Carnivore Questions LIVE & Giveaways!
In a Nutshell
Live Q&A with the Healing Humanity team featured carnivore diet success stories including 120-215 lb weight loss, medication elimination, and symptom resolution, while addressing cholesterol concerns and recommending advanced testing like NMR panels and CAC scans over standard lipid panels. Menopause management, hair loss, longevity factors, and fat intake adjustments were discussed with emphasis on stress reduction, sleep, and exercise as critical non-diet interventions. The session promoted the upcoming "Healing Humanity" documentary premiere and ongoing community events.
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The session is a live Q&A with giveaways featuring Barb, Adam, and Ashley. Lynn is traveling and not joining. Participants are encouraged to post their best questions or healing testimonies using the hashtag #ribeye. Ashley will create a ribeye for particularly good questions. A random drawing will award a blue Healing Humanity shirt to one participant who posts with the hashtag.
The world premiere of "Healing Humanity: The Power of a Proper Human Diet" is two days away at the Montello Theater. The event sold out within 48 hours. Additional tickets and waitlist spots are being added. The events page is located at healinghumanity.ov/movie/events. Signing up for the newsletter ensures notification when new locations and tickets are added.
Upcoming screenings include:
- June 27th: Chicago premiere
- June 29th: Florida
- July 18th: UK
- September 26th: Impact conference in Kalamazoo, Michigan, in partnership with Low Carb for Better Health
More events are being finalized and will be announced soon.
Meatstock is recommended for attendees. Using code "healing humanity" provides $50 off tickets. VIP tickets have already sold out. The event has received three different national news recognitions. The food at previous Meatstock events was described as incredible, particularly at the speaker cabinet VIP events. Attendees are advised not to procrastinate as the event is likely to sell out.
Barb, Adam, and Ashley's YouTube channels are linked in the description. Subscriptions to each channel are required to be eligible for giveaways. New members Carol, Judy, and TKH22 were acknowledged. Membership proceeds support Healing Humanity documentary efforts and future series.
A viewer named Marian reported hair loss after seven months on carnivore despite maintaining weight. Barb explained that hair loss typically occurs about six months after a stressful event. The dietary change itself constitutes stress on the body. Thyroid issues can also contribute to hair loss, and checking thyroid numbers is recommended. Any other life stressors besides diet should be considered as potential causes.
A 42-year-old viewer named Kesha, who has been carnivore for over three years, asked about managing menopause symptoms. Barb shared that her own menopause transition was not terrible and believes carnivore and a proper human diet help significantly. Research into bioidentical hormone replacement therapy is recommended, as the 2002 Women's Health Study contained misinformation about cancer risks. Additional recommendations include focusing on diet, stress management, and sleep.
Adam emphasized the importance of exercise and sleep for menopause management. Sleep can be paradoxical because menopause symptoms may cause sleep difficulties. A bedtime routine with screens turned off is advised. Exercise provides both physical and mental benefits and improves sleep quality.
Outside of nutrition, the panel identified stress reduction as the top factor for longevity. Barb suggested reducing stress. Adam emphasized mindset, including reframing negative experiences as strengthening opportunities rather than suffering. He referenced a statement from Dr. Kiltz: "There's no suffering, only strengthening." Ashley recommended intentional quiet time, being still, prayer or reading if religious, and spending time in nature. Barb stressed being intentional about identifying and removing sources of stress rather than accepting them as inevitable.
A local viewer asked about purchasing a Healing Humanity shirt before the Montello Theater premiere. Additional black shirts were being sourced locally by Jen. Remaining shirts would arrive with Ashley. Shirts could be purchased at the Saturday premiere, with bathrooms available for changing. Adam's new design shirts would also be available at the event.
Daisy is still struggling but ate a little on the day of the stream. Bill was able to do yard work. Bill expressed appreciation for thoughts and prayers. After Daisy recovers, Bill plans to attempt making her fully carnivore again.
A viewer reported that knee cracking sounds resembling a Doritos bag resolved after 20 months carnivore. Panel members shared similar experiences with elbow and ankle sounds diminishing. Inflammation-related sounds often resolve early in the carnivore journey.
Carnivore Wayne lost 120 pounds, equivalent to ten 12-pound bowling balls or twelve 10-pound bowling balls. He also stopped getting HS cysts and grew his business due to increased focus since August 2024. The panel noted that brain fog elimination and energy increases lead to better decision-making and execution, doubling success metrics for many people. Examples include pastors Jimmy and Annette whose congregation doubled after one year carnivore.
Honeybee reached 90 days carnivore, was taken off four medications with more to follow, and lost 32 pounds. Cranky Carnivore Cutler reported complete relief from osteoarthritis knee pain. Mimses Garden, who has no thyroid, completed nearly four months carnivore after a rough transition from clean organic eating. Carnivore Junkie from Gilchrist, Texas, discontinued blood pressure and cholesterol medications.
John Ricky 9445, age 65 and 2.5 years carnivore, completed 10 days of extended fasting with average glucose of 74 and ketones at 6.5. The panel noted this indicates deep ketosis and healing processes including autophagy, mitophagy, and stem cell generation. Alyssa's ketone reading exceeded 5 after potential exposure to questionable ingredients in BRZ.
The Healing Humanity film screening information and signup form for becoming a screening captain can be found at healinghumanity.life. A large button labeled "where to watch" provides viewing options, and another button allows users to express interest in hosting screenings in their own cities.
A blue Healing Humanity shirt giveaway was awarded to Roxan Friend, who can claim the prize by visiting healinghumanity.giveaway and completing the form. Ashley will send the t-shirt promptly.
A 30-day free membership to healinghumanity.life is available through a drawing at the end of the call. Participants should post their best question or testimony using the hashtag #life. The community hosts approximately 12 Zoom calls per week, including the Inspire Together call held every Thursday night. Doctor and expert sessions occur on Wednesday nights. New members can receive 50% off their first month using the promo code displayed on screen.
Katherine noted that carnivore is not expensive, especially when fasting. This observation also applies to veganism.
Lisa Spencer asked what carnivore does to cholesterol. Total cholesterol can rise, but the key distinction lies between large fluffy LDL particles and small dense LDL particles. The overall LDL count includes both types, so the number typically increases on carnivore even when the ratio of small dense particles remains favorable.
The nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) test provides particle size breakdown. On carnivore, small dense particles usually stay in a good range while overall count rises, often prompting doctors to prescribe statins.
Lean mass hyperresponders show LDL above 200, triglycerides below 100, and HDL above 60-70. Barb explained that HDL often rises and triglycerides fall on carnivore. The triglyceride-to-HDL ratio serves as another important marker.
Dave Feldman's documentary The Cholesterol Code explores this profile. Long-term data remains limited, though research continues. Some participants report their physicians support the approach despite elevated numbers.
Carnivore may optimize cholesterol by allowing the body to use it as intended rather than responding to inflammatory inputs from processed foods. Cholesterol supports brain function. One participant stated they would accept a slight risk of higher cholesterol with healthy ratios after losing their mother to Alzheimer's.
Diabetes presents a significantly larger risk factor for heart disease than cholesterol alone.
Cranky Carnivore Cutler reported severe anxiety related to PTSD was 99% calmed by a proper human diet. Purple Coconut 65 shared their story: diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, they discarded prescribed Metformin and statins, adopted low-carb then carnivore, eliminated the diabetes, lost 120 pounds and 10 inches from their waist, and discontinued all medications.
Return visits to physicians after adopting carnivore often yield surprising support. One doctor stated the patient was "absolutely controlling everything great through your nutrition" and encouraged continuing the approach. Many doctors enter medicine wanting to help people heal but receive training that limits options to prescription medications. The film aims to inspire the next generation of doctors by demonstrating that healing is possible.
Lori asked whether independent labs like Own Your Labs can provide more detailed LDL information. Own Your Labs offers packages that break down particle sizes and include APOB testing at discounted rates. The NMR test (sometimes called Li-NMR or advanced lipid panel) is recommended for carnivore dieters. LabCorp offers similar testing under names such as Cardiac IQ.
Using Own Your Labs with the code "carnivore today" provides 10% off, and opting into the Citizen Science pathway adds another 10% discount. The Citizen Science Foundation, founded by Dave Feldman, collects carnivore data for ongoing research.
A CAC (coronary artery calcium) scan costs around $50 out of pocket in some locations and provides direct visualization of plaque buildup. Insurance coverage varies: some report $99, $250, or full Medicare coverage, while others note insurance does not cover the test. The scan offers a baseline for heart health decisions and may be more informative than a basic lipid panel alone.
One participant with a CAC score of zero noted the low statistical likelihood of heart disease in the following five years. Statins have been associated in some reports with increased CAC scores, creating a potential cycle of testing and medication.
Jack Young Jr. asked whether belly fat is typically the last to go. At a certain point, reducing dietary fat intake may be necessary because excess exogenous fat continues to fill fat cells rather than allowing the body to use stored fat. Experimenting with lower fat for a couple of weeks can test this approach. Individuals addressing mental health or neurological conditions may need to maintain higher fat levels.
One carnivore maintains intentional belly fat as an energy reserve despite excellent metabolic health, prioritizing function over appearance.
Trish, at four weeks carnivore, continues to experience joint pain. The principle "the bigger the wound, the longer it takes to heal" applies to recovery timelines.
Carnivore Cheer celebrated four years carnivore and expressed gratitude for freedom from carbs and sugar. Another participant reported migraines resolved on carnivore but returned after eating salad for two days.
Modern produce differs from historical varieties due to agricultural chemicals applied to soil and crops.
Brian, after one year carnivore, achieved an A1C of 4.1 (previously 6.7) and lost 215 pounds, with 85 more pounds remaining as a goal.
Mighty Manu, working to reverse type 2 diabetes and congestive heart failure while needing to lose over 200 pounds, asked whether higher fat intake is preferable. Higher fat supports satiety and reduces temptation toward problematic foods. No major concerns were raised regarding congestive heart failure, though individual medical consultation is advised.
Joshua, two years carnivore, reversed multiple diseases, lost over 170 pounds, came off oxygen, and reversed diabetes. He was recently diagnosed with alpha-1 genetic disorder. No panel members were familiar with the condition.
CAC scan pricing varies significantly by location and insurance status. Some carnivores have observed scores decrease after dietary changes. A basic lipid panel alone may lead to statin prescriptions without the additional context provided by advanced testing or CAC imaging.
Health for Purpose shared a recipe: crisp bacon, drain or retain grease, add butter, stir, portion into 5x7 glass dishes, and freeze. The result uses substantial bacon and produces convenient bites.
Tom noted both of his CAC scans were covered by Medicare when prescribed by a physician.
Dr. Nelson mentioned CAC testing will likely increase in popularity alongside growing carnivore adoption.
Brown butter bites are made from melted butter cooked on low heat until it turns brown. The process creates a caramel-like smell and flavor, making it almost like carnivore candy. Some people find straight butter unappealing, so this preparation method offers an alternative. The bites should be refrigerated after making. Thomas Prime Ribs was mentioned in chat as having discussed this preparation.
A drawing was conducted for a 30-day free membership to healing humanity.life. The winner was Jack Young Jr. Those who did not win can still join using a promo code displayed at the bottom of the screen. To claim the prize, Jack Young Jr. should visit healing humanity.mmovgiveaway, fill out the form, and Lynn will send the code.
Healing Humanity is available at healing humanity.movie. Viewers can click on "where to watch" or raise their hand if they want to screen it. New cities are being added regularly, with Orlando and UK recently added. Additional locations will be announced soon.
Barb has a new YouTube video dropping tomorrow featuring an interview with Robin Hon, also known as Carnivorous Grandma. Robin is hosting the Impact Meetup in Kalamazoo, which Barb and others plan to attend.
Adam announced he is close to finalizing a new business venture with Scott Everson, founder of Meatstock. They are organizing a retreat in Florida scheduled for November 1st through the 10th. The retreat will focus on mindset and healing, particularly for people with stubborn health conditions. The goal is to retrain the brain, provide practical tools, and create lasting change. Details will be announced soon.
Ashley mentioned being excited about events happening that weekend and encouraged people who haven't secured tickets yet to stay tuned as availability is moving quickly.
The live session occurs every Thursday at 6 PM Central Standard Time.
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