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  • Day 34 Ketovore – Cheater

    Well…..either the ads about desserts are getting to me, or I need to eat more protein, or I need to do a fast for a couple days. But wow! I did not do well today! There’s another possibility that I’m stress-eating, because I started working on a big project this week. Even though I’m of my right mind while I’m thinking about these foods, and as I purchase them, I still eat them.

    Meal 1 – 7 oz ham steak + 4 eggs + 1 cup mozzarella cheese

    Snack – Korean jerky + garbage

    I have that limitless stomach feeling right now around 3pm. Possibly from stress, or sugar is triggering me from the cured ham and jerky.

    Meal 2 – Argentinian meat and carbs

    Snack – ice cream dolled up in extra stuff

    Because I didn’t know about the restaurant choice before we went out that night, I didn’t have time to analyze the menu. I found that it helps me prepare mentally, and to look at all the meat prices or appetizer prices for my best options. There was no perfect option for me, unless I wanted to pay $4 for a small sausage. I would need to eat so many to feel full. The alternative is that I could have done a strategy of eating about $15 worth of meat, then eating more at home later.

    Cravings: Pillowy pastries

    Energy: Woke up fine. Energy dragged around 1pm, but perked up around 3pm.

    Today is Good Friday, and today is the reason for my entire religious belief. Without Jesus dying on the cross, there is no Resurrection and no perfect Lamb of sacrifice for our sins. Jesus’ existence has been recorded in Roman history, has been attested to by Jewish religious leaders denouncing Him as the Messiah, and by 3rd party historians of the 1st century AD/CE writing of his life.

    Because God wanted His house full, like the parable of the rich man, who’s party guests had excuses, the town’s people were busy, He had to go outside the gates and onto the roads to find those who wanted to attend His banquet. Jesus came to save, and not to judge. To bring us “gentiles” into the fold with God’s chosen people. I’m so thankful for the sacrificial love Jesus showed us on the cross. I’m so thankful that His story didn’t stop on Good Friday, and that we have Easter Sunday to celebrate His victory over death!

  • Day 33 Ketovore – Oops, I Missed!

    After the gluten and sugar on the 1st of April, I think I must have been “under the influence” of the garbage the last 2 days. I totally forgot to write my daily posts as I was working on other goals.

    Meal 1 – Keto bread wrap w/ 2 servings turkey slices and 1 serving salami (wrap w/ 1/2 cup cottage cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup almond flour with partial egg) + Korean jerky

    This was my first attempt at a keto wrap, and I almost had it correct. But then I dropped half of it on the floor. Sad day. So my wrap was only half the intended amount. It did make a good little sandwich. I needed more, so I had the jerky.

    Snack – 2 string cheese

    Meal 2 – Pork ribs 1.5 pounds (about 1 pound meat) + 2 servings pork rinds

    Snack – 2 string cheese

    Cravings: Nothing in particular, but I was wondering what I would eat at Easter lunch on Sunday. Definitely ate more calories than I should have today.

    Energy: Energy fell off after dinner, so I took a nap. Felt a bit blah.

    Tomorrow is another day. Thank you, God.

  • April 2026 from Carnivore to Ketovore

    Reviewing how last month went, despite the many off days and “dirty” Carnivore part, the weight loss was fantastic! From the beginning, I have said that my goal is not to lose all my excess weight in a year. In fact, I want to experience weight loss stalls and a few plateaus in order to allow my skin and body to adjust.

    Having been overweight since I was a toddler, an obese body is all I have known, and it’s all my physiology has known. I’ve seen others report about their body dysphoria, excessive loose skin, stress about weight stalls and weight gains, etc. For me, I’ve decided to embrace the weight stalls as a time to dial-in my diet, and the same if I experience a weight gain.

    To combat any body dysphoria, I’d much rather lose my weight over a couple years versus months (as some Carnivores have achieved). For the excess skin, I want slow weight loss , I will try lymphatic drainage massages and will eventually add on muscle-toning workouts. I know getting rid of excess loose skin won’t happen overnight, but I’m not into surgery. Based on Kelly Hogan and others’ testimonies about weight loss, over the years skin will gradually tighten up. I’ve spent over 40 years this size, so I know it will take years for my skin to recover.

    All that being said, let’s discuss why I’m switching from Carnivore to Ketovore for April. I’m taking my diet, or change of eating, on a month by month basis. Maybe even week by week, or day by day. For the food addict I was/am, it can be meal by meal that I have to negotiate.

    Based on my mother’s desire for more variety, and my excessive dirty and off meals, we will try Ketovore. That would bring more veggies for me, and my mother will also have fruit. She will be following a more “whole foods” diet, and I know she will food-cheat when going out with friends.

    The main thing my mother kept wanting during meals was salads and just something extra for the meat. Certain meals stand alone perfectly on Carnivore, like any breakfast and any steak. For me, the pork or chicken option could use a bit more moisture and deliciousness. We are eating pork, turkey and chicken as a more affordable option, versus steak.

    Homemade keto desserts have also been requested by my mother, and she prefers the keto crust for pizza. So those are also reasons for the switch to Ketovore. I’m sure people would say that it’s not super clean like an elimination diet, therefore this way of eating doesn’t count. But I’m going to focus on my level of cravings and any weight lost. If I have crazy cravings, this way of eating isn’t working for me. If I gain weight, this way of eating isn’t for me. If my cravings are manageable and I stay the same weight, or lose weight, then fabulous!

    So with that, I wish you the best Holy Week with this upcoming Good Friday and Easter, where we celebrate, with gratitude, the amazing sacrificial love that Jesus showed us on the cross. Thank you, Jesus, for your love. God bless you and yours.

  • Day 31 Carnivore – Month 1 Weigh-In

    After a very imperfect month of Carnivore, I’ve decided to weigh in today (instead of April 1st). I’ll be changing my eating plan for next week, and today was completely an off day.

    Weight: 280.2 pounds

    • This week -1.8 pounds
    • Total -13 pounds
    • Starting weight 293.2

    Meal 1 – Garbage with gluten, sugar and a keto-approved salad & McDonald’s iced coffee (no sweetner)

    Snack – Korean jerky

    Meal 2 – Burnt Ends 1.25lb pork w/ SF BBQ sauce

    My mother has been wanting to visit the regular Costco, because she’s been craving anything from their food court. So when I say today was an off day, I mean we didn’t restrict at all. However, this isn’t forever, and we decided it was 1 day only.

    Cravings: Knowing we were going to be visiting Costco, I was curious about the new cookie they added to the food court menu. It was delicious, but I won’t describe how it was so it won’t be a temptation to you, the reader.

    Energy: Felt low energy after dinner.

    After a lifetime of weight issues, I feel like I’m understanding what works for my body and food addiction a bit more through Carnivore eating. The clean protein and fat is so satisfying, but I didn’t embrace the repetitiveness of the meals. Losing 13 pounds in a month is really amazing, and I celebrate that fully though! Thankful God led me to this way of eating through YouTube, and I’ll continue on tomorrow.

  • Day 30 Carnivore – Chill Time

    After the house guest left on Sunday, I definitely was happy to go back to our routine in the house. And today was a treat, because I booked a long massage with some added bonuses. For the first time, I tried cupping, and added a foot scrub to the treatment. I was so relaxed, it felt like the stress must have left me before I entered that room.

    Meal 1 – Omelet “Sandwich” (4 eggs + 2 servings sliced turkey + 1 serving Canadian bacon + 2 slices provolone cheese)

    Snack – 1 string cheese + 1 jalapeno meat stick (no sugar) + unsweet tea w/ SF electrolyte

    Meal 2 – Creamy Buffalo Chicken & Pork (14 oz chicken thighs + 3 oz pork loin)

    ** See Carnivore Recipes – Week 2 for Creamy Buffalo Chicken. Modified with more hot sauce this time. I don’t recommend Creamy Buffalo pork loin, but we needed to eat it pronto.

    Cravings: Today I woke up with out any real cravings, except to try an unsweet tea with a SF lemon-lime electrolyte. It was really good!

    Energy: I woke up in a bit of a blah mood (probably from the gluten), but my energy and sleep was just fine.

    Today was a good day, and God is a good God. So glad!

  • Day 29 (Not) Carnivore – Stress Response

    Currently struggling with my cravings, especially if my routine is disturbed or something upsetting occurs. Having a guest stay over for a few days is definitely a disturbed routine, but not impossible to keep on Carnivore. Making carbs for the guest didn’t offer any temptation at all because they weren’t the ones I’m craving.

    Meal 1 – 8 oz bacon + 4 eggs scrambled

    Snack – Absolute garbage foods with carbs and gluten

    Meal 2 – Steak Bites 1 pound

    Snack – 2 servings string cheese

    Cravings: I was attempting to avoid a house guest, so when I was thinking of being out and about, junk food sounded good. This was a stress response, because I overate so much more than necessary.

    Energy: Slept well. Energy was fine, and lasted without a nap on Sunday.

    While today would be a Carnivore failure, I am glad I saw the issue even if I proceeded anyways. I know it’s not right to respond to stress or emotions with food. Being active, doing a hobby I enjoy or even napping, would be a better response. But I decided to just do that bad thing, recognizing my next meal can be a better one.

    Thank God I am doing this by choice, but I want to do better and respond better in future.

  • Carnivore Meals – Week 3/22 to 3/28

    Note: Non-Carnivore items left off the meal plan and the grocery list. Restaurant foods left off the meal plan also.

    Grocery list for this week:

    • 1 dozen 11 eggs
    • 7/8 cup bacon bits
    • 8 oz bacon
    • 1 pound chicken breast
    • 1 pound ground beef
    • 4 serving Canadian bacon
    • 1 pound chuck roast
    • 2.1 pound steak
    • 1 pound pork loin
    • 6 oz pound Carnitas pork
    • 1 lb 2 oz ham steak
    • 2 Costco 1/4 pound hot dog
    • 1 serving sliced turkey breast
    • 7 servings string cheese
    • 7 oz Jarlsburg cheese
    • 3/8 cup ricotta cheese (trying to use it up)
    • 2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
    • 2 slices cheddar cheese
    • 1 servings meat stick
    • 6 serving Korean pork jerky
    SundayMeal 1
    Meal 2
    Snack    		Steak Bites in Butter
    Pork Loin w/ sauce
    McDonald’s iced coffee + 2 serving string cheese
    MondayMeal 1
    Meal 2
    Snack    		non-Carnivore food + Coke Zero
    Brunch Burger Extreme
    Korean jerky + unsweet tea + non-Carnivore food
    TuesdayMeal 1
    Meal 2
    Snack    		NY Strip Steak in butter
    Burger w/ Cheese + 2 Hot Dogs
    Korean Jerky x 2, large Coke Zero, 1 string cheese
    WednesdayMeal 1
    Meal 2
    Snack    		Eggs, Canadian Bacon & Cheddar Cheese
    Carnitas Pork + non-Carnivore food
    Korean Jerky, 2 string cheese
    ThursdayMeal 1
    Meal 2
    Snack    		Omelet w/ Canadian Bacon & Jarlsberg Cheese
    4Rivers BBQ Burnt Ends & Pulled Pork
    Korean jerky + 1 string cheese
    FridayMeal 1
    Meal 2
    Snack    		Ham Steak w/ Scrambled Eggs & Cheese
    Homemade Burnt Ends (not carnivore sauce)
    Korean jerky + 1 string cheese + McDonald’s ice coffee (no cream)
    SaturdayMeal 1
    Meal 2
    Snack
    Snack    		Frittata w/ Egg, Cheese, Bacon Bits, Ham, Ricotta
    Pork Loin
    Leftover Frittata + Coke Zero
    String Cheese, Jarlsburg Cheese, Turkey Breast, Meat Stick

    Hopefully this menu gives you great ideas for your own journey. 🙂

    God bless you all!

  • Day 28 Carnivore – Can-Do Attitude

    Some days are very easy to wake up, and to do exactly what you want to do. Today I was determined to eat Carnivore.

    Meal 1 – Frittata with 5 oz ham + 1/2 cup cheddar cheese + 3 eggs + 1/2 cup bacon bits + 1/4 cup ricotta cheese

    Snack – Leftover frittata 1/2 serving + Coke Zero

    Meal 2 – 12 oz pork loin

    Snack – 1 meat stick + 2 servings string cheese + 3 oz Jarlesberg cheese + 1 serving sliced turkey breast

    Definitely seemed to eat a ton of snacks, but my dinner was a little lighter than normal. If I input the calories, I’m positive I still went over my 2,200-ish target. But I’d only know if I tracked them. I’ll have to look into the Carb Manager site that Kelly Hogan recommends.

    Cravings: Pastries and desserts sounded delicious, but I didn’t grab any.

    Energy: Slept well. I’m really enjoying sleeping better.

    I thank God for His calm in every situation. God bless you all with His peace and calm also!

  • Day 27 Carnivore – Mimicry is Complimentary

    Those burnt ends from 4Rivers is on my mind! In the fridge from a chuck roast defrosting for tonight. I was able to find multiple recipes for “Poor Man’s Burnt Ends” on YouTube using chuck roast. But Poor Man, really? Chuck roast costs the same as brisket in my market! (I’m laughing inside.)

    Meal 1 – Omelet with 6 oz ham steak + 1/4 cup cheddar cheese + 4 eggs scrambled

    Snack – Korean jerkey + 1 string cheese + McDonald’s iced coffee (w/ just SF sweetner)

    Meal 2 – Homemade burnt ends 1 pound

    My burnt ends were a success flavor-wise, however not ingredient-wise. I thought I could substitute yellow mustard for dijon mustard, without any flavor impact. I was wrong. The amount of yellow mustard I used was very noticeable at 1st taste, so I added honey. Then at 2nd taste, the flavor just wasn’t good. So during the last 30 minutes of baking, I added BBQ sauce. That was NOT Carnivore, I know. But the flavor ended up tasting like a Kansas City BBQ as a honey mustard BBQ. My mother and family friend really enjoyed the taste and texture.

    The pound of burnt ends, using chuck roast, was really satisfying. Kept me full for 5 hours easily.

    Cravings: Craving for baked goods, but that craving was dismissed.

    Energy: Slept well.

    God, I am so glad that my performance on Carnivore does not dictate my rightness with you. I haven’t been doing this Carnivore thing perfect, but I know You are above all things, and You love me still.

  • Day 26 Carnivore – BBQ River

    So I’m sure you’ve noticed that I have not be eating pure, clean Carnivore. You know this. I know this. For now, I will keep going, and try to refine meals as I can to improve meals as I can. The results will show my effort and input, and the results may be good or bad at the 90 -day mark.

    Meal 1 – Omelet of 2 servings Canadian bacon + 4 oz Jarlesberg cheese + 4 eggs scrambled

    Snack – Korean jerkey + 1 string cheese + Coke Zero

    Meal 2 – 4Rivers BBQ Restaurant (8oz burnt ends + 8 oz pulled pork) + unsweet tea

    As I should have expected, the burnt ends had BBQ sauce on them during the cooking process. I didn’t remember from the last time I ate them, and I didn’t know how they were made (nor did I ask). Obviously they were so delicious, and every ounce of meat disappeared. The man at the restaurant brought out extra plates so my friend and I could share our meals, and I said “oh, no, there won’t be any sharing”. The look on his face when he realized I was going to eat a pound of meat….hilarious!

    Cravings: Slight craving for ice cream, but that craving was dismissed.

    Energy: Slept well, and accomplished some goals.

    I met with my friend for dinner, and we were enjoying our chat. Praying to God before our meal, and handing over our life decisions to Him. My desire is to trust God to the point where I don’t want to worry about how my life will go.