Fiber, Constipation, and Diet | Dr Anthony Chaffee

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Very commonly asked question is about whether you need fiber for digestion, and whether you'll get constipation on a carnivore diet. In fact, some get loose stools instead of constipation on Carnivore, and don't know why. Well, you're answers are here! Share this with others who you think it would help!
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[@anthonychaffeemd]

If anyone is able to mark out the time stamps for this episode, it would be very much appreciated! Please post them in a reply to this message if you are able to do it. Thank you very much!

[@utopiadweller]

1:03 fibre produces methane gas. Slows down digestion. 2:30 fibre blocks nutrient absorption. 3:55 in the 1980s, people stopped eating enough fat. 5:00 fibre harms you. 6:10 diverticulitis. 7:13 butyrate? It is available from other sources. 8:42 study on constipation. Bowel movements. 9:30 no experimental control trials vs. epidemiological studies. 11:00 fibre is cellulose like sawdust. 12:21 carnivore constipation? Or high absorption of food? 13:00 you’ll pass stool once or more or less in a week on carnivore diet. 14:10 fat is needed to soften stool. Eat high fat carnivore diet. 15:10 loose stool - lack of fat absorption. 16:33 coffee and sweeteners lead to loose stools. 17:59 reduce fat if loose stools continue. 19:00 summary 19:45 ox bile absorbs fat.

[@Isaac5123]

Is it possible to be in ketosis eating so much protein?

[@heavenbound7]

Luke 15:23 KJV Bible And bring hither the fatted calf, and kill it; and let us eat, and be merry:

[@anthonychaffeemd]

@@Isaac5123 absolutely

[@mikewoodward8532]

​@@heavenbound7 what about other Scriptures that say never to eat the fat of the meat?

[@traci4290]

I was vegan for over 10 years my health had to changed grossly. I literally had to stop my food business because half of my cartilage somehow disappeared from my left hip and they were throwing out hip surgery into the air at the doctors office. I’ve always been into doing everything natural, so I was on another quest to find out what was going on with my body. My oldest daughter introduced me to carnivore, and after one night of listening to all the carnivore doctors online, I jumped right in head first. My husband looked at me like I was nuts because I went from one extreme to the other. I was eating cheese and fish mostly at the beginning and then I started really bringing that meat in heavy and now I have been eating mostly meat. I love it. My brain works 100% better. My body works 100% better. I feel so much better and I’m so grateful forever grateful. I feel like I need to definitely share this with the world, because It has made A 365° difference in my life

[@solagratia8573]

That's awesome, very happy for you!! What is the prognosis with the missing cartilage in the hip? Is it better now?

[@peterhoatson]

Great story, keep going!

[@Sancho_Loco]

I think you mean 180. Cuz a 360 would put you back to where you started hahaha. 360 is a full circle…..

[@reneehunt906]

Did your body have withdrawals or oxalate dumping symptoms?

[@traci4290]

@@solagratia8573 I seem to be maintaining everything well. I’m very grateful.

[@christinaa1139]

Started carnivore diet 4 mos ago. I am 59 yrs old nurse and all of my colleagues think I am crazy. Even a doctor who is a picture of health with horrible labs. My doctor hasn`t discouraged me but not support me either. However, they agree my skin looks better along with weight loss. I no longer have arthritis pain and I have had 2 hand surgeries removing the trapezium from both hands. My husband is 65 and has washboard abs in 4 mos. Pretty sure we are not the crazy people!

[@repentjesusiscomingsoon1529]

Awesome, good job!

[@Psartz]

Well you are crazy

[@paulettejensen5099]

That's fantastic!! Follow your own path. You'll be the healthy one at the finish line!!!❤

[@pall5114]

First I’m very happy that you and your husband are doing and feeling better. The question remains in the short run It definitely seems beneficial but what is the long-term consequences of a strictly meat diet. I particularly suffer from constipation probably since childhood and a diabetic but considered well control to me means nothing a diabetic a diabetic.

[@MrWylis]

I've just bought half a cow, quarter of a pig, and 5kg of chicken. 100% carnivore starting tomorrow. Meat, salt, water.

[@1morevictim]

How it go mr w

[@ANewEvilRising]

You alive?

[@j7ndominica051]

And an industrial freezer.

[@wolfcruise]

Update !? 🙂

[@Onlylovelystuff]

Bro died?

[@myrna4445]

I love how you talk. It’s like a dad talking to his kids about safety 😊.

[@anthonychaffeemd]

Haha, I'll take that as a compliment!

[@BrianJones-im8ps]

I totally agree! I feel safe when I’m listening to his advice and his advice is working, I’ve never looked or felt better in my life.

[@kimk8890]

Soft spoken gentleman.

[@asan94214]

I thought I was the only one who felt this way! He's so gently soft spoken, its lovely lol

[@paulabulluck640]

Yes. Reminds me of Dr Berg - their delivery really draws you in. Their knowledge keeps you.

[@carolchism5742]

My husband 75 ( I am 70) is SO worried about my cholesterol because I eat meat, fat,cheese, milk from grass fed cows (or raw when I can), bacon, LOTS of eggs ( we raise our own)and more meat!!! He is constantly urging me to go to the doctor for a blood panel. When I was 65 I had a calcium score done and it was zero. The doctor said although my LDL was high ( 177) she saw no need to put me on a statin (of which I would not take!) My husband is on a statin, blood pressure meds, nitrogen tabs, and a couple other meds. I think I’ll keep eating meat!!!

[@geoattoronto]

You are fine. I hope you are joking in the last comment.

[@bonniecleveland3470]

Statins deprive your brain of fat of which it is made of. So many are put on it and now we there's an epidemic of alzheimers. Do you want to lose your memory & ability to care for yourself because pharmaceutical companies want to make $$$$? Brain washed people are hard to retrain.

[@MrKrueger88]

Sounds like your husband is ill informed , doesn't care or acknowledge what you do and will certainly die before you .

[@SuperOrdnung]

The bottom line is your husband is quite stupid, whereas you use common sense. You just may not be able to fix stupid.

[@FC-PeakVersatility]

All those medications your husband is taking are prescribed for diet related ailments. The carbs your husband is eating are far more harmful for him than those fats are for you

[@shanegallant9018]

There's one particular friend whom I pray sees this. You know who you are, and I hope you can forgive me for challenging your vegetarian/vegan beliefs, but I can't sit by while you deteriorate without at least trying to pass on this knowledge. Make your choices, and know that regardless what you choose, and how angry you may be at me, I'm still your friend. I just hope you can escape the constant pains you're experiencing. 🤗❤

[@lovelylotus2678]

My poor 21 year old son , 6’4, 210, former 275 football player, lives on laxatives, stool softeners, fiber stuff …Keeps loosing weight:( ….plant based . :((( I just started carnivore & hoping he will follow when he sees results. Thank you for this vital information! ❤️😊

[@life_is_the_proof_of_god]

That's why debating the big pharma big food sponsored vegan agenda is not some trivial flippant diversion but a serious fight and every parent's responsibility to protect our next generation from its brainwashing. My daughter is 3 y.o and on a carnivore diet but I don't know how long I can keep her on it before she develops her own mind and decides to go with the mainstream narrative

[@bettyausten9533]

How is he now?

[@BunE22]

My daughter was vegan and after years she started losing her hair. I told her she needs to eat meat. Then she added eggs and cheese but eventually added meat too.

[@luvfitall]

How is he now? How are you after 5months starting carni?

[@Isaac5123]

Fat he needs. Mct oil

[@jessicamurphy8817]

Stopping buying loaves of bread and not having sandwiches 5 times a week, best decision I ever made. My stomach is settled for the first time since I was 13. Been on animal based since March 2023. I'm 40 next birthday.

[@sigmapath1935]

This man is 100 percent correct. I have had ulcerative colitis for 8 years and at first when I got off sugar, it got a little better but I would still have terrible flare ups. When I cut out the fiber, my flare ups nearly disappeared. When I transitioned to all animal foods, it felt like I had awoken from an 8 year nightmare. Now I'm flare up free and feeling better than I ever did even before I got colitis.

[@frogsofindia]

I'm trying to convince my mom to go animal-based, as she has had ulcerative colitis for 8 years. But as a vegetarian for over 30 years, it is hard to convince her.

[@gnosis444]

same with mine luckily she eats more red meat now and using a subscription for delivery of grass fed meats @@frogsofindia

[@hcw199]

Did you stop all your medication for UC? Hope your still doing better!

[@off-meta-michael]

I did the same thing. Cut out sugar for 3 years. didn't solve it. Went carnivore and cured.

[@fabio.1]

Following

[@yarealdad]

Maybe 15 years ago I was recommended by a specialist to stop eating most vegetables for my gut health....I didn't listen, but it's all coming full circle now

[@eddiegarciajr6653]

Eating hamburger meat cheese and 4 eggs right now while watching this! Been feeling so energized these last 3 days… it’s insane. Never felt like this on carbs.

[@JimmyJohnson7077]

Stop the cheese

[@frogsofindia]

I was eating soooo many fruits and veggies as a vegan/vegetarian (I even ate 1 pound of leafy greens a day at one point!). Sooo much gas, bloating, and diarrhea. Now that I'm animal-based, I feel so much better - no more IBS!!!

[@SugarGotAlongway2catchme]

What do you eat in a day?

[@frogsofindia]

Generally: eggs and bacon for breakfast, ground beef for lunch, and steak for dinner. I still enjoy my black tea and hot chocolate (made with raw milk, no sweetener) and sometimes snack on homemade challah bread (made with Italian flour). It's hard not to indulge sometimes, and when I start getting digestive upset, I go back to a purer meat diet.

[@LordVestik]

Great to hear you're doing well, just some knowledge for you is that putting raw milk into your hot beverages like coffee or tea will actually heat/pasteurize the raw milk and defeat the purpose of the unpasteurized/raw milk. Just trying to help out!​@@frogsofindia

[@kcarter0265]

I’ve been very nervous about starting carnivore since I have IBS-D, but this gave me a knew understanding of my bodily functions and needs. I’m doing a lot of research before starting, but I’m praying it’s the answer to my health problems.

[@MezzaLoey]

Carnivore cured my ibs-d

[@notafan6]

Update?

[@kcarter0265]

@@notafan6 so it’s been a slow process. I started by cutting out all processed foods. The last two weeks I’ve been on “moderate” keto, and this week I start by cutting down my carbs even more. I’ve had some variations in my bowel movements, nothing severe, and actually no IBS flairs yet. Im excited to keep moving along and see what changes or improves!

[@notafan6]

@@kcarter0265 awesome job! Come back and update every month! And remember us when you're famous!

[@Bren689]

Good luck​@@kcarter0265

[@k9cop68]

When I developed gastrointestinal problems, all my doctors kept pushing on me was more fiber, more fiber, more fiber, more water, more fiber, more water, more vegetables, more fiber, more water, more vegetables…… Ugh 🤦🏻‍♂️ If there’s ONE profession that requires empathy, objectivity, integrity, imagination, thinking outside the box, it’s the medical field.

[@anthonychaffeemd]

Yeah I agree, and to look at things objectively and see that when you recommend the same thing and the same bad result happens, that you should stop making that recommendation. And yet they don't, they say "imagine how bad it would be you got DIDN'T listen to me!" It's bad

[@k9cop68]

@@anthonychaffeemd Indeed. It has reeked havoc on my confidence in the medical industry, I mean field.

[@anthonychaffeemd]

@@k9cop68 yeah, I have serious concerns there as well

[@jo-annel.wright2975]

Things will change as more medical professionals start to listen to their intuition, patients, and question the 'science'. Patient...means we have to be patient with those we see in medical profession as they, like most of us, are caught between their programming and their intuition. And most alternative healers still promote plant based eating. To date I have consulted with only one naturapath who advocated for meat based eating. She also recommended a host of tests which my then doctor begrudgingly gave me a referral for with the statement that naturapaths don't know everything so I assumed she meant doctors have superior knowledge... The upshot: The doctor sent me to a psychologist for my undiagnosed spasmodic dysphonia and the naturapath recommend a thyroid ultrasound which revealed three growths. The doctor said come back in six months to retest my blood sugars and if they are still high she would prescribe medication the naturapath recommended a ketogenic diet. The naturapath detected depression, anxiety, ocd, adhd and autism in my emotional body, and thyroid, detoxification and heart issues in my physical body. Meat based eating seems to calm all those farms but what do I know I am not a doctor. All good I am a specialist in me, myself and I so I shall scaffold my health with the wisdoms of other self-specialising people. We need to teach all health professionals to hear us and treat us as a category of one rather than one of a category.

[@JimmyJohnson7077]

​@@anthonychaffeemdhigh mate what's your opinion on stevia

[@TheHoth1]

I see children who have processed food as their diet, took ADHD meds and have constipation. Instead of recommending easing off the adhd medication and or improving their diet, the doctor recommended Metamucil. After months of taking Metamucil, there was no improvement. Then the doctors prescribed laxative, These are 9 and 10 years old children. I despise the current medical system/standard of care. They suck so much I completely opted out of it. Started eating a meat based diet. Three years without seeing a doctor and no medication. Happy as a clam:) Lost 30 pounds and gained lean muscles.

[@ThomasMitche11]

Yeah I thought when I went carnivore I'd have constipation issues but I've had no problems at all. My previous high fibre diet was an absolute disaster. My gut was destroyed

[@vanamarkarian]

U eat a lot of fat??

[@blessings007]

Me too.

[@gbolt111]

Agree with this. Same thing happened to me. All those talks about oats being healthy for you is a pure lie!

[@SugarGotAlongway2catchme]

My gut is destroyed :( so bloated when I eat plant foods . I’ve finally had enough

[@bk7278]

It’s great to have doctors finally telling us the truth

[@patrickvanmeter2922]

I don't think they have been lying. Most of them haven't studied the subject. It is hard to change old habits.

[@JuJu916JuJu]

Right before the end times lol

[@michaelkoniowsky]

Anthony has saved my life!!!! I hope one day he gets recognized for being honest and not pushing money making agendas. Love you Anthony!!!! 🤜🤛

[@gate7551]

Wow I call this my FREEDOM DIET❤

[@SuperBotanica]

1.5 years ago I ended up in the hospital for an emergency operation of the appendix. The surgeon then told me that I needed to eat more fiber. I'm refraining from commenting because at the time I was on a ketogenic diet and eating 200g of salad every day. After recovery I switched to carnivore

[@user-rb3zh6sz1b]

Wow that happened to me too, spent all my life eating tons of plant food, had my appendix removed at age 63 and the surgeon said I hadn't been eating enough fibre 🙄

[@tlothompson6935]

I went on a "healthy" kick for 2 years after watching multiple documentaries like fork over knives. Started eating heavy amount of fiber and plants. Had my appendix removed right after that period. Also, ate a sub right after surgery (Grains, fiber, with some vegetables) and had terrible pains. Later learned this is the worst thing to eat after surgery (wonder why). Now that I'm learning about the carnivore diet it all makes sense.

[@tallcedars2310]

I know I can't eat plants after going carnivore recently. Decades of constipation and a year of green smoothies did me in and almost blocked the bowels. Had to take laxatives to get the final plant foods through and now BM are easy and pain free. I was at wits end with constipation until I heard about the carnivore diet. I was on it the very next day, best thing I ever did!

[@sheilacollins9384]

I can really relate to this video. I was a vegetarian for 25 years and began suffering from constipation alternating with loose stools, plus frequent abdominal pain in my 40s. It got worse as I reached my 60th year. At that time I became interested in fasting to lose weight (i'd also put on some lbs in the meantime) and stumbled into keto. That was 2018 and I committed to it for a year. I did lose weight but I was surprised that all of my abdominal problems seemed to go away too. Great. But then I experienced the death of a loved one and went into a tailspin. I stopped eating for a while due to the depression and when I got out of that I just began eating whatever I wanted; heavy carbs, even some junk food. That lasted through the covid years. I noticed my abdominal issues coming back and this time with a vengeance. By the beginning of 2022 I was in pain so often that my daily life was negatively impacted. I began to dread eating anything, knowing the effects. I also began noticing blood so I finally got (the dreaded) colonoscopy. OMG, they cut out like 10 polyps, 2 of which were quite large (and "very old"). It was an awful experience but within 2 days I felt like a new person! No cancer was detected. My system was back to normal! To celebrate I went totally overboard on eating whatever I wanted. But then I found myself gainjng way too much. So back to keto I go! Since December 2022 I've lost 15 lbs and since I've been doing 85% carnivore, with plenty of fat, my digestion and elimination feels practically perfect. I really screwed myself up with 40 years of too much processed food and fiber!

[@rachelmagill1536]

Did you eat eggs and butter or just fatty meats?

[@cstuartdc]

I can relate too. Terrible IBS for decades. My transit time from mouth to toilet is about 2.5 hours. I started carnivore 5 days ago and although not perfect - instead of pooping 8-12X/day, it's 2X/day. My IBS was never so bad as when I did Forks Over Knives for 6 weeks.

[@conleyyoakum4784]

My diet was very similar to your last mentioned one but I noticed blood in my stool and after a colonoscopy found one polyp that was cancerous. After all of the usual chemotherapy, radiation, surgery then follow up chemo I’m now cancer free. Sadly I’ve been plagued with diarrhea since then (2008) and I’ve struggled with “cures” that all emphasized high fibre. I’m thinking carnivore maybe will be a success (?).

[@rontiemens2553]

Stopping intake of fiber is one of the best things I have ever done nutritionally. Haven’t had any in almost two years. I have never felt better.

[@spillledcarryout]

I love Dr. Chaffee. He is just a beast and smart as hell. I would like to see him and Dr. Berry in a podcast. Sorry guys, late to the game. Just started carnivore about 1.5 weeks ago and these videos of his are answering my questions very well.

[@pera06]

You're killing it. Changed my life. Now mom is also on board and healing fast. Whenever doubts arise, I listen to you and they disappear. We both thank you deeply.

[@hazelnut9636]

Same ❤

[@doutormaraldi]

Great stuff thanks man. Brazilian carnivore doctor here. I think exactly same way

[@Koontah]

You speak with the voice of an angel! I have struggled with fiber for YEARS. Severe gas, a very noisy system that kept me up at night, cramps in the morning... just a general feeling of lethargy and pain all because I tried to be a good little human and eat my veggies. I had to stop eating broccoli because it was among the worst of culprits. Cabbage because the stomach monster. I didn't dare touch kale. I started out keto and have reduced my diet to keto-vore; I still eat some veggies like mushrooms and olives and peppers. But for the most part, it's all the meat I can get my hands on. And yet, at the back of my mind, I was wondering if I needed fiber. so, THANK YOU, Dr Chaffee!! You have set me free!

[@kathleenreyes4345]

This makes sense because it does cause problems for me!! And always has!!

[@jeffhaney841]

I really enjoy your lessons. I'm 66, started carnivore two months ago and I'm feeling great. It makes me very excited for the future. Thank you.

[@kayeszymanski6945]

Thanks Dr. Chafee!! I was having terrible constipation about 5.5 years ago. My gastroenterologist told me to take psyllium husk fiber and have 100 grams fiber per day. I mistakenly followed her advice. Nope not great results. Made it 10x worse. Then I found ketogenic woe and then carnivore. Feel better in my 50’s than I ever did in my 20’s 🎉

[@ThriveAtelier143]

What a freedom that we don’t need fiber, it’s like birthday every freaking meal.

[@meggarstang6761]

That’s how I feel about carnivore. Meal planning is a snap, no groceries go to waste, and I don’t need to feel guilty about being such a lousy cook. Such freedom!

[@cathycallendar7982]

I know, right? 😂😂😂😂

[@xu7el]

OMG, I’m grateful I found your channel, everything you just spoke about makes so much sense to me, I was very close to have diverticulitis because I can’t digest food high in fiber, for example quinoa makes me very ill, I’m lactose and wheat intolerant, so I just started 3 months of carnivore diet thanks to you. I’m excited to feel the benefits. Cheers from Australia 🐨🇦🇺

[@CasperChicago]

I was on fiber for over twelve years and constantly constipated with all that NON-USABLE, NON-NUTRITIONAL stuff inside me. You hammered us with no fiber, but we hear the contrary from every doctor that fiber will solve digestive and gastro problems. It's like telling diabetics that they can eat fruit 👍🏾

[@Psartz]

Yes diabetic can eat fruit if they don't eat or drink processed sugary foods..I am diabetic I eat a lot of fruit.

[@doowopbabyt]

Great video! I’m 78 and just started my carnivore 8/6/22. I’ve had problems with constipation all my life EXCEPT when I was drinking a six pack or more of beer every day. When I stopped drinking some years ago the problem came right back. I am very hopeful about this carnivore way of eating. I also have coronary artery disease. I still drink coffee with a shot of heavy cream. People may say I’m crazy but I get it. Thanks for sharing your time and knowledge. Gary in South Carolina USA 🇺🇸

[@karenreaves3650]

I am not ready to give my coffee up either, I enjoy black iced coffee when it’s hot, and frothy with heavy cream and pure Monk fruit extract for a treat.

[@fabio.1]

👍

[@majafleur9646]

This guy is as lovely as he looks and sounds.

[@joannarippon3910]

I just began watching your content and love how no nonsense you are about nutrition. I love the “sciency” aspect of it. Grew up eating meat heavy, animal fats (bacon grease, beef tallow) with a little veg and potato. No health issues. In the 80’s we all were tricked. Weight piled on despite the “professionals” telling us how to eat healthy. I’m amazed how easy I was fooled. Thinking our bodies “needed” all the cr*#. Im so grateful I found Keto in 2017 and fixed my health BY MYSELF. No mumbo-jumbo. EAT. THE. MEAT. 😂Fool me no more!

[@michelleduncan9965]

AMEN Joann. I'm a retired RN & I'm working on repairing my metabolic health. Big pharma & the FDA are evil as can be. They fooled lotsa people.

[@shaefrith7263]

I have a friend who fell off the toilet and broke her wrist because she was straining so hard to get poop out that she actually passed out! The doctor told her to increase her fibre.. I told her to decrease it but couldn't explain why so I'm very thankful I can now show her this video.

[@sugoiharris1348]

That’s intense. Yikes.

[@w1975b]

@Betty Amber salt flushes do the same, iirc, as movicol

[@w1975b]

Did your friend listen to Dr. Chaffee's advice/info? If not, go to pubmed and search - Stopping or reducing dietary fiber intake reduces constipation and its associated symptoms

[@jimmycain8669]

Probably drunk too

[@iykyk000]

Dr.Chaffee is the only carnivore channel I follow. The most legit information out there.

[@gonorrheagasparini6074]

Check out Dr. Ken Berry

[@majafleur9646]

Agreed. And so gentle and mild mannered.

[@MiguelAngel-jp6xo]

Every video I watch makes me feel more stupid. Before going carnivore I even used to take a fiber tablet daily. I’m so glad I found all this information. Thank you very much for your videos, I really appreciate them.

[@brucemckay6615]

You’re not stupid… like most of us you’re a victim of the brainwashing of the bullshit (nutrition) industry…. At least one you’re on the right track….

[@lisareiter5368]

If you were stupid, you wouldn't change when something isn't working. We're all doing the best we can with the knowledge we have at the time. The tricky part is figuring out who to trust.

[@ezekielgallardo8385]

I’ve been lied to my whole life!!! Thanks for spreading the truth.

[@jonathonryback6723]

Your absolutely correct on the absorption rate on carnivore. The size of my bowl movements has greatly shrunk despite eating 2 to 3 pounds of meat a day. From my experience my body is just sucking it all up and using it. No constipation at all and no loose stools.

[@Tammar_Tammy]

You cracked me with the ‘it can stay there until Christmas’ 😂 and I don’t even celebrate Christmas 😜 This video is brilliant! I added it to my ‘for skeptics’ playlist, and will share it whenever people tell me carnivore is no good for me cos I don’t eat fibres. Especially to someone I know, that has constipation, and her doctor told her to eat more oats 🤦🏽‍♀️ Thank you so much for this video! 💜

[@anthonychaffeemd]

Haha I'm glad you liked it! And thank you very much for sharing, I hope they get something out of it as well!

[@betsydurham9067]

Yeah I don’t celebrate either but I too found it funny 😂

[@Tammar_Tammy]

@@betsydurham9067 😂😂😂

[@jo-annel.wright2975]

I love Dr Chaffee's turn of phrase too and not just because I love the Christmas season. I would like to share this video with those who still believe the fibre, fat, vegetarian and force-feeding myths but I done with hitting the brick wall of their beliefs...not to mention their 'blockage'.

[@BQ900]

He’s getting better. It used be like talking to my doctor. What? Neuro what? Peris what? Yes it’s more dumbed down for me and more interesting.

[@nevinkuser9892]

Thank you man. You really have our back and we’ve got yours in return 🙏🏼

[@candybrown3785]

Wow probably one of the "BEST" explanation on the subject of "fiber" My lower back was always hurting from so much plant foods, grains, nuts, seeds, vegetables, and fruit of so much fiber in my stomach. But kept thinking this is what they say to eat. Now I have been focusing on animal products only, no plants at all. Thanks for the info on fat to determine to add or pull back. How we've been fooled and suffering for years. Thank you for your knowledge and sharing this for everyone 👍💗

[@reneehunt906]

Same! I’ve had lower back pain and I think all along it was the oxalates!

[@paulinemurray2365]

Thank you so much Dr Chaffee I have been on strict carnivore now, other than coffee, for a few weeks I have no gallbladder and I have gone through some of the issues you mentioned. In the beginning I thought I was constipated and so I added more fat, but after listening to you I realized I was not constipated. After adding more fat my stool is very loose and you’ve addressed that also so thank you very much.

[@msrawynn]

Hi Pauline, I just started carnivore and also don’t have a gallbladder. Could you give an example of your meal plan for a day? Think I’m eating too much protein and not enough fat…but eating a stick of butter is unthinkable for me. Your feedback would be graciously appreciated.

[@karenreaves3650]

@@msrawynnYou can add ghee or tallow, bacon fat, Dr Ken Berry has videos on the gall bladder, your liver ducts takeover.

[@msrawynn]

@@karenreaves3650 awesome…thank you! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@HansSchmidtUnfoldingStone]

Thank you for your work! I have been experimenting with keto for a few years and keto carnivore for a few weeks and my longstanding IBS is healing. If I keep improving at this rate, I am going to be totally free of abdominal pain by the end of the year. No more plants for me, except morning coffee. Meat, eggs, cheese are healing me!

[@sunquest2]

This video is exactly what I needed to see, I have been on carnivore for five months and I’ve lost 50 pounds. I feel like I am in my 30s again, but I am turning 63 in a few months. I feel so much better but I still drink my coffee with honey, and I still drink lots of Diet Cokes every day. You have described my symptoms to a T. I will be working hard to start drinking water only. Thank you for these videos Dr.

[@dianne0rama]

Hard hitting facts coming at you for 20 mins

[@marina2mar]

Super helpful video! I'm 3 months carnivore, with 1 espresso every other day. My one year allergy to cold seems to retreat as well as other women health issues, my energy is back and my teeth started to get better, before carnivore my tooth tips where translucent and very fragile. Can't thank you enough for the effort you do to share with us all the knowledge you have for healthy life 🙏🏻

[@intelligenthumanhealth1580]

Gratitude Dr. Anthony Chaffee!!!

[@caninecoach2223]

My absolute favorite carnivore resource is you Dr Chaffee...... Thank you for giving all this great information in ways that are easily understood and most importantly remembered 🤗

[@thesecondopiniondentist-1081]

You know ,doc when I sometimes try to refer other MDs to your channel and to other 180 degree docs work , they say they would love to but they have no time . My reply is : well you don't have time because you don't do the right thing and therefor cure no one. What you preach makes a lot of common sense as well as medical ditto. As usual very good and sound medical advice . Thank you .

[@cathy3701]

Great explanation. I had IBS-C all my life; I'm 65. I found carnivore almost 2 years ago. I am no longer constipated. I have MS and it is now quiescent. My self experiment using fruits and vegetables to "cure" my bloating and constipation caused undue suffering. Very grateful to have found carnivore; wish I had learned of it years ago. Dr. Chaffee, I think a conversation between you and Dr. Rhonda Patrick would be fascinating.

[@jenniesmith90]

I was exactly like you. Life long suffer from IBS, constipation and autoimmune. All the doctors told me to eat more fruits and vegetables. My physical and mental health declined year after year to a point I wasn't going to live no more. I change changed to canivore plus little bit rice, white bread. All my illnesses disappeared. Its like a miracle.

[@christinamaiorano3247]

Thank you Dr. Chaffee for this awesome video. It truly came at the perfect time. My friend suffers from chronic fatigue and IBS. I've been trying to tell her that she doesn't need fiber. I have now shared your video with her in the hopes it will shed some light and I can convince her that fiber is making her feel worse!

[@alexanderheyworth3242]

VERY informative, particularly re diverticulosis/diverticulitis.

[@crackerjackcarnivore]

I haven't had constipation since I have been following the carnivore diet (almost a year and four months now) and following Dr. Chaffee's advice. I used to alway have constipation and sometimes hard as a rock. This presentation is the best talk on this subject that I ever heard and most true to me. I can't thank you enough Dr. Chaffee.

[@EyesOnCarnivore]

Happy, seventh world annual carnivore month to all ❤

[@CAM-fq8lv]

Have to agree with the last post. You have a very mellifluous voice. Soft and pleasant, well-paced. AND, your information is so spot on. Carnivore has saved me from so many GI problems. My fave is lamb chops and lamb liver. So yummy!

[@anisotropicplus]

I appreciate your knowledge and your graphic descriptions really help. All of us have to eat and pass waste. Everything you say makes logical sense. Thanks for sharing.

[@paulinedawber3306]

Good to hear you Dr. Chaffee, thank you 🙏 🙏

[@beebee-up6ps]

this man is life saving

[@KARIS1961]

I need that tee shirt. No grains, no plants, no problems. ❤️

[@murielbrown3013]

Why am I so constipated on carnivore? I eat extra fat but it seems to make no difference, really frustrated with this problem.

[@reversiontothemean6129]

I admit I was worried about not going as much at first (very little 2 times per weeks). I am 14 days in. But, I am still constantly losing weight even so. It all makes sense now.

[@lloydhlavac6807]

I recently did 3 months straight of carnivore with no problems at all with constipation. Then I went off strict carnivore, due to a relative's birthday celebration, and have eaten more stuff with fiber in it. Within a week I had troubles with constipation, including a bit of a problem today, though I am now cutting back down on the stuff I was eating with fiber in it.

[@Aliciaskinsecret]

So direct and easy to understand. Really love that I found your wonderful educational videos. Going carnivore almost 4 months now 98% carnivore it’s really changed my digestive system, my mood, my sleep, my hormones. I can’t wait to see what else it will do in the future. Ive had CIRIS since birth and I can only imagine if I was eating this way from the beginning it wouldn’t have been so extreme. Hopefully it can reverse some of the damage over time. I have never eaten for fat or protein but I’ve always craved it so now that I can eat it without feeling guilt I know why I was craving it so bad because my body needed it.

[@luvfitall]

Did you try this? How did the fat and carnivore diet work?

[@Aliciaskinsecret]

@@luvfitall this December marks a full year going full animal based. Before that I always ate clean foods not junk. Exercise regularly, outside light, no phones before bed. I really tried to be healthy. Anyways before trying this way of eating I never thought my diet before could be causing my health issues. One yr into animal base I’m certain those plants caused me 80% of my problems.

[@luvfitall]

@@Aliciaskinsecret thank you so much. Ugh! It’s so hard to retrain the mind. Plus I feel like I would get so bored and crave everything. I don’t want to eat the same thing for the rest of my life is the problem. I want variety😩

[@Aliciaskinsecret]

@@luvfitall that’s great that you do though as that means your not sick like I was and I’d never wish that on anyone. I never want to be as sick as I was ever again it lasted to long. I’m now 42 and need to live a good life. I don’t crave anything in my past because of what it did to me. So for you to not feel that way means you still healthy & strong and doing good. I don’t think this diet has to be for everyone just depends on what going on with the individual

[@luvfitall]

@@Aliciaskinsecret Oh it’s bad. I def need to do something , it just sucks and I am scared .

[@orangeswell1469]

Very good to hear all that together in one video! I just finished 40 days carnivore. Now I'm trying 40 days without coffee. Day 4, and the diherria is GONE BABY! 🎉

[@TheArtisticGardener777]

I definitely was getting loose stool and didn’t realize it was the coffee. I love my coffee and can’t quite bring myself to give it up, but if it continues to give me diarrhea, something’s gotta “give”😊. But lately, I’m still drinking coffee, and no diarrhea, but the opposite problem…haven’t gone in a few days! I’m comforted hearing you say this is normal, and even optimal, and makes sense, but still alarming, and not what I’m used to. I’ve always eating a lot of fiber and had “regular”(substantial😊) bowel movements. I can see where this is over working the organ, not to mention causing bloating and weight gain, inflation and everything else. I have seen so many positive effects from going carnivore that I am convinced! I took my dog off garbage kibble because of this and put her on straight, raw carnivore, and I think it’s saved her life. I’m just stubborn, and I want to continue drinking my coffee, and if I’m not having diarrhea, I feel like I can do so. I know you would advise against this. But I also want to “go”, so…more fat I suppose(which may divert my coffee plans), we’ll see. Also, it’s interesting how negatively you speak of fiber because your body doesn’t use it and just passes it, but you speak of fat in the same way, we only absorb a limited amount of it, then it passes through us. Seems like you’re just trading fiber for fat? Anyway, great results, you’re living proof, and I’m hoping to due similar!❤

[@baguscui]

Thanks doc! 7 days after less fiber, my colon pain 95 % is gone

[@jasonscott8495]

So well explained. So obviously true. Now if only you could convince all the other doctors and nutritionists...

[@donindri]

I remember those potato chips. Bought some by accident, they were half price. Got sick to my stomach before I ate 1/3 of the bag. That’s when I realized I bought the chips that I had seen a warning about! Thanks for posting

[@jackiesmith-nq8in]

Appendix is not a vestigial organ It holds gut bacteria in case you have serious case of the runs It replenishes gut bacteria especially when you're young. You can live without, but it does have a function. It may do other things that I don't know about. I would like you to check out what I'm talking about so, you can see for your self.

[@sarahwind7283]

I love the way you communicate, articulating each answer plainly to the standard objections. Wow! I'm off fiber now after 24 years of suffering from IBS, both types and being told I needed more fiber. Other than suffering occasionally from eating fructose presumably, I'm 90 percent better. I still avoid all FODMAPs or fried food.

[@jab3323]

Don't ever go away anthony. So great to look to you for advice.

[@anthonychaffeemd]

Thank you so much, that's really nice of you to say! I will certainly try to stick around as long as people find what I'm saying useful

[@rmwilliams8193]

Plastic bags are my favourite snack though

[@Bodhiutah1977]

What I really like about Dr Chaffee is the way he explains, confirms and reinforces his point. Thank you brother for all your information. Admittedly I'm still drinking coffee, 1-2 cups black per day at most. Lifting heavy n strict feeling great.

[@annaburns5382]

i'm glad that I discovered you not too long ago. You have said things that I needed to hear. I have been eating carnivore for about 4 years, but have been 'cheating' a little bit....enough to not get full benefit from the carnivore way of eating. So, I'm being more restrictive. I was wondering, do you eat eggs, butter, cheese, and or half n half at all? Also, do you only eat beef, or other animal proteins as well? Thanks for your good info.

[@darkpatches]

Look for his interviews on other channels for your answers, if the doc doesn't respond.

[@christinaa1139]

Don`t think of carnivore as restrictive. Think of it as freedom to health!

[@desh7120]

Dr Chaffee eats eggs (but I don’t think it’s regularly). He very occasionally will have a modest serving of cheese with his meat, which is largely beef. He does include salmon and pork, but only very occasionally. The bulk of his diet is beef. He eats butter on leaner cuts of meat.

[@deanmccauley1752]

@@desh7120 Thanks, I'm having the IBS issues and Celiacs can't tolerate any Wheat, I go from one extreme to the other when pooping and gas pains. Had the CT scan of gut and A colonoscopy and all test results come back fine so they diagnosed me as having IBS and have me on meta mucil and miralax, I'm not getting better, I do long distance bicycling would I replaced my carbohydrates ( sugar) for when on the bike with fat for long distance energy, we use sugar and salt think like Gatorade but higher doses of sugar and salt 50 miles in 4.5 hrs on a mountain bike up to 100 degrees in Florida

[@tinamarzullo8868]

What do I do for my 85 year old father whose drs keep recommending fiber and he ends up in hospital after bleeding out? Than they give him the “ rest “ and liquid diet then soft food diet over and over again. It’s killing him and he won’t listen bc I’m Not the doctor….

[@carolrheaume3839]

My Mom ate a high fiber diet all her life. She had a weight problem, she moved her bowels a few times everyday, and she died of colon cancer. 😪😪😪

[@klloyd3530]

I’m eating nearly 150 grams of fat daily and I’m now 28 pounds overweight from a 7 pound weight gain on carnivore, (full disclosure the first two weeks I was eating too much heavy cream, cream cheese, and butter.) I’ve got a pebbly stool and low motility at 74 yo. I am afraid to eat more fat than I am. My macros put my protein at 23-28%, incidental carbs at 0-5%, the rest fats. Question: do I STILL need more fat?

[@geraldinehall3480]

Thanks for answering these questions for me! There is so much info being pushed about fiber for gut health, and you cleared it up for me.😉

[@anthonychaffeemd]

Glad that it helped!

[@armir_ko]

12:19 This was me the past week except that I wasn't freaking out. I was meat-based since a year ago, eating meat, eggs, dairy, and fruit (no veggies), and was going 1-2 times a day. Since I started strict carnivore 2 weeks ago, I sometimes go 48hrs without going. The longest was 96hrs, and the reason I wasn't freaking out is because I knew I wasn't constipated. I wasn't bloated, my belly wasn't protruding [like it usually would when I ate fiber (fruit)]. The strangest thing is that I've actually lost weight, lost fat to be more specific, mainly around the midsection. The 98% absorption rate explains the fat loss. I was wondering how is it that I'm going so rarely, yet the scale keeps showing me a smaller number.

[@dawnskowronski8050]

Your body is using it so you will have less waste.

[@anthonychaffeemd]

Yes exactly! Your body is using all of this efficiently, and will stop you from overeating by making things stop tasting as good, so you'll lose weight and gain muscle in ideal ratios

[@vivianabernal7894]

Do you eat any nuts? thanks!

[@armir_ko]

@@vivianabernal7894 No.

[@Jane-pe4iw]

Brilliant. I don't understand why my dad, who has diabetes, was told to cut out the sugar in his coffee, but also not told to stop eating cereal which has a ton of sugar. He takes artificial sweetener. I called and said get up early, go for breakfast, have eggs and bacon instead of the cereal in your room, and skip the sweetener. The doctor sees his high a1c and does not try to make him change the carbs. Why?! Bacon is bad, says the doctor.

[@RoseDecepida78]

I didn't have a movement in two days on carnivore and listening to this made me go lol

[@nataliesmith3205]

You are a blessing. Thank you.

[@SuperBotanica]

I'm not ready to give up my coffee yet

[@foxyauragems6146]

I’ve had a friend YELL at me that fiber is MUCH NEEDED. It’s been rough 😮

[@spanishpeaches2930]

It's been rough-age, you mean : )

[@tonytheturtle]

Quick note. Isolate the mic from the vibrations on the table. The banging is quite loud and distracting. Other than that, great info.

[@sarahmarquez2558]

Dr. Chaffee, I can’t eat high fat because I have bile gastritis and it makes me very nauseous and have horrible reflux. I also have slow motility. I was previously carnivore for 6 months and despite electrolytes, magnesium supplements, moderate fat, and water/exercise, I was constipated and when I did have a BM it was not soft and there was straining. I couldn’t take it anymore and added in fiber again and finally things regulated. But back on veggies and fruits, my health declined. So I’m trying carnivore again but I’m backed up yet again. 😢 It’s so frustrating. I feel like an anomaly in the carnivore space. Any advice?

[@domagojJugovic]

If it is any help, my experinece with carnivore is also getting constipated, but I am constipation prone, I keep it in check for months and months but if I go full carnivore usualy I get into trouble, like anomaly you say, because every carnivore poop talk is about how you get "disaster pants" dhiarea

[@MrZeus1948]

Dr. Chaffee, I love your videos. I've been carnivore for a year and I'm sold. I have one important request. Please mount your microphone away from the table. It is causing constant booming from your hands on the table or your contact with the table. It will make your videos much more pleasant to listen to. Thank you for your consideration.

[@melissahauptmeier1446]

Hi Dr Chaffe, so happy to have found you! I started out keto, transitioned into ketovore, and now on week 2 of carnivore. To have to eliminate alcohol, keto sweeteners, dairy and coffee is just too much for me to handle at this point. I’ve almost eliminated dairy not even being sure wether or not it’s hard on me but with my history of SIBO and inflammation it’s probably a good idea. I did break down one night and have a glass of red wine as well as a keto approved dessert. I am still having coffee and trying to go most days without the stevia but it’s been quite difficult. When you said eliminate artificial sweeteners did you mean stevia as well? I was a frequent pooper for years and the closer I get to Carnivore the less I poop. In these past 2 weeks I’ve averaged once or twice a day and then every 3rd day will skip a day which is unheard of for me. I can’t help but wonder if I eliminated coffee would I poop even less? I was diagnosed with SIBO almost 6 yrs ago and would assume I don’t have it with these diet changes but don’t know for sure. I recently heard eggs aren’t good if you have SIBO due to high sulfur. I eat a lot more eggs after getting on the keto spectrum so would be really disappointed to have to give those up. Thank you so much for all you do!!😃

[@bibliotecaluigabriel3265]

How are your bowel movements, did they got any better?

[@PickyNiki]

Thank you for this info! I am 4 days into Carnivore. Suffered with lazy bowel syndrome for years now. Prior to starting Carnivore I was eating lazy keto and went 8 days with no bowel movement. This feels revolutionary!!!!

[@ladybugblue]

I'm glad I watched again. Always learn something 😊 my guts are still all messed up. I can't eat much of fat or meat. So still underweight and poor health. In a wheelchair with severe extreme osteoporosis, broken...

[@midlifemagick1983]

Thank you for another informative and highly entertaining video, Dr Chaffee. There were a few times I laughed out loud (loved the plastic bag analogy, as well as "It can stay in there until Christmas...". Priceless!). My husband and I were always curious what happened to fat consumed in excess of our body's daily need, and I think you were one of the first people we found who addressed that question (in another video a while back). So thank you for all the info. Love your engaging style! 👍

[@lemon_j]

What was the answer?

[@erichardson8811]

​@@lemon_jthe meat is absorbed by the body..it doesn't turn to waste to dispel..the body uses 98% of tge meat you eat.."waste-d" food is unabsorbed by the body and dispelled out the body..makes so much sense..than what we were taught and believed for so many years..smh

[@lisareiter5368]

He said it'll come out as loose stools.

[@anthonychaffeemd]

Sorry, everyone, this was supposed to a Premier... My bad.

[@herschelesrxdialysissparta2391]

great video but still never said anything about dialysis patients..can we chat some how?

[@anthonychaffeemd]

@@herschelesrxdialysissparta2391 you can hit me up on Instagram if you want to chat, or of you wanted to set up a formal consultation you can email me at [e-mail] But I have seen people come off dialysis on Carnivore after several months. Carnivore and high animal protein makes kidneys stronger, not weaker

[@cindyhesse5196]

​@@anthonychaffeemdThen why is there now protein in my urine, hydronephrosis in my ureter, eGFR going down, creatinine getting higher, and they're telling me I'm now stage 3a?? Been carnivore a year. I'm scared

[@rickrab842]

Very helpful. liked and subscribed. It's my 8th day of the carnivore diet. Aside from the diarrhea, I am experiencing heart palpitations and am going to search your videos for info on that. From my research already, I am finding people saying that the electrolytes are probably off. Thank you for your work.

[@RM-jo8gy]

Yet another amazing discussion by Dr Chaffee. Had someone the other day arguing with me about fiber. Just shy of 30 days on carnivore and feel great.

[@stevedale25]

Great topic to cover. I feel I have an argument for this now when I’m criticised. Would love to see a vid like this on Vit C too please :)

[@Neddy540]

+1

[@Coco-ub8wc]

This clip gave me the exact information that I have been searching for. Thankyou so much for explaining so clearly the issues and the reasons things happen.

[@Bodhiutah1977]

Dr C you are the man, i feel awesome, not looking too shabby either, feel strong as an Ox again. You also answer everything and with absolute solid confidence, all my worries and fearss have disappeared, thank you sir.