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Howdy, all! New guy here, just checking out the forums and hoping to connect with like-minded folks. Started with keto several years ago, but decided to adjust my macros to include much higher protein levels in order to help facilitate gains at the gym. Naturally, it was a perfect segway into the carnivore lifestyle. Hoping I found the right place!
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Has anyone run into issues with carnivore months in rather than right near the beginning? 8 months in and nearly 80 pounds down from almost 300 and I started having random chest and joint pains. Nothing dramatic, just little pinches throughout the days. Recommended to eat twice a day and take magnesium and electrolytes but still happens at times.
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First, congratulations on your progress! Nearly 80 pounds is an accomplishment.
The joint discomfort makes me wonder about oxalates, particularly if you previously ate a lot of oxalate-rich foods. Some people report symptoms they associate with oxalate dumping.
I'm more concerned about the chest discomfort. Even though you're describing little pinches, I wouldn't want to assume they're related to carnivore or electrolytes. I would encourage you to have that checked.
The joint discomfort makes me wonder about oxalates, particularly if you previously ate a lot of oxalate-rich foods. Some people report symptoms they associate with oxalate dumping.
I'm more concerned about the chest discomfort. Even though you're describing little pinches, I wouldn't want to assume they're related to carnivore or electrolytes. I would encourage you to have that checked.
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Hi everyone 👋🏽
So I'm new here. Looking for support and guidance on this journey of better health and weight loss. I have started, then stopped. I tend to get major snack cravings and over eat. Looking to hold myself accountable, so I joined! Thanks for having me 😊
So I'm new here. Looking for support and guidance on this journey of better health and weight loss. I have started, then stopped. I tend to get major snack cravings and over eat. Looking to hold myself accountable, so I joined! Thanks for having me 😊
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Protein Challenge Check-In!
It's been a few days since our meeting. How are you doing with reaching your protein goal?
1. Nailing it! I'm reaching my goal.
2. Making progress! Getting closer each day.
3. Struggling! Finding it harder than expected.
Drop a 1, 2, or 3 in the comments!
Remember, progression, not perfection!
It's been a few days since our meeting. How are you doing with reaching your protein goal?
1. Nailing it! I'm reaching my goal.
2. Making progress! Getting closer each day.
3. Struggling! Finding it harder than expected.
Drop a 1, 2, or 3 in the comments!
Remember, progression, not perfection!
generalunited stateshart (mi)
What is the direct email to Rina?
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Couldn’t attend the Protein meeting. Question,no matter how “clean,” protein shakes are pulverized protein, and therefore turn straight to glucose in the body spiking insulin. Seems that absorbing protein from natural sources is the only way to avoid the negative impact of what shakes do to glucose and insulin impact.
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That's a good question. Protein shakes don't automatically turn into glucose simply because the protein has been processed into powder. The body breaks protein down into amino acids, which are used for muscle repair and many other functions.
Protein can stimulate insulin, but that doesn't necessarily mean blood glucose will spike. I generally recommend getting protein from whole foods first, with beef protein isolate as an option when someone struggles to meet their protein needs.
I also think there's a difference between drinking a shake on its own and consuming it with a meal, since the other foods can influence digestion and absorption. Ultimately, an insulin response isn't necessarily a negative thing. It's part of how our bodies use protein.
Protein can stimulate insulin, but that doesn't necessarily mean blood glucose will spike. I generally recommend getting protein from whole foods first, with beef protein isolate as an option when someone struggles to meet their protein needs.
I also think there's a difference between drinking a shake on its own and consuming it with a meal, since the other foods can influence digestion and absorption. Ultimately, an insulin response isn't necessarily a negative thing. It's part of how our bodies use protein.
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Hmmmm....Got my ketomojo on Monday. It was a good recommendation to get one. It held a few surprises and exposed a few lies I was telling myself, lol. Monday's glucose was definitely higher than I expected. But it has definitely cut out my grazing and non-carnivore foods the last 2 days as I want to be able to track and see positive changes.
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4 months into carnivore meats and cheeses and eggs, the last 2 weeks have been strict carnivore just beef , but and salt. My digestive system is so sluggish and need to go but can't. Anyone else experienced this and how do you fix it?
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so the one solution I did was eat ground beef for a bit and included the rendered fat...cleared me out good. Butter I found never really triggered an increase in bile and so I can't use it to resolve constipation like issues. One thing to consider though, is if you are like me, my bile production when I first started carnivore was quite sluggish and did result in some pain on my right side under by breast as my gallstones righted themselves. I did use some apple cider to help, it seemed to help me, but not a guarantee and it may be a placebo effect. Heat on the side did help a bit as well. If the pain is considerable and persistent on the right side it should be checked out by a doctor.
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Doing lion diet 3 weeks energy flat still foggy brain in dumps really been back on carnivore train started may wasn't seen any change why switch up to lion diet
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How to get app once again? Tganks
generalunited stateshyannis (ma)
**Protein alone will not build muscle.**
Your muscles also need the right training signal, enough food, quality sleep, and time to recover.
Join us Tuesday for **How to Increase Muscle & Get Strong.** We’ll break it down into simple, realistic steps you can begin this week.
Your muscles also need the right training signal, enough food, quality sleep, and time to recover.
Join us Tuesday for **How to Increase Muscle & Get Strong.** We’ll break it down into simple, realistic steps you can begin this week.
generalunited stateshart (mi)
How to measure my fat intake?? if I am allowed 107gm fat from this app calculator and I am eating 5 eggs with tablespoon of butter and 570gm ribeye for the day? How to get 107 and below or over ??
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Just for fun: If you could wake up tomorrow with one health “superpower,” which would you choose?
A. Steady energy all day
B. Deep, restful sleep
C. No cravings
D. Stronger muscles
E. Calm digestion
Share your letter in the comments. No wrong answers here. I’m curious to see which one wins!
A. Steady energy all day
B. Deep, restful sleep
C. No cravings
D. Stronger muscles
E. Calm digestion
Share your letter in the comments. No wrong answers here. I’m curious to see which one wins!
generalunited stateshart (mi)
Hi Rina. Thank you for you reply. I will try to do what you suggest. Just to clarify re eating to satiety: then what about the recommended calories intake (1,904 kl/day in my case) based on the Macros? At ICMNI I was also told not to exceed 450g of food (fat + protein) per day. With no restrictions I can easily eat 600-700g per day. Thank you.
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Bloating, cramping, diarrhea, nausea, headaches, itching, flushing, congestion, or even a racing heart after eating?
Histamine could be one piece of the puzzle. But why do some people react while others don't?
Join us for our group coaching discussion on Histamines & Gut Health.
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First, I’m so glad you found the Histamine and Gut Health meeting helpful. Welcome back, and thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed response.
You’ve added an important perspective about looking beyond food and considering whether the body has the nutrients needed to support DAO activity. It’s encouraging that you’re already noticing better sleep and fewer skin flare-ups.
Your experience is a good reminder that histamine problems can have several contributors and that the answer may look different for each person. Thank you as well for the book recommendation and for sharing what you’ve learned with the group.
You’ve added an important perspective about looking beyond food and considering whether the body has the nutrients needed to support DAO activity. It’s encouraging that you’re already noticing better sleep and fewer skin flare-ups.
Your experience is a good reminder that histamine problems can have several contributors and that the answer may look different for each person. Thank you as well for the book recommendation and for sharing what you’ve learned with the group.
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Even after 1 day back on carnivore I'm finding I'm dumping fluid pretty fast and my muscles are cramping. How much electrolytes should I try? I don't have LMT way to expensive in Canada but I do have organika electrolytes 1 scoop has 1000mg sodium, 186 mg potassium 79mg potassium
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LyndaCoach
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When you're transitioning back to carnivore, it's common to lose water and sodium, especially during the first few days.
I'd suggest generously salting your food throughout the day. A small pinch of salt in water may also help.
Magnesium can be helpful for muscle cramps. Magnesium glycinate is generally well tolerated, so consider starting slowly with 200–300 mg of elemental magnesium daily.
Potassium is tightly regulated by the kidneys, so I wouldn't recommend supplements without knowing your levels and kidney function.
I'd suggest generously salting your food throughout the day. A small pinch of salt in water may also help.
Magnesium can be helpful for muscle cramps. Magnesium glycinate is generally well tolerated, so consider starting slowly with 200–300 mg of elemental magnesium daily.
Potassium is tightly regulated by the kidneys, so I wouldn't recommend supplements without knowing your levels and kidney function.
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I'm going to start chemotherapy on the 22nd. My question to the doctor, or whoever can help, about the diet. What kind of diet I should be taking during the chemotherapy session. I have six sessions, 18 weeks altogether. I appreciate your answer.
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Thanks for the interview with Dr Unwin. I believe I'm a carb addict as any small crumb of carbs throws me off carnivore completely and then takes me weeks again to get back on track! Shameful. I have kept up no dairy tho and I find measuring protein has been key for me.
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