LowGBS: 66 (Moderate Risk)nutrition

Carnivore Elimination Diet

Developer: Shawn Baker, Paul Saladino, others

30-90 days elimination phase, some continue long-term

Protocol Overview

Animal foods only (meat, organs, fish, eggs, sometimes dairy) to eliminate plant toxins, fiber, and potential irritants. Ultimate elimination diet. Used to identify food sensitivities or as long-term approach.

Conditions Treated

Autoimmune disease

IBS

mental health issues

elimination diet for identifying triggers

Protocol Steps

Basic carnivore: Eat only animal products - beef, lamb, pork, chicken, fish, eggs, salt, water

Lion diet (most restrictive): Ruminant meat + salt + water only (usually beef), eliminate poultry, pork, fish, eggs

Nose-to-tail: Include organ meats 2-3x weekly (liver, kidney, heart) for micronutrients

Fat ratio: Aim for 70-80% calories from fat, 20-30% protein (fatty cuts, add butter/tallow)

Initial adaptation: 2-4 weeks "keto flu" - electrolytes crucial (sodium 5g+, potassium, magnesium)

Eliminate fiber: Bowel movements reduce in frequency (normal on carnivore, not constipation)

Duration: Minimum 30 days, often 90 days for full adaptation and symptom resolution

Reintroduction: After symptoms resolve, add back foods one at a time every 5-7 days to identify triggers

Dairy: Some include (controversial) - hard cheeses, butter usually tolerated, milk/cream debated

Monitor: Autoimmune symptoms, energy, mental clarity, elimination patterns

Key Resources

Shawn Baker ("The Carnivore Diet"), Paul Saladino ("The Carnivore Code"), MeatRX.com community, numerous n=1 experiments

Contraindications & Risks

Extreme restriction, nutrient concerns if not including organs (vitamin C, etc.), social challenges, fiber phobia, LDL often increases (controversial significance)

Important Notes

Extreme elimination diet. Many report complete autoimmune remission, mental health improvements. Controversial - challenges nutrition dogma. Requires eating organs for complete nutrition. Fiber elimination may improve IBS for some. Long-term effects unknown. Growing online community. Works as diagnostic tool even if not maintained long-term.

Also Effective For

Autoimmune Disease (General)

Critical Safety Warning

This protocol is documented for educational purposes only. The Gabriel Bullshit Score (GBS) of 66 reflects significant institutional response and controversy. Some alternative health protocols have resulted in serious harm or death.

Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals before beginning any treatment. Do not delay or forego proven medical care.

Quick Overview

Evidence LevelLow

GBS Score66 / 100

Categorynutrition

DeveloperShawn Baker, Paul Saladino, others

Duration30-90 days elimination phase, some continue long-term

About GBS Score

The Gabriel Bullshit Score reflects the magnitude of institutional response, controversy, and documented concerns. Higher scores indicate greater institutional pushback, not necessarily inefficacy. This is a research tool, not medical advice.