Cravings on Carnivore: My Experience

I have been struggling with cravings the last 24 hours. I had some intense cravings come on the day after Thanksgiving and fighting that has been emotionally exhausting. I have tried to put some of those thoughts in words here.
This is my journey to healing my food addiction with a strict carnivore diet. To follow along with my daily life come find me on Instagram @lauraespath
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[@robynmiller4997]

The fact that you can stop yourself is insane. I still fight with myself and then fall off...I'm going to get to this point. Food addiction is soooo real!

[@LauraSpath]

Some days are still hard but it does get easier overall. Keep trying!! Saying 'No' over and over takes practice! 💛💛💛

[@Traci_Carlson]

I’m still struggling too. The cravings are sooo intense and I give in. I feel like I’m never going to get over this. But I keep trying every day and I hope to be able to get my health back eventually and lose this darn weight...

[@robertromero8094]

I fasted so long and so hard that i "cheated" with a 2000 calorie meat plate. Felt so guilty still do, but inreality im still going to lose weight and feel just fine. I got it from sugar and junk to healthy foods.

[@esterlopez5777]

Exactly I’m carnivore like for a week and I feel great.. and then I fall off and eat all carbs I. Sight then I feel disgusted with my self

[@lagoon7433]

Darn straight. 😆

[@kellyskillestad1226]

You make me feel like I'm not alone or going crazy with the constant chatter I have going on in my head about "food"... I just feel tired most days because of the constant inner battle going on... At least you give me hope!

[@LauraSpath]

It does get easier. But you are not alone! 💛💛

[@spaceghost8995]

You are alone and crazy. Just kidding! I am right here with you!

[@CalmVibesVee]

Kelly Skillestad I cheer you on Kelly !🦋

[@sek4110]

Your body is becoming malnourished. Been there done the carnivore diet. Those pushing the Carnivore diet are not telling us the truth and I had to learn this the hard way. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZXQho2HZ5xop5Y

[@patphatkitten]

Kelly. If you are a woman you might need some carbs from real, whole food, especially at specific times during menstrual cycle. Many carnivores on you tube eat raw organs and raw meat, raw dairy, but they also have a little sea weed or sea veggies (rich in minerals) low calorie fruits, cucumbers, onions, mushrooms, herbs, starchy sweet potatos, lemon juice, apples, and so on. There are also people (men and women) who are 100 percent animal product eaters, but personally i think that would be bad for me, but i have never tried it, but bad for me, especially since I am a woman, according to dr. Stacy Simms (i think that is her name) who wrote the book "roar". Women need a lot more protein than what society says, but i guess we need to just eat what works best for us, because a 100 percent carnivore diet does seem to work for some women.

[@melissamulkey1033]

The thing I enjoy the most about your videos is how real you are. You are so inspiring but you bring real humaness to the Carnivore ( sometimes) struggles. I related so much to "if I'm gonna have a cheat day, I need these 7 things to get it out of my system." Yessss. It's like all or nothing.

[@LauraSpath]

Yes! That is why I can't even have one small cheat. There is no such thing to me.

[@margaretterrebonne9596]

That's so me. I told my kids to donate my brain to science because I just can't seem to control that.

[@lisafaser6031]

“Don’t stop saying no to yourself.” Thanks Laura. New carnivore-Day 18. I really needed this message today. I’m alone and cravings are loud.

[@ReigningWomban]

Try making butter bites.

[@islandgirl45]

Laura, what you’re describing is the exact thinking that alcoholics and drug abusers suffer with. Food addiction is a real thing, and so little is known or talked about it. It is actually harder to deal with than drugs or alcohol....I know from personal experience, so please go easy on yourself, you have done amazingly....you are a rock star 🌟

[@lynseypearson]

It brought tears to my eyes when you said your husband asked if he should come home. We are so lucky to have such supportive husbands. I can completely relate to your situation. In my first year of carnivore, I had a lot of times when I had ‘treats’ and the result of that was always (ALWAYS!) a truly horrible depression that would last days and days. It was deniable because it didn’t always happen immediately after the carbs. However, I’ve now not had any treats since August and it is completely UNDENIABLE how good I feel and how stable my mood, weight and overall health have been. I am quite nervous about Christmas coming but I am also hopeful that this will be my first real carnivore Christmas. Thank you for sharing your experience and for being honest. You’re doing so well!

[@paoladellabilancia5965]

I don't have any husband, let alone supportive 😂😅😂🤦‍♀️👎

[@robincardin3689]

Thanks for being so honest and sharing such a personal thing with all of us.

[@mauriciobaquero7866]

Love this amazing woman. Your a complete inspiration in this journey. Someone told me ... " If you're not hungry for meat, your craving for carbs" .

[@kenhenderson1958]

Laura, your honesty and directness are much appreciated. The fact that you still struggle shows me that what you've achieved is actually possible for me. Thank you for sharing.

[@gregmorgan3508]

I have been around some people in recovery. It is important to have someone like a sponsor to talk with. I have found some of the ideas of 12 steps have helped me deal with these kinds of emotions with food especially around the holidays. Wheat and sugar have the same impact as opiate drugs. I have found consuming fat of some sort helps out or as you pointed out some nice piece of meat.

[@HikeMichigan]

It’s three years later, and I needed to hear this. Thank you for posting this video.

[@susanmiller2370]

Laura, this is an amazingly encouraging post and painful to watch. I so, so get it. Food just should not be this powerful...but it is.

[@charlenekelley7268]

I so agree. Carbs make our brains light up and are so hard to resist sometimes. I think about food constantly, from the time I wake up till the time I go to bed.

[@chook3307]

I love it when people are real like this. She’s so relatable on every level.

[@LAUREL5785]

"...don't let isolation feed your addiction." WISE WORDS. Thank you for your bold honesty, Laura!!

[@kmvegas]

Thanks for this video! It helps more than you know.

[@lisamitchell3116]

3 years later but wow…I love your honesty. This was very helpful.

[@RedTop-yo4ds]

I started Keto in Jan of this year lost about 40 lbs by March, I did pretty good didn't have a lot of cravings, and did a couple of 36 hour fasts which were pretty easy to do. In mid March I ate some icecream and that totally messed me up. I could stay away from everything else, but icecream became my obsession. I was like a crack addict, literally, and I couldn't just eat a single serving, I would eat the whole container most of the time. I would do this two or three days in a row, then I would get hold of myself and be mostly carnivore for the rest of the week. I shockingly didn't really gain any weight back, just kept losing and gaining the same 7 lbs, over and over, for the next 8 months. I was really discouraged and thinking of quiting, but I happened to watch Dr Boz on her Sunday night live where she was talking about using exogenous ketones when she was struggling and that it really helped with her cravings and mental focus. I decided to give it a try, couldn't hurt, right. I ordered Dr Boz's BHB from Amazon and started putting a teaspoon in my water in the morning and just sipping on it throughout the day. I started this the week before Thanksgiving and have had icecream just once since and I wasn't really craving it. Eating carnivore I usually do OMAD and eat about 2 pm, by 5 pm I would be like a junky needing a fix before I started the BHB, now I am totally over it and am back to one carnivore meal a day, no cravings, and am actually more productive. Not sure why this would work, but sure glad I tried it. I am still just using a tsp per day. My teenage daughter is doing it as well and having great results. Sorry for the long post but thought maybe this might help someone else.

[@douglasfapp9816]

So going to try this, thank you so much.

[@anniek820]

Thank you so much for talking about this. You are helping me, and others, immeasurably.

[@kellyflynn467]

Once again you “showed up” for yourself. I’m so proud of you. This is the hardest time of the year hardest being the operative word and you did it!

[@Dhaezi]

Okay now I’m sobbing... like seriously. I can’t believe you hit on every thought I go through on the days leading up to me saying “Screw this... I don’t care... I NEED this” thank you for talking about this.

[@maurabuller5606]

I, too can"'t stop once a carb passes my lips. Right now I can't even start and get through a day. You inspire me. Thank you.

[@bosslady1914]

Carb and sugar addition is so real... I never realized untill I went keto.. After a hundred times of saying "Just a tiny bit," and then consuming the whole thing - I've realized it's a drug. Can't even have one bite.

[@ketogorl]

I like to rewatch this when I’m struggling..... you have no idea how much it helps me!! Thank you!! ❤️❤️

[@CoffeeNinjaJinxy]

OMG, this was so raw and so real. God bless ya, girl. I know the struggle, and I understand the frustration, and I absolutely COMMEND you for fighting that fight. Those addictions are no joke and you DID IT! It may not have been pretty, but you cleared that hurdle! Kudos!

[@emmaelonen_coach]

I totally know what you mean. The food addiction takes a hold of your whole entire life and thoughts. It does not go away when it hits you, by simply willing it to go. It consumes every thought, every decision until you can't think of anything else. And then the battle of staying on track begins. And like you said, it is exhausting. I don't think there really is only one answer or "cure". We all have our inner demons and they lead to different obsessions. Not so lucky for us, food is so easy to "explain" and abuse, but low and behold if you have a drinking problem or something else that shows more easily... If you get fat by food addiction then you're "just fat" 😂😅 I'm with you Laura! Great video and comforting to hear that I'm not alone with my obsessive thoughts. One day at a time 🥰🤩😘😘

[@MzTeeLadee]

Laura, I almost did not let myself watch this. It made me nervous to read the title and to see you so sad. Boy, can I relate! I was so scared about cooking Thanksgiving dinner at my house this year! I watched many of your videos before starting my own Carnivore journey 28 DAYS AGO, as well as many times since. Because of you, I went ahead and started before the holidays, realizing that I also had an addiction to sugar and carbs, and I probably would not be able to stop myself or recover anytime soon, if I indulged in ANY high carb food on Thanksgiving. My plan was to prepare myself a beautiful and delicious RibEye Steak late morning, right after I got the turkey in the oven. I did and it was the perfect solution for me! I eat ribeye quite often, but this was the BEST ONE yet! I was/am SO GRATEFUL for that yummy and satisfying meal, because while I ate it, I kept saying over and over to myself that “I AM SO LUCKY TO BE NOURISHING AND ENJOYING THIS, BECAUSE THIS STEAK IS BETTER THAN ANYTHING ELSE THAT WILL BE SERVED AT DINNER!” And it was true! I found it very difficult to browse through Thanksgiving recipes to make my grocery list. I knew I was treading dangerous waters. It was hard to do the shopping. And even harder to prepare the food and not taste any of it. (The hot, fresh, baked rolls nearly did me in!) I’m just so grateful that I had a clear intent to stay on program BEFORE I went shopping and started preparing the food! I live by myself, so that made it a little bit easier. My family can over and they brought more yummy stuff. I let them know a week before TG that as much as I wanted to have Thanksgiving at my new home (that my kids bought and remodeled for me) I didn’t think I could do it. I explained that it was very important to me to stay strictly on my ZERO CARB, “Carnivore Diet” because I know from past experience that it might take me 6 months or a year or never before I would get control of my eating again. The kids said we could go to a restaurant or do it at my daughter’s house. But I knew in my heart that I had to be a grown up and control myself, and to find a way to be successful hosting Dinner here. I’m so glad I did! No one made fun of me. In fact they told me how proud they were of me that I was sticking to my goals and planning to succeed. My son asked me if he could bring a ham. I thought that was weird, but it worked out beautifully! He also wanted to bring appetizers. Lucky for me, he said Shrimp would be perfect! And it was! I had also precooked a sausage patty while I was making stuffing, so I had that on my plate. I had a little turkey, ham, shrimp, and sausage on my plate. But I barely made a dent in it. I put it away for later. I really never felt deprived, because of the fabulous rib eye I’d had earlier. I was still full and satisfied. Yes, it was very difficult to help divide the left overs. A third of them were going to a friend of mind who was going to be (Is now) laid up for 2 months following surgery this morning. I had to pack them in my car and take them to her that very night WHILE I WAS STILL FULL AND FEELING PROUD OF MYSELF! When I got home from delivering left over to my friend, I allowed myself to have another plate of food (all carnivore). Again, I couldn’t eat it all. But it was fun and interesting to try! That plate included some fancy cheese. I think cheese is a trigger for me, so will also be giving that away tomorrow. Better to be safe than sorry! Now that I’m getting close to the 30 Day Mark, I need to set another clear intent. Not sure yet if I want it to be 60 days, 90 Days, or 1 year or 2, or to be my new permanent lifestyle. I’m feeling like going for a year, then transitioning into Keto with very limited carbs. (Maybe 20 per day). Just because I don’t like looking so odd when I go out, and I find the steaks sometimes very hard to chew. I just started incorporating Intermittent Fasting yesterday. Hopefully I will now be able to start dropping a lot more weight faster, AND SAVING MONEY! I’m sharing all of this because I’m very proud of myself for having successfully navigated Thanksgiving Dinner at my house while on Carnivore, and I hope I can continue right on through Christmas and New Years... and the birthdays... it has only taken one piece of Birthday cake to throw me off for a full year in the past. Honestly, at this point, I don’t know if I will ever be able to indulge with the baked good again, if I want to say in control of my food intake. It’s sad to say that right now, I do think of myself as a “Carbaholic” and I will probably have to continuously work on recovering from it. I am very grateful to also have training in Emotional Freedom Technique and Emotion Code to help me deal with the cravings and the underlying emotional triggers! I had to tap several times when planning and preparing Thanksgiving Dinner. I will probably incorporate some CHROMIUM PICOLINATE to help calm any sugar cravings that come up in the future. For now, I’m doing better than expected! And I’m happy! And I AM trying to deal with any emotional triggers as they present themselves. I have also found myself digging for them to release them before they can derail me. You are an inspiration to me and so many others, Laura! Thank you for sharing your truth and being so authentic! Good luck to everyone!

[@ev6623]

So proud of you for sharing so honestly. It IS exhausting and I get so angry sometimes feeling like I can’t have what “everyone else” is eating. Texting your hubby for support was awesome! Way to go.

[@catherinema2587]

It's immensely more encouraging to see genuiness over perfection. After all, we are only humans and I don't know anyone who is perfect. This is such a great video and I feel like I could relate to you so many times throughout this video! Thanks so much and please dont stop sharing xx

[@stevegannonhandmade]

Thank you for sharing your feelings and your struggles. Believe that A LOT of people are very proud of you!! Knowing yourself, knowing you are an addict, and reaching out to your husband can get you through anything. You continue to be an inspiration!!

[@techhoppy]

I applaud you for this video. I've struggled with these same cravings. (130lbs lost on Keto, gained 20 back, stuck/stalled/sad/confused/angry for cheating/overeating) just started carnivore again for the 2nd time and not looking back. "I do great at restriction but I'm terrible at moderation." - AMEN! Thanks again and keep up these great videos for those of us who need to hear them.

[@HOmar-nw2zr]

I haven't noticed how bad my food habits and addictions were till very recently. looking back, I've been stress eating since my late teens. I deeply appreciate your bravery, and may god bless your path ahead.

[@LingLingW]

Heya, I'm Keto and I just moved into a new shared appartement. My new flatmate works part-time at Ferrero here in Germany (yes, I know) and he always has Kinder chocolate/Ferrero in general in the fridge. He, very kindly, said I could take some whenever I want because he has an abundance. In 2 weeks living here I had one (disgustingly sweet) thing yesterday night after some social plans didn't work out. It was the smallest product he had and I ate it. And I didn't go crazy thanks to social pressure (can't eat his whole stash, can I?!) and I want to believe thanks to my strengthened will and because my teeth immediately hurt from the high sugar content 🤦🏼‍♀️. Just wanted to share. Your last sentence "don't let isolation feed your addiction" really got to me, wow, what a phrase!

[@gogr2409]

I’m so glad someone else has these struggles. Thank you for sharing.

[@paulat5921]

So true - Simple does not mean easy. Butter Bob has a saying that I like as well - "A Boring diet makes for an exciting life." Thanks for your honesty and for the video. I struggle too.

[@edelucia74]

it is RIDICULOUSLY hard to not give into that. I'm am SO proud of you!!! ii give in 99% of the time, my biggest problem...as soon as everyone's out of the house, I hoover everything I want then I'm so pissed...you didn't do that, you pushed through and didn't give in, that is AMAZING !!!

[@769jojo]

Here I am watching this two years later. I found you in the last month and have been devouring your content. I have been keto since August 2019 and lost 70 lbs. I need to loose much more, probably 100lbs. I have been stuck bouncing back and forth btwn the same 10 lbs for the last year. I went all in on carnivore in the last week. Even with being fat adapted and using electrolytes, I have experienced lethargy. I realized my body is in an adaptation phase. All to say, you are the best, most real person when speaking about your journey. Watching you, Kelly Hogan, and Dr. Cywes have been life changing! Just thank you!

[@swiftjeff]

This reminds me of when i fasted for 2 days for the first time. Before i was making keto desserts and feeding my sweet tooth constantly. After the fast all my cravings died. It was completely unexpected and i ended up throwing away all the desserts. Today im starting my second 5 day fast. Thank you for helping me discover the snake diet! I had never heard of Cole before seeing one of your videos where you mentioned him. Breaking the idea of food being a reward is really tough considering all the ads and convenience we drown in. Hang in there and remember that you are still on the road you have chosen. It's when you get lost and end up miles away before relalizing it that there is a problem.

[@austinsmith4343]

I love that you keep it open and honest about this stuff, you are awesome! I think there are a lot of people that will watch this video and gain a lot of inspiration (I know I did!). Thank you

[@tinaharveycptnasmpn115]

Thank you for sharing your struggles. This short video speaks volumes.

[@actlikebarbara]

Wow, really powerful video. Thank you so much for your vulnerability. You’re inspiring. I’m sorry you’ve gone through episodes like this. Much love!

[@heidieho4470]

When you spoke to the lady who wanted to wait until January to start this new lifestyle you really touched something in me. I realized I needed to start today to make changes for a lifetime. Thank you for reaching out and being real you inspire more people than you may realize thank you for helping me get back on my path to a healthy body. Peace

[@heidisamuel3524]

I smiled when I saw your name...my Grampy used to call me that. My name is Heidi Jo 😁

[@bosslady1914]

Tomorrow will never come, there is only right NOW! And if you won't take action towards your health RIGHT NOW, you likely won't do it in a couple months when the time is now. Change the habit of putting off your good and start taking steps forward today. You got this :)

[@RK-ws3eb]

The struggle is real! People who don't have this issue have absolutely no idea how eating one thing can lead you down a slippery slope. I get how you didn't want to reach out to anyone because you just want to have the thing and you don't want to be talked out of it. Kudos for you for getting beyond that and not doing it!

[@NickConteSC]

People don't understand nor appreciate the very real struggle to fight our addiction and pray you, me, and all those with the same demons, find non carb/non calories solutions for our emotions . Bless you for making this video which so many of us relate to.

[@lindabarousse7984]

Thank you for sharing. At least you have your husband to talk to. Some of us have no one who even understands what we are feeling. Glad you made it.

[@erikavillalobos1540]

Self-care really helps me out when it gets really stressful at work and I want to eat emotionally. I get a massage, get my hair done, a mani-pedi, a bubble bath, walk in the park or all of those and the urge to eat emotionally goes away. Big hug!

[@knitsox0727]

I love that your are so honest about your relationship with food. I can totally relate and feel your struggle. I work in in the food service industry, so when I'm at work I'm surrounded by really good food. I took a thick ribeye to work Saturday night to have the chef cook for my dinner. Still ended up snacking on almonds and my digestion is still hating me 2 days later. Lesson learned. I had suspected that certain nuts and I weren't made for each other and I now know they taste great but don't feel so great. I have to go with how I will feel hours after the immediate pleasure and ask myself if it's worth the few minutes of taste on my tongue. NOPE. Keep the videos coming.

[@trista_sue_writes]

I needed this video so bad today. I am not fully carnivore, but I am keto and today was a HARD day. I had so many cravings and sat on the couch in tears as my husband sat next to me eating pizza. It's so hard staying on track when my family around me is constantly snacking. So while everyone was having dessert tonight, I put on my headphones and came to your page for encouragement. This is the video that caught my eye and it was such a comfort to know that I am not alone. Thank you so much for sharing your struggle with us. It means more than you know. 💜

[@douglasfapp9816]

Same with me, so hard when their is granola, crackers, coffemate creamers, and cookies that He eats around me.

[@anncoster7458]

Wow, Laura, what a great video. Thank you for baring your soul! I needed to hear this. I lost 50 lbs in 2021 and have fought to keep it off. But life has a way of inserting itself. I lost all of my siblings, my beloved cat, and my partner of 10 years in the last few years. My comfort of course is sweets. I wanted to get back on Keto but just could not stay motivated. I have gained 20 lbs. I started carnivore 5 days ago. I like the simplicity of it, no choices basically. Today, the cravings hit. My body wants me to quit. I know I can do this. I know the feeling of being proud of myself. But in the throes of I guess depression, it all doesn't matter. After listening to this video, I know it's not me. We all get cravings. We have to get through it. I enjoy your other videos where you show what you eat at restaurants. You are doing a good job. You are in my thoughts. Hang in there!

[@joannegilmour3774]

Exactly! Funny when I hear someone else say those words that go on in MY head, I can hear the addict in them....but when im alone with those thoughts, its a fight and a struggle to stay on track! I will definitely be rewatching this video over and over again when that first thought of eating off carnivore...before I give those thoughts a foothold! I cant thank you enough for your transparency of your journey. You are the reason I started this way of eating for me, and why I still choose daily to continue it!

[@FastFSharp]

I love this honesty. It makes me feel not alone. Thank you so much for sharing your story. It's an inspiration.

[@keithlebeau2693]

Great job Laura owning your feelings and talking out loud about the struggle. Some addiction cliche’s, secrets keep us sick, one day,hour,minute at a time and stinking thinking is ok acting on it is not. I can relate to all that you said and appreciate your honesty and remaining humble to the struggle.💪👏

[@There_YouAre]

Your story rings so true with me. Especially not wanting to cheat in front of others or not telling anyone that you want to to avoid being talked out of it! My husband has no problem with “moderation” and doesn’t always understand why I would feel the need to turn to something as extreme as carnivore (though he’s still supportive!) Always appreciate your transparency, it’s really inspiring!

[@susannastorytime]

Wow 💗 Thank You sooo much for this video! I've been having soo hard time staying on track with my keto plan and somehow last 24 h has been harder than the whole week before that. I was having a little cheat of freshly made carrot juice today moning, that triggered more crawinngs for something sweet and it's been following me around til now. I am waking up second time this night with this huuugeee desire to look through the fridge. It's just comforting to know I'm not alone with this issue and you staying sure on yourself definetly gives me some inspiration to do the same. 🌞

[@williamhull4031]

What a kind husband you have ❤️ blessed to have a supportive partner. Good for you and your success 👍.

[@smwsmwx2]

All I can say is THANK YOU for your integrity.

[@1sweffling]

Thank you so much for your honesty. I am awed by your strength because each time I get cravings really badly I give in and it takes me a couple of weeks at least to get back on track. I know the triggers and I live with them so I cannot get away from them and I have no one to help or support me. I am keto 80% of the time which is better than not being, but even so I hate the battle and the surrender to cravings. Your video today has really helped me to know that I am not alone with this problem. Comfort eating has always been my coping mechanism unfortunately.

[@JulieG-f9j]

I’m great full for this video. Not sure how I’ll feel when my craving hits🙄😬considering I gave into my craving last night 😳I woke up this morning and I felt like was hit my a Mac truck😵‍💫I new instantly that I definitely need a plan for my next craving. This video is my plan, thank you for doing this video and being so vulnerable with us! If you can do this so can I, today I will give myself grace and learn from my mistake.

[@terence3947]

Thank you so much for this. This is my struggle and honestly i have let it win more than not. Truly refreshing to hear it being said aloud not just in my own head. Thank you for the honest posts of the bad times not just the good.

[@lynnluisi6226]

Laura I swear you are the blonde/younger version of me and not only me but so many of us out here. Please know that you’re not alone, we are all on that damn hamster wheel that is so emotionally exhausting. I thank you for your courage and I thank you for your honesty. Going through this process knowing that I am not alone will make it so much better for me.

[@Bethanyfarmhomestead]

Raw, real, and relatable. 🙌🏼💙

[@evakuhlbornefelt34]

I wish I had watched this earlier today, before I caved in!😢 I have been struggling with this for a long time. For me it is either due to emotional fluctuations or lack of energy. Trying to push through difficult work on my computer is especially triggering due to brain energy fatigue. But I WILL find the solution to this problem, and when I do, I will let you know!❤

[@evakuhlbornefelt34]

Tomorrow, if the cravings hit, I will try cold shower for dopamine to see if it breaks the craving cycle.

[@LNdolls]

Thank you for sharing this with us. I am so grateful. The daily decisions are exhausting for me, too. And yes, yes, yes - simple does not mean easy. I used to think cheese was a treat - it makes me pretty miserable and often that translates as mentally miserable.

[@janetbarker5104]

Thank you so much for sharing. I have been struggling a LOT with food cravings lately. I find myself looking for recipes for a keto version of decadent holiday foods. I made keto versions of stuffing and cheesecake for Thanksgiving. Did I feel satisfied? NO! It left me craving more. The day after Thanksgiving I threw all of it in the garbage. Keto helped me loose a lot of weight, but I feel best on carnivore. Now I'm struggling to get back to full carnivore. It is a mental challenge for me. I appreciate you sharing your journey. I'm not alone.

[@heidisamuel3524]

You said exactly what I did too...and how I feel. It's so hard...but thanks for making feel not alone.

[@sylviapearson301]

You’re obviously stronger than you think by showing us your vulnerability. I have to remind myself to take it one day at a time, and to give myself a pat-on-the-back when I am able to fight through a day of cravings. I am not fully carnivore, but I am working towards switching from keto to carnivore. Thank you for sharing and reminding us that no matter how far we’ve come we’re only a step away from where we were. Happy Holidays and God Bless 🎄

[@GwenMotoGirl]

This is real! We are so alike in our addiction processes. Thank you for sharing. Halloween to Valentine’s Day is a struggle for me I’m emotionally exhausted.

[@rachaelmilne5574]

I really really appreciate your vulnerability and honesty, Laura. I’ve been close to full carnivore but every so often I feel sad like actually sad about just eating meat and not enjoying things. I mentally talk myself out of doing carnivore just about every day! It is a battle! I can’t cheat either or I will do nothing but think about the next food I can have. Eating carnivore does help in many ways but there are still other things it isn’t helping with that make me go back and forth! It’s a battle for sure!

[@jodyben-david6188]

You look very healthy and vibrant. Whatever you are doing is working. It's okay to have a "bad day" or even a day when you eat something not optimal. Don't call it "cheating", just call it a choice for that day, not forever. Thank you for your video.

[@margaretlopez1047]

As a fellow Carnivore I appreciate your sincerity as I too have been there. This year I hosted Thanksgiving and asked each of my guests to bring their own Tupperware or ziplock bags as I did not want to keep any “non carnivore” leftovers in the house. I gave away everything and kept enough turkey and deviled eggs for another meal for my hubby and I. This worked out great for everyone and I did not have tempting treats haunting me. I have discovered that if I drink flavored coffee (yes, I still drink coffee) although I don’t use any sweetener I tend to get hungry right after so no more pumpkin flavored or peppermint mocha flavored coffee for me. I had that experience yesterday but I quickly defrosted some shrimp and made shrimp scampi with lots of butter and that settled my hunger/craving. I too have to watch myself with cheese as I can easily consume a whole block of sharp cheddar from Costco😂

[@jodieolson]

Thank you so much for the honesty! You’re so lucky to have your husband to support you. I see a lot of people who are “perfect” at keto and carnivore (are they really or just good at pretending?) and they make me feel like a big failure. I do give in to my cravings and often I don’t realize it until after I’ve binged...it’s so much like a drug or alcohol addiction, it’s really scary. Your honesty really helps me feel like I’m more normal and less of a failure. Thank you!

[@chloeanddiego]

THANK YOU for being so open about this issue. Emotional eating been a real struggle for me, as well, but it makes it so much better when I know I’m not alone ♥️

[@colleenhall44]

Wow, you nailed it! I have been low carb since April, I have traveled, vacationed with family and stayed low carb...but it is SO hard at times. Surrounded by people eating all the foods that used to bring me joy (double edged sword) and denying yourself even though you really aren’t hungry or experiencing the cravings. It is comforting to hear others deal with the fights in their heads. Thank you for sharing....I feel stronger every time I fight through temptation but knowing another fight may appear on the horizon is challenging. You look amazing and I know I feel so much better. I try and focus on my health and know that I am doing the best thing for my body after years of carb trauma! Stay strong, you continue to inspire!

[@angela7815]

@LauraSpath I keep coming back to this video to get back on track or to stay motivated. Thank you for posting this and speaking about the struggles that so many of us are dealing with but aren’t able to share with anyone around us.

[@karenleeramos]

This was the best description EVER of that inner food struggle those of us with any kind of disordered eating seem to deal with, especially the part about getting thru what seems like the challenging part only to feel the overwhelming urge for a reward being the thing that almost derails you. I deeply identified with ALL of this! Thank you SO much for sharing in such an authentic and meaningful way, especially at this difficult time of year. I adore your channel

[@Im1ProudMom]

It's so nice to see this side of carnivore. The human side. There are so many who make it seem so easy and never talk about the negatives. It makes it a little easier for us regular Joe's to know that you guys struggle too. I'm extremely proud of you because I know how hard it is to say no. I battle it everyday and I usually fail. Your video was the encouragement I needed to keep fighting ❤️

[@SCM1949]

It just shows us how powerful our emotions are at trying to sabotage us. Thank you for your honesty, excellent video ‼️♥️

[@natyoliva8336]

the way you talk, about emotions, feelings, struggles its really mesmerizing, it makes me feel like we are all the same and we can deal with food in a more honest way. Thank you

[@vcat8136]

I know I’m late...but I appreciate you sharing your struggles! Because you’re not the only one whose challenged when you’re alone! And I love the simple is not easy! ❤️

[@amberriley9423]

It amazes me when I’m feeling cravings coming on, how a ribeye seems to make it all better!! Thank you for sharing! You are not alone. #teamribeye 🥩

[@terraflow__bryanburdo4547]

Carb addiction is a beast and a half. I have been fighting it for decades, and am slowly winning the war. Right now my best ally is intermittent fasting in a pattern of 40:48, so I have an 8-hour eating window every other day. It keeps me focused on better food choices (such as including more fish and liver which help me feel stronger and healthier overall). The downside is for a mom feeding kids, you would have to work out a schedule or pattern that works with that. My other big ally is sports performance. I am now running and lifting numbers easily that I couldn't touch six months ago.

[@karenlhoule]

Your story parallels mine very closely. I have been doing OMAD for 2 years now, and am looking to switch to one meal every other day. When I can do it, I feel fantastic! My health improves, and I start losing weight again after plateauing. But every day is a struggle...and I usually give in to eating because it gets in my head that I won't get to eat that day. I feel so dysfunctional with food and I am constantly disappointing myself. It's exhausting! Thank you for sharing your story.

[@salina3715]

Just, thank you for sharing this and being so vulnerable with your inner dialogue. That inner dialogue can be so shameful for me. I don’t share those thoughts with people. But, to hear every single thought that you had, has helped me. I am in week 4 right now, so almost a month now. But I am having PMS cravings so I looked up cravings ha on carnivore and this popped up and I just wanted to thank you for sharing. I have grown to really love your channel and your vulnerability in sharing all of these things. Thank you. ❤

[@janepavlis22]

I can sooo relate. I know that if I give in, there's no stopping. That's because for me it's an addiction. Plain and simple. Thanks for sharing this.... And how great that you made it thru, out the others side of the feelings and feel stronger.

[@marlenekluper428]

Laura I love you and your videos. You are such an honest, real and upfront person. I turned 75 last month and I have been struggling with most of the issues I hear you speak of, for at least 60 of those years! Back in the day, no one talked about food addictions, and there was no KETO. You are right when you say many people still don't get it, they often think you are just a pig. Opinions vocalized by others can be very cruel. My top weight was 338 and I'm around 210 now. I'm 5"5' and should weigh a lot less, but I have never given up, which is not to say I haven't made plenty of bad choices. I admire your courage when you tell us how hard life can be, because those of us in your shoes recognize that truth. I'm glad you have people around you who are supportive of your efforts. People do make missteps and should that situation arise, there is no doubt in my mind, you WILL correct your course.

[@GERI1028]

Thank you for sharing and for your transparency!

[@karenlanteigne]

Thank you for sharing this Laura!! I do the same thing. You described it to a tee! Hopefuly you can get throught it. 🤗

[@susanpszenitzki3953]

I can so relate to everything you are saying. For me, it's been going off of carnivore for Thanksgiving. My rationale was "Well, I'm staying with all keto approved foods." But now I feel like I'm completely out of control. And I'm bloated as heck. I just can't keep myself away from the Keto cornbread or low carb pie. Oy. You would think I would just throw it all out so it isn't there anymore. But I haven't. It's exhausting. Thanks for sharing.

[@axamaxd2164]

Thank you for this transparency. I’m struggling so hard with cravings right now. Day 9 on carnivore and I relate to this 100! Irritability denying myself of the things I think will make my mind and body just “feel” better!

[@rhondac4957]

Your videos are helping me right now. I’ve been carnivore for 3 days and tonight it hit me. I ate 2 small strawberries and drank a ton of water. And some salt. I’m good now as your videos are my “sponsor call” Thank you! It’s hard during these holidays. I live with someone who scoffs at what I am doing and I see him struggling. I wish he would do it with me. But it’s time to take charge of my life and get healthy. This is a lifestyle!

[@Umby_chaser]

These internal dialogues are so spot on. Thanks for sharing so others remember they are not alone in this fight

[@randomsaltyperson1148]

Your addition and additude about food is exactly like mine and so many others here! You're putting the addiction in perfect order!

[@melbbb5673]

All of the self talk is exhausting! Thanks for just being real and showing us how it is - I can relate!

[@stephRN05]

I can totally relate the emotional food rollercoaster I’m glad you didn’t cheat I did enough for three people 🤦🏼‍♀️ paying for it now it makes me feel so horrible inflames my autoimmune disease one day of cheat and three weeks to recover 🥺 😩🥺

[@gl779]

From Linda....Thanks for sharing your experience about cravings. It’s hard to stay on target during the holidays and have had to fight those cravings myself. You are not alone. We are human and make mistakes. Just shake it off and get back on track is what I keep telling myself.

[@krussellgal]

I greatly admire you for being honest with yourself and vulnerable with us to share how your cravings affect you. One key action we can take is to have compassion for ourselves. Be kind to you!

[@rhonda2450]

Exactly what I needed to hear. Thank you for being so vulnerable, and saying what so many of us feel. #SugarAddictionIsReal

[@dataseeker1]

Thank you for this. Very honest and I completely have the same problems. Had a really bad day with cravings and needed this support. It really is an addiction to carbs

[@bobellis2912]

Hey Laura, great video and all so true. I just started carnivore and getting back to working out. Struggling a bit with both but videos like yours and my determination to NOT be a fat guy next summer keep me motivated. No doubt Gris time of year is the hardest. I have 2 office party and 3 Christmas gatherings to get through before the new year, ugh..... I guess if this was easy everyone would be fit. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@mrs.stocky2445]

I’m binge watching these videos today because I took my son to get his summer reading program prize which included a free blizzard from DQ…knowing he would eat only two bites and then we would have to chuck the rest of it. So I went in, smelled all the smells, watched him eat like four bites and then offer me the rest of it. I can not tell you how many times I told myself no one would know if I just had a bite or two. I threw it away and came home and drank a watermelon salt LMNT instead. It was so hard. All day I have thought about just grabbing a sweet treat, but I didn’t. I’m just hoping it gets better. I’m two weeks in and last week I stumbled twice…this week has been a long one but I resisted the leftover cupcakes from the 4th. If everyone in my house was on board it would be much easier, but having cupcakes in the fridge and Oreos in the pantry makes life hard right now…

[@lornaoyarce1355]

"I made a thousand decisions to say no." Thank you so much for all of this. It's the going to battle with the self that can be so hard. I am not yet full carnivore. I was in January but GAINED 8 pounds and have been feeling sorry for myself. I like avocados and almonds and that is what I cheat with. But I go through the whole war within countless times per day. Can you imagine how much more we could have achieved in our lives if we hadn't had this occupying so much of our brain space?

[@originalyummer]

I've been struggling . This helps. I watched a video of a carnivore who went on a 5 day binge and had a stroke. Scary

[@PhoenixQ]

Hugs to you. We all have difficulties in life. Thanks for being so ooen.