What Is Bulletproof Carnivore?
Have you experienced challenges or setbacks moving from low carb to keto or to carnivore? Let's face it, life can get in the way and eliminating trigger and addictive foods is challenging.
There’s good reason why it's so difficult! Many processed foods, even healthy foods are chemically engineered to create a dopamine response in our brain (you know that ‘feel good’ signal) and keeps us on the addiction path.
So how do we effectively eliminate so many addictive foods and live a life full of energy with food freedom. That's why Bulletproof Carnivore was created.
A 20 week structured step by step program to take you from where you are today to one of the following:
- Low carb: Under 100g carbs
- Keto: Under 20g carbs
- Carnivore: Zero carbs
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Do You Need to Follow Zero-Carb or a Carnivore Lifestyle?
Keto and carnivore has become incredibly popular, for good reason. As humans we don’t have a biological need to consume carbohydrates for energy and life. In fact our brains and our bodies function optimally from fat for energy through a process called ketosis facilitated by lipolysis.
In addition there is a need for protein from animal sources, especially ruminant animals. Protein contains amino acids which are the building blocks for your body to repair and generate new tissues for growth.
So while lowering your carbohydrates is important, your personal carb tolerance will depend on your metabolic requirements and lifestyle.
Whether you choose a low carb, keto or carnivore lifestyle it’s important to focus on progress over perfection. The goal is lifelong health, longevity and looking great!
What Are The Benefits of Going Keto or Carnivore?
As humans we have evolved biologically with a very low carbohydrate diet this is also known as the keto and carnivore diets.
What are the physical benefits we will feel on a keto or carnivore? Based on numerous research and scientific meta-analyses, the metabolic benefits are clear [1].
- Gut healing and no bloating
- Enhanced REM sleep
- Accelerated fat loss
- More energy
- Reversal of type 2 diabetes
- Eliminating prescription medication
- Improved libido
- Lowered blood sugar
- Increased mental clarity
- Reduced inflammation
- Heal autoimmune disease
Gut Healing and No Bloating
Both the Keto and Carnivore diets can promote gut health by reducing inflammatory foods, such as grains and processed sugars. This can lead to less bloating and improved digestion [2].
Enhanced REM Sleep
Improved sleep quality, including enhanced REM sleep, can result from stable blood sugar levels and a reduction in inflammation, which are benefits of both diets [3].
Accelerated Fat Loss
By limiting carbohydrate intake, the body enters a state of ketosis, where it burns fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates, accelerating fat loss [4].
More Energy
Many people report increased energy levels after trying low-carb diets like Keto and Carnivore due to more stable blood sugar and the body's efficient use of fat as a long-lasting fuel source [5].
Reversal of Type 2 Diabetes
Low-carb diets can help reverse type 2 diabetes by improving insulin sensitivity and reducing blood sugar levels [6] [7].
Eliminating Prescription Medication
Studies show that by improving metabolic health and reducing inflammation as a result of going on Keto and Carnivore diets, some individuals can reduce or eliminate the need for certain prescription medications [8].
Improved Libido
Improved overall health, better hormone balance, and increased energy can lead to a heightened libido. A 2023 study on the effects of low-carb diets on male sexual function showed that low-carbohydrate diets can increase serum levels of testosterone and improve erectile function in hypogonadal men with metabolic syndrome [9].
Lowered Blood Sugar
Reducing carbohydrate intake can lead to more stable and lower blood sugar levels, which is beneficial for overall health and particularly for individuals with insulin resistance [10] [11].
Increased Mental Clarity
Studies show that after changing their lifestyle and going on low-carb diets like Carnivore and Keto, many individuals experience increased mental clarity and focus due to stabilized blood sugar levels and reduced brain fog.
Such diets can also improve mood and anxiety-induced mental problems like depression [12] [13].
Reduced Inflammation
Both Keto and Carnivore diets can help reduce inflammation by eliminating inflammatory foods and promoting a nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory eating pattern [14] [15].
Heal Autoimmune Disease
Various studies show that eliminating toxic plant-based foods can help reduce autoimmune responses and alleviate symptoms of autoimmune diseases like MS [16] [17] [18].
