Carnivore Questions LIVE & Giveaways!
In a Nutshell
Panelists answered carnivore diet questions, noting that many health markers improve after 60-90 days of strict carnivore, and that fasting glucose, liver enzymes, and insulin resistance often normalize over time rather than requiring immediate concern. Sardine fasts, coffee elimination, and fat-to-protein ratio adjustments were identified as effective tools for resolving digestive issues, cortisol spikes, and stalled weight loss. The film "Healing Humanity" is expanding theatrical screenings nationwide, with a 50% off membership giveaway to healinghumanity.life currently active.
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The Thursday night carnivore Q&A features panelists Adam Lacey, Barb from No Carb Barb, and Ashley Carnivore Brothers. The session focuses on answering questions, sharing healing testimonies, and conducting giveaways including a blue Healing Humanity shirt for participants posting with #ribeye.
Upcoming Healing Humanity screenings include:
- June 27th in Chicago (sold out)
- June 29th in Orlando, Florida
- July 18th in the UK
- September 5th at Impact conference in Kalamazoo, Michigan
- September 26th-27th at Low Carb for Better Health in Tennessee with Amanda Decker
The film is available for theater hosting through healinghumanity.movie. A grassroots campaign encourages viewers to contact local AMC, Regal, or Cinemark theaters to request screenings. A video posted on Carrie's channel highlights the Meatstock screening with 1,400 attendees and includes Dr. Ken Berry's reaction.
Tom asked whether panelists have tried sardine fasts. Adam tried sardines (skinless, boneless, in water) mixed with dill pickles and found they tasted like tuna. He doesn't fast, preferring to listen to his body's natural hunger signals since he has nothing specific to heal.
Carrie tried sardines 2-3 years ago and noted they taste like tuna when eyes are closed. The main challenge was overcoming the visual aspect of eating bones and eyes.
Barb has done a 6-day sardine fast and uses sardine fasts when traveling causes digestive issues from restaurant food. She has lupus affecting her gut and finds sardine fasts help reduce symptoms and cleanse her system.
Ashley has not attempted sardine fasts. Bill in Alaska reported remarkable results from sardine fasting.
Kday9438 reported being insulin resistant after years of being "ketovorish." Carrie recommended transitioning to strict carnivore for 60 days to test impact on insulin resistance, then re-evaluate. She suggested getting a KetoMojo for monitoring and testing numbers periodically.
Adam noted carnivores can present as insulin resistant and requested more details on duration of ketovore eating. If someone has been low-carb for 6+ months, elevated markers might be physiological rather than pathological.
A 156-day carnivore reported ALT levels between 43-50. Barb advised waiting at least 6 months before blood work on carnivore and noted ALT/AST should be below 30, ideally in the low 20s. She emphasized not becoming nervous about lab numbers and focusing on how one feels instead. Most liver enzyme elevations resolve over time, but persistent elevation after a year warrants further investigation.
Carrie identified additional vegetable concerns including chemical contamination from pesticides and glyphosate, and plants' natural defense mechanisms that can cause digestive upset. She noted vegetables are non-essential, having gone 3+ years without them while maintaining excellent health markers.
Ashley mentioned wild animals refusing to eat modern fruits and vegetables left by corn feeders, suggesting animals instinctively avoid chemically-treated produce. Even organic produce may not match historical nutritional profiles.
Lee Kopis (Kent Carnivore) shared that vegetables caused visible gas and undigested chunks in his ostomy bag, while wheat caused no reaction. Carrie experienced chronic bloating from low-carb vegetables like broccoli that resolved completely on carnivore.
Maria Noble asked about elevated red blood count, hemoglobin, BUN, creatinine, and low CO2 on carnivore. Adam reported his own BUN and creatinine are elevated, which Barb confirmed is typical for very low-carb diets. The hemoglobin/hematocrit and CO2 markers require medical interpretation.
Shari reported fasting glucose of 105-135 on day 61 of carnivore, with pre-carnivore A1C of 6.4. She eats beef, butter, bacon, and eggs twice daily while taking doctor-prescribed supplements.
Ashley advised staying the course as A1C reflects a 3-month average and takes time to improve. Readings below 130 are not diabetic range. Adam noted low-carb diets can cause muscle insulin resistance, leading to higher blood glucose readings.
Adam discovered his elevated fasting glucose correlated with coffee consumption through CGM tracking. Cortisol from coffee raises blood glucose. He also found coffee raises triglycerides by 20+ points on blood tests.
Barb emphasized 60 days is early in the adaptation process and results are not linear. Focus on overall trends rather than individual highs and lows.
Tom asked whether giving up black coffee or aged cheese would have greater positive impact. Adam leaned toward coffee based on his personal findings, noting individual responses vary. Some people experience increased cortisol when quitting coffee initially.
Barb and her daughter plan to do a lion diet in July, eliminating cheese, coffee, and other items to assess individual impacts.
Someone is planning to monitor ketones and blood glucose levels closely using a Keto Mojo device to observe the impacts during a specific period. Mark suggests that decisions about giving up certain foods depend on individual goals and health conditions.
Mark notes that individuals with histamine issues may need to avoid aged cheese, while those focused on weight loss might see greater impact from reducing cheese. For balancing cortisol and circadian rhythm or reducing caffeine dependency, giving up coffee would be beneficial. The recommendation is to pick one change and assess how you feel.
A drawing was conducted for a Healing Humanity shirt in blue. The winner was Rick Steves, announced as Adam Hawkin. Non-winners can purchase shirts at healinghumanity.movie under the merch section. Rick Steves can claim the prize at healinghumanity.movie/giveaway by filling out the form.
Another giveaway was announced for a 30-day membership to healinghumanity.life. Participants should post their best question or testimony using #life. The membership site includes courses, approximately 12 Zoom calls per week, doctor expert sessions on Wednesdays, Q&A on Tuesdays, and inspire together sessions on Thursdays. A 50% discount on the first month is available using a promo code shown on screen.
Moxy Roxy 3 inquired about screenings in Texas, specifically the San Antonio area. A screening is planned for early August in the Dallas area, with details to be released soon. Additional markets in Texas are being explored. Subscription to the newsletter is recommended for updates.
Carrie addressed whether gut issues cause health problems, referencing Hippocrates' statement that all disease begins in the gut. She discussed a previous video about fermented foods and shared that while fermented foods helped her personally after years of antibiotic use and Barrett's esophagus diagnosis, the majority of her healing came from eating a carnivore diet and achieving strict ketosis, which allowed her to stop all medications.
Bill Cook asked Adam whether bacon is greater than beer. Adam responded affirmatively, and the group agreed they would choose bacon, noting that some participants were never big beer fans.
Kimmi asked about electrolyte drinks. Barb confirmed electrolytes are important and suggested making your own using Element's recipe on their website. She noted needing more salt personally and that blending electrolytes helps ensure adequate intake. Recommended brands include Salter, started by Scott Emerson who organizes Meatstock, which provides clean salt and electrolytes. She advised avoiding sweetened options with artificial sweeteners, including stevia, and suggested using flavored electrolytes as a transition from soda.
Ashley Kimmy, who has been mostly carnivore for several months, experiences periods of no appetite lasting days. Ashley responded that this is normal and not a problem, particularly for those with weight to lose. She emphasized eating when the body signals hunger. However, tracking food intake is important to ensure adequate nutrition and prevent metabolic slowdown. Barb recommended calculating Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) using online calculators, noting Maria Emmerich has one tailored for low-carb, keto, and carnivore diets.
Viewers were encouraged to sign up for the newsletter to be the first to know about theatrical screenings and home availability of Healing Humanity. The newsletter only sends important information.
Joanne Joan asked whether carnivores have more issues with appendicitis after having her appendix removed two weeks prior, having been told it was due to eating too much meat. The response indicated that conditions ending in "itis" are typically inflammation-related, and carnivore diet is effective at reducing inflammation. It was concluded that eating meat likely did not cause the appendicitis.
Moxy Roxy Lynn asked about weight loss injections combined with carnivore diet. Barb discussed peptides used in weight loss injections, noting that while diet and lifestyle should be prioritized first, these medications may benefit individuals with long histories of food addiction who haven't responded to carnivore or keto diets alone. She mentioned research on microdosing these peptides and Dr. Boz's work using them for Parkinson's patients. Concerns include unknown long-term effects, potential muscle mass loss, and the risk that weight regained after stopping may not be muscle tissue. The older a person gets, the harder it becomes to build and maintain muscle.
High Cal Human shared stopping the maximum dose of Zepbound after three months on carnivore and now losing weight faster. This aligns with the understanding that these medications can suppress eating below nutritional needs, and once hunger cues normalize, the body releases stored weight appropriately.
Ellen asked whether Salter coffee electrolytes or Prime protein powder coffee flavor would have adverse coffee effects despite not drinking actual coffee. Barb confirmed these could have effects, noting Salter coffee contains actual freeze-dried coffee though in lower amounts than regular coffee. The protein powder's coffee content was uncertain, but monitoring individual response is recommended.
Bill and Daisy Alaska joined the live session. Bill's recent YouTube video showing him working outside was recommended, with comments on the visible physical, mental, and emotional transformation.
A question was raised about natural shampoos avoiding harmful chemicals. Barb suggested tallow-based shampoo bars as the most carnivore-aligned option, mentioning Stone River as one brand tried. She recommended Serena Music and Carnivore Revolution's videos on the topic, noting some people have stopped washing their hair entirely using specific processes. Other tallow-based brands include Stone and Spear. The suggestion was made to have Compassionate Carnivore investigate shampoo bars.
Arlene asked whether fasting is more intuitive after the first year or primarily for weight loss and rejuvenation. Ashley expressed belief in fasting's healing properties and plans to incorporate more fasting personally. She shared that after a week-long fast, severe plantar fasciitis pain reduced from 9.5-10 to 0.5-1 while maintaining the same activity level. The response emphasized that fasting becomes more accessible as the body heals, and different people have different reasons for fasting.
Shari asked how to determine protein to fat ratio when trying to lose weight, questioning whether too much protein or insufficient fat was an issue. Adam emphasized this requires personal experimentation, suggesting measuring trends over 2-4 weeks and adjusting intake accordingly. Stress and cortisol are major factors in weight loss. Barb clarified that protein to fat ratio is calculated based on calories, not grams. Using a 1,500 calorie diet example: 100g protein equals 400 calories (4 calories per gram), leaving 1,100 calories for fat (9 calories per gram), resulting in specific macro percentages that can be adjusted up or down.
KDA9438 asked about deodorant choices. Responses included Old Spice, Squatch, Stone and Spear tallow-based deodorant, and Native as a clean option used during events.
Jolene asked how carnivore helps with A-fib, noting the heart performs more efficiently in ketosis. The recommendation was to check Dr. Philip Ovadia, a heart surgeon who has performed thousands of heart surgeries and discusses this topic extensively on his YouTube channel while offering telehealth services. The heart and brain both function efficiently on ketones.
Catherine, after drinking coffee for 50 years, quit 10 days ago and experienced a splitting headache on day five but nothing since. She observed her ketones increasing and was encouraged to provide updates. Congratulations were extended for breaking the 50-year habit.
Benjamin, 2.5 years carnivore, experiences light-headedness and energy plummets at the 36-hour mark of fasting despite maintaining electrolytes, though hunger is not an issue. The response acknowledged similar experiences, with some participants avoiding fasting entirely due to feeling better when eating. The suggestion was to check blood sugar, as it may be dropping too low. Fasting was described as a hormetic stress that not everyone needs or can tolerate comfortably.
If you're not feeling well while fasting, check your blood sugar and make sure it's not getting too low. Listen to your body. When doing a lot of fasting, it was a lot easier when carrying more body weight, but became more difficult after losing significant weight. The experience depends on what you're doing it for and where you are on your journey.
Moxie Roxy asked for recommendations of YouTube channels focused on carnivore kids. Laura and Chris Bath have done several videos talking about their kids eating a proper human diet. Nisha Berry talks from time to time about her kids eating a proper human diet. Kristie Sullivan has talked about her teenage son, though he's a little older and not quite a carnivore kid. Courtney Luda and Jenny Mitich also talk about their kids.
There's a huge opportunity for carnivore parents raising kids in an animal-based lifestyle to start a channel and help many people while educating and getting kids excited about eating healthy.
Lynn and Amy have a bunch of children's books specifically for kids called Carnivore Kids books. Search for Amy H.O.S.P. Carnivore Kids books on Amazon. The books are linked in the description below.
The Healing Humanity series is planned for the future once the documentary is out to millions of people. The series will cover several different health issues and various topics, with Carnivore Family and Carnivore Kids as potential episodes.
A drawing was held for a 30-day free membership to healinghumanity.life. Jazzy Mama in Alaska won the 30-day free membership. If you don't win, you can get 50% off right now. To claim the prize, go to healinghumanity.movie/giveaway, fill out the form, and Lynn will send the code.
There are a lot of carnivores in Alaska. A Bill Mott Healing Humanity screening could potentially be organized in Alaska if there's enough interest.
Scott and Adam's retreat will be announced soon in Tampa, Florida, just before Hacker Health. Stay tuned for approval details.
Rachel Ludwig and Ella Ludwig appeared on the channel previously. Rachel Dean is Rachel's dad and is 74 years old but looks nowhere close to 74. His channel is called Why Carnivore Explained and has a live stream for Carnivore Q&A. The new channel has a couple hundred subscribers.
Barb doesn't have anything scheduled currently but has some ideas in the works. Check out Barb's channel for great interviews. For coaching, connect through encouragingwellness.org.
Ashley from Carnivore Brothers might do content about cooking this weekend. Reminder for Father's Day Sunday: if you have a father or are a father, get a tomahawk steak.
The show occurs every Thursday at 6:00 p.m. Central time.
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