10 Carnivore Questions No One Is Asking But Should!

Are we asking the right questions about the carnivore diet?
In this video, Dr. Eric Westman flips the script and reveals the overlooked health benefits of the carnivore diet — insights that most people (and even experts) aren't talking about.

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[NorseCarnivore]

I’m 23 years old, and carnivore cured my Depression, Anxiety and IBS. It seriously saved my life!

[theophilusmann]

An example of a sincerely open minded yet thoroughly cautious doctor. Thanks for bringing this to the public. Carnivore for almost 5 years and loving it.

[suefitzsimmons]

Over the years I've had problems with constipation. I went carnivore and wow what a difference it has made to my bowel movement s.I am very happy.😂

[Meathead-]

I've been carnivore for 6+ years, can't say that I will always eat this way but as long as all of my health problems stay resolved, I will be carnivore :)
obesity, prediabetes, loose teeth, bleeding gums, sensitive teeth
cold sores, blocked sinuses, mouth breathing, left eye twitches (tetany)
heartburn, calf cramps, yellow stool, blood in stool
edema below the knees, painful feet when walking, sunburn is less
shoulder, back and neck pain after waking, lower back pain and stiffness

6+ Years on the carnivore lifestyle now :)
Yes, we are carnivores so eat more meat!
Eat Meat, Not Too Little, Mostly Fat

[djwarrior]

I admire Dr. W. Three months into my carnivore journey. My many inflammatory issues already gone. Another side effect: I’m down 36 lbs. My anxiety, brain fog, depression, and general discontent is gone. The food noise has really improved!

[wispiwispi]

I started Keto Jan 1, 2024 because I had become insulin-resistant and was trending toward type 2 diabetes. After 90 days, my chronic diarrhea ceased. I had been having diarrhea daily for years! It was the reason I never wanted to leave my house. I have not had diarrhea since! My last 'wellness' checkup and blood work has shown me trending away from type 2 diabetes!

I started Carnivore 6 months ago and really did not notice any difference in my life different from Keto. It just made it simpler to shop at the grocery store. I am now back on Keto, since I do love mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, peppers, broccoli and Caesar salads (without croutons).

[ambrosiofamily]

Thank you, Dr Westman! I moved from keto to carnivore years ago. My (very ill) sisters have told me that carnivore is an “eating disorder.” I literally am the picture of health now at 66 years old and feel amazing.

[janicemorris]

I was diagnosed with Celiac in January of 1992. Of course I had to go gluten free. The problem was that no one told me that because I was eating all the high carb, highly inflammatory gluten free foods that 2 1/2 years later I would get a diagnosis of T2D and hypothyroidism. Maybe if someone had said don't eat that and explain to me why, I might not have gotten those last 2 diseases. Thankfully I know now. More than 8 years low or no carbs has changed my life and my health for the better. When I went Carnivore, eczema and all gastro issues went away. I am not on any diabetic meds. No going back. ❤

[DebraRN]

This might be my all-time favorite video that you’ve done, Dr. Westman. In your calm, intellectual manner, you lay out the plain facts of the benefits of eating very low carb. I’ve been eating this way for over six years and my coworkers who are also medical people, of course, think I’m a little bit crazy and worry about my health. Little do they know, I couldn’t feel any better!

[Bacrenfencing]

Benefits of Carnivore for me = Down 40+ lbs in 3 months, no more joint pain, dry skin totally healed, cured my diverticulitis, overall skin health, stronger teeth and gums, much more stable energy, always feel satiated after eating, don't crave carbs (but still crave sugar now and then), nails are much stronger and grow a lot faster, no more bloating, no more snoring and generally feeling 20 years younger (I'm 52).

[debbiehooper]

Confirmation that I'm on the right path! Thank you, Dr Westman! Carnivore for 20 months. Scurvy free!

[JYAN]

I love it that Dr Westman has been defending and recommending carnivore as of late

[CarmiGrayce]

Dr. Westman, this video right here is absolutely perfect for us to share with others that are skeptically minded about carnivore. I started it 4 months ago straight from plant based and I feels so much better!! In fact I am saving this very video to have on the ready to share 😊

Well done and appreciate you!!

[nancygorham]

Listening 30 March 2025.. In my 3rd year strict CARNIVORE eating, and loving it!!

[jarichardsutube]

Hey Dr Westman - As Always. Thank You for this helpful & Informative Video 😊👍 -70SometingGuy

[NorthDakotaCarnivore]

Great information Dr Westman.
Following a carnivore diet i have been able to go from morbidly obese, BMI 43.4, to overweight, BMI 29.6, in 7 months. Ketogenic diets will absolutely help heal obesity. I weighed 347 pounds in Dec 2024. Started carnivore at 335 pounds in Aug 2024. March 2025 I made it to 237 pounds and out of the obese category. Another 37 pounds to get to a "normal" weight. It will happen. Just a matter of time and enjoying this way of eating.

[Worsrol.]

Very informative for a beginner like me, thank you.

[ytrefugee]

My wife is 44yrs old, 5'4, 205lbs, has type 2 diabetes, had her gall bladder removed, and ive been trying to convince her to throw out everything she had been told by her doctors about eating "healthy", and to give keto/low carb a shot, (i am on a mostly carnivore diet, still learning), i am just trying to get any advice from anyone who might have any knowledge or experience with someone in a similar situation to my wife. Thank you!

[patrickh]

Why are so many people still ignorant about fruits? My God, the information has been out on the internet for years now. It is so simple to understand that there is no such thing as an essential carbohydrate! So, plants (vegetables and fruits) are not required to live a healthy life. An animal based diet is the most nutritious diet on the planet, far superior to a plant based diet. Just one observation...why do vegans and vegetarians need to take so many supplements if their way of eating is better than carnivore? Just the fact that they need to supplement null and voids their claims.

[meatrition]

Great and easy to understand. It's important that doctors are still making these claims because so many people are unsure.