Raymond's transformative 7-year keto-carnivore journey began at age 46 with prediabetes (A1C 6.0) and 252 pounds. After initially failing on keto-carnivore due to adaptation symptoms, he successfully transitioned and achieved remarkable health improvements. His A1C dropped to 5.7, he lost 60 pounds reaching 192 pounds, and experienced complete remission of multiple chronic conditions including severe diverticulitis, frequent UTIs, monthly colds, plantar fasciitis, and heel spurs. Additional improvements included elimination of acne, dandruff, sinus infections, snoring, sleep apnea, skin tags, dry skin, and rosacea, plus restoration of morning erections. Following alternate day fasting (32-40 hours) and eating primarily untrimmed ribeye beef, Raymond transformed from a sedentary lifestyle to intense workouts including Orange Theory Fitness, Shotokan Karate, and Jiu Jitsu, often in fasted states exceeding 30 hours. His strength and endurance continue improving as he tightens his diet to ribeye and salt.

A woman reversed type-2 diabetes, adrenal insufficiency, severe hypertension, dangerous uric-acid spikes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease by embracing a low-carb, high-fat, keto-carnivore lifestyle under the guidance of Dr Robert Cywes. Four years later she is medicine-free, wears a size 8 instead of 22, maintains an A1C of 5.1, triglycerides of 59 mg/dL and normal blood pressure, and views carbohydrates as an addiction she refuses to rekindle.

Ruth faced Type 2 diabetes requiring escalating meds, recurrent diverticulitis with two colon resections, chronic pain, poor sleep, and obesity. She began keto, then removed plants entirely—finding she no longer had IBS, normalized blood sugar, lost 90 lbs, cleared rashes, and regained energy and joy alongside a saved marriage. (No “carnivore” mentions in the source, so the story text remains exact.)

Cindi, weighing over 300 pounds at 40, lost 120 pounds on Atkins but regained 30-50 pounds over 15 years while developing arthritis that prevented her from playing with her grandchildren. After discovering the carnivore diet through a Joe Rogan interview with Jordan Peterson in 2018, she and her husband tried it for 30 days. Her arthritis pain disappeared, and three years later she maintains her weight loss, improved sleep, normalized blood pressure, and can actively play with her grandkids.

Karen, a 61-year-old PE teacher with Italian heritage, suffered from high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and chronic knee and ankle inflammation from her high-carb traditional Italian diet. After success with Atkins 20 years prior and then keto, she discovered the carnivore diet through Dr. Ken Berry and Kelly Hogan. Despite initial gut issues during transition, she completely eliminated her joint pain, gained energy, lost weight, and now actively participates in hiking, kayaking, and pickleball.

Melissa battled a severe 58-year sugar addiction starting at age 6, reaching almost 300 pounds and developing incontinence, arthritis, and back pain. After being diagnosed with endometrial cancer and refusing chemotherapy, she discovered the carnivore diet but struggled for three years due to artificial sweetener addiction. Finally eliminating Equal in June 2020 at age 65, she became pain-free, lost 32 pounds, regained bladder control, and is now cancer-free.

Heather suffered from mal de debarquement syndrome since 2010, a rare condition causing constant feelings of rocking and swaying, along with obesity (highest weight 238 pounds), high blood pressure, heartburn, and gastrointestinal issues. After adopting the carnivore diet, she experienced initial digestive adjustment for two months, then began participating in CrossFit and found support through the MeatRx community.

Sarah, a 51-year-old Australian woman, lost 67 pounds (from 285 to 218 lbs) over 9 months using first keto then keto-carnivore diets. She went from needing a mobility walker and being unable to walk 50 feet to eliminating all medications for blood pressure, depression, and arthritis while putting her "incurable" lymphocytic colitis into remission and clearing her psoriasis.

After years of struggling with weight management and multiple health issues including dangerous high blood pressure, daily heartburn, chronic joint pain, and obesity, a person had a wake-up call at a dental appointment where their blood pressure was so high the procedure had to be delayed. That same night they enrolled in Revero clinic and restarted the keto-carnivore diet, losing 80 pounds in 94 days (from 289 to 209 lbs) while eliminating heartburn, acid reflux, joint pain, and significantly improving blood pressure.

Chris, a 44-year-old weighing nearly 300 pounds, suffered from Type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, high blood pressure, severe allergies, and was on 7 medications. After nearly dying from necrotizing fasciitis, he discovered the carnivore diet through Dr. Shawn Baker's Joe Rogan interview. Over 18 months, he lost 115 pounds, reversed his diabetes (A1C dropped from 11.6 to 4.9), eliminated all medications, and resolved all health issues.

Nick, a man in his 50s from the UK, gradually gained weight from his mid-30s, reaching over 260 pounds by following a Standard American Diet with up to a bottle of wine nightly. Suffering from high blood pressure, bloating, and snoring so severe his wife had to sleep separately, he first cut refined sugars then transitioned to carnivore eating. He lost 88 pounds, eliminated snoring within 3 weeks, normalized blood pressure, and gained 14 pounds of muscle while dramatically increasing his strength in just 6 months of weightlifting.

John, 66, struggled with obesity his entire life, reaching 310 pounds, and was on medications for high blood pressure, cholesterol, and gout for 30 years. After discovering the carnivore diet through his son's orthopedic doctor, he lost 134 pounds in 17 months, reduced his waist from 54 to 38 inches, and eliminated all medications while normalizing his blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Misty struggled with lifelong eczema, high blood pressure, and weight gain after starting drinking at 17. After limited success with keto, she discovered the carnivore diet through Dr. Paul Saladino in October 2019. Despite a difficult transition when combining carnivore with intermittent fasting, she achieved remarkable results over a year: eczema nearly eliminated, normal blood pressure, no medications needed, and improved sex drive.

Andy, a 55-year-old commercial driver, was 70 pounds overweight with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and severe IBS that required 4-5 bathroom trips daily. After growing up vegetarian and trying numerous failed diets, his daughter recommended the carnivore approach. In 18 months, he lost 80 pounds, gained 20 pounds of muscle, reversed his diabetes, eliminated blood pressure medications, resolved IBS, and increased his bench press from 135 to 235 pounds while reducing his waist from 42 to 32 inches.

Cobus, a 45-year-old who drank 5 liters of Coca-Cola daily, suffered from hepatomegaly (enlarged liver) causing chronic insomnia and liver pain. After discovering the carnivore diet through Dr. Shawn Baker's Joe Rogan appearance, he lost 26.5 pounds in 6 months, eliminated liver pain within 2 months, and finally shed stubborn body fat that running 5km daily couldn't eliminate. He now does 300 pushups each morning instead of running.

Zack, a military member, struggled with high blood pressure and inflammation despite regular weightlifting and bodybuilding lifestyle. After his friend died of cancer at 35, he became serious about health, first trying keto after reading Dr. Joseph Mercola's book, then discovering the carnivore diet through Dr. Shawn Baker's podcast while deployed in 2018. He lost 30 pounds, eliminated blood pressure and inflammation issues, and found the diet more sustainable than keto, eating primarily black coffee, eggs, and beef.

Jonathan Griffiths, a 27-year-old competitive bodybuilder from England, struggled with various diets including high-carb, low-fat, and keto before discovering the carnivore diet. The all-meat approach not only supported his bodybuilding goals with 5 meals daily, but also lifted his depression, improved his autism spectrum symptoms, helped resolve an undiagnosed back problem, and enhanced his workout performance and recovery.

A 46-year-old man began a carnivore diet after struggling with weight gain and belly fat despite exercise. After 12 months eating only meat, he achieved his lowest body fat percentage since his early 20s, experienced improved mental clarity, eliminated sugar cravings, and maintained regular digestion while challenging conventional nutritional advice.

A 67-year-old cardiac anesthesiologist with severe metabolic syndrome, advanced coronary artery disease, Type 2 diabetes, and morbid obesity was dying and likely had less than a year to live. After starting the carnivore diet eating only ribeye, he lost 65 pounds in 9 months, reversed his diabetes (A1C dropped from 9 to 5.4), improved his hypertension, and successfully underwent elective bypass surgery with excellent recovery.

Daniel, 32, faced severe ulcerative colitis and IBS with bleeding, incontinence, and 30+ daily bathroom trips, requiring steroids and facing immunosuppressive drug treatment. After paleo diet provided 75% improvement, he switched to a meat-only diet and achieved 99% symptom relief, lost 28 pounds, and has been medication-free for two years while regaining his quality of life.

Ed started the carnivore diet in July 2018 and lost 40 pounds, achieving a healthy BMI for the first time in decades. He eliminated sleep apnea, improved mental clarity and mood, reduced blood pressure medications from three to one, and resolved chronic foot inflammation and skin tags. After nine months of strict adherence, he added back some vegetables like avocado and cucumber while maintaining 90% carnivore eating.

Amanda suffered 10 years of mysterious symptoms including flu-like episodes, severe diarrhea, vomiting, brain fog, and eventually stroke-like symptoms from a massive migraine with seizure in 2020 that left her nearly non-functional and temporarily blind. After failed treatments and SIBO diagnosis with limited keto success, she started the carnivore diet in February 2022. Within 12 days her visual symptoms and head pressure disappeared, MRI showed normalized brain arteries, and she recovered enough to return to work and become a carnivore and fasting coach.

Ivor, an engineer, faced serious health issues in 2012 including being 30-40 pounds overweight, hypertension, high serum ferritin, elevated liver enzymes, and high cholesterol. After three doctors failed to help, he researched and discovered carbohydrates were the problem. Switching to meat, fish, eggs, and low-carb vegetables, he lost 30 pounds in 8-9 weeks, normalized blood markers, and resolved hypertension. His wife overcame mild depression and anxiety on the diet, and their five children became healthier after the family eliminated bread, pasta, and cereals.

Pavlos from Crete lost 89 pounds (from 280 to 198 lbs) in 18 months on the keto-carnivore diet while dramatically improving his blood pressure, blood sugar, and normalizing his white blood cell count that had been elevated for over a decade. Despite living in a Mediterranean culture rich with traditional foods, he successfully adapted the diet by incorporating high-quality local olive oil from his own trees.

After struggling with weight loss and finding keto difficult to maintain, this person discovered the carnivore diet through Shawn Baker's Joe Rogan appearance in December 2017. They lost 36 pounds (from 216 to 180), eliminated arthritis in their left hand (which had a surgically reattached finger), normalized blood pressure from prehypertension, and experienced improved mental clarity and stress response.

Jim suffered a stroke while following a standard American diet, which prompted him to research and transition to the carnivore diet via keto. He now eats primarily ribeyes, ground beef, pork, chicken, and eggs with occasional dairy. His health improvements include weight loss, stable energy, improved cholesterol levels, and elimination of certain medications. He incorporates morning exercise, afternoon strength training three times weekly, and intermittent fasting based on ancestral eating patterns.

Chris was hospitalized with necrotizing fasciitis on Christmas Day 2016, weighing nearly 300 pounds with type 2 diabetes and multiple health issues. After discovering the keto-carnivore diet in April 2018, he lost 116 pounds (from 294 to 178 lbs) and completely reversed his diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and seven other conditions while eliminating all medications.

Mike struggled with high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, and sleep apnea before discovering the keto-carnivore diet. After adopting this animal-product-only approach, his health issues resolved completely while gaining mental clarity and increased energy. He emphasizes the critical importance of consuming high-quality meat from ethically-raised animals and advocates for understanding the source of our food.

Bruce, a 45-year-old from England, transitioned from keto to keto-carnivore diet and experienced significant improvements including elimination of bloating, acid reflux, dental plaque buildup, and ear wax issues. When he removed dairy, his winter psoriasis completely cleared, and he found the diet more budget-friendly through local sourcing while simplifying meal preparation and shopping.

Jacob’s carbohydrate addiction drove his weight to 200 lbs on a 5-foot frame and his A1C to a life-threatening 14. After rejecting intensive insulin therapy, he moved from keto to a strict keto-carnivore lifestyle, restored his A1C to normal, lost the excess fat, rebuilt energy, and now enjoys vibrant health at 36.

Jessyca recovered from an eating disorder, bladder issues, high blood pressure, migraines, and mental health diagnoses by following a keto‑carnivore diet. Now medication‑free, energized, and 145 pounds lighter, she’s proof it’s never too late to heal.

A man who spent his youth and early adulthood trapped in a cycle of abscesses, ear infections, immune dysfunction, obesity, Type 2 diabetes and hypertension finally regained lasting health. After initial success on a low-carb plan, lingering inflammation pushed him to try a strict 30-day keto-carnivore experiment. The results were so dramatic—from healed skin to normalized blood sugar and blood pressure—that he never looked back.

Bruno battled lifelong sugar/carbohydrate addiction, hypothyroidism, gout, high blood pressure, and high blood sugar—peaking at 450 lbs. A zero-carb, low-fat plan led to a heart attack, but later adopting a keto-carnivore approach (and ultimately the Lion Diet) helped him end binges, identify trigger foods, and achieve steady results: 120 lbs lost in 18 months, gout resolved, and BP/blood sugar controlled.

A bilingual speech-language pathologist, author, actor and mother of three abandoned a six-year vegan experiment after severe digestive distress, premature aging, hormonal imbalance, neurological fog and metabolic decline. Re-embracing a keto-carnivore protocol focused on fatty meat, ample animal fat and strategic, minimal plant foods, she reversed ulcerative colitis–like gut issues, IBS, thyroid dysfunction, migraines, insulin resistance, skin and hair damage, mood swings and chronic fatigue. Now thriving at forty-two with stable weight, glowing skin, robust immunity and balanced cognition, she advocates keto-carnivore science and urges critical re-evaluation of plant-based dogma.

Eddie’s teen years were shattered by inexplicable panic attacks, debilitating POTS episodes, and soaring blood pressure that doctors misread as “just anxiety.” After discovering he likely suffered from hypermobile Ehlers–Danlos syndrome and craniocervical instability, he combined regenerative ligament therapy with a nutrient-dense keto-carnivore diet. The meat-focused protocol improved his metabolic health, reduced symptom flare-ups, and restored hope—prompting him to educate others through a candid YouTube channel.

Lutheran pastor Matt of Kingsford, Michigan, shed more than 100 pounds, normalized blood pressure, eliminated sleep-apnea symptoms, erased brain fog, and eased anxiety and depression after adopting a strict keto-carnivore lifestyle in 2019. The dramatic improvement in both physical and mental clarity deepened his spiritual work and inspired parishioners to support—and sometimes join—his meat-based way of eating.

Rick, a lifelong athlete plagued by chronic inflammation, four knee replacements, uncontrolled blood pressure, eczema, and relentless pain, tried gluten-free and keto without lasting relief. After diving into more than twenty books on a meat-only approach, he committed to a strict keto-carnivore lifestyle, shed fifty pounds, normalized blood pressure, erased eczema, and no longer needs any medications while enjoying record energy and restorative sleep.

Volodymir, a Ukrainian man facing worsening indigestion, insomnia, dental and sinus pain, and accelerating memory loss, reversed nearly every symptom after moving from a keto diet to a dedicated keto-carnivore lifestyle focused on fatty red meat. Off pain medication, free of gut distress, determined to conquer high blood pressure by dropping coffee, and newly confident he can sidestep his father’s fate with Alzheimer’s, he now eats pork, beef, and the occasional fast-food burger patty with steady energy, sharp cognition, and minimal exercise.

Jim transformed his life after adopting a strict keto-carnivore way of eating. In eighteen months he reclaimed thirty-year-lost energy, dropped 80 pounds, lowered blood pressure from 150⁄90 to 120⁄70, slashed triglycerides by half, eased joint inflammation, and now hikes mountain summits and rows regularly—all while remaining cancer-free.

Eric, 63, suffered a heart attack in 2007, hypertension, obesity, severe psoriasis, neuropathy, depression and “statin shuffle” until switching from a low-fat, plant-heavy diet to two years of low-carb-high-fat and then one full year of strict keto-carnivore eating. Every major symptom—chronic foot pain, psoriasis, facial redness, eye bags, bloating—vanished; triglycerides plummeted so dramatically that his cardiologist removed an 80 mg lifelong statin. Eric now works construction, hikes pain-free and is training to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail at 65.

Linda battled recurring illness, dyslexia, obesity and high blood pressure for decades. After a hemochromatosis diagnosis forced her to rethink nutrition, she shifted from low-carb Atkins to a strict keto-carnivore approach built entirely around animal foods. Her weight stabilized below 230 lbs, joint pain faded and iron markers normalized, eliminating the need for constant phlebotomies. Now 70, she enjoys vigorous activity, simple meals and a life free of her former chronic conditions.

Adam, a 42-year-old who struggled with obesity, autoimmune conditions, IBS, and high blood pressure since childhood, found success with the keto-carnivore diet after years of failed attempts with various eating approaches. Starting at 310 pounds at age 13, he cycled through yo-yo dieting, paleo, and keto before discovering keto-carnivore eating. Within a year on this approach, he lost significant weight (down to 190 pounds), resolved his IBS symptoms, improved his skin condition, and experienced his best health in years.

Rick, 58, faced severe metabolic health issues—hypertension, type 2 diabetes, gout, lactose intolerance, and a cancer scare—until he transitioned from a low-fat, processed food diet to a strict keto‐carnivore lifestyle. Over months of dietary discipline, he reversed his health markers, shed 85 lbs, eliminated medications, and regained vitality by eating mainly animal products and drinking water.

Richard overcame morbid obesity, diabetes, low self-esteem, and high blood pressure by transitioning from keto to a keto-carnivore way of eating. His transformation was rooted in embracing nutrient-dense animal foods, which led to weight loss, improved mobility, and renewed confidence. His journey inspired both himself and those around him, proving that profound change is possible when health becomes the priority.

Becky Niles transformed her health through a keto-carnivore lifestyle. She healed digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, cardiovascular problems, and achieved holistic wellness by combining high-fat animal-based nutrition with circadian biology practices.

Rob, 55, recovered from severe COVID-19–induced pulmonary fibrosis using a keto‑carnivore diet. With lung capacity once down to 30%, he regained energy, lost over 30 pounds, weaned off oxygen, and improved his blood pressure and cholesterol—proof that nutrition can catalyze deep healing, even after critical illness.

Demetrios, 37, experienced life-changing improvements in weight, blood pressure, energy, and joint pain after switching from a carb-heavy diet to a keto‑carnivore lifestyle starting February 2022.

A former athlete turned engineer reversed morbid obesity, severe eye inflammation, high blood pressure, and Type 2 diabetes at age 65 by switching from a carb-heavy diet to a keto‑carnivore lifestyle. In six months he lost over 130 pounds, normalized blood sugar and blood pressure, resolved GERD, sleep apnea, edema, neuropathy, and improved energy, vision, and healing.

Scott, a former Marine, overcame obesity, gout, sleep apnea, GERD, low libido, and low energy by adopting a keto-carnivore and animal-based lifestyle. Since November 2022, he’s lost 92.7 pounds, normalized blood markers, and reclaimed his vitality. Today, he enjoys active family life on his homestead and has inspired his wife and children to join him in his health journey.

Troy struggled with obesity, high blood pressure, heartburn, and eczema before discovering the keto-carnivore diet. After transitioning to this way of eating, he experienced dramatic health improvements, including better sleep, normalized blood pressure, and 120 pounds of weight loss. His chronic skin issues disappeared, and his energy levels soared. Troy is committed to the lifestyle and grateful for the keto-carnivore community that supported him.

Cynthia, 63, spent decades battling obesity, high blood pressure, and joint issues, even undergoing gastric bypass and multiple surgeries. After discovering the keto carnivore diet, she reversed many health conditions including hypertension and chronic pain. Now 90 pounds lighter and medication-free, Cynthia is thriving on a mostly meat-based lifestyle.

Rachel, who was once bedridden with severe chronic illnesses including EDS and POTS, turned her life around through a keto carnivore diet. After years of surgeries and ineffective treatments, she began natural healing and now walks daily, cooks for herself, and is reclaiming her health.

Josh, once a high-carb fitness enthusiast with severe heartburn and hypertension, found healing through a keto carnivore diet. He lost weight, eliminated acid reflux, and restored his health.

Kelly, 47, reversed IBS, anxiety, and chronic pain with a keto carnivore diet. Now off meds and thriving, she advocates for self-healing through food.

Jared battled obesity, diabetes, IBS, and depression. After failed diets, keto then keto carnivore changed his life—he dropped 126 lbs and found a reason to thrive.