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[@MissionKeto]

It’s about the kind of carbs you have in my opinion. And I think it’s different for everyone! I’m so happy you found what works for you! You are teaching your kids some amazing things during this journey. Great video girl! ❤

[@simplechatelaine]

Your commitment to experimenting to find the truth in how we should eat are commendable and you’ll never appease everyone. I, for one, am truly appreciative of your efforts and willingness to share your results to help those of us on the same path compare our results with yours to speed up our arrival to where we each need to be to find health and food freedom. Please continue to share as there are those of us that are interested in your thoughts and results without judgment.

[@klarameijer1889]

I love your down to earth approach. I started adding some carbs, by adding more veggies in may. I am keto for more than 7 years and was stalled to lose weight for at least 4 years. An I was even gaining weight. In may i contacted a foodcoach who made a plan for me. At the moment I lost another 14 kg! Just by adding more veggies!!

[@bmc2205]

I use to say I had a “carb addiction” to justify my keto lifestyle but my issue was with ultra processed foods, I couldn’t control how much I ate. A lot of people don’t realize that’s how those foods are designed though. Food manufactures want us to buy their foods and so they add sugar and salt to mess up our hunger signals. Sal from Mindpump says “we can easily overeat potato chips, but no one can over eat a potato” and I found this to be so true!! I actually developed binge eating from depriving my body of whole food carbs. I’m now like you and incorporate whole food carbs and I no longer have the hunger and binge eating that I had on keto. I’ve been following you for a several years now and loving these open, honest and real conversations you’re having.

[@Lgaucker123]

Same!!

[@Trthsker24]

I thought I could introduce some carbs once my a1c came down to 5.6 from 6.6 ...3 years later my weight is stable BUT a1c is 6.5.😢 I am unable to stop having carbs, I am a serious addict. I need to cease and dissist.

[@lynl8897]

You always do a superb job explaining things. Others want things to be very black and white for everyone, but we're all unique. I think those people who commented in this manner didn't watch your process with Jonathan. I found that journey very interesting and enlightening.

[@sofiatarnovskygrein6028]

So many of us have had your same journey with carbs so your journey really resonates.

[@giabarger7686]

I think this may be the difference between “abstained” and “moderators”. People that go on a binge with a bite of carb May really have an addiction and need to stay away from all carbs. I happen to be more like you, small amounts of carbs don’t send me over a cliff and actually make me feel better. I’ve been “carnivore” for almost three years, and I’m finding adding carbs back into my diet has improved my health tremendously

[@LG-sk4xu]

Exactly what happened to me but I couldn’t add them in until I healed SIBO.

[@carmijok1]

I think your health today is a result of the keto journey you've been on. Keto and Carnivore are healing protocols, and you obviously have healed the issues you had, and that's wonderful! I don't see you slamming down a bunch of crap that will send you backwards. You are so lucky! I am not in that camp and probably never will be and am OK with it. I AM one of those carb addicts that have to really, really watch it. One bite of real sugar anything does put me on a binge. I am Type2 and while I am now considered just 'pre-diabetic', I can't afford to stray much into carb-land. Everyone's journey is so different. What works for one doesn't work for another. I've learned a lot from your videos and love that you've reached your health goals. ❤

[@evonnebyrd5991]

Yeppers. This explains exactly how I think, too. 😊

[@lynettec6178]

I’ve seen your journey not necessarily closely but you’ve walked thru so much for your health and took us on your journey. I applaud you for getting to know yourself and doing what is good for your healing. That being said I know myself and I’m an addict of sugar and carbs, I do have to stay away but maybe someday I can add back but I don’t expect others around me to do what I’m doing. I wish they would be as accepting of my way of eating. I love your family❤

[@frances4309]

I'm sorry you are having to face these issues. You know you. Glad you are in a better place. HUGS!

[@TeeAnn]

I freakin love this channel, and following your journey… don’t change a thing! ❤

[@Debbie68]

I agree with you on everything and found you very fair and eloquent in your response.

[@pat-realfoodnanu9050]

It has been eye opening adding a few carbs back. I feel great. With that said, I do think I needed keto level carbs for a while to straighten out my insulin resistance. I lost some weight on whole 30, then stuck. Reducing carbs more helped. Then I got stuck again. Then I needed a reverse diet. And now cutting again with a few more carbs more like whole 30. What we don't need to do is keep doing something that isn't working. Jonathan taught me that just ketoing harder and cutting more and more was not what my body needed at this time.

[@patriciakidd2868]

Thank you for being so honest. When I first heard you say how many carbs you do now, I was completely surprised and scared for you. But being around alot of the good U-tubers that are keto/carnivore, the do what's good for you is always said. This comes to play now. I'm so happy for you. It shows you can add carbs without it being a bad word. Just make sure it's OK for your body.

[@noradummer1654]

You are Amazing Love your channel you have taught me so much Keep being You all the Negative can Do Them😊❤❤❤

[@brendashope1558]

I have always seen you on a health journey. You were working on figuring out what would be best for you. Our bodies change and what we need to fuel them with can change too. I am glad to see that you are sticking with health based eating and are listening to what that is for you right now. ❤ Also, lots of hugs for those wonderful kiddos!

[@cindydemanche3839]

I love all of your content and totally get it with the negativity of some in the community!! You are only doing what is best for you at this moment, that is all we can do!!

[@InTheMiddleOfAForest]

Nilli, Keep being the "normal" you that we have come to know & love ❤️ I enjoy your family & seeing your journey. One thing for me that I do REFUSE to accept when I see 👀 you is the title of Grandma. 😆 🤣 😂 Your health shows in your youthly appearance ... hence my 'opinion' meant in love. ❤️ Geri

[@PrimalPathWellness]

The ketogenic diet is a spectrum, the carnivore diet is the ultimate elimination diet used for healing. Some stay on it, some who feel better expand their diet without negative consequences. The comments that you are not controlling is their opinion and probably die hard carnivores. As a dietitian I have had problems with high insulin and blood sugars despite being a normal weight. I also have experimented with carbs, some spike my BG immediately some work well. I am not totally healed yet so I tread lightly. Being celiac I was never one to pig out on donuts🤣but when I do try a carb it is a whole food not processed, stay away from seed oils. I experiment in small amounts, you do you!

[@liz8824]

You do you and what works for you….food is to be enjoyed, not vilified! Very happy you’re eating things you could not eat before.

[@jamescarroll4341]

There's a lot of people out there no matter what you do no matter what you say in their eyes you're always wrong continue with your wonderful work I think it's fascinating what you do I wish I could do it and you do help a lot of people so please continue

[@tamraholland2285]

your fine, ❤….don’t listen to messed up folks. Live your life sweet girl

[@Bee_Hive_10134]

I've been doing Keto or Carnivore for YEARS with intermittent fasting. I have been very ill after a couple of rounds of needed antibiotics for a major tooth infection and then two more for the subsequent ear infections I got 2 weeks later. I've been sick since September. I strongly believe I have SIBO. I had an h. pylori test done and when they were doing the breath test, I had a major allergic? reaction to the test and they couldn't continue because I was shaking and in a rash. So, I'm following the protocols that I can do myself and going to start the yogurt along with the broccoli sprouts because I also suspect h. pylori. I support you and your decision to do what YOUR body needs. I had to start eating some healthy carbs myself just because EVERYTHING makes my stomach hurt at this point. YES, even grass fed sirloin steaks. I tried 2 weeks of carnivore and it had me completely bound up and constipated so bad. This isn't my diet anymore. I have to heal first, but I think that you and I are different than the "masses" now. Our 2nd brains (microbiome) is now dictating the show and telling our bodies what it wants and NEEDS to heal. Follow your instincts, do what improves YOUR health, and don't listen to the absurd "experts".

[@Name-pj5dp]

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[@HereForeverFarm1370]

I have been keto for about 8 years and find I need to add more carbs to my diet as well. Do you have any suggestions on which carbs to add?

[@roxannebudd1978]

I doing this also and I’ve added in small amount of sweet potatoes and veggies. But I also track my macros.

[@brendashope1558]

I have been adding some berries and sweet potatoes

[@roxannebudd1978]

@@HereForeverFarm1370 yes, berries too.

[@HereForeverFarm1370]

@ Yes, I eat berries but sweet potatoes do not agree with me. I have started adding lentils and I find I can actually sleep better.

[@SarahPerine]

You have a great attitude about these comments. I do what works and sometimes that changes! I did Paleomedicina’s strict meat and fat diet for 8 months fighting cancer. Now I try to add some veggies and soon fruit… I eat cultured dairy including carb heavy raw milk. I know humans love ideology… just look at politics, religion, and even sports! The diet fascists are on their own journey, bless them!! I have used food and work in addictive ways often in my life. I don’t drink or use drugs. I like to think of addiction as any behavior that gives you temporary relief, temporary pleasure, but in the long term causes harm, has some negative consequences and you can’t give it up, despite those negative consequences (Dr. Gabor Maté’s definition). We all fall into addiction at some point but maybe not forever. I sleep sooooo much better with some carbs. Let people believe in the diet religion they want and keep spreading positivity 🙌🏽 Keep hugging your kids💚

[@bendav]

Do you still make your egg white breads? I'm glad you have found something that works for your body - I really don't believe there is one right way. Everyone has to find what works best for them. Thanks for sharing your journey.

[@lowcarbrevelation]

I know from personal experience that it’s not an easy thing to have to deal with rude comments. Most of us who watch your channel love you and all of your content. Keep doing what works best for you. I don’t get why people don’t just move on if they don’t agree with something they watch. Keep being you. ❤

[@IndigoNili]

Thank you, Paula! ❤️❤️❤️

[@lowcarbrevelation]

@ you’re welcome. Don’t let them get you down

[@todzilla09]

Glucose is the preferred source of fuel for the brain. Once you have broken insulin resistance and achieved your weight loss goals you should absolutely reincorporate this important macro just not in the form of a refined sugar or starch. Berries are an excellent source of carbs with a low glycemic index and low glycemic load, not to mention packed with Phyto nutrients.

[@christinashawgo6510]

Good morning I haven’t watched your videos in a good while because I got away from keto. I always made your bread. I see you’ve changed up some things. I’m wanting to make your bread again. And I’m looking for your most recent recipes. Keep being creative. Love your style.

[@cathybaumfeld8107]

KETO police aren’t needed or wanted. Your own decision to take charge of your own health is no one elses business. Take care of yourself. I’m very interested in your experiences and how it works for you. Thank you for sharing.

[@dahkneelah]

Could it be projection?

[@lorim.4136]

To quote other content creators: You do you! If you encounter carb creep, you've the tools and knowledge to adjust.

[@staceduncan133]

I have no issue with any person who can add carbs however that is not everyone. But if I’m not mistaken there were reasons/ health benefits as you say, that had you doing a keto approach for years. Maybe there is some sort of cycling that is most optimal for diets. I am glad that what you are doing now is making you health. It could be in a few years/like with keto that you see things differently again.

[@nataliajimenez1870]

If we look at our ancestors in the era before agriculture (when most of our ancestors lived) they ate seasonally and carbs were just available during a small window every year. So I think it makes sense to cycle through periods of low carbs and moderate carbs throughout the year. Since most of us tend to do less physical activity than our ancestors, I think it's prudent that in our periods of higher carb consumption we don't binge extreme levels of carbs because we don't have the movement that will help to metabolize it rapidly

[@sandyabrams7852]

Can we get an update of the new rebounder? Would like to know how it is working for you and how you are liking it now that you have had it for a bit! ❤

[@IndigoNili]

I shared a bit of an update in our live coffee chat from yesterday! It's at the 44:10 mark in this video: kzbin.infoebE-_s-Mf7o?si=rr5jxpy1ZYUQx_p7 ☺️

[@rosennataggart]

I think they should have added “ that has been my experience”. My goal also is to add a few healthy carbs once I am healthy and have a healed gut. Unfortunately , I am a ways away but you give me hope. I do have celiac’s disease that went undiagnosed for 50 years. May God bless you on your health journey.

[@CuriousMola]

My wife is an endurance athlete and has led a pretty strict low carb lifestyle. Last summer she began to wake up at night with a racing heart. Her Dr. put her on a continuous glucose monitor and found that she was going hypoglycemic just before the episodes and her body was doing a big hormone spike to wake her up. She's added in 100 g of complex carbs with her evening meal and she now has nearly perfect sleep scores (Oura ring and Apple Watch) and no hypoglycemic dips (CGM.) People with their pseudo science / armchair expert opinions on internet chat really aren't worth your time. Everyone's bodies and lifestyles are a little different. I guarantee as an active lifter who is 100lbs, 10% body fat, and does 300+ road miles a month she would athletically crush 99% of zero carb commenters. FWIW I personally eat zero carb / carnivore.

[@NancyElizabeth-c3n]

That happened to me racing heart too

[@debbieclark4065]

You do you. You know your body and what works for you ❤❤❤

[@KetogenicWoman]

Not everybody has to be zero carbs and not everyone has that addictive response to carbs! I almost never drink alcohol for example, so if I decided to have a drink one night at dinner does that make me an alcoholic? Of course not! I hate all these labels. You are eating healthy foods and are a good example of following a proper human diet.

[@IndigoNili]

Thank you, Anita! 😘 I want us all to be on the same team! The healthiest-version-of-ourselves team 😄

[@carol-wg3zr]

thank you for another great video!!!!! 🤩

[@marylise367]

I stopped craving sugar when I began adding carbs in all my meals. Keto and very low carb helped me to get rid of some pathogenic gut bacteria/candida. But once that done, my body didn't like kow carb, it needed carb for energy. Keep going, we're all different

[@marylise367]

What you describe is exactly what I went through, craving sugar made me binge on sugar. But not anymore when adding the carbs intentionally.

[@TheOne-pv4rz]

All carbs turn into glucose, including sugar. It's all glucose so yes it is expected the sugar cravings stopped when you added carbs because they're basically the same. If you look at bread or pasta etc then it's the same as looking at a pile of sugar, most people don't realize this.

[@marylise367]

@TheOne-pv4rz I realise that, but now I choose quality carbs, and eat less of them. That's the point of listening to your body

[@TheOne-pv4rz]

@@marylise367 It's certainly a good thing you eat less of them. Yes listen to your body, it's only a matter of time before it will revolt against the carbs in some way. The body can handle about 4 grams of carbs per day, anything above it will cause inflamation. Obviously somebody that eats +100 grams of carbs per day will run into trouble much sooner than somebody on eg 20 carbs per day. Amount of exercise also plays a role as the muscles can absorb and use the excess glucose. So somebody on 30 grams of carbs can mitigate the excess glucose if they exercise on a regular basis.

[@rtroyer8963]

People with addictive personalities tend to project their weakness on others, it’s just how we think, we want to think that all people are the same, addicted. I am presently addicted to meat, cheese, and other stuff that I try to avoid as much as possible (like ice cream, apple pie). I feel the best when I can stick with Keto, my weight, digestion and overall health are best.

[@Pambo101]

I’m sure it depends on the type of carbs you consume. I can’t hang on KZbin 24/7 so I’m not sure what your carbs consist of, but I’m sure it’s not Kristy Kramer donuts… thanks for sharing the 1% of your life with us

[@Pambo101]

Auto correct got me… Krispy Kreme ….

[@RobertWinter2]

I'm glad you found something that is working for you. Everyone does their own N of 1 experiment with their health. However, it is possible to be addicted to carbs and I would admit that I probably fall into that category. But to label someone else as such should only be done by a properly licensed medical practitioner after a proper evaluation. The fifth revision of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V), includes a definition of behavioral addiction which may apply even if you believe that carbs are not an addictive substance. "Behavioral addiction is an addictive disorder within the category of Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders in the DSM-5, and it describes the experience of cravings, strong urges, and disruptions in one's functioning related to a particular behavior"

[@wandalively7812]

Has the increased carbs inflamed your sibo, or has your gut fully healed. I'm in the beginning stages of healing and so ready for this to be over.

[@risasklutteredkitchen1293]

I love you, I love your response to the “addicts” and dogmatic carnivores. I am in the same boat, somewhat. I have added back some carbs, some real sugar and I do not become ravenous to eat everything. I can handle a few bites and I am happy with that. I will eat a few bites, outside of the kitchen, and will not go back down to eat a whole bag of chips OR a bowl of ice cream, or other stuff. I will not stuff myself with all that afterwards. I am content. I can eat a small amount and be happy with it and then not eat it for days-on-end until I feel like having a nibble. I wasn’t like this for years. I cut out most carbs, most processed carbs and potatoes, for years. I now can consume a little and be happy. When I recreated my macros the end of last year I said my limit was between 60 and 100. Per day. A couple of days a week I go above, I don’t feel guilty, I do not go and over-consume. I am content. I am glad you are at the same point in your life. Thanks for explaining it in such a great way.

[@IndigoNili]

Love you too, Risa! 🥰

[@NancyElizabeth-c3n]

I would love to see a video with what you eat like your macros well average I know everyday is different as I’m not keto any longer but still struggle with like I love omad but then I wonder am I getting enough protein etc

[@TeeAnn]

She has lots of “what I eat in a day” and grocery haul videos.

[@wildzen3349]

I had been doing carnivore for some medical testing, it definately helped my results. Now I have started gaining weight on carnivore and it's not because I ate to little prior. Doing some fasting to get my hunger cues back on track then pivoting to keto vore. I tried for the last month to carnivore harder, and its not working for me personally. Your body knows what it needs, good for you for finding what works for you. Some of these folks dont realize that we are all different bodies/people and may need different diets in order to thrive.

[@marygee3981]

❤hi, youtube hasn't shown me your videos in quite a while. I remember when you were fighting sibo. Wow you are looking good/healthy. 😊 😅I also added more carbs. Have more energy.

[@coffeewithlinda]

Would love to hear what you are eating in a week now. Love to eat others point of views!

[@catieevelen2563]

Those people need to move on!!! This is your channel. I have been sticking to mainly meat but I have some carbs occasionally but they have to be allowed on the list for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet because I had Ulcerative Colitis until I switched to that diet…transitioned to Keto…then Ketovore.

[@SarahPerine]

You cured your UC with Carnivore? So wonderful 💚 My mom had it when I was born 46 years ago and she had an iliostomy. It changed her life forever and our whole family. She won’t try keto or carnivore and ends up in the hospital every now and then. I’m so glad you have found a better way💚💚💚

[@catieevelen2563]

@ as far back as I can remember I had digestive issues…pain, constipation, etc. It was in my 50’s that I started having the blood and mucus in my stool…terrible! I was put on an expensive medicine that made me feel worse so I quit that and inadvertently came across an article related to my problems. That is when I started that SCD way of eating and felt much better very quickly. There is a book called Breaking the Vicious Cycle that talks about this. No starches or sugars! Sorry to hear about your mom. 🙁🙏

[@SarahPerine]

@ I’m just so glad you found healing 🙏🏽

[@WendyDussault]

I was thinking of adding a carb at bed time to help with my sleep, I have no intention of adding carbs to my diet other then to see if a little helps with sleep......too many pluses to not eating carbs IMHO. If I was addicted I wouldn't be into this for 3 months already and coming through Christmas.....that was a test LOL.

[@SarahPerine]

Have you ever tried kefir? It really helped me with my sleep. And just a glass of raw milk if you don’t like kefir.

[@teegee3214]

Eating carbs is NOT an addiction. It’s a natural human impulse. Our bodies are designed to be able to use it as a source of fuel. If we were as limited to one macronutrient, as some purists would have us believe,.. the human species would not have survived. Survival dictates that we can and do eat form a variety of sources,… especially when food is scarce. Our biochemistry is flexible enough for us to consume and utilise whatever is available. Carbs are not and cannot be an addiction. It like saying red blooded males are addicted to looking at women,… not they are just biologically wired to be attracted to women. Procreation is survival. Eating carbs is natural. Do it or don’t do it,… we live in a world of plenty so can choose,… but vilifying a major macronutrient is just plain silly stop it.

[@bostonphil]

well said!

[@charleneb330]

People are crazy, untill you start snoring crushed dehydrated strawberry powder 😂 I think your true followers will always be here!!!! Im on the fence about adding 1 tsp of manuka honey daily for the health benefits.

[@susans7091]

Maybe you did a lot of healing when super low carb. So now you can tolerate more. Would you b where you are without the super low carbs in the past?

[@chrisavetrano]

I am low carb , but not currently tracking. I notice that regardless of adding some healthy carbs I am still registering 3-5 on the ketone meter, which I find mysterious.

[@christinashawgo6510]

I chose to eat fresh milled flour “bread” as my carbs.

[@margaretmacinnes1519]

Can’t do the LMNTs GI issues ☹️

[@Meathead-10810]

I'll probably always be a carb addict, January I had zero carbs but Between Christmas and New Year I ate probably 5 kilograms of chocolate and some other desserts :) I can go for many months with zero carbs but then I may plan a weekend of carbs or even a week and usually I do a fast afterwards. I think it's easier to abstain for longer when I tell myself that sometime in the future I can have chocolate or other sweet things again.

[@traceyb3231]

I am addicted to sweet carbs but I’m around many who can eat them and forget them.

[@brucekmules]

Great video! I did learn the hard way myself with LMNT, that the maltodextrin in the flavored selections negatively impacted my gut flora. I hope it's not doing that with yours.

[@SharonSchmidt-rz8im]

How do you know that?

[@SarahPerine]

I think some of us are sensitive. It sends me straight to the toilet! It does taste good, so too bad!

[@KimHowerton]

Preach!

[@IndigoNili]

😘😘😘

[@tmdavis18]

But wouldn’t a carb based diet cause insulin resistance issues? At least eventually?

[@nataliajimenez1870]

She's not eating crazy amounts of carbs. She's eating from 100-150g which is well below the average carb consumption in America and she focuses on complex carbs and not sugar and flours. She's pretty lean and active and that allows her to have more carbs than someone that's obese or has diabetes

[@tmdavis18]

@ I used to be like that and I developed insulin resistance and prediabetes. No risk factors, healthy weight, eating healthy etc.

[@chronicallycarnivore]

It's rarely helpful to accuse someone else of having an addiction. Like that will somehow put them in a different brain space... Personally, I am addicted to sweets and processed foods. And I do stay carnivore because I have done significant amounts of metabolic injury to my body. It has been a big help. Far be it from me to think that means I should tell others exactly what to do with their gut and body. Unless they want me to venture a guess. Which is exceedingly rare. 😂

[@pattilb1211]

This is what's called legalism. This is why the elimination diet is so helpful. Not everyone has the same reaction to the same food. To each their own.

[@CarisaRealtor]

Your body tells you what you need

[@linda_dc2379]

Mark Sisson eats @150g of carbs and it’s still considered low carb.

[@corriesites2431]

My opinion only, but in a perfect world, we would all eat a reasonable amount of all kinds of food. I cant eat carbs because i have a blood sugar issue. But if i could, i would. I dont think there is a place for the food police in a healthy world.

[@NancyElizabeth-c3n]

Great video

[@chrisavetrano]

Pretty sweater!

[@CarisaRealtor]

People need to go watch Dr Ben Bikmans video where he discusses that you thyroid is lowered by keto. It's true... you lower T3 when doing low carb. I don't think people need tons of carbs, but I think we need some. I think low carb is great.. I eat balanced and focus on autophagy.

[@nataliajimenez1870]

Insulin also is lowered in low carb, but the body becomes more insulin sensitive, therefore a smaller amount of insulin does a better job than a high amount of insulin was doing in the past. A lower T3 without actual symptoms of hypothyroidism may mean that your body has become more sensitive to T3 and doesn't have to produce as much hormone. We have to be careful when comparing hormone levels under different metabolic states of the body

[@denniscerletti2244]

Happy for you. Get a fasting insulin test at your annual physical so you can see if it is at a high level. Get a 10 year heads up before you get a high A1C.

[@IndigoNili]

I shared my fasting insulin recently. It's 6.8 which I'm happy with

[@janicegildea8866]

Dr mercola has also changed his view and added carbs

[@velocitygirl8551]

People are ridiculous…

[@Jol-v1p]

Part of the deal.

[@bro_math]

Blueberry is a carb?! I'm fucked.

[@HappyBeeTV-BeeHappy]

Although carbs are addictive food, I wouldn't say that someone who is carb conscious and follows a keto, low carb, meat based, carnivore, or lion diet is addicted to carbs. I say this, bcuz we don't know enough about the proper human diet yet. It could be that the human body needs a small or minor amount of carbs. Nobody knows this yet for sure. We certainly shouldn't continue listening to the FDA but so far, bcuz they still saying that vegetables and grains are better than meat, low fat meat is better than fatty meat, and seed oils are better than animal fats and butter. They still pushing the low fat and high carb way to weight control. And meanwhile, they still have people on meds and getting bariatric surgery to lose weight. In my carb experiments, I found the most serious culprits. This is cucumbers, tomatoes, and pasta. Man, that stuff is like signing my own death certificate. 🤣 Especially the pasta. And even the carbs that don't do me in immediately, I still can only have in moderation. I am eating apples, onions, zucchini, watermelon, and walnuts. But in moderation.

[@veronicaheaney3464]

I currently follow a predominantly animal based diet. However, I do include some fruits with breakfast and lunch and occasionally potato (🫨) with dinner, a small amount, though it satisfies my love of potatoes. Since none of the carbs come from over processed foods, I am not going to worry about it. It works for me. Your diet works for you. Good going!

[@Mr_Mike_S88]

Yep Niii...I think you're... not sedentary, workout enough, and you're in a good place. So...in the recent past in age upper 60s when running/jogging 40-50 miles a week. Especially after like 7-10 miles of running at 7000 ft ish..had the car parked at a grocery store witb a Starbucks. Java chip venti Frappuccino what my body used to recover! Then. But was I addicted?..yes! .to the cycle of long calorie burn with a high calorie reward. Stay in your spotl But pay attention to changes and be ready to make mods. I'd like to hear your take on seed oils too. To me a bigger issue (potentiality).

[@monnablack7263]

doing good.. and it is your body. need to find your ..what you eat in carbs... ????

[@donnaelizabeth8674]

What kind of carbs?

[@TeeAnn]

She said whole food carbs, which would be vegetables, judging by her “what I eat in a day” and grocery hauls.

[@darlenefitzgerald4371]

I see Nothing Wrong with Whole food carbsW no processing…………..

[@Trthsker24]

Bart Kay??😂

[@shoden]

You're absolutely right-everyone's body responds differently to carbs, and the type of carbs you consume makes a huge difference. Refined sugars and processed carbs can lead to energy crashes and other health issues, while whole food carbs like fruits, vegetables, honey, and dairy provide sustained energy and essential nutrients. Pairing these healthier carb choices with regular exercise and an active lifestyle is key to maintaining balance and ensuring those extra calories are put to good use. It's all about making mindful choices and finding what works best for your body and goals! Don’t let negative thoughts or comments weigh you down-often, they stem from the struggles and insecurities others are dealing with internally

[@rawkfist-ih6nk]

I think it’s because influencers tend to follow trends or path of least resistance. Seems like more of a cynical view that you are following the Paul Saladino path and some don’t like that approach. This comes from a place of almost feeling abandoned I think sometimes or possibly the groupthink mentality. In reality of course it’s a personal journey and not all diets work for all people. It looks like you fell off the wagon to some but you are adjusting to a better personal diet. But I will say your understanding of addiction is not accurate. Addiction is not binging. That’s different. Addicts may not look like addicts from the outside because they are regular in their consumption of whatever it is. When you limit it you get withdrawals and want to binge.

[@miasgirls3]

🙏♥️♥️

[@wandahernandez5002]

Well, your hair looks healthier. Maybe the extra carbs are best for you!

[@CarisaRealtor]

What? LoL You are triggered because you are not listening to your body!!! If you are eating REAL FOOD... balanced meals... you can listen to your body..

[@ImagineWrong]

There was some beef (pun intended) in the carnivore community recently started by a livestream done by homesteadhow where he talked about carb addiction in a way that was very polarizing and mentioned another carnivore channel by name. Prob where these comments are coming from.

[@IndigoNili]

Lol! Beef between carnivores is supposed to be a good thing! 😆🐄

[@SarahPerine]

Yes that was too bad. I love Carnivore Quest and Carnivore Kipp and they didn’t deserve to be singled out.

[@nitareed4088]

There is something you are avoiding (no, I don't expect you to respond)... You have gained your 168K followers BECAUSE of your promotion of keto dieting. And yet, you are defensive because all of the people who follow you have whiplash. This is a money-maker for you. Not just some personal VLOG. You do you. I don't really care what you eat. I DO care about the people who are being "influenced" by you and others.

[@IndigoNili]

I've had this channel for 14 years and have only been sharing about keto for the last 3. My channel is and always has been a place for me to share whatever I'm interested in and what's going on in my life. If you go back in my videos you can find pregnancy updates and Instant Pot tutorials, etc. Honestly, if I really wanted to make a lot of money I would focus 100% on the carnivore diet, sing its praises and create carnivore recipes exclusivity. That's what the algorithm currently likes. If you really feel like I don't have integrity with what I share then I hope you wouldn't waste your time watching my videos

[@nitareed4088]

@@IndigoNili You have not had 168K following you for 14 years. Your channel exploded because of KETO. You are monetized because of KETO. People are watching for health, recipes, etc. I started watching you a few years ago because of your egg white bread recipes. I just worry about the people who are being influenced by these changes. People who are looking to heal. People who come to ketogenic diets are often looking to change the trajectory of their health. Carbs ARE "bad" for these people. VERY BAD. I hope they realize and look for content that will actually help them.

[@SarahPerine]

@@nitareed4088I think people need to take more responsibility for themselves and their decisions. I went to two oncologist s when I found out I had cancer. I disagreed with both and went my own way with treatment. If cancer comes back, I’m not going to whine to those oncologists!!! I made my own decision. I chose my own journey.

[@TeeAnn]

@@nitareed4088This is really just ridiculous. This channel has been a journey, not just a “keto” channel. There are plenty of other channels where the people you are worried about being “hurt” can go for medical views that may suit them better. There are even medical doctors with carb addiction advice. If someone has a weight or health or carb addition problems they should follow some medical doctors, like Dr. Westman or Cywes (literally the Carb Addiction Doctor) or Dr. Barry or even nutrition experts like Dr. Ekberg. You are also free to make your own channel and point the people that you are worried about in the right direction.

[@martinakelly]

You DON'T HAVE TO care about us, we have a brain and can make our own choices.😉 And no, not everyone follows her because of keto. I follow her because she digs deep into various topics, she's been sharing her own story and ideas. That's it. She's nice and not pushing anyone into anything.✌️

[@nvb455]

I think the whole "carb addiction" get thrown around a bit too easy. I'm heaing myself with the carnivore GAPS diet right now and it's so powerful I can't even put it into words because it sounds unbelievable but I do think I want to go back to phases of eating carbs in my life. I think when I am fully healed I'll do a bit of keto here and there and carnivore but in summer I am taking a carb vacation and I am just going to have pizza and beer and enjoy the hell out of it. I have no serious chronic illnesses and I have no carb addiction. I actually never had a carb craving ever when in ketosis. Would I be considered carb addicted? No....I am not. I am just a person who wants to enjoy life and doesn't always strive for optimum health every day of every year so sue me.

[@Rocketscientist66]

The real question is: Will you be transparent and honest with your “followers” if and when you experience ANYTHING negative to your health - physical or mental? It’s really just interesting how you have not mentioned even one small “negative” since changing/ adding back carbs. That seems, at least to me, a bit impossible. I am sticking to my strict Ketogenic/ almost no carb Ketovore Lifestyle, because I still have much healing to do. You do you and I’ll do me 🥩

[@judybelight8041]

Did you miss her entire playlist? She is transparent about challenges I never knew existed.

[@Rocketscientist66]

@ I was talking about from present day (now) and in the near future.

[@prccap]

The problem with 100-200g of cabs is that you really are just back to eating the SAD again, and we all do know that is bad long-term