Carnivore Diet on a Budget! Costco March Grocery Haul

Join me for a carnivore diet adventure shopping at Costco! In this video I try to buy two weeks' worth of groceries for $150. Watch the video to see if I succeed, and to get some good carnivore shopping tips for yourself!
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[@Jaylwoodworth]

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[@Todd-in-MX]

I wish my Costco was as empty as yours is. Mine is always a madhouse

[@beekind6267]

MINE TOOOOOOO!!!!! So annoying!!! No matter what time I go. 😫😫😫😫

[@Sourcepowa]

I do the money saving diet a.k.a fasting.

[@jennifergoode437]

I am Texas... get the brisket!! lol D quick way to make it not on a smoker or grill: cut 3-4 sections and freeze individually and pull one out per week. use a crockpot on low until tender. This way you won't get fatigue eating the entire thing unless you have a large family.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Great tip, thanks much!

[@KyleWitten]

I've been doing this since I was a broke college graduate in the mid-90s. Brisket was one of the cheapest proteins that money could buy back then. You couldn't even buy ground beef that cheap back then. I found that 24 hours on low was the magic number for a crock pot.

[@Jean_in_Stillness]

Frankly, from my own experience shopping at Costco -- you did very well. Like that you picked up a variety of quality ingredients. Appreciate that you do not bash the diets that others choose (whether it benefits them or not). You speak from experience and the results of your success with carnivore are clearly evident. Thanks again for good videos. These are helpful and encouraging.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

I think that the one-size-fits-all mentality that the medical establishment promotes re: diet is a big part of the problem, especially for those of is who do best on a carnivore diet. It’s an individual thing; and each of us has to figure out what works best for our own bodies.

[@Radoslav-gk7wu]

@@Jaylwoodworth why then koala only eats bamboo and cows naturaly only eat grass? 😄

[@tonyt8805]

Sardines and burger patties! 😉

[@michelledoney5801]

If you have an instant pot, it will change your life. Super easy and make big portions and freeze. Pull one serving out and thaw per day

[@artman2606]

House I was raised 66yrs ago, my mom❤Sugar sweets always in the house•Breads• And she never went anywhere without the hard butterscotch candies in her purse• I think for me it was upbringing. They did not know any better back then that's when they just started hearing that smoking was bad.lol

[@M.Sforza]

Growing up in Ct, my Dad was a butcher and we all hated meat. Poor man would bring home the best cuts and it made no difference to us. Just learning more about carnivore and I’m going to try this even though I get nauseous just looking at meat. God help me…it’s my last attempt at losing weight and getting healthy.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Good luck, hope it works out for you!

[@isagoldfield7393]

I buy the KIRKLAND GRASSFED BUTTER salted I prefer, simple ingredients…cream & salt & 95% fats which I ♥️

[@Flmom15]

What?? I live in Florida & I just bought 4 ribeyes from Aldi for a total of $27!! I cannot believe how expensive the meat it in Connecticut

[@anthonymason385]

As an ex butcher, you can use the top round as round steak. Cut it across the widest part, so you'll be cutting across the grain. If you imagine the meat as a D cut across the flat part. The thickness is up to your personal taste. You can also use it as a roast, but we always made it into steaks. It's a lean cut, so it can be a little dry.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

The steaks would probably be good with some butter. I’ll give this a try at some point. Thanks for the detailed instructions, great tip!

[@isagoldfield7393]

We appreciate your tip👍

[@amyrivers4093]

Anthony I've always been a bit self conscious about different cuts of beef in case I sounded stupid. I know how to make pulled pork but I have no idea what cut of meat I use to make pulled beef. If you have a moment can you please education me on this. The only meat I've eaten is cchickdn breast, home cooked corn beef in the slow cooker and what I called Phillip steak until I was an adult. Thank you in advance for the pulled beef meat cut. 😊

[@anthonymason385]

Hi, I'd suggest chuck or ridsteak. Any of the less expensive cuts would be fine.

[@amyrivers4093]

@anthonymason385 thank you so much for responding. I will look at those cuts next time I shop. 😊

[@rosalindolson8688]

First time watching any of your videos. I just want to say, you seem like such a nice guy! :-) Congratulations on your success! I have been trying to get my mother in law to go carnivore, but she is very resistant. It is so sad to see her health decline. Good luck on your journey!!

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Yeah, it’s hard to see someone else making poor diet decisions and wrecking their health. But ultimately we can only control ourselves, and even that is difficult.

[@KCCAT5]

The unsalted kerrygold has the skim milk and the regular kerrygold with the salt does not

[@daviddauk6099]

The sirloin ball, as we call it, we cut it up into steaks. Any thickness you like.

[@Shedly81]

I throw both chuck roast and brisket in the slow cooker for 8 hours. You can cut larger briskets down to whatever slow cook size you want, and also trim as much fat off the cut as you’d like (if any) before cooking…

[@Jaylwoodworth]

I like to do chuck roasts in the slow cooker, but never knew you could do briskets that way. I’ll have to try it out. Thanks for the tip!

[@nothing_burger]

Top round is a great cut to make beef jerky (carnivore crisps). However, you'd need a cheapie meat slicer and a food dehydrator.

[@cincygal4490]

From what I've heard from others regarding the Kerry Gold butter, it is only the unsalted butter than has the skim milk. The salted butter is only cream and salt.

[@incognitoedc]

I am a very low income senior on Carnivore.....can't afford steaks...Costco has grass fed frozen ground beef patties for $4.20 per pound. That and Costco bacon and pasture raised eggs are the staples of my diet. Better than the ground beef you bought in the video.

[@SoCalSurfer69]

I bought some frozen patties and found the taste was a bit odd compared to ground beef and waygu and mix them together.

[@CarnivoreKipp]

Congrats on 7 months on Carnivore 👍

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Thanks!

[@ElizabethFaithPierce]

I love how wholesome you are, i'm at week 4 carnivore and feeling great ! I hope carnivore works out well for you !

[@Jaylwoodworth]

So far so good!

[@roseNthorn]

I buy the chuck roast, slice it up into about 6oz servings and then air fry it and its so good like that. Way better than slow cooking in the crock pot.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Thanks for the tip! I need to get an air fryer.

[@kristinebrauer2292]

I've never tried it that way, how long do you air fry and at what temp?

[@AndiS-dz4pq]

The only thing I’ve ever done with beef top round is grind it up to make lean hamburger. I add the fat of my choice which is usually homemade ghee, it’s super easy to make and less expensive. On another note, even is someone is lean, that person can be a type 2 diabetic. I know four people who have never been overweight but have elevated blood sugar.

[@MontrealHomebrewer]

Wow, i never saw Costco that empty, you're lucky. perfect timing

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Yeah, I find Monday and Tuesday mornings around 10 AM are the least crowded times.

[@annemarie5009]

Another great video Jay! Do your thing and keep us informed. I love this way of eating and love watching your videos 😉

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Thanks much, glad you’re here!

[@KCCAT5]

Jay if you get a brisket don't get the corned beef brisket just get the plain biscuit corned beef has all those extra things in it and it's really really salty

[@KyleWitten]

Corned beef is also a cured meat. So all those extra ingredients are required for it to be corned beef. Without them, it is just a brisket.

[@jeremyking3986]

I go to Sam’s club as soon as they open at 8am, I buy the marked down meats, usually 25% off. Also at 2 meals a day, my first meal is bacon and eggs, which is about $3 a meal.

[@stinkasscat]

Thank you, I'm going to try to be there at 8 am to get 25% off . 👍👍👍

[@belindaray721]

Thanks for the great ideas! So happy S

[@happyjourneywithlynn2534]

Hello just found your channel, I’m not on a carnivore diet. I eat soups a lot and found out that my weight has dropped drastically. My doctor saw the weight loss and she starts negative thinking about it. I still got a lot more weight to lose, but doing it so good with it.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

You got this!

[@lindamohr838]

I like your attitude!

[@DoggyFosterMom]

Buy the large ribeye roast and break it down at home. I bought one for $203 (one of the largest; there were smaller) and cut my own for a total of about 16 steaks and a huge bag of trimmings to render for tallow.

[@SoCalSurfer69]

I do the same thing.

[@k3zarpermenant]

Lol I just did that hours ago today. Good advice really.

[@kroach2653]

Helpful tip with costco, Frozen grass fed 80/20 is the same price as packaged conventional fed burger meat, you may think when it is thawed in the store it means it is "fresh" but all of that meat was previously frozen as well.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Great tip, thanks!

[@amydrooks2090]

Did you know... seniors over 60 years old are eligible for food assistance which helps supplement your budget so you can buy what you need without worrying? Check into your state's benefits.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Thanks for bringing this up. I'm not in a place where I need assistance -- but for those who are having trouble making ends meet there is assistance out there, especially if you're over 60.

[@joettaqueen-ellenwood7711]

Get a water filter. No plastic bottles to throw away. 🙂

[@ashleycameron466]

I love the Kirkland soda waters. Those are not sweet either and do not have extra crap in them :).

[@ajlee-wright7069]

Love your videos Jay, hope you had a great time in India

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Thanks! I loved India but am happy to be back.

[@littlebug1026]

i want some Cocoa Krispies!!!!! You deserve that water Jay!!!!! First time watching your channel I am going to try Keto/Carnivore cuz i am a BIG FAT CHEATER!!!! i looooove bread, pasta, sugar, donuts, pie, cake, reese pieces, reese cups, reese minis, reese egs lol. and the list goes on and on and on.... STAY WELL!

[@fixandfoodgman6987]

Man our costcos are packed every minute here in Canada, today thhe checkout lane went to the meat section

[@Jaylwoodworth]

I was amazed how crowded they are in Toronto. The ones here get like that later in the day and on the weekends, but weekday morning s are manageable.

[@plazas1242]

Jay , thank you for your video I love Costco and another one of My favorites is fresh market if you sign up with them they will send emails of their meat sale My last visit I bought New York Strip steak 🥩 for $8.99 a pound From Florida.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

That’s a great price. I think we have one about half an hour from here.

[@kidbizz]

I shop here in Oregon using the price shopping method instead of the budget. My favorite place to shop is Winco. I wait for a good sale on chuck and buy extra for the freezer. I only buy the “good ones” referring to Laura spath video and how she buys chuck roasts. I also buy chicken legs when they are $.99 a pound and put them in the instant pot for a quick meal of 4-6 legs straight out of the freezer sometimes. My absolute favorite is chuck eye that you can get right off the chuck roast. I freeze them and put them straight into the air fryer cook them for 12 minutes and then stick the probe in. I love the crust on the outside that develops cut in half for 2 meals and add eggs. I also eat sardines, chicken hearts and chicken liver once and awhile. Lots of eggs as they are very inexpensive. I don’t shop on a budget but get my beef, chicken and eggs at the lowest price available and skip them if they are at top price. Stock up at the bottom price. The cheaper dryer or chewy meats can be cooked sous vide for 36 hours and then cut up into steak bites. I’m going to try the brisket $$ as well. It’s a lot of meat to screw up but if cut in 4, I can experiment to see how I like it best. St. Louis style pork is also a good choice at Costco. I think you get 3 whole ribs. Sous vide, or slow roast in the oven and then cook for 1 hour on the smoker and cut in half for a really reasonably priced meal. Save the rest cut in half in the freezer after you sous vide then thaw and smoke prior to eating. Great food for company. Have them bring the sides. You can also get ground beef 73 for much cheaper at winco. Once found a 20lb chub for $20. $30 regular price. I cooked it up and bagged in the freezer but would have tasted better as burger Pattie’s or meatballs with a little egg added to the mixture. I make these up and freeze them for meal variety. Carnivore since Nov 2022 and down 95 lbs. currently stalled so should start fasting. 😅

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Great tips, thanks. That’s a good way to shop!

[@kam2162]

This is how I shop too - I am on a very tight budget. I eat out of the freezer if I can't find any good deals and just save up the budgeted dollars for when I do find a deal. I also stop at the grocery stores when I happen to be going by and check the meat department for clearanced, short-dated meat. I either cook it right away or repackage for the freezer. I have a lot of butter in my freezer. I stocked up during the holidays when it was on sale. I also just bought 12# this week because of a good sale. I bought 4 turkeys as well during the holidays. I've since cooked them, ate for a meal or two and canned the rest so it is sitting on the shelf ready to eat at any time. Of course, I could have frozen the leftovers. Turkey isn't my favorite, but the price per pound was excellent. I don't eat pork so that cuts out an affordable option. I am learning to like sardines...not quite there yet.

[@lindamohr838]

Seltzer is a nice addition!

[@pamm99]

You can do well in the frozen foods. Sockeye salmon with individually wrapped servings, Argentinian shrimp, grass-fed burgers, and maybe more.

[@Dakiniwoman]

Hi Jay... I really admire you for making and sticking to a budget. I guess that is how you could afford a trip to India. I think I will try to make a budget for myself. Discipline is good. I do spend a lot on cat foods and kitty litter as well as my own foods. Did you check that your t-shirts are 100% cotton... you don't want to wear any synthetics do you? I keep trying to get to a Costco but I only had one opportunity to get there since last Autumn... Here I am living in the Salmon Fishing Capital of the World and I could not buy fresh Sockeye Salmon for less than 3 times that price or more. I can't afford any kind of fish here on Vancouver Island. My freezers are near empty. Top round is tough and not very tasty compared to Chuck or Short Ribs. I would rather get a good quality ground beef than Top Round roast. In your video, right beside the chuck roasts was beef ribs and those are one of my very favorites... they taste like short ribs but are less costly and fabulous roasted in the oven low and slow... Try them... you will really love them. I can't believe how cheap meat is in the U.S. a Boneless Lamb roast here is at least Canadian $15.00 per pound.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

I actually do better with the synthetic shirts and they don’t bother my skin. For some reason cotton never lasts for me. Although now that I’ve lost weight I might have better luck with it. Thanks for the tip about the top round roast. I’ve never bought one before.

[@stanleybridge]

Thanks Jay!

[@gcs6358]

Love this butter!

[@scott9607]

Great video! 👍

[@idonthaveaname9776]

Love your videos! I haven’t had lamb in a while lol.

[@janicechilders4885]

I really enjoyed your video! This is my first time viewing😊

[@pamm99]

Kirkland’s butter is 95% non GMO, while Kerrygold is only 85%. Difference between New Zealand and Ireland.

[@faylinameir]

If you really want to drink a lot of bubbly water I'd recommend you get a soda stream and just carbonate mineral or spring water :) investment would be larger up front but you'd save in the long run compared to san pellegrino or similar

[@Jaylwoodworth]

They cost between $100 and $200 and we have good tap water here, so I’d make my investment back in about 6 months. Not bad!

[@TrueWorldMTB]

the butcher wizard on the KZbin will show you how to cut up those big chunks of meat Costco sells, into steaks roasts grind etc.

[@debbiefreeman4449]

I love Costco clothes, too

[@andrewrivera4029]

You gotta get a smoker, I get a pork butt and a brisket almost 20 lb of meat for under 100! Smoke that up and I got fatty meat for at least a week!

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Great suggestion

[@miriam2909]

First time watching.. enjoyed shopping with you. Ty. As for the skinny people who can eat anything, they’ve possibly got a lot of visceral fat rather than us….who like to display ours 😂 . Or they’ve got a very fast metabolism. I liked your selection. When we say bi weekly in Australia we mean twice a week. Once every two weeks is fortnightly. My second fortnightly carnivore shop tomorrow so I’m a newbie. Your prices are still good compared to ours but I have to remember you’re working with pounds not kilos. Anyway, thanks for sharing. I’ll have to check out your India videos. 😊

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Yes, funny that word biweekly. It means every other week in the US, but there always seems to be some ambiguity when we use it. I don’t think most Americans would be familiar with the term fortnightly.

[@csgraves324]

Welcome back Jay!

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Thanks!

[@thedogsmaid]

I get the cheapest beef, then can it. Any tough cut of meat is tender after going through the canning process.

[@KCCAT5]

I would have got the brisket brought it home and cut it up into smaller servings he has just put it in the oven with salt and cook it low and slow or if you have a Crock-Pot you can do it that way too and just put it on low for about 8 hours start it in the morning and leave it cook all day yum😊

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Thanks for the great tip, I'll try this!

[@gladysobrien1055]

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[@debbiec6216]

Oh I believe you, when it comes to Food, it's very expensive. I have family in Upstate NY and they mentioned about the FOOD PRICES in that state. Food isn't cheap anywhere throughout The USA. Costco's clothing cheaper and it all depends on what you buy. If you work out at the gym and intermittent fasting , you will lose weight faster , which is true. I lost 40 pounds in 4 months to my normal weight . But I'll continue stay proactive with my health.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Thanks, good job on your diet!

[@KyleWitten]

The skimmed milk cultures are so they can ferment the cream before churning it. So, the butter is being made from something closer to sour cream or yogurt than fresh cream. And, fermentation consumes lactose, so less trace amounts for the lactose intolerant among us.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Thanks for the info. I was wondering why they had the skim milk in there.

[@KyleWitten]

@@Jaylwoodworth The key thing on the ingredient list was that it didn't list skim milk as one of the ingredients. It listed skim milk cultures. Cultures is a fancy pants word for "live bacteria." So, they are just reporting that the cultures were grown in skim milk before being introduced to the cream. Since there is no fat in skim milk, it doesn't contribute anything to the final product. It is the live bacteria that are the real ingredient being listed. And, before anyone freaks out over my use of the word "bacteria," not all bacteria is bad for you. Our digestive system depends on the symbiotic relationship that we have with the good bacteria in our gut. That is why after a round of antibiotics, doctors tell you to eat yogurt. It is so that you can reinoculated your system with some of the good bacteria that were killed off by "friendly fire" from the antibiotics.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

This is really good to know. I think I’ll be buying Kerrygold again!

[@irenepeek3211]

​@@Jaylwoodworth The skim milk culture is fine for anyone who doesn't have histamine intolerance... anything fermented can stir it up and it's not fun. Just a little fyi. Good video 💯👏👍

[@KyleWitten]

@@irenepeek3211 allergens are always going to be an issue no matter what kind of diet you're on. If you're allergic or have a sensitivity, you should probably get something else. But, by using skim milk to grow the cultures they aren't introducing any additional allergens. Anything in the milk that you'd be allergic/sensitive - other than histamine - to is in the cream too.

[@claudiastevens9628]

I walk back and forth in the meat dept. looking for the best prices and then factor in any bone weight. I'll be on a tighter budget for a few months because I had to have a permanent bridge replaced and the cost of dental work is unbelievable now. I have a better insurance plan than last year but wowzer.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

It’s amazing how a couple of unexpected bills can change our whole financial picture in a bad way

[@kidbizz]

Had dental done in Hungary. Unbelievably cheaper. We had family so they got us a cheap rental apartment. The dentist spoke English so can get pricing before you go.

[@ThumbofEpicness]

For 'bubbly water' I like to buy soda water in bottles.

[@mariannafleming449]

get more eggs! you look great btw :)❣

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Thanks!

[@kida12]

Top round can be steaks, Swiss steak, cubed steak. It is a bit on the tougher side, but the flavor is great. It does not braise or stew well. Can also stir fry if you don't mind a bit of chewing, though sirloin is better (but still tough). Also, if you get the whole top round you can cut a roast (but it's better fried as steaks). You can buy the gadget that carbonates water and it is much cheaper. If you should want flavorings you can add them.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Thanks for the i do, I’d been wondering what to do with top round.

[@romeosalinas7489]

New subscriber here, from Texas. Get the brisket!! Maybe look into Texas based beef companies and buy a 1/16 or 1/8 of a cow. Huge money saver compared to the NE

[@Jaylwoodworth]

That’s.a good idea. Would love to save the money!

[@artantunesjr]

Hey Jay, I’m from Waterbury Connecticut. four years agoI moved out to Utah what a big difference but out here I pay 13 to 13.50 a pound of ribeye at Costco.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

I’ll bet a lot things are cheaper out there than they are here…

[@raymondsteadman567]

I got the wild sockeye salmon in costco and its delicious. The chopped meat is always 88 12 wish it was 80 20. I got chuck steak and eating it with butter was manageable. The Ny sirloin there was delicious.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

The wild sockeye is delicious!

[@keeanmorishita8457]

Top round is really good as carne asada or REALLY thinly cut "minute steaks" (pan fry steaks that cook in under a minute) The thing is my store cuts the beef round (bottom round, top round) into thin steaks for me otherwise I'd buy a meat slicer to cut up the one you showed at costco. if you cook them really hot and fast they aren't dry at all

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Great tips, thanks for commenting!

[@KnackFarmer-theanswerismeat]

It was interesting watching this and comparing US prices to Australian - wowser - Costco (US) online organic grass fed ground beef is US$12.99/lb, we'd pay half that amount in our local grocery. I knew things were pricey over there, particularly in certain areas, but that seems crazy. We have a pretty high cost of living as well.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Thanks for sharing!

[@samcorvo8689]

Wait…What’s in the rotisserie chicken? I love those things.

[@karenmarie2282]

You should try the Kirkland Italian mineral water a case for 15.99 here in Illinois

[@Jaylwoodworth]

I keep looking for it but I rarely see it in my Costco. It must sell out very quickly.

[@lilpoohbear653]

Great video! How do you cook your pork belly? Been wanting to try but I have only eaten regular bacon

[@lilpoohbear653]

Oh I see your video on the pork belly...nevermind...got it. Thanks

[@greggwilliamson7404]

Did you pass up the stew meat??? It is usually under $5 per pound and is mainly chopped up steak. I throw it on the BBQ and it is great, maybe a little tough, but really good.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

I keep thinking about getting it and cooking it in the slow-cooker. Or maybe barbeque skewers. Definitely on my list of things to try.

[@paul01burns]

Could have gone to Walmart and got a smaller container of coffee to save on the budget

[@selim.digital]

that is beyond impressive that you can spend so little for so much food! Do you find that you get bored with the same meals?

[@Jaylwoodworth]

In the small town where I was for 3 weeks I got very bored. Delhi had a lot of interesting food. Only problem was it was mostly vegetarian.

[@lilpoohbear653]

What is wrong with eating a rotisserre chicken...is it hormones or ? I get one every time I am at Sams or Costco and eat half of it as soon as I get home. I do it to give me a break from beef

[@Jaylwoodworth]

They use a lot of chemicals to keep them fresh on the shelf. Costco’s are actually better than most, but I always notice thst my stomach is a bit off when I eat one.

[@lilpoohbear653]

oh, I see...ok thank you so much!@@Jaylwoodworth

[@tonyt8805]

"Supposedly" they use the cheap chicken.

[@jn2400]

I bought meat for the first time in Wal-Mart. That was the last time smelt really off.

[@savaugeblends8883]

I also live in CT. Have you checked out BJ's

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Yes, I’ve found them to be pretty comparable. Costco is closer, so that’s where I shop.

[@cowgirl515]

You should purchase the 5 dz eggs it's cheaper

[@InsolentVillager]

How tall are you? I'm 5' 10.5" and eat 2 lbs a day pretty consistently. I can't do eggs though. You were looking at unsalted Kerrygold I think. The salted doesn't have anything but cream and salt.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

I am 6’0”

[@InsolentVillager]

@Jaylwoodworth you are drastically undereating then. 1-1.5 grams of protein per lb of ideal weight. A 1lb ribeye is about 100 grams. So I'm broad shouldered and muscular eating 2 lb, so you for sure should be eating the same or more than me. If you're still losing, you're likely fine, but when you get to maintenance, you're going to start losing muscle for lack of protein. Just what I've learned deep diving for 10 months with all the carnivore Dr's, etc, out there on the internet. All the best.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Yes, I will definitely have to eat more once I hit my desired weight. For now I’m happy with the calories I’m getting.

[@nopenope7777]

You should go to Sam's club. They are cheaper. Well I'm in Nebraska. I get grass fed organic beef for $4.98lb about .50 less if you buy the case. Just be aware they will question your purchase. Apparently no one buys whole cases like that 😂.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

I need to check out Sam’s Club. I figure since I’ve already paid for Costco that there isn’t much sense in buying a membership at another store. But if the savings are high enough it would make sense. Do they let non-members shop there?

[@Tatman1212]

Also, does your friend from Brazil have any underlying health challenges? Sugar is so inflammatory for many. Just curious

[@Jaylwoodworth]

No, he’s surprisingly healthy. He does have sleep and energy issues though. He knows about carnivore, so if he wants to do it he can…..

[@johnnafarrell3336]

I’d avoid the skim milk! Nothing but sugar

[@srflow2]

Jay, so how many pounds do you plan for a whole day? I’m going to start my diet in April . And don’t really know how much I will need to plan for. Thanks

[@Jaylwoodworth]

I plan on half a pound of meat (usually pork belly) and 5 eggs for my morning meal, and then a pound or so of meat for my afternoon meal. Try starting with that, but remember, the main goal is to eat enough that you feel sated.

[@srflow2]

@@Jaylwoodworth Thanks for answering Jay!

[@PS-en7wn]

US Costco is way better than UK Costvo but its still good for some things on carnivore

[@suzannereeves7768]

How do you prepare the leg of lamb? Welcome back from India.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

I don’t know how to prepare it carnivore style. In the old days I would have added lots of garlic and had some mint sauce on the table. I’ll think of something, and will make a video when I cook it.

[@bonnieramsey7904]

Braise top round

[@KittyMama61]

What is it about that bubbly water? That stuff has been gnawing at my brain lately.

[@microgreensgrower3946]

What is in the rotisserie whole chicken that is not good?

[@DexterGraphic]

I had the same question. But I see that he already answered it further down in the comments.

[@Tatman1212]

Hey Jay. Do you worry about the artificial flavors/sweeteners in that seltzer? I’m convinced artificial sweeteners are making more folks sick than we ever imagined

[@Jaylwoodworth]

There is no sweetener at all in the soda. I prefer plain seltzer, just because I don’t much like the taste of fruit or the other artificial ingredients. But the water doesn’t leave me feeling off like some other things with artificial ingredients do. Still, I will go for the plain seltzer next time, even if it’s San Pellegrino.

[@magacop5180]

What’s wrong with the Rotisserie Chicken?

[@cityblue0202]

Good evening, do you need to join Costco to be allowed to shop, we are coming over from England and my daughter wants to visit a Costco, cheers I started my carnivore diet 4 days ago and when I started I was 20st 2lbs so far I’ve lost 4 lbs.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Yes, it cost $60 to get a yearly membership last I checked. I save enough just on gas to make the membership worthwhile.

[@kam2162]

I would go to the customer service desk, show them your i.d. or passport and see if they will let you shop since you are from out of the country.

[@cityblue0202]

@@Jaylwoodworth thank you, I wonder if they would accept my military I’d as they do over here

[@Jaylwoodworth]

I'm not sure if they would, but it's worth a try.

[@wjlowe111]

What's wrong with Costco rotisserie chicken Jay? Fill me in

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Preservatives. Costco’s are better than most, but I always feel a bit funny after I eat one.

[@hardtruth2039]

Just because someone is thin doesn’t mean they are healthy.

[@chrisc790]

I enjoyed watching this but some of the things you bought weren't clear. Sometimes you would just grab it and talk a bit about it but not say what it is. Just for next time please clearly state everything you grab.

[@kathrynsieloff7811]

Costco lake of lamb is pretty good.🎉

[@Jaylwoodworth]

Glad to hear that, I wasn’t sure how it would be.

[@Gail-ux2ly]

Pork is less than half the price of beef

[@NumberSixAtTheVillage]

75 per person per week is not cheap. I'll cut you some slack because you may well be in a place where groceries are more expensive.

[@Gail-ux2ly]

It is shocking how much you paid for a box of cereal!

[@johnnafarrell3336]

No way would I pass up the brisket at that price! I make it in the slow cooker. Then I save and render the fat.

[@Jaylwoodworth]

I regret passing it up. I didn’t realize how easy it would be to cook. I think I’ll make brisket part of my meat rotation now.

[@johnnafarrell3336]

@@Jaylwoodworth makes excellent tallow you can basically use for everything 😊