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Good morning, I'm doing a fast for 30 days and doing strictly carnivore and no drinking. It's really tough. I pray that God will give me strength and discipline to do this, for spirituality and also detox. And if anyone wants to join me in this fast and want to talk, you're welcome to.
When you cut off toxins in your diet, it helps detox your body. But this also means the toxins need to be flushed out of your system to avoid them causing other problems. What method are you using to handle this detoxing?
I just finished one but I dumped 10 lbs in 8 days. I already fast daily at least 14 hours amd some times that rolls into 24hrs because I just have no appetite.
I’ve been doing carnivore since 12/27 and I can’t believe how long I can go without eating. Before after three hours I was starving.
Cinnamon powder is a good sweetener for certain foods.
I have eaten a sweet potato since going carnivore, yes I cheated. First time in my life I only used butter and cinnamon and it was better than the loaded brown sugar I’ve been eating for years.
If you need a buddy send me a DM. I’ve been doing it since 12/27 I’ve lost 9 pounds that’s not counting what I gained and then lost. Watch YouTube videos they are very helpful. My husband is doing it and doesn’t struggle like I do. I’ve had sweet potato (with out sugar) & avocado & chocolate pie, only once. Cream cheese is helping when I have a sweet craving. If you are on Facebook there are probably good groups, always have to try several and keep just a few. There’s more crazy people there but a few good ones. You can always use a fake name if you don’t want to found by name. I believe the #1 key is eating eggs once a day and preparing your meat ahead of time. If I don’t have food I’m searching for bad. If you don’t have control with certain foods give it away or throw it out. I’m mostly carnivore and a little bit keto. Dr Ken Berry & Dr Caffee has good information. Also look at videos, what I ate in day carnivore. There’s recipes you can make to keep the boredom away. We are to the point we are full for at least 8 hours. Fasting and water is key! Make sure you are doing electrolytes. You can make your own or buy them. LMNT is popular but has natural flavors (you don’t know what’s in those). I’ve ordered Keto Chow shakes it’s not 100% carnivore but it has fat what you need. They are meal replacement. I only ordered a few to see if it I like it. Then will decide if I want to do them. I’m trying to be carnivore at least two months and add foods to see if I have allergies or inflammation. I didn’t know you can inflammation in the brain. I truly believe I’ve had it. Find a source for local farm raised eggs. They are healthier and cheaper. I’m buying four dozen at a time. Read about popping!!! Don’t want to discuss here, but you should know about it and be near a bathroom. Your body is detoxing all the bad foods. It’s easier today it was the first week.
Thank you for all the tips. I've watched some of Dr Cafee's videos and others as well. I also bought some LMNT for electrolytes. The grapefruit is our favorite flavor. It's definitely hard the first few days when still craving sugar or carbs. I'm hoping I'll be able to get through the first week without cheating, lol. I did this diet a year ago but after we went travelling and let loose a little, well you know how it goes lol Oh I don't think I want to know about popping! Last time I did it my skin became much smoother and got rid of lots of oxalates, is that what you meant?
If you are eating dairy cream cheese is good for sweet craving. I get a little pinch and I’m good. I’ve read about skin improvements, skin tags and other health conditions disappearing. My number one reason is weight loss if it cures the multiple chronic pain conditions that’s a bonus. Yes, I know how it is. I’m a good cook and grew up on biscuits, gravy, fried chicken and the most amazing cakes. I can cook just like my grandma, might not be great right now. I also like non country foods with spices. That is a struggle but worth it. I’ve read some people don’t go through the diarrhea phase. Maybe you want. It was less than two days for me. I think the excess poop is detox. I know about oxolates but not enough to confirm if it’s from that. Good to know ELMT taste good. I prefer plain water and I’m using electrolyte drops. I drink herbal tea and I’m not giving it up or herbal supplements. Guess I’m more dirty carnivore, I don’t really know. Just doing what works best for me. Considering making my own or Celtic salt.
Oh yeah I've been in the bathroom detoxing lol I heard cayenne pepper and sauerkraut is also good for digestion. By the way, I have cold cuts like pepperoni, salami, and some yellow American cheese for snacks if I'm still hungry. Do you think that's ok for keto/detox?
There’s another person here who’s doing the same thing. I think it’s moodyblues? Perhaps you guys could talk. She should roll in here somewhere, I’m not sure. Exactly on her username.
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I just need to remember to keep the S off the end of your name! Now I know.
Ha ha it’s alright sometimes it’s plural moods😉