Carnivore Questions LIVE & Giveaways!
In a Nutshell
Carnivore Q&A team hosts weekly session with major documentary momentum: Meatstock drew 1,200 attendees instead of expected 200, Healing Humanity premiere sold out in 48 hours, and new screenings are being added in Chicago, Tennessee, Michigan, and UK. Key health takeaways include carnivore diet reversing heart disease markers via LDL-sugar mechanism elimination, vision improvement being nearly universal, and lion diet protocols for stubborn autoimmune conditions. Giveaways include blue Healing Humanity shirts (hashtag #ribeye) and 30-day memberships (code: life526).
These notes were generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies.
The team is conducting their weekly carnivore Q&A on Thursday night with Adam, Lynn, Barb, and Ashley. They will be answering viewer questions and conducting giveaways during the session.
A Healing Humanity shirt in blue color will be given away. Winners can be selected in two ways: by posting the best question with hashtag ribeye, or by posting a testimony with hashtag ribeye. Viewers can do both by posting a question separately and then a testimony.
The premiere at Montello Theater sold out in 48 hours. The event is scheduled for June 6. A wait list is available for those interested in a potential second showing. To join the wait list, visit healinghumity.mmov, click on events, and access the Montello page to submit an email address.
New theater locations have been added including a showing with Dr. Tony Hampton in Chicago, a screening at Low Carb for Better Health in Tennessee, and a showing in Michigan. The team is working on securing a UK location. Additional screenings will be announced as they become available.
Viewers interested in hosting a screening of Healing Humanity at their local movie theater can volunteer through healinghumity.mmov. A link is available on the site for those who want to be "boots on the ground" and organize local screenings. Many people from Meatstock have already signed up for this opportunity.
The Meatstock screening exceeded expectations with approximately 1,200 people attending instead of the anticipated 200. The room was essentially full with only a few empty seats. The experience of laughing and crying with that many people was described as phenomenal.
The audience clapped multiple times during the film, which was unexpected. This reaction was so frequent that it created concern about people missing subsequent parts of the documentary.
A scientific survey was sent out after the event with feedback described as amazing and incredible. The primary complaint from attendees was wanting to watch the documentary immediately in their hometown rather than waiting for scheduled screenings.
The team has chosen not to release the documentary on YouTube immediately, following a strategic path used by other documentaries to reach millions of people. They emphasize their responsibility to the stories filmed and to supporters, with a stated goal of reaching millions of viewers rather than haphazard distribution.
Meatstock is scheduled for May 7th through 9th at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. Early bird tickets are currently $200, with an additional $50 discount available using the code "healing humanity," bringing the price to essentially half of this year's cost.
VIP tickets are selling quickly with only 19 remaining at the time of the discussion. VIP dinners were described as amazing. Carrie and Adam's presentation on Healing Humanity inspired people who were previously unfamiliar with the documentary to ensure they watched it.
Rancher Maggie received three standing ovations during the event. She was described as an absolute inspiration who has no TV, no radio, barely knows how to use her phone, doesn't carry a credit card, and lives in an isolated area. At 85 years old, she stated that the experience changed and grew her, noting that even at 85, people can learn and grow.
The presentation was recorded by a professional studio. The team is considering releasing the full presentation on the Healing Humanity YouTube channel once the footage quality is confirmed.
During the presentation, Dr. Barry was honored with a video compilation of people stating "Dr. Barry saved my life." This segment received a standing ovation from the entire room, with audience members yelling "WE LOVE YOU DR. BARRY." Dr. Chaffee was sitting in front of Dr. Barry and stood up clapping during the tribute.
All speakers at Meatstock were described as fantastic, gracious people who made time to talk with attendees after their presentations. Michaela Peterson was noted as being very down to earth despite being a celebrity. The carnivore community energy was described as great, with everyone pitching in to help.
Ashley, Rhett, and Brett worked with only one hour of sleep per night cooking for the event. They encountered bears during the cooking process, having to fend off bears while preparing meals for 300 people. This was their first time cooking for such a large group.
Dr. Baker, who has been a huge inspiration to many people, stated that Rancher Maggie inspires him. He missed his flight due to talking with attendees but was introduced to Rancher Maggie, spending 10-15 minutes speaking with her and requesting a photo.
Dr. Barry's closing presentation from Meatstock on Sunday is available on his YouTube channel.
Carnivore diet can help with narrowing heart arteries based on anecdotal stories of improved CAC scores before and after. Dr. Philip Ovedia emphasizes the importance of preventing progression rather than reversal. For very high CAC scores, medical intervention may be necessary alongside dietary changes.
Dr. Ovedia recommends nattokinase as a supplement that can help dissolve and remove calcium, and CoQ10 for stopping progression of arterial issues. These recommendations complement the ketogenic/carnivore dietary approach.
LDL cholesterol chases sugar through the endothelial lining of arteries, encapsulating glucose and forming plaque. When carbohydrates are eliminated from the diet, there is no sugar for LDL to capture and sequester, making high-fat, moderate-protein carnivore diet beneficial for arterial health.
Paw Beater has been a member for 32 months, currently at day 992 with 8 days remaining until reaching 1,000 days.
Brett was honored to cook for Michaela Peterson and her husband during Meatstock, preparing her steak to perfection. The cooking team received praise for preparing fabulous meals and creating a noticeably better dining experience than the previous year.
Exogenous ketones temporarily raise ketone levels and are particularly useful for people who have difficulty achieving ketosis through diet alone, such as elderly individuals with Alzheimer's. They can be added to coffee gradually to avoid digestive upset.
Exogenous ketones last approximately 2.5 hours in the system before being eliminated. They are expensive and may not provide optimal value compared to adjusting dietary fat and protein ratios to achieve ketosis naturally.
Beth Overby reported that carnivore diet healed her PVCs, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, inflammation, brittle nails and hair, blood pressure issues, and resulted in 40 pounds of weight loss. She plans to hike the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail next year.
Ashley has not tried the sardine challenge. She has heard about it but is not a fan of sardines and would need to mentally prepare. For those who enjoy sardines, it is described as a great way to reset and eat something with all the nutrients while staying full.
Lynn has done several three-day and one five-day sardine challenges. She likes sardines and finds them helpful for autoimmune issues when her gut is acting up. She recommends trying different kinds of sardines, noting that Seasons brand skinless, boneless sardines are very mild and milder than tuna. The bones in sardines with bones are soft and not noticeable.
Barb mentioned doing one can of sardines a day for a week while working with coach Lisa. She cautioned about histamine levels in canned fish and meats, noting that people with histamine problems should be careful with a full sardine challenge.
The first drawing awarded a Healing Humanity shirt in color blue to Lane Penny. Lane was spotted at Meatstock. To claim the prize, winners should go to healinghumanity.Moviegiveaway.
A 30-day free membership to healinghumanity.life is being offered. The membership site features a dozen Zoom calls per week including Wednesday doctor/expert calls, Tuesday Q&A, and Thursday inspire-together calls. Courses and community support are available. A 50% off first month promo code "life526" is available.
Healing Humanity merchandise sales were overwhelming at Meatstock. All merchandise including shirts, hats, and keychains is available at healinghumanity. Merchandise sales support the documentary distribution to millions of people and potential future series.
Rob, a 60-year-old male, shared his 54-month mostly carnivore journey. He lost 90 pounds, saw 90% improvement in neuropathy, normalized blood pressure, went off all medications, and experienced much better dry eyes and tinnitus. He feels great but is still trying to lose the last 30 pounds.
Lynn advised checking body composition rather than just scale weight to determine if weight loss is needed. She suggested that sometimes eating more rather than less can help when the body finds a set point. Movement is important for mitochondrial and muscle glucose utilization, including resistance training and cardiovascular exercise. She recommended mixing up macros, quantity of food, and potentially incorporating fasting to signal the body to move from its current set point.
Barb addressed whether more salt could improve sleep. She recommended gradually increasing salt intake while monitoring effects. She emphasized that all electrolytes matter including potassium and magnesium, and that drinking too much fluid can dilute electrolytes.
Ashley explained that stomach discomfort typically subsides within the first two weeks, though this varies by individual. The feeling of fullness may come quickly, but the body needs time to adjust to the new eating style. Loose stools may take longer to resolve.
Lynn added that ox bile supplements can help when transitioning from a standard American diet to higher fat intake, as the liver needs time to adjust bile production. Starting with lower fat amounts and gradually increasing may be helpful. Ox bile is not needed long-term.
Sean from the YouTube channel "Eyes on Carnivore" experienced vision loss and had incredible healing on carnivore. Many carnivores report vision improvement after starting the diet, with eye doctors noting unusual improvement in their records. Lynn experienced this personally when her glasses stopped working properly and an optometrist confirmed her vision had actually improved.
A poll on a Healing Humanity Life Zoom call showed practically everyone experienced vision improvement. Dozens of people have reported this in their medical records.
Maggie offered Dr. Barry farming advice at Meatstock. Brett prepared Michaela and her husband's steak for Friday dinner. The 5 on Fox host Kennedy gave a shout out to Meatstock in Tennessee, saying "Meat is back."
Meatstock was four times bigger than last year's event. The community aspect provides inspiration and accountability, with people making friends and supporting each other through text messaging.
R.J. McKenna shared the work of Dr. Georgia Eid with veterans dealing with PTSD. A planned Healing Humanity series episode will feature Arn, a veteran who found healing for mental health through proper human diet and coaches other veterans with PTSD.
Lynn addressed Cam's low energy despite over a year on carnivore with good thyroid tests. She recommended checking genetic variants using raw data from ancestry.com or 23andMe, particularly MTHFR variants that affect B vitamin methylation and toxin clearance. She suggested mycotoxin testing and heavy metals testing, especially for those eating high fat. First, she recommended tracking macros to ensure adequate fat and food intake before pursuing environmental tests.
Meatstock was planned for Mother's Day weekend. The date is set in stone for next year, but Meatstock 2028 will avoid holiday weekends.
To host a screening, visit healinghumanity.ov and click "host" or "become a screening champion" on the homepage. The form is free and asks questions about local logistics like movie theaters and parking. The team works with screening champions to get films listed and seats filled. Materials and Q&A support will be provided for post-screening guidance.
Lynn had her gallbladder removed and explained the transition to carnivore. Most people without gallbladders previously ate low fat. She recommends starting with 50/50 fat ratio rather than jumping to 70% fat. Rendered or liquid fats cause more digestive issues than solid fats like cold butter. Ox bile supplements help until the liver catches up, which takes about 3-4 weeks. The liver eventually adjusts to produce adequate bile.
Ashley confirmed that many carnivores do not have gallbladders and should not be discouraged from trying carnivore.
Many people successfully follow a carnivore diet without a gallbladder. Some individuals need to ease into the diet gradually rather than making abrupt changes. Once adapted, they experience no issues with fat digestion or dietary adherence.
Autoimmune conditions present significant challenges when individuals report no results despite strict adherence to the carnivore diet. Several factors influence outcomes:
- Duration of the condition matters significantly, as some conditions may not be fully reversible but can be put into remission
- Adam has successfully stopped vitiligo progression and achieved some improvement, though complete resolution is uncertain
- Personal healing timelines vary based on years of prior illness and medication damage
- Two years on carnivore has produced tremendous healing for some, though not yet perfect results
- Younger individuals with shorter disease duration typically achieve remission more easily
For autoimmune conditions, higher fat intake may be necessary. Many practitioners in the carnivore space connect autoimmune disease with gut health issues and leaky gut syndrome.
When standard carnivore approaches fail, stricter protocols may be required:
- Transition to the lion diet consisting of beef, lamb, salt, and water
- Eliminate beef, bacon, butter, and eggs if these trigger symptoms
- Some individuals need to maintain the lion diet for over a year
- Consider histamine sensitivity as a complicating factor, since the gut contains numerous histamine receptors
- Aged, smoked, or non-fresh meats can trigger gut inflammation and delay healing
- Addressing gut health directly impacts autoimmune disease resolution
A 30-day Healing Humanity membership was awarded to Susan Lydia. Non-winners can access 50% off using code "life526" at healinghumanity.com.
Multiple documentary screenings are scheduled:
- Premiere in Montello on June 6th
- Bike screening on June 12th
- Additional screenings planned for Canada and the UK
- Tennessee and Michigan locations already booked
- All screening information available at healinghumanity.com under "where to watch"
The Montello screening sold out within 48 hours, with a waiting list currently filling up, potentially enabling a second showing.
Weekly Q&A sessions occur every Thursday at 6 PM Central time.
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