I thoroughly enjoy the carnivore way of eating (or WoE). The food tastes fantastic, while simultaneously satiating and nourishing me from the inside out. Since perfecting my ideal medium-rare reverse sear, I prefer even less variety. Keep them steaks coming!
Disclaimer: The following is intended as a discussion and exploration of our personal health and our experience with a carnivorous (all meat) way of eating, and is not meant to be taken as medical advice, or to suggest a cure or treatment for any disease or illness. If you are interested in this practice, please educate yourself thoroughly. Also, seek advice from a qualified holistic or medical professional. We do not accept liability for damage or injury that may allegedly arise from any information or suggestions herein. As with anything, taking yourself to extremes can be very dangerous unless you are well trained and know what you’re doing.
“Diets” – Setting Up to Fail
“Diets” have become synonymous with temporary (and usually failed) attempts at losing weight, gaining weight (or muscle), or getting “healthy.” Sometimes, we torture ourselves to look better for singular events or periods with the full intention of returning to old habits once completed.
Ironically, none of the above goals should be desired temporarily. Eventually, comfort supersedes vanity. We break down, and we eat all the things we’ve been artificially deprived of. In the end, we gain back more than we lost. We feel tired, sick, frustrated, guilt, the list goes on and on. And, really, how sure are we that the “diet” is “healthy” since we continuously struggle to stick to it?
Realizing I Found A New Way of Eating
From the moment I decided to ditch the carbs and go all in on meat, I knew I wanted this to be long-term. I already expected to enjoy the food, but in the back of my mind, I considered the long-told concerns of overeating meat. I expected cravings and a struggle to commit. However, when I requested that my husband tries with me for 30 days, I secretly planned/hoped to proceed unless dire circumstances arose.
Flash forward 20 days, over this past weekend, my husband took it upon himself to donate our remaining “stockpile” of plant-based food. Some rice, beans, frozen veggies, and avocado oil, all things we initially considered likely to want again after the month passed. So close to the 30-day mark, my husband’s actions stunned me. He is into this too, just like me.
Reflecting on all of this, I now truly understand why many other carnivores refer to it as a way of eating, not a diet.
Unlike a diet, with a way of eating, it is just the way you eat. I eat meat, salt, and water. If it is not one of those things, it deserves no attention. There is no cheating; there are things you do eat and others you don’t eat. Easy.
Simple. Effective. Zero Time Wasted.
Early on, I took the mindset that I will eat roughly the same foods every day, so I wouldn’t need to spend time thinking about food. Hello, free time! This type of mental preparation works wonders with followthrough. When I feel the urge to eat, I get up and start the process of preparing my meat. Simple. Effective. Zero Time Wasted.
Currently, it’s day 22 utilizing the carnivore way of eating. No food boredom or cravings of any kind. Cravings seem like distant non-ideal memories. I actually cringed at the smell of warm toast earlier, which feels a bit surreal. Mindset is everything.
For the record, my meals receive my full attention. Mindful eating allows me to enjoy every bite. While I feast, there is no TV or cell phone present to distract me. Often, I appreciate the company of others during these times of the day.
Next week, I will provide updated measurements for the 30-day point of this new way of eating!
