What To Do When The Carnivore Diet DOESNT Work For You

In this video, I’m sharing the journey of how my husband and I tackled a challenge that many face on the Carnivore Diet. While most people experience rapid weight loss, improved blood glucose levels, and better metabolic health within the first month, my husband wasn’t seeing any of those results. After 18 months, he hadn't lost a single pound, and his glucose levels remained high despite eating zero carbs. On top of that, his fasting insulin levels were elevated, and his inflammatory markers were off the charts.

We were baffled and frustrated, especially as we read success stories from others. But after digging deep, we finally figured out the root cause and developed a new protocol to follow. This protocol has been incredibly effective—taking him from 270 pounds down to 220—and it’s a non-pharmaceutical approach that's still ongoing.

In today’s video, I’ll break down exactly what we did, how we approached the problem, and how you can figure out the best protocol for yourself. If you’re struggling on the Carnivore Diet and not seeing the results you expected, this video could be the key to unlocking your success.

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[LisaPaves-lypu]

Yes, this was also me! Thank you for speaking on this topic. I believe so many people don’t realize this is happening and just give up. I was almost 1 year carnivore and had elevated blood sugar and extremely low ketones. I did a 72 hour fast and saw a great response in both bs and ketone numbers and have now started doing 3x 42 hour fasts weekly and numbers are improving and weight loss has finally been unlocked.

[lisachelton]

Thank you for this. Fasting is the only way I have been able to lose weight and reduce my liver enzymes. It's good to see this issue being addressed by someone in this community.

[gnudldb]

Jenny, first of all, you give great information in a nice package and timely. I cannot stand 25-30 minute videos and mostly will not watch them. Love how much info you give in 16 minutes.
My daughter is dealing with this exact problem and we watched this together and will try to implement some of them.
Thank you for great info.

[jcg]

It’s so beautiful you are so united and supportive with your husband in his struggles!

[kathicarter]

I was so confused and disappointed that i was not losing weight on Carnivore. I tried Ketovore adding health veg and avocado. That did it. I guess I needed a few more carbs to hit my metabolism sweet spot. Best wishes for your husband!

[Andrea_]

Please keep updating his progress. This is my situation roughly. Mine was a combo of overnight work, coupled with CPTSD sustained over a 3 year period that crashed my adrenals. Inflammation & autoimmune markers for years.

[crisscroix]

It's the stress, especially if he had an abusive or high stress childhood, the body is programmed to keep protective fat as a defense mechanism. Sucks to be so exceptionally difficult to lose weight from someone else's bad behavior, it's taken me decades to figure out why my body defied physics. A friend was going to be talking with Dr. Berry yesterday about this very concept, I can't wait to hear what he has to say. We will get there, I knew fasting was the reset necessary to break the programming. Keep up the good work, you're looking great both of you!

[ClarkSellMK]

This sure came at the right time. Thank you.

Jumped on the wagon a month ago, 49y/o and I just cannot get onto ketosis. It seems like the only time I really loose any weight is when I fast. Slowly the visceral fat is coming down, but it’s hella slow.

Walk 3-5m daily and I’ve been pretty damn strict.

I measure my numbers when I wake up everyday and I’ll say it’s been disappointing when you see the same results day in and day out. Ya sit here wondering if you’re doing the right thing.

[quadmama]

Thank you so much for all this information. It gives me some direction. I actually started carnivore in June of 2023. I lost 50 pounds in the first six months, and then nothing since. I did gain and lose the same six pounds for about a year, and then in the past few months have gained about 10 pounds. I haven't done anything differently than I did from the start. Super confused and frustrated. I am going to look into the DEXA scan for sure and start doing some water fasting. You are seriously more informed than any other person I have watched! Thank you again.

[freebound]

Jenny, thank you so much for all you do for the community! XOXO

[Buckdaddys]

It's about time someone started talking about this, I've been wracking my brain for the last year, trying to figure out just what is going on. I lost weight on carnivore. I was down 60 lbs, then out of the blue, I put 20 lbs back on and have been stuck for a year now, all while staying as strict carnivore as I can. Thank you, I think I have finally found the answer that I was looking for as to why. Now for the solution

[MaxDamage-bhos]

Wow!!!
That`s literally golden
Thank you for your efforts!!!!

[dawnaugustyn]

This is me! I've been low carb for a few years and carnivore for almost 2 years and I've lost 10lbs maybe. This is so helpful!

[Woody_TwoShoes]

The straight up honesty and clarity on your history i really respect.

[Yogi-Bajogie]

Thank you Jenny...I had been waiting for this because I have a friend that has been on Carnivore for several months and hasn't lost anything and still doesn't feel her best. I notified her that this video was out!!

[trishmurray]

I'm having the same problem, and am a veteran faster...but just can't mentally do it recently. I was hoping carnivore would be the bridge over fasting, but I'm having exactly the same problem as your husband. I hope you can get to the switch flip and find a miracle!!

[CarlosRivera-kcdf]

Jenny, thank you so much for this video! My fasting insulin is still very high and I'm planning to try a 72-hour water fast once a month to see if that helps!

[oksanalarue]

Jenny!! You and Goran are such a great team! I’m so proud of both of you for you doing all the research and helping him and for him to be willing to get healthy for his family. God bless you and keep you!!! Very inspiring story of consistency and preservation, I’m sure results will be great!!!

[nayelad]

I love your channel because you engage and answer questions with your subscribers

[nikkin]

This was very helpful. I literally cannot get down past 228 lbs. it’s crazy. I’m going to implement the things your husband tried. Thanks for sharing.