0 sats \ 1 reply \ @0371279ce5 3 Nov \ parent \ on: PC: Limiting sugar in infancy reduces the risk of diabetes and hypertension science
I did carnivore for about two years consisting of just two ribeyes/day with the occasional strip steak or sirloin. It worked well during those two years until it didn't. After it stopped working, I started gaining all the weight back that I'd lost and my energy TANKED. Many carnivores experience the same. Some do well on it, but it seems that if you're fat:protein ratio is too low, you're more likely to experience those symptoms.
I too was in the "carbs are terrible" camp for a very long time, even though my carnivore experience was declining. I figured it was something else. I kept pursuing it to my detriment and I've only recently started figuring out how to get my energy back (thanks Ray Peat).
I'd recommend reading link within this post: #750135. It absolutely blew my mind and the more I follow Ray Peat's work and those who've branched off of him, the more sense things make.
This guy is a great example of someone doing a very high carb diet and only experiencing benefits. I've also strategically added a lot of carbs into my diet. I haven't gained any weight and my energy is coming back. I say "strategically" for a reason as you will discover if you get into the "Peaty" side of things.
The body is very complicated and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Mostly carnivore may work well for you, but understand that things may change. Always keep an open mind.
Why do you think it worked well for two years and then didn't, do you have any theories? Was it the fat protein ratio?
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