. Meat Stock is another upcoming event with promo code "healing humanity."
The first question winner receives a brisket from Ashley. Terms changed from "cooking a brisket" to "shipping a brisket." Ashley clarified she will personally deliver and enjoy it with winners living within a 20-mile radius if they can find a brisket on sale.
Following the film, plans include announcing special access to unseen clips during the 24-hour live stream or shortly after. A series is being filmed with footage already collected. Sponsorship opportunities are available for series episodes. Fundraising continues through the ribeye dinner in Tampa where Ashley will cook. Additional film ideas are in development.
The team expresses gratitude for community support in completing the documentary. Pre-release anticipation is building with many people asking when they can watch the film to share with friends and family.
The film requires a one-time $10 purchase with no subscription fee. Viewers receive an email on October 23rd with access to watch the film immediately and retain permanent access on the platform.
Carrie is 22 days into the lion diet and practices natural intermittent fasting without intentional additional fasting. Her eating window has naturally extended compared to her previous carnivore approach with multiple daily meals. She may incorporate intentional fasting in the future.
Butter Bob Briggs appeared on a collaboration with Dante Frigno. His content from 12 years ago predates current carnivore discussions, including advice given before Dr. Barry's similar recommendations. The original video "Butter Makes Your Pants Fall Off" reached millions of viewers.
Fat intake should be adjusted based on health goals. For weight loss, fatty cuts of meat with natural fat content are sufficient without adding extra fat. For healing autoimmune diseases, mental health issues, neurological conditions, or seizure disorders, higher fat intake promotes healing. Dairy should be avoided if it causes inflammatory responses or weight gain.
For blood tests, fasting 12-16 hours is recommended for accurate results. Fasting blood sugar, triglycerides, glucose, and insulin levels are affected by recent eating. Total cholesterol remains relatively stable regardless of fasting status. Normal eating patterns should be maintained before fasting to reflect typical body function.
Community members shared their carnivore durations: Ripple Effects at 439 days, another participant at 112 days carnivore, Chad at 486 days, and another at 1,207 days representing 28,968 hours.
Cold turkey transition is possible but ramping down carbohydrates gradually may help avoid keto flu. Dr. Nelson transitioned after six months of strict keto without experiencing keto flu. Electrolytes are the primary solution for preventing keto flu symptoms during the adaptation phase, which can last from a few days to two or three weeks.
Todd, known as The Carnivore Cure, participated in the original 24-hour live stream and expressed interest in participating for the full duration of the upcoming event. Todd is 1,376 days carnivore.
A participant reported weight gain after four months carnivore but determined dairy was irritating their damaged knee. Dairy elimination is recommended when it causes inflammatory responses. Weight gain from dairy may reverse upon elimination since dairy is designed for calf growth.
Panel members selected their preferred single meat option: Ashley chose picanha, Lynn selected Denver steak or hanger steak, Adam selected A5 grade Wagyu fillet, Barb chose New York strip on the fattier side, and Dr. Nelson selected picanha. Community members were invited to share their choices in chat.
Lynn recommended Dr. Ed's book "Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind" as a comprehensive resource explaining nutrition principles beyond mental health applications. Adam suggested Dr. Ovedia's "How to Stay Off My Operating Table" for addressing heart disease and cholesterol concerns. Dr. Nelson recommended Dr. Shawn Baker's "The Carnivore Diet" as essential reading.
Thinking for Myself won a Healing Humanity shirt in a mystery color (not pink) with code ZT9VP. Winners claim prizes at healinghumanity.movie/giveaway.
A 30-day membership to HealingHumanity.life includes approximately 12 weekly Zoom calls featuring doctors and experts. Recent guests include Dr. Nelson, Dr. Baker, and Dr. Ede. The platform offers Q&A sessions, inspiration meetings, courses, and community connection for healing support.
Barb started Carnivore in July and lost 16 pounds, then experienced bad, uncontrollable, watery diarrhea. She has a pre-existing diagnosis of IBSD. All stool sample tests have come back negative.
From a coaching perspective, it takes a while to adapt to the Carnivore diet. Important factors to consider include what fats are being consumed and whether they are rendered or liquid fats, as liquid fats can cause issues. Some people need to ease into the diet gradually. Adam experienced stomach upset for at least four weeks when first starting.
Lynn noted that Barb has a pre-existing condition of IBS diarrhea. IBS can manifest as constipation only, diarrhea only, or a mix. More information is needed about when the diarrhea started relative to starting the diet.
Too much fat or rendered fat can be problematic. A solution for ground beef is to cook it, let it cool until the fat solidifies, then eat it rather than consuming it while the fat is still liquid.
Lynn recommended a full assessment including whether the IBSD diagnosis followed a colonoscopy. Colonoscopy can diagnose conditions like lymphocytic colitis that require biopsy. Stool tests for bacteria and parasites returning negative is positive, and a negative stool calprotectin test for inflammation is also good.
IBS is a diagnosis of exclusion, meaning other conditions must be ruled out first. Lynn emphasized that IBS is a real condition, not just a catch-all diagnosis.
Additional testing to consider includes a SIBO test for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, which has a connection to IBS. If all other testing is complete and IBSD is confirmed, try Carnivore again but start with moderate fat rather than high fat to allow the body to adjust.
The film "Healing Humanity" is hosted on the Indy Film Stream Community platform. Once purchased, users log into their existing Indy Film Stream Community account to access it on October 23rd. No monthly membership fee is required to watch this specific film. An email notification with a direct link will be sent around the release date.
Ashley recommends finding hamburger places where you can order just the patty. For those preferring not to eat out, options include bringing jerky, bacon, boiled eggs, or packing a cooler. Ashley has carried a brisket in a backpack while traveling.
Another option is bringing frozen burger patties to cook wherever staying. Planning ahead is key to maintaining the diet while traveling.
Panel members discussed what single meat they would take to a deserted island. Initial answers included chuck roast and ribeye steak. The discussion evolved to consider brisket, with questions about whether a smoker would be available and the ability to build a fire.
Barb addressed how much iodine to use and whether to take it daily, noting she has an underactive thyroid and nodules. She does not take iodine daily and recommends iodine loading tests before considering supplementation.
Dr. Nelson mentioned Kahala Labs offers a $70 at-home urine test kit that requires taking a 50 milligram tablet first. Dr. Brownstein's research indicated 95% of his tested patients were iodine deficient. Dr. Bright's recent interview on the Primal podcast discussed iodine and thyroid health.
Dr. Heather Stone advises against taking iodine without confirmed deficiency, as studies suggest it may worsen Hashimoto's. Not everyone is deficient - one panel member tested as sufficient and does supplement. Anyone considering supplementation should work with a functional medicine or naturopathic doctor for monitoring, as improper use can cause swings between hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism.
One panel member takes 12.5 milligrams sometimes 25 milligrams under naturopathic doctor supervision and feels fine doing so.
Panel members discussed air fryers for cooking ribeye and other steaks like outer skirt steak. Recommendations include the Ninja Speedi with heating elements on top and bottom for good searing, and the Dreo which includes a temperature probe for precise cooking.
The Dreo probe allows programming for specific doneness levels like medium rare, with automatic flip reminders and rest periods. Some concern exists about Teflon coating on certain models. The Tasty air fryer has a ceramic option with a probe.
Panel members discussed hanger steak, noting it was cooked perfectly by Chris Cooking Nashville. Chris has an excellent cookbook available. Denver steak was mentioned as very flavorful and part of the chuck roast from the shoulder area.
A 61-year-old woman with two and a half years on Carnivore reported losing hair again after one year on the diet. She previously had thyroid problems that resolved. Dr. Nelson's recent presentation covered this topic.
Recommendations include tracking protein intake to ensure adequate consumption. The body may sacrifice hair to preserve vital organs when nutrients are insufficient. There is typically a three-month delay between a triggering event and visible hair shedding.
Suggestions include eating plenty of protein, adding organ meats like liver or liver capsules, and consuming egg yolks for vitamins supporting hair growth. A full thyroid panel including free T3, T4, reverse T3, and antibodies is recommended even if thyroid issues previously resolved.
Common causes of hair loss include iron deficiency, zinc deficiency, biotin deficiency, hypothyroidism, autoimmune disorders, and stress from diet or other situations including extended fasting.
A question was raised about helping with lactose intolerance on the Carnivore diet.
Sam asked whether Carnivore is easier in the States versus the UK. The response indicated preference for the UK experience. UK meat lacks hormones, prices were comparable to US, and cheese quality was notably better - particularly aged cheddar with better texture and flavor. Double cream from the UK was recommended as available in specialty US stores.
Virtual tickets remain available for the World Nutrition Summit with a link in the chat. Panel members expressed excitement about upcoming travel and speaking engagements.
A question was raised about Chuckai availability and pricing. Panel members noted difficulty finding it in Washington State because stores typically sell chuck roast whole rather than cutting out the smaller Chuckai portion. Asking butchers directly may yield availability. Demand drives what stores stock.
The winner of the 30-day Healing Humanity membership giveaway was Roxanne Friend. Winners claim prizes at HealingHumanity.movie/giveaway. Panel members were encouraged to share their YouTube channel links.
Lynn mentioned the Warrior Women series started with Jen and Coach Lisa, focusing on motherhood stories in the first session. The monthly series continues with a focus on women.
Barb is scheduled to appear later this month after the hosts return from South Africa. The discussion will focus on letting go, covering not only empty nest syndrome but also letting go of dysfunctional relationships, including those within families. Jen will be participating and may experience anticipatory fear around the empty nest syndrome topic. Adam will remind Jen to properly button her shirt for the session.
South Africa trip is scheduled, followed by the Mentis retreat in Florida with Scott, Adam, and Barb. The Healing Humanity YouTube channel exists as a separate platform from Carrie's channel. Subscriptions are requested on the Healing Humanity channel to support the 24-hour live stream, which will be streamed on both Carrie's channel and the Healing Humanity channel. This dual-channel approach aims to amplify reach and message distribution.
The October 23rd release is described as very important for multiple reasons. Viewers are instructed to subscribe to both channels and set reminders for the 24-hour live stream to avoid missing the event. The hosts acknowledge the challenge of staying awake during the extended 24-hour duration.
Barb's upcoming commitments include all Healing Humanity activities, the live stream, streaming sessions, the Mentis retreat, and Hack Your Health in November, making the next few weeks particularly busy.
Dr. Nelson will host Dr. Anna Rosa the following Thursday. The first week of November, Dr. Nelson will return to the Healing Humanity Live community. The topic remains to be determined, with a possible discussion on how milk and milk proteins are highly insulinogenic.
Ashley made an important announcement regarding switching to the tomahawk cut, referencing being a "fickle carnivore" and receiving the suggested nickname "flip flop."
The hosts expressed appreciation for viewer participation. The show occurs every Thursday night at 6 p.m. Central Standard Time, with the next episode scheduled for the following Thursday.
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