Was I Wrong About The Carnivore Diet? - Doctor Reacts

Did the carnivore diet almost cost someone their life—or did it save them? In this video, Dr. Eric Westman reacts to a compelling personal story from the No Carb Life channel, where a long-time carnivore shares how this diet transformed their health, from reversing arthritis to possibly aiding stroke recovery. Is the carnivore diet the ultimate elimination diet? Can it help resolve chronic illnesses and improve quality of life? Stay tuned as Dr. Westman discusses the science, the stories, and the surprising results behind the carnivore lifestyle!

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[Zaaxun]

I can honestly say every single one of my health problems went completely away on carnivore diet. Bad heartburn, indigestion, bloating, gas, headaches, chronic knee and back pain, fatigue, brain fog. All gone after 3 months of carnivore, ten times more energy and mental clarity. It's nearly miraculous.

[gwb]

67 year old man here. 99.9% carnivore (I drink coffee & tea and use spices). Lost 200 lbs over last five years. When people see me now they often can't believe I didn't have weight loss surgery. Usually, I just tell them I stopped eating junk foods - which is the truth!😮

[tjan]

This is my story. I was a working fitness model and was a former bodybuilding competitor. I went to the best sports dietitian in the southern hemisphere. I ate oatmeal, egg whites, green beans, broccoli, sweet potatoes and tons of chicken breasts. I had a reaction to that. I am never had bad skin and started getting excema next to my nose per the dermatologist. Gave me an ointment and it went away but it looked like I had Rosacea. Then I got brain fog, migraines and always had the worst allergies on the planet even as a kid. I had allergy shots for as long as I can remember. My lifelong general practitioner diagnosed me as a type one diabetic and dramatically altered my life. Trying to get insulin right and using glyberide it made me gain crazy weight. I have always been around 118 pounds. I gained 50 pounds in less than 3 months. I was still working out and eating healthy. I got up to 190 when he told me he made a mistake I was never diabetic at all. To stop taking insulin immediately and typed a letter saying he made a grave error and takes responsibility fully. I lost respect for the medical establishment at that time. I could not sue him since he did not damage my liver, heart or pancreas. I was pissed off. I started eating nothing but organic foods. I wanted nothing processed or chemicals at all. Still eating my fitness diet still got very ill. My allergies got worse, worse migraines, mitral valve prolapse, endometriosis stage 4 and they wanted to remove my uterus, sores on my face, brain fog. I learned that I am celiac, allergic to all grains, allergic to nuts and seeds, allergic to seed oils, and allergic to most vegetables and some fruits. I started eating nothing but beef, butter, bacon and eggs over 14 years ago and reversed all my health conditions. I can have raw dairy when I can find it. My sores were celiac sores. I am now 107 pounds and I have never been healthier. I still lift heavy weights and build muscle and I will never change my diet.

[strokins]

Dr. Westman, you don’t need click bait titles, your fans will come view your videos based on the facts and knowledge you share.

[janealan]

I listen to at least one of Dave Mac's interviews every day to keep me motivated and involved in the carnivore community. I'm a 75 year old female who doesn't get out much. Dave Mac's podcasts keep me connected to like minded folks. Enjoy your channel. Greetings from Toronto, Ontario 🇨🇦

[altobalk]

Dr. Westmen is the one of the OGs. Thanks for everything! 2 years into it and I'm maintaining a 70 pound weight loss and thriving. I did have a cheat day (xmas day) which is rare for me and I paid for it. Inflammation and gastrointestinal distress quickly followed. Now i remember why I made the change. If you are thinking about making the change, DO IT, you won't regret it.

[healingwithcarnivore]

eating carnivore for almost 3 yrs, i had a stroke 2yrs ago but i kept doing strict carnivore no cheating and feeling good but have lost some right sided movements but i feel so good and i'm sure the stroke was from eating 60 yrs of carbos and a lot of food. i am now sprinting and lifting heavy weights and feeling better overall. thanks for your videos they help...

[vickimartin]

Dave Mac (no carb life) is one of my favorites. 💜😃👍

[pointshealthcoaching]

The thing i find most tragic is that most ppl continue to perceive keto / carnivore to be "extreme". In reality, the Standard American Diet is the truly extreme diet - based on faulty & poor quality evidence that is responsible directly for so many chronic diseases. This is the tragedy.

[TheGreatonejah]

What is frustrating is that there are several people around me with different issues. I try to tell them go on carnivore, but they look at me like I’m telling them to jump off a cliff. I’m on the carnivore 98% of the times and most of my issues are gone and they see this and still refuse. So o tell them keep doing what you doing and keep being sick, but I stop giving them any advice . I feel like they wasting my time

[chargermopar]

Love Dave mac's channel and was happy to be his first interview!

[mymetaboliclife]

Great job using Dave Mac as an example. We are all going to change the world by getting this message out there.

[carnivorehippie]

Anyone who watches Dave even a little knows this story, but it's well worth repeating. Dave's stroke happened many years ago and it was a hemorrhagic stroke which can happen to anyone in any state of health.

[cyn]

I love Dave! Dave is a wonderful advocate for carnivore! He has found health from it like so many of us. Now he interviews people so they can share their stories as well. Great guy.

[megpatricia]

I had a hemorrhagic stroke DESPITE being a marathon runner, group fitness instructor, and eating the “healthy” Mediterranean diet with “ healthy” whole grains, veggies, fruits. After the stroke, I did my research and came upon Carnivore. I love it. I do have residual left hemiparesis; but I’m back to work as an RN, my thinking and reaction time are clear, quick, precise. I’m going to the gym and Ruck marching! My docs are amazed!! Thank you to all the brave Carnivore/ Ketogenic docs blazing a trail for us stroke survivors🙌💯❤️

[janekrelle]

Love your dedication and the knowledge you share. I have been helping my husband follow your way of eating which is so similar to mine, I have been carnivore for nearly 2 years and having amazing results. I am 76 and my husband is 77. We are both having great results. My hubby is off all his meds including diabetic meds. Definately have all but gotten rid of all my joint pain, gotten rid of hashimotoes disease awful gum disease better able to focus. All the usual things you all talk about. So grateful to you all.

[TOMGARVEYtheKETOCOOK]

Eating a Clean Keto lifestyle, I avoided knee replacement surgery! You need to cut out sugar from your life and eat as low carb as you can!

[jacquelinetaylor]

I did keto (vegetarian) for years. Was in constant pain from arthritis. Started carnivore almost 2 years ago. No more arthritis. I'm not strict, always used tea, coffee and spices. I'm 67 and have never been on a prescription medicine. I'm the healthiest senior I know.

[DavesHikesNewMexico]

As of today I have been on a strict keto life style / carnivore for 399 days. The changes have been amazing. I am getting way more energy to do what I love to do hiking and exploring trails. I have way more energy and feel way better at 67 than years back. I had been a diabetic for 30 yrs and finally a year ago after watching your videos and others I follow I decided to do the ketogenic lyfe style. Thank you for your videos!

[lloydhlavac]

Dr Westman, I always enjoy your balanced analysis of these videos.