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If the carnivore bars set you off, just throw them out, don't buy them, don't eat them. I started drinking tiny little shot glasses of heavy cream. Now I can drink a pint++ of heavy cream, so I very rarely buy it anymore.
Such things are never so simple even though we wished it was. Depends are where the individual is in their journey. One day, we will all find a way to cope with our vices but it has never happened quickly for myself. I’m hoping we have space to allow those (myself included) who need the time to adjust.
When I feel insatiable, I turn to fat. It fills me up & shuts down the kitchen. You aren’t the only one that finds moments that throw us out of whack but you are doing great by sitting down, talking about it, & most of all, making plans to self correct!
I am also a recovering addict (mostly opiates, opioids and booze and just celebrated 5 years off booze and 4 years off the others in May!) And this carnivore journey has opened my eyes SO MUCH about just how freaking addictive sugar and carbs are.. as well as how behavior can effect our choices. It's all a journey and trying to figure it out as we go is a trip! Talking about everything and especially saying that you want to change is SO GOOD! We will get to where we want to be, keep bein brave and transparent, Lady!❤
Congratulations! It’s amazing how much our addictions transfer over to many different things in our lives - substance, people, food, activities, … 4 years sober for me.
Hey Vikki 💕 carnivore made it so easy for the first 18 months, but now the honeymoon phase is over and I need to do the inner work and get to the root of things 🙏
@@CourtneyLunasame here. After 1 year successfully carnivore, I find myself with ‘eat’ cravings. I’ve done regular fasting, tracked macros rigorously, etc. Suddenly I’m into the pork rinds with butter before my meal, just eating too much. I know I’m isolated, lonesome, anxious & unfulfilled and that’s where I need to focus, though feeling lost about where/how to start. You are not alone ❤
Hey Courtney, I have seen the 'footage' of you being happy, healthy and safe in Ketocon so thank god for that! I recognize the nerves and I am glad you have this channel to vent and let it all out. I have a channel too, and when I talk to the camera I see myself so its like I am talking to a mirror, even though I have a whopping 150 subscribers 🤭, if there were 150 people sitting in front of me I would totally black out, but this helps me so much with expressing my insecurties, cravings, cheats, challenges and victories. And the comments are álways 100% positive, so fantastic. So I am from Holland, with a Dutch mom and an American dad and because they split since I was very young I spent my childhood summer in California. He always wanted to buy tickets a year in advance or as soon as possible, and when my siblings and I got older him and his wife came over to Holland. Because my family was always obsessed with food and weight, they were all very skinny as well, I always got more and more nervouse the months before they came over. Started to eat my feelings and gaining weight, exactly the opposite of what I wanted! And then when they left I chilled out a bit. We all have our ways of dealing with pressure and I think you should be proud of yourself!! 5 Carnivore bars? Pffff whatever, this could have been a bottle of Vodka or a binge like the people from My 600 pounds Life on TLC 😂 I hope you can look back on a magic trip, because even though you are afraid of flying you still got there!! I miss the US! My dad and stephmom have passed a few years ago so I don't really go anymore. Lots of love from Holland Suzanne XO
Your video brought out such a tender topic that is also "the elephant in the room" for many. I appreciate it because it applies not only to those who can't moderate but also to those who can but still feel "guilty" for "white knock"-controlling their binge-prone behavioral drives. I firmly support the idea that "if you can't moderate certain foods, then create reasonable rules for yourself and abide by them."
I can totally relate to this! I had to reach myself when I would go through those moments If I felt the binge coming on I would stop myself and take a deep breath and grab a bottle of water and chug it down and get the heck out of the house for a moment. That has helped in so many ways. The food chatter is real! I wish you the best! ❤
Sorry I know it's hard. If it weren't for my issues with chronic pain, I would easily fall off the wagon because I can't moderate, but pain gets me back on track.
I SO feel this! I’ve binged on freakin’ vegetables in the past when I would try to “diet” on low cal/low fat diets. I’ve always had a problem feeling peace around food, it’s almost always been anger, which was likely my own internal anger. Thanks for sharing this. I think it is good for us to be honest about our issues and when others hear this it can be very helpful.
I can binge on straight butter easily. Especially brown butter. I’m talking sticks upon sticks all day. I had to stop buying it because I would reach for it before eating any meat. Now I don’t miss it at all. Out of sight, out of mind.
Wow Courtney. Thank u for sharing this. We are more alike than I ever realized. The struggles r real, and switching mindsets r hard. Much love to ya! ❤
More structure is a great idea! I will work on this plan as well. This binge was good, Courtney, for you and in turn for us. Learning, learning. All good, 😊.
Maybe try cutting Carnivore bars into little squares (like a chocolate bar). Set out a square to enjoy each day at the end of your last meal. Save having a full bar for when you travel. That will be such a treat & very practical!
I find myself just as obsessed/consumed with food no matter how I eat. When I’m eating carnivore, it’s meal planning because I work all day, then have to cook for myself and my family. Lately, my husband and kids want to eat ketovore, which is GREAT, but I find myself thinking of elaborate meals to keep them “interested” in staying with it. I feel like if I’m not at work, I’m planning, cooking, or shopping now, writing recipes and new ideas, it’s really becoming exhausting. I feel myself losing control sometimes, too.
I really appreciate you making this video, I find this far more valuable than most videos out there. Everyone always says “carnivore gives you so much food freedom” etc. While for some of us, this doesn’t necessarily stand true. Especially if we have certain traumas where for whatever reason we dealt with and calmed the emotion with a little snack. Even on carnivore we tend to be able to find ways around carnivore. Restriction, it’s definitely one of the worse things. I did a cut for a photoshoot last year and while I had to plan to reverse diet, because my calories were low and more PSMF, it made me feel so awful, I never stuck to my reverse. It’s really hard to find good plans or parameters to stick to when you have one of those addictive personality, I feel this in my soul!!
Thank you for sharing all of this. It’s not easy to put yourself out there. I am not surprised that a week long phase of caloric restriction led to a binging episode. Maybe the sardines are satiating, but it was still a significant deficit. I have also found that for those of us who struggle with food addiction, avoiding foods that are hyper palatable and keeping food rotation as simple as possible, along with avoiding periods of food restriction will help immensely. Just like giving up alcohol. What you are “giving up” is nothing compared to what you will gain. ❤
Oh Courtney! I can relate to you so much! You are extremely thoughtful and reflective. But you have to also remember that it’s just one day. And you are already back on track and you are being mindful of your choices in the future and that’s all we can ask of ourselves, so my recommendation is to look at yourself in the mirror love on yourself forgive yourself say it’s OK and talk to yourself like you’re talking to your best friend❤
Dearest Courtney. I think when you are stressed i.e. Keto Khan coming,then you stress eat for comfort. You have a lot going on and anything that comforts us we use to cope...alcohol,drugs,smoking,eating. Once you figure out your triggers you can have a plan rather than winging it. We all have this maybe why Americans are the most unhealthy country and overweight. When you can have anything you want, it's not such a good thing. Knowing what is right and wrong for us equals wisdom. Love you and we must love this journey
I work a swing shift , and I eat because I think I should not because I am hungry. Well, sometimes I am starving, but I never know how much to eat or when. I don’t know when to stop. I'm afraid if I don't eat, I won't get the chance later. I have lost 35 lbs since January.
Thanks so much for sharing this and being so transparent. I had done so well for 18 months and then a huge family stressor and subsequent steroid shot in my spine for nerve pain and totally went off the rails. Ribeye didn’t even taste good and was wracking my brain for answers. I have bought and eaten foods the last few days that I know are so wrong and feel like a hypocrite. I was actually going to search for a “getting back on track” video and this came up. Very thankful. Hope I make good choices tomorrow and get this thing back on track. ❤
I too have binged on Carnivore Bars. I eat a strict meat and salt only diet with coffee. I got the bars for traveling and our tornado kit. This last time, I got two 24 boxes. I don’t even like the taste that much but it turned into a binge. My husband who will eat anything hated them and when I started binging on the 2nd box I just took the whole 2nd box and dumped it. I’d rather waste $300 than hurt myself. For me they are a toxin like sugar. Seeing your video was such a gift. I thought it was me but I think it is something with the bars and how they are made that give me an adverse reaction. I have been carnivore for almost 5 years and I was shocked at what happened. Now I feel like I am fighting the urge to binge again for the first time in 5 years. It is like I am starting over giving up sugar. I am only eating meat and I know as “easy” as the bars seem, no thanks! Just thankful to know that someone else has had this same reaction. It is a big eye opener that once again, only eat fresh meat for me!
Thank you for posting this video and being real about your struggles. Binge eating is something I struggle with a lot. I know the pain it causes and just know, you are not alone ❤️
I found myself getting carried away with pork rinds and sour cream. So threw out what I had, to protect myself from binging. And now my plan is to only allow such a treat if on a vacation. Or a party situation. They’re so good! Have you considered eating more fat, less protein? Maybe add a little avocado? I’ve heard theories that some women do better on more of a ketogenic diet vs carnivore. Circadian rhythm? Electrolytes? Sorry if you have considered these, just throwing ideas out there.
I heard you say "that you have given up so much". The things that we "have given up" to become carnivores ONLY offered us a brief moment of pleasure in our mouths and a dopamine response. Otherwise, those things were poison and abused our bodies by not giving them nutrition that they desperately needed. I hope this will help your mindset. I know this is an area that I struggle in too
The one thing that bothers me of all the videos from non medical, nutritional people is most testimonies the person is still hooked on highly processed quick to grab snacks. It doesn't matter if it says keto, carnivore, low carb ect it is still processed poison with ingrediants that are designed to hook you into buying more. Cook whole foods at home where you control the process. I use Sunday evening prepping for the week. Boil a couple dozen eggs, cook a dozen 1/4 pound burgers, slice a pound of cheese. To cook a steak takes like 6-8 minutes in an air fryer. Even with a job and 6 kids 5 pets and a husband take the time to take care of yourself.
I feel the same. I’m not the kind of person that does “moderation is the key” I do better when I’m really strict with myself but also I want to enjoy my food. It’s so hard! lol I was eating very clean also but I was eating too much and kept gaining weight. I started fasting a lot more and have lost 9lbs so far in two weeks. I’m going slow and it’s been helping.
I have been in transition from a whole food plant-based diet dipping in and out of carnivore now since December most days I make myself proud and do really good and then the bindge happens. You have been an inspiration for me 😊 I'm planning my first ketocon for next year. I hope I'll get to meet you
This was kind of what I was expecting to happen (but hoping it wouldn't) after the sardine fast. We are always living and learning though. I was watching one of your old videos yesterday and it's just amazing how different you look and seem around food! You have come so far.
Me too and I fasted through it until I wanted meat again and I lost a severe amount of weight . I do know though through all of the elimination I am allergic to gluten . I just eat whole food now fruit veg meat . Easy .
Also, I totally feel you with the public speaking! I have had to push myself so hard to give presentations just for work! I call myself an extroverted introvert: I am extroverted when I have to be but my default is introvert. Hope it all went well for you.
Im the exact same way with food. Its a struggle! It helps to think about all of the other great things I'm doing and how far I've come. We're only human!
Have you noticed certain triggers? I am also an emotional eater. I eat my stress. I’m also a homeschooling mom of 3 littles and I know it can be really consuming and stressful. Hope you can get to the bottom of what triggers you. I know you also mentioned sobriety in another video… that could be playing a big part. We typically shift our addictions around. Focus on all you have accomplished because it has been quite a bit!❤
Stress for sure, but also my kids. The 2 times I’ve been away lately have still been stressful but I haven’t ate my feelings. If they frustrate or trigger me I turn to food. Sounds ridiculous huh? I’m thinking we need to get out of the house more, do more fun adventures and not hang out in the kitchen all day lol
I agree … you truly have made huge accomplishments!! Triggers for binge with me personally is restricted eating . I lost the weight , changed my lifestyle & kept it off . I don’t have any need to be strict that I can see , it causes too much anxiety 😟
You are not alone and yes it is maddening. But l don't stop with "carnivore" foods If l start down that binge path. What l know for absolute certainty is one bite is too many and 1000 bites is never enough. As long as l don't take the first bite of whatever it is l'm ok. Somedays that is extremely hard to do. Has nothing whatsoever to do with physical hunger or being satiated. In a moment of weakness and l can't eat one more bite of steak or hamburger and l still want a cookie.
Kudos to you for getting through the sardine challenge! I can barely eat a few - no way I'd even try eating nothing else for days! As far as public speaking . . . your friend gives good advice. Take a little time to write down things you might say to keep your audience interested, and speak them in front of a mirror a couple of times. You may not follow the script exactly when the time comes, but you'll have the material in your head to draw on, and remember it better because you "practiced".
This is so relatable. Thank you for always being so raw and honest. I am also struggling with emotional eating and stress and have tried everything it feels like. I hope you break your stall soon, you are doing a great job and I love how persistent and determined you are. Truly an inspiration 😊
I so appreciate you and being real. I can relate to your struggle and you have given me some great ideas. Macros frustrate me and I don’t understand how to get the right ones for me. I am excited to see you meal prep
I've been carnivore for 6 months now. Started at 250 lbs & I'm down to 195. 🎉 However, for the past month, I've not lost a single pound. Macros is something I've never heard of nor considered. = Are you able to do a video on what this means? Or how many to have, how to count them?? Is this like counting calories? 🤔 I'm very interested in learning, because I'm ready to see movement on the scales again! & lastly = you have all my love and support for being so raw, open, and honest! I just love your beautiful spirit ❤️
No I totally get what you're dealing with, you can binge on carnivore just like the regular sad diet. I did a bone broth and butter fast at the beginning of the year it got rid of a lot of the water retention I have dealing with edema, but I needed to reset cuz I was going back up on the scale and I was slippery sloping back, so I'm adding eggs with the sardine fast as well, and it seems to be doing well, down about 4 and 1/2 lb and just since the weekend, going to keep at it. 🙏🏽💜
When i first started keto i thought i found the holy grail, and it did work wonders for several years, but food addiction like all others and is clever and cunning. So even though keto/carnivore is great way of eating, calories still matter and i still need to go to meetings and stay sane about food.
Great video…. I hope a lot of people see this. It’s so relatable. I didn’t have to face the addiction monster for a while into carnivore. There was a big pink cloud as I was feeling so much better.
Do you remember the carnivore troubleshooting panel this wknd where I think baker or someone said the honeymoon period is 18 months 😮 that’s exactly when I started struggling with old habits. I wish I remember exactly what was said about that. I’ll have to find it when the replay is available
❤❤❤ Maybe you need to consider unprocessed carnivore foods. Steak, eggs. Carnivore bars are still processed so the nutrients are absorbed are different from the whole food. Thanks for sharing your struggles, we all have them so you’re not alone ❤
My hubby was all in with me in this WOE but after a vacay when he just ate whatever he wanted and now weeks later hes still struggling although he doesnt care -he fasts til about noon and then pretty much eats /snacks til bedtime 😮its his choice so i try not to say anything but it was so great when we were both on the same WOE - im a moderator and although hes been sober 30 plus years his addictive personality is still alive and present😮
Thank you for sharing ! Emotional eating very hard especially if the person have an eating disorder history before carnivore, but honestly carnivore helps me a lot with the craving especially for sugar stuff and i an discovering that if any food or drink been under process step it can makes you want it more and more not like real food and good luck for you
I hope this isn't an unhelpful comment, but after a year of carnivore and gaining 10 lbs, I had to give it up. It isn't always long term cure all for binge eating. I found I was so craving different foods and textures, I would overeat carnivore foods to satisfy my cravings. I've seen more carnivores struggle with this as well. I stopped carnivore, still eat high protein and have lost the weight again.
I actually love eating this way and am very satisfied. For me, it’s not cravings. It’s trying to get dopamine hits and dealing with my stress with food, which clearly isn’t the answer
@@CourtneyLuna I can definitely tell you love it! You wrote a cookbook about it! I have personally seen that it isn’t the answer for everyone and that was my comment about it. I believe there is a bit of mysticism around carnivore as being “the cure” and it isn’t for all people.
Thank you for sharing this. I have another thought on this: Maybe it is not all emotional eating as you think. You have to consider that you lost like how much during the sardine challenge? 7 lbs? That is a complete shock to your body's homoestasis. Also, you have to consider, that now you are way way leaner than a year ago, so of course you are hungrier. There is also a physical component to it.
@@CourtneyLuna I am not blaming the sardines! I just say it is natural for a body to send more hunger signals after extended weight loss, especially when close or at healthy weight, with or without sardines
You can over eat on any diet and gain weight. I struggle with overeating certain foods on the carnivore diet and have trouble controlling myself. I have trouble controlling myself with the pork skins. Before i know it will be almost eat the whole bag in one sitting. I think too much salt is like sugar can be addictive. Pork skins have a huge amount of salt on them. When i eat them i gain a lot of water weight that hangs around the belly. My ground beef that i buy has a low fat content and i bought the pork skins at first to crush and put them in my ground beef. I then started to snack on them. I am a bored eater and i have to watch myself. Now i try to crush them up so i will not be tempted to abuse my body by overeating them. I believe we all struggle in some area of our life and we have to learn self control. Thank you for being honest and sharing.
The thing with carnivore is it’s so easy to over consume, both fat and carbs can be addicting, but fat is so calorically dense. Eating three bites of butter can be hundreds of calories !!!! I don’t care what anyone says, calories matter.
Did this bit of excess start when you found out you would have to present/cook before a huge crowd of people you follow and admire? The logistics of travel which stresses you out? The logistics of packing. Figuring out the kids? Hair, nails. Not to mention your book! Geeze girl, the stress you have been under is crazy!! It all adds up especially since you have a family with needs from you. I feel your lack of control and really hope you find your path again. The hardest part is you are so aware and know how
It’s actually been a battle since January and at ketoCon someone mentioned 18 months of the honeymoon phase and that’s exactly when I started facing old problems. So crazy!
This kind of anxiety about food and eating is what shy's people away from this woe. I kick myself when I go off plan or eat more than I anticipated, but the emotional stress is raising your cortisol and thats not good. 😔 I feel really bad for the way you are making yourself feel when you loose complete control for a min. I am sure sardines are a great asset to your diet, but personally will never be taking this challenge. 🤢 It's waaay to restricting and it would definitely backfire on me. Personally, sustainability comes with some variety. Seems to be working so far. You are way ahead of me, as I am only on month 5 but can't see the benefit of doing a challenge like this? If you are 2 years in and still challenging yourself and feeling great most days, relax on the days when you need something a little extra! I'm a sugar addict and it's been a struggle for sure. More some days then on others! Hang in there, you are doing fantastic!
I’ve been through this and it costed me serious health consequences. I listened to the pound more fat advice . Made things worse Turns out I can’t moderate food when I adhere to a strict diet because I end up bingeing . I’m now doing a whole food approach with no fear of carbs . I’m now more energetic & low in weight & fat , not that I need to . I’m at a healthy weight . I don’t worry about food floodgates or fasting on one food anymore . I gave myself permission to choose food and it’s all healthy fresh whioe food . I can’t moderate ice cream so I just abstain it makes me feel cruddy anyway . Scale is put away too .
I just finished a three day sardine challenge. I lost 4 lbs and I just ate 8 oz. Of ribeye. And now I still want to eat something. Odd really - so I get it. I’m going to do seven days starting Sunday.
Interestingly I have not experienced anything like your going through. In fact completely opposite. I am no longer binge eating omad sometimes can of sardines or kippers midday if I am hungry. Think you should clear out the foods that trigger your response to binge or emotionally eat. Good luck! 💜
Have you tried RX Sugar chocolate bars? I can handle 1 oz bar at 80 calories!!! CGM WAS ROCK SOLID. I found them at Hack your Health. Sardines/salt water are awesome…. I found cognitive switch ketone ester powder for coffee…. I tried to say hello to you…… your lil body was faster than mine!! Wanted to say thank you… bought your book!! ..
I’ve noticed with myself, if I incorporate intentional fasting, I have issues with feeling out of control. I think it has to do with too little calories for too long a period of time. Im a full time mom of two and I know my cortisol Isnt low 😆 like ever.. so I think a lot of fasting just Isnt for me in this period of my life.
Being aware of it is part of the battle Courtney. You won’t do that again because of the uncomfortable physical and emotional reaction to the experience. We are a work in progress!❤
Unfortunately, if it is an addiction, the physical consequences will not stop the behavior. As soon as we feel better, we do it again. We addicts have strong forgetters.
@@ellek6505 yes, I understand that all too well. The closer I get to my goal, the more mental this whole process is. Seems like the first 150 pounds lost was “easy”compared to the last 50🫤
I'm wishing you wellness and sobriety. Addiction is a bitch, but we can make better decisions starting now. Hope you had a good time at Hack your Health, looking forward to seeing your vlog. Keep on keeping on😊
Big fan of yours over here (been lurking and not commenting ever) so just wanted to come on here to comment to show you some love. As someone who has your body type, I’ve been so motivated by your transformation and I appreciate you sharing so transparently with us! Also, I wish I had your love of Carnivore Bars but I bought a box and the first bite was gross to me (but at least it will save me so much $ since they’re not cheap LOL). Very interested in your sardine diet so will try that! Been eating keto-vore for the past 2-3 weeks and enjoying it.
Good video. Freeze the carnivore bars (break them into smaller pieces prior).. might slow down the process of eating them and prevent overeating- just an idea. Hey did I miss a chance to buy your book at HYH24?? I was late arriving Friday and missed your cooking demo :( It was so fun to meet you and take a pic too. You’re very nice- especially putting up with strangers who approach you like a best friend lol. I’ll try to get the pics to you. I was the 62 yr old guy.. lol. Narrows down to maybe a 100 people :)
It sounds like you have hit on a something that is a good tool for you. Set up some boundaries. Some rules. You need those mental fences. Hang in there! I appreciate your sharing with us.
I still binge on carnivore food. It stopped but then about a year in, it started back. Addiction is one disease with many outlets. I'm adding to my "list" of addictions that I'm facing with 12 step recovery. I haven't had sugar/carb/grain/chocolate/nuts anything like that in 2 years, but I have started binging on meat and fat. I don't do things like sardine fasts. It will cause a carnivore binge after it's over. I'm trying to stay away from too much restriction, because that really sets me off. I'm trying high fat/lower protein carnivore right now to see if that helps me not binge on meat and fat about once a week. My blood sugars go off the charts and I do gain belly fat from it.
I think this is the dirty little secret in the community. If you use food as a coping mechanism, you can overeat anything! The solution IMHO is to replace the food with an activity. Just like Dr Cywes says, 'a snack is always an emotional event'. Well so is a binge. White knuckling it, is not an option. You have to find an activity that can easily replace the food. Some options could be: - journaling (paper or voice) - breath work - nature (smell the roses) - animals (hug, brush, play) - grounding - art & craft - music (listen or create) - short exercise (stretch, star jumps, punching bag, mini trampoline) I don't beat myself up if I still use food because I know I'm not hurting myself with my carnivore food choice. That is our saving grace. Weight gain is nothing compared to health issues. We just need a new emotional management system that ticks the dopamine box.
I always sabotage my weight loss attempts. For now there's only one way I'm doing it - OMAD in the evening, eating with my husband. I eat two stakes and then allow smth else like cheese. Spoiler - you almost can't have anything else after two stakes. I always fail if I have to control three meals a day with a bunch of variety. And for me it is much easier not to eat having empty stomach than stop eating when I've already eaten.
Do you think you have another layer of emotional healing up to look at with gentleness? Maybe a basic suggestion but have you tried writing for 3 or 4 pages, just stream of consciousness
Food and cravings are a wild ride. We have so little control sometimes over how our bodies and systems have been wired. Alcoholic brains have struggled for so long being insulin resistant and glucose deprived that they adapt to burning acetates for fuel. This is something I am working on on the research side of what I do. I believe that our brains and bodies migrate into preferred energy sources. Glucose and Fructose is the primary metabolic fuel in our SAD lifestyle, then we switch and ketones fulfil this need for most people, but in others when we eat something that our brains and microbiome “sense” we need we go into subconscious foraging and we eat eat and eat. If we don’t give our system what it needs it will find a way to get what it needs. Mix the pleasure center dopamine response into the mix and this is a crazy ride for most people. This is why alcoholics can not have one drink, they are done. Acetate cravings and forage effect kicks in so hard they have zero chance of remaining sober. My sense is that you may be feeling extra cravey and ravenous post 7 day sardine fast as there may be other essentials or aminos or fats you need and your body wants them. Your thoughts on fast break management are likely on the point. Eggs, butter, tallow, fatty meat slowly coming to full ramp up. I render down grass fed grass fin’d beef fat and eat it by the spoon full when fat ramping. Less AGE’s than butter depending on the butter. Your experience makes me ponder the value of a sardine extended fast vs a regular water/salt fast - this is quite interesting from a neurological craving perspective post fast. If we have no food at all vs just one food is their a difference in hormones, glandular homeostasis and process. IE during a normal fast we access hormones and triglycerides from our adipose tissue. Estrogen, testosterone, Vitamin DEK, etc. when eating sardines, do we access the same hormones and enzymatic processes? I don’t know, but it is interesting. Just some thoughts from a bio sciences guy, and don’t be hard on yourself, science is very dynamic, especially within our own bodies and minds : ) your content and journey is nice to observe and hear.
Try throwing perimenopause into the mix. That is why women don't get included in most studies. We are much more complicated than our male counterparts. For example; why does a female carnivore have iron deficiency? I suppose bleeding every month doesn't help. Two years of testing and still no root cause. We need a Star Trek medical diagnostic tool to fix this issue. Stat! For all the knowledge we have, we know very little. Keep up the good work and best of lucking finding the answers!
It’s weird…bc I can and do moderate, but I seem to react differently and go south in histamine reactions to foods others have great luck with 😢. I then feel bad. Beef, eggs have caused burning red cheeks, spikes in blood sugar etc. too much of any food causes issues for me.
I want to try those carnivore bars but they are expensive! Maybe that’s a good thing lol I can’t stay out of the HWC and cheese. People that don’t have food addiction don’t get the struggle. It’s so hard 😢
Do you think the restrictive fast may have contributed to the binge? Tracking macros helps keep me honest. When I don't track I can easily lie to myself about how much I'm eating. Tracking is less stressful to me than watching myself struggle with overeating.
Could have, but I’ve also been struggling with this for 6 months. And even while tracking macros, I’ll go over them and completely over eat when not hungry. I’ve been very unimpressed with myself lately lol
You are SO not alone. Are you full on 'no sweet tastes' and still having so many strong cravings? I haven't gone 'no sweet tastes' just yet so I attribute my cravings to that but wondering what really is on the other side when I do let those go.
I’m actually not having cravings, for me it’s the dopamine hit and wanting to ease my stress with food. I have a lot of inner work to do. I heard dopamine nation is a great book, I plan to get it
@@CourtneyLuna I had the briefest moment of food freedom during my strict 90 days and chasing it ever after. I'm going to check out that book as well. TY!
Howdy, have you considered professional counseling? Sometimes we all need help when the going gets tough. Even here in CA, i have found a source that is within my budget. Also, i I don't know your higher power, but give some prayers a go. I try to lean on the Lord whenever possible. Thanks for reminding me of the sardine fast. Just curious so i know how many to stock up, how many tins a day? Could you by any chance stop saying "like" every other word? It is difficult to find your points with that distraction. Best wishes and prayers
This is what this life style does to you. It's only going to get worse from here. Your body is going to start driving you to binge more and more. Your body is stressed and it's the only way to communicate to you . Your hair is going to go next . Fun times. I speak from 10 year carnivore journey. Good luck
A sardine fast wouldn't work for me as I am one of those strange people that like sardines along with other canned fish like mackerel and kippered herring. I eat a can of some kind of fish any day that is an eat day, in order to lose weight I must fast and do so regularly.
@@CourtneyLuna It helps with the omega 3 balance for one thing, and it is a good way to add variety while staying on plan. The short story is that I was in my early seventies and dying, way over three hundred lbs and suffering from a number of serious health issues including diabetes, kidney disease and severe cardiac issues. Carnivore was my last chance and I have not deviated from it in the last 14+ months. I have no choice but to do it and remain dedicated, I know exactly what will happen to me if I don't. Certainty of the outcome of failure sharpens up the resolve wonderfully. BTW all my major health issues have gone into remission or healed and the ones mentioned are just a sample.
Set up a gym at home... treadmill, bike and weights? Go workout to keep your mind occupied. If you have an addictive personality you will be hooked to a home gym.
The lower energy consumption from the Sardine fast might have caused you to be hungrier than usual …. I know exactly how you feel and if you look over the time period you were completely pumped for the challenge same thing happens when we “try something new” …. You may have ended early because you are legit hungry… just a thought … I weigh 90 pounds and I would eat more sardines than you… those bars are so yummy especially on carnivore… sending hugs to you!!! We all get different hunger signals and sometimes the fasting catches up with you. Just my humble opinion 💙
The less I eat the better I feel, intermittent fasting is awesome. However I have an addiction to food and it’s horrible. I know what to do and what to eat. Are there fat farms anymore? I would go
Are you sure that you didn't deprive your body during the week of the fast? 5 of those bars seems more like you're body telling you that the fast was too much.. just an idea 💡
