Protein & the Carnivore Diet

What Our Members Say

Protein is one of the most actively debated topics in the community, mostly around how much is optimal and the protein-to-fat ratio. The common landing point is that most members do well prioritising fatty cuts and letting appetite guide protein, while those focused on muscle track it more deliberately.

• Most members report best energy and satiety eating fatty cuts rather than lean, high-protein meat alone
• Members chasing muscle gain tend to track protein deliberately, often around 0.7–1g per pound of goal bodyweight
• "Rabbit starvation" from very high lean protein with too little fat is a commonly cited reason to prioritise fat
• Appetite is the most-cited protein regulator — many members eat to satiety rather than counting grams