AVOID THESE FOODS ON THE CARNIVORE DIET! -Doctor Reacts

Think all you need to do to be successful on a carnivore diet is eat only animal products? But what if the kinds of animal foods you’re including are harming you? Do you need to dig deeper and eat only specific *kinds* of animal foods? But what if you can’t AFFORD to eat certain types of food? Should you forget about even trying carnivore? Watch Dr. Westman’s reaction to a popular carnivore influencer raising alarms about this. Is she being scientific or sensationalist? #carnivore #nutrition #health

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[KWMc]

I'm retired so I purchase meat from Wal Mart and Aldi, along with canned tuna and salmon, butter, cheese, whipping cream and conventional eggs (60 per box) from WM. I feel fine and get good results. It's all better than highly processed foods made with sugar, margarine, flour and seed oils.

[hadish]

Too many influencers like her are almost shaming those who cannot afford the “best” quality carnivore foods. It’s not feasible for some to purchase ribeyes for daily consumption. Dr Berry says do the best you can…I appreciate his words a whole lot more than hers. Thank you for bringing this to light, Dr.

[peterbeyer]

Dr Westman dissects arguments so respectfully!

[williamberliant]

I don't have much of a budget, either, but fortunately, I did extremely well eating all the things she said not to eat. Spam, Vienna Sausage, canned tuna, canned chicken, and the cheapest deli bologna I could find, and the El cheapo eggs are my food. I lost 220 pounds, and my A1c went from 11 to 4.9. I'm 78 and take no meds.

[twiggyfitness]

This list is like the gold medal of carnivores. I'll keep my silver medal because how many people can't qualify. Being carnivore is life changing in a positive way, so just do what you can afford.

[shelbienapier]

I'm a poor carnivore/ketovore with chronic kidney disease. My labs have improved since I've been eating this way. I eat pastured foods whenever I can but, that isn't always possible. I don't fret about it, I know, the poorest quality of meat is still better than carbs.

[bagamias-hula]

I'm carnivore, but often say - don't be vegan about carnivores... thus ocd disorder some carnivores have is ridiculous

[cinnie]

You should have ten million subscribers. You are so clear-headed and informative without being judgmental. Thank you.

[CatholicNonno]

Not a fan of elitist carnivore. Just like those who say you 'can't eat spices or hot sauce, etc'. You eat whatever meat you can afford. Sorry, if it helps me stay on plan, I'm using those products. Any meat is better than the SAD by far.

[EvanEdwards]

Different people have entirely different experiences: I have lost nearly 240 pounds in the last 13 months, over half my original body weight. I have a coffee protein shake every morning and otherwise eat almost entirely eggs and tinned meats, mostly fish (herring steaks, sardines, and kippers, but also Vienna sausages), plus some leafy greens (spinach and lettuce) and a touch of other vegetables (green or red onions, celery, radishes, and seaweed) as treats. I have a large rack of spices and a range of cast iron to prepare a variety of eggs. I aim for "zero carbs, " knowing that I'll have a minimal amount, and generally aim for lower calorie. For example, recently I added reduced fat cheese (for the lower calories) that I use sometimes in the eggs. My doctor is tracking me, and the health benefits have been incredible.

Tinned fish and meats are pre-portioned and easy to track. It pairs well with eggs and salad. And you can develop a taste for it, even if you didn't start with one. It comes in a wide variety of sauces and preparations (kippers are like fish bacon!) and ranges from inexpensive to fancy. Similarly, I use cheese slices in plastic. I prefer non-wrapped cheese, but it's easy and pre-portioned in low calorie, low carb units. It's not my preference in cheese, but it's what works best for my personal weight loss efforts.

Every two weeks I take Saturday night and the following Sunday to be off diet and eat for pleasure. This is again a personal aspect: I lost my weight after my wife unexpectedly passed away right after her 40th birthday. It coincides with a theater group I am involved with and is a social and cooking evening and day for my mental health, which is just as important for overall health.

I no longer mind being hungry, but if I am, I can eat. If I'm not, I don't eat. I will often go Monday and Tuesday without eating after an off day if I ate a large amount. If not, I'll eat Monday night. My attitude toward food is different, and I am confident that I can keep the weight off for the rest of my life. I just wish Sarah was around to see the results of my efforts; she was fit and I was not. She loved eating out, but unlike me, had better portion control. I know she worried about my future health, even saying so when she was in the ICU with a DNR bracelet. I urge anybody with serious weight to lose to do so sooner rather than later. The change in your life is astounding and transformative.

[hawaiingirlbeth]

That video irritated the pfff out of me.
All these coaches making their own rules.
Thank you for covering her video.

[SarahGreen]

I've watched her stuff before. I find her to be a purist. I like your balanced approach, Dr. Westman. I appreciate the information I get from your content.

[jamesvictor]

Dr Westman, you are such a valuable voice. A big thank you is due. I have learned so much watching your videos. I love the non-confrontational yet uncompromising takes you give. Please keep up the good work!

[thomasohern]

She's not wrong. Clean food is better. She's not saying don't eat it if you're going to starve.

[Mrs.Jones_]

Clearly this woman has no food budget to stick to. Not all of us can afford $8 a dozen eggs or $30 lb rib eye. Thanks Dr. Westman for providing common sense information!

[cookshackcuisinista]

Dr Westman always speaks with humility, grace, and kindness! The reality is he could trash these people, but he never does 🎉❤! And he is the Sage of the age when it comes to obrsity, low carb, and the SAD!

[AndreaSwiedler]

Yeah, i just dont need to hear her crap. Since having cancer and really struggling with the after effect of my surgery, i had to quit work, live on a fixed income. It is so hard to afford food. So, what she is saying is if you can't afford to eat expensive food, you might as well just give up. That video was the last I watched of hers. I will trust Dr. Westman.

[deedeew]

I am carnivore for right now because I am a sugar addict and I have no self-control. I also have severe osteoporosis and I have broken 16 bones in 12 years. I really feel I need to do something about my bones. So now carnivore.

[DANOVERBOARDvlogs]

I love his humble calmness and approach to being completely open to possibility and not ignoring facts and proof of sources or findings over time.

[Miraak]

Yes, Dr Westman, there is nothing wrong with eating deli meats. I have been eating them all my life. I am 80 and have NO signs of cancer ! Hot dogs and everything else has gone down my chute, and continues to do so ! ! !