What Can I Drink on a Carnivore Diet? Electrolytes to Alcohol and Everything In Between!

One of the questions that I get asked the most is "what do you drink?" There are things that can be obviously Yes and No with Carnivore, in this video, I show some examples and then also talk about the ones somewhere in the middle. Water, electrolytes, diet drinks, tea, coffee, alcohol, green drinks, milk, heavy cream, energy drinks, and many more are mentioned in this video.
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[@RedHotFiat]

Thanks for this great round-up! I grew up in the 50s. The only thing we had in our refrigerator was milk. If we went out for breakfast we could have a glass of milk or orange juice, but it was fresh squeezed and it was a very small glass, like 6 or 8 oz. If we were thirsty we drank water. There were never soft drinks in the house. My parents drank coffee but kids weren't allowed to have it. I never liked it anyway. There are too many choices now and that is part of the problem. Too much marketing telling us we deserve a break today.

[@LilCraftyNook]

The sugar industry is very greedy and doesn’t give a d**** about our health.

[@Lovepeacejoy..]

I forgot about the tiny juice glass from childhood! Everything is jumbo now…

[@pennylacombe4763]

@@Lovepeacejoy.. and I remember those tiny glasses having only fresh squeezed orange juice in them. Everyone had one of those orange juice squishers in the kitchen. I’m from NewYork and those oranges had to be expensive and difficult to get ( unless a relative brought them back on the train from their Miami getaway). The American food industry is due for an unpleasant reconing. Soon.

[@Lovepeacejoy..]

@@pennylacombe4763 Yes, I remember my mother freshly squeezing the orange juice. We only had soda on holidays or dinner with relatives on Sunday. Food was so much better then and there was not that much obesity. Everyone walked everywhere, kids were able to play outside without worrying about being kidnapped and everyone got lots of exercise…..

[@ktcarl]

6 to 8oz of juice is a LOT of sugar. Those are not small glasses.

[@projectqueen610]

If tea or coffee is too bitter add a pinch of salt..it's mind blowing how well this works.. I did this to ween off of sweetener and heavy cream in my coffee.

[@user-kh4co2gw4j]

I totally agree with you! I started it and weaned myself off creamer! ❤

[@Beef_it_to_be_fit]

Salt in every cup of coffee I drink. People think I'm weird

[@denisea.9033]

Same here!! My grandmother has done this since the 50s or 60s. She makes the best cafe con leche 😋.

[@tedrowleeves9182]

Heavy cream is good for those on keto or carnivore. It will not add weight because your body is now burning fat - which heavy cream is.

[@May_Lease_Uh]

​@@tedrowleeves9182most people can handle heavy cream but some may be more sensitive to the dairy.

[@clintsoutdooradventures]

I'm 65 years old and have spent the last 45 years trying various diets and workout programs to shed weight and improve my fitness. Three months ago, I stumbled upon Dr. DeBerry's KZbin video discussing the Carnivore diet and decided to follow his advice. For the past two months, I've been fully committed to the Carnivore lifestyle, although I do enjoy drinking 12oz to 14oz of red wine on most days of the week. I've completely eliminated fruits, vegetables, fast food, junk food, and processed items from my diet, opting for a Carnivore approach focused on reclaiming my health, not just shedding pounds. I rarely weigh myself, but when I do monthly check-ins, I'm pleased to report a significant loss. Currently, I stand at 5ft 10 inches and weigh 198 lbs, down from 216 lbs two months ago-equivalent to an impressive 18 lbs lost, averaging 9 lbs per month. For me, transitioning away from traditional foods prior to Carnivore felt akin to attempting to quit smoking while relying solely on a nicotine patch. The Carnivore diet has truly transformed my health and well-being."

[@joycefitzgerel1632]

I was wondering if I could continue having my bedtime 🍷. It helps me sleep better than any thing else I have tried. Bad thing is I only like sweet wine.what do you drink? Does it stop the effects of carnivore.

[@jeniferfuhrman1525]

My mom had a seizure when she drank a lot of Crystal Light because of the Aspartame. Bad stuff that should be avoided!

[@soxpeewee]

That's weird! The FDA, CDC and various other agencies and private organizations have found NO convulsion seizures caused in humans, other primates, or rodents from consuming aspartame. Is she allergic or something? Or was it psychological? Or something else like a non related B6 deficiency?

[@BobbyHillVGK702]

YES!!!! My mom and dad drink dr pepper zero and diet Pepsi EVERYDAY. I spent years trying to get my mom to quit because of the aspartame, and she just won't listen. I eventually gave up because I was just talking to the air lol. FINALLY someone else who understands this.

[@demonocusmetalocus3558]

I'm gonna have to call BS on this one because she would have to drink 100 crystal lights a day before aspartame was harmful to her.

[@leshanlin]

Thanks this was helpful! My sister and I have been carnivore since March 2022…she’s lost over 70 pounds and I’m down about 20! We drink water with added electrolytes, coffee with a little heavy cream and a couple stevia drops, and Pellegrino. I occasionally have a Lacroix to mix things up.

[@maryanderson2759]

Perfect

[@MoneyStrategiesSOULutions]

I personally would cut out the Stevia but.

[@59skupe]

I also drink a few sips of kombucha each day, since it's my favorite but it has a lot of carbs. So instead of having a whole one, I limit the amount.

[@seascape185]

That’s a good idea ,just a little!

[@puggirl415]

@@59skupe There are a lot more Kombucha and pro-biotic drinks out there. I look for ones with 5 grams of carbs or less. Then I drink half the can half diluted with sparkling water. I still get some flavor but only 2.5 grams of carbs. I feel ok with it. I drink coffee and cream at breakfast, regular water or unsweetened sun tea during the day. A sparkling water with diluted kombucha or electrolytes for a pick me up if I need it and a sparkling water with dinner. More plain water afterwards. So I think if you are a moderator like me you can mix it up and do different things. Just be mindful of the carbs and the frequency. Oh and I forgot to mention long brewed rooiboos tea has no sugar, no caffeine. I add stevia leaves from my garden a cinnamon stick and a clove. I let it brew overnight and it has a sweet taste that is mild but enjoyable. I'll switch out caffeinated tea for this tea if caffeine is affecting my sleep. Long brewing stevia leaves tastes much better than processed stevia. Less bitter.

[@ajleuty2387]

I seriously appreciate your videos! You get right to the point without me having to follow you on a trip to the grocery store or some errand that I don’t want to do even in real life. Thank you!

[@stevejohnson6248]

I am one of the fortunate few who just likes plain water. I keep an insulated mug on my desk with ice water and that keeps me going. Great video!

[@catherinethecarnivorern8333]

At Buffalo Wild Wings and just ordered the Parmesan garlic wings and 2 hamburger Pattie’s for $2 each, thanks so much for that tip!

[@malinamorin4296]

😮 Awesome, thank you for sharing this. I missed it in the video❤

[@JoeyDNetsfan]

That garlic Parmesan sauce has seed oils, carbs and definitely kicked you out of fat burning mode or ketosis. Wise choice to go to BWW though

[@regerbryan]

@@JoeyDNetsfanin the shop serving there aren’t enough carbs to kick you out of ketosis but it should definitely be kept to a minimum like she said she gets it on the side

[@bryantmixon4157]

You do a wonderful job explaining this stuff. Thank you for your research and hard work!

[@hamshanksproductions7161]

I lost 6 stone on keto diet a few years ago. I relied heavily on Diet Coke to help me. Had no impact on weight loss. However better without it. Now on carnivore diet. Feel like I’ve been reborn. Thanks for your videos. Regards

[@grigorirasputin425]

How big were the stones?

[@michaeljames63]

@@grigorirasputin425 Weights in England are commonly measured in stones, where 1 stone = 14 lb.

[@grigorirasputin425]

@@michaeljames63 he lost a lot of weight then😂

[@MoneyStrategiesSOULutions]

​@@grigorirasputin425I thought they meant kidney stones or something too! 😂

[@pageremick4187]

FABULOUS INFORMATION! I've made notes on the electrolyte products that I had no idea existed. GREAT roundup and you answered any question that I could have had. Thanks!!

[@markdurrett243]

Laura, you’re the best! Thanks for doing this kind of thing, it’s just so helpful and encouraging. Thanks for doing it twice!

[@chrissyforanimals]

Water and salt. I don’t worry about if it’s effecting my blood sugar or gut. I can spend more money on high cuts of meat.

[@LauraSpath]

That's where I fall most of the time too! Definitely prefer to spend my money on meat!

[@alitabattlechicken9732]

Yep. Ditto 👍

[@5alazar]

Yup! If you eliminate all those drinks and just keep water and electrolytes you can afford WAY more meat. The coconut water is almost the same price as a dozen eggs 😅.

[@jeffknutter]

Thank you Laura! You have answered a bunch of questions for me with this video. My wife and I started Carnivore 3 weeks ago and I'm amazed on much better I feel already.

[@cheshire_skatkat9093]

Yeah I been on it for just over 5 weeks. I am wildly impressed with this diet!

[@aniimako]

how are you both doing now? still on the diet and noticed any more changes?

[@susiedeloach528]

Thank you sooo much!! This was very informative. Right to the point and not a bunch of talking about other stuff! You are GOLDEN!!!😍😍😍

[@beachcitybay4497]

I just want to thank you for ALL your videos. I have learned so much! From cooking meat, the cuts, how to eat out, what to drink, etc. i have done keto and Somersize and low carb prior. I never drank enough electrolytes and would get dizzy and muscle cramps - plus autoimmune issue that I am working on. This time I need to heal. This is it. I cannot function on processed foods at all. Your informative videos really instills confidence in my journey and cooking abilities. Thank God for you Laura!! Thank you.

[@sfitz-rp4du]

Thanks so much for this Laura. The single largest input cost on branded drinks isn't ingredients, packaging or freight, it's the marketing cost to get people to pay up for the stuff. The worst are fake healthy things that scam people and loaded with sugars/sweeteners.

[@LouiseLovesCheese]

Thank you, thank you! That’s for doing this great video twice 🥰. You are so knowledgeable and I love your videos. Keep making them please!

[@careenhornecker1918]

I really liked this. I’ve just started listening to your work and I’m so inspired by your honesty and knowledge. You are down to earth and easy to listen to.

[@ernestmartinez8198]

Thank You for that roundup! I have been very much on target to my surprise after watching this! 👍 Lost 33lbs so far have another 60lbs to go!

[@belindaspicer385]

Thank you so much for this video. It’s helped me so much to make more sense of what to drink. I was a Coke Zero addict. I’m 19 days in on carnivore.

[@MultiShell12]

You answered a BUNCH of questions I had! Thank you!!!

[@mikemleczko5565]

What a great video. really nice to hear thoughts that echo most people and then explain why or why not. Fantastic work, thanks so much for both times :)

[@franswey2]

Thank you for sharing this information. It is very beneficial and I appreciate you helping trying to maneuver through all the confusing information. Fran

[@nogames8982]

This is only the third video of yours that I have watched. But I subscribed. You seem very down to earth, a real person that I can relate to.

[@Mauitaoist]

Great content Laura I love your content here's a little tip for you and your viewers put lemon juice in your water and add some baking soda to your salt mixture then you'll get the bubbles that you'll have carbonated lemonade... sweetener is optional

[@laceyrushworth9823]

Thank u so much for making this video!!!! It was my biggest questions. Your the best! I just subscribed, starting this diet in a couple days :D so excited

[@jenniefaatoafe7547]

Appreciate this! Just got started learning about this way of eating after being consumed with vegan content and not understanding why it was so difficult to stick to. So happy to have stumbled upon this community in last week or so. Taking it one step at a time was drinking a lot of Crystal Light previously but do enjoy steeping Hibiscus flowers to make iced tea, had it today with no sweetener for first time and it was delicious all on its own.

[@amylynn2365]

I enjoy your videos and I especially like how you show how we should be on carnivore but how it’s ok to not be so serious all the time! Thank you

[@lovewolves1]

You missed one. There was a Coach of a high school football team that gave his team a cup of pickle juice before a game and they played with much more energy and won almost all the games. Another thing is when you get cramps on your leg or calf and drink pickle juice in a matter of minutes it goes away. It's helped me a lot.

[@thebobsmith1991]

So glad i read this comment. I been getting those cramps. Thank you

[@Indydi]

I'm gonna test this on my husband, who gets horrible cramps after really tough hikes.

[@anatta467]

its called sodium lol

[@TJ-gi3jo]

It also has calcium, potassium, and magnesium and those are all important for stopping cramps. Sodium alone never helped me.@@anatta467

[@milesralls7972]

It’s the sodium

[@honeye3874]

I like how detailed and very on point topic u r. Thank u so much for ur videos..great help esp for people who would wanna start this diet.

[@WolfBand626]

You put so much work into this video! Great job at what you do

[@lorineely6921]

Twice! Lol

[@jeffreyadams648]

Twice

[@rcdowdy]

I really enjoyed this session on what you said about alcohol. The new low-carb or no-carb drinks are really pushing their products. I liked your explanation about how alcohol is metabolized and its effect on your liver. It resonated with me that I should not let alcohol interfere with my weight loss goals. Thank you for your vids.

[@TheMissionLog]

One of the biggest reasons I have been putting off trying carnivore is alcohol. I don't drink very often (few times a month--or maybe every other month) but I like doing it enough thta I don't yet want to commit to getting rid of it completely. So glad it's still an option!

[@xbmarc]

Great catch! Also, a very good video. Thank you. I am new till the carnivore diet and this was super helpful.

[@tehepicash4368]

Thanks for this! It good to know about all this. I started doing carnivore diet it been great was not sure what to have. Thank you so much!

[@johnsimpson8198]

Great info, so glad I found your channel, thank you!

[@Sara-pb6lj]

Over the last year I’ve gone from daily 4-6 cans of Diet Coke, to only having it a couple times a month in social situations. I do drink the Sparkling Ice a couple times a day though (with caffeine), along with black and green mint tea. My end goal is to only drink water and the tea. It’s a process for sure 😊

[@Christian-cw9mp]

Sparkling water is like using apple cider vinegar. It eats your enamel.

[@mixedmediaartgirl300]

you know you're on your way, keep with it, every positive change is a good thing, it can be a process and that is better than getting overwhelmed and quitting

[@jessdarlington1007]

Thats great, artificial sweeteners upset your gut micro biome, making it hard to lose weight.

[@thomasbrooksjr380]

Very informative videos, subbed and im going to start binge watching, i have alot to learn.. thanks for making these.

[@judymiller4960]

Wow! This is so helpful! Thank you, Laura!

[@KJ7JHN]

Brew 2-3 Tblspoons Thyme in 16oz boiling water. Add 16oz cold to cool it off. Also try Rosemary and Savory. Pretty good. Today I blended 2 tbls of all three. Then brewed for 10 minutes.

[@michelemolina1319]

I have been using true lemon and true lime for YEARS! Love them! In ice cold water they're an absolute game changer in summer. Delicious.

[@KathyDNJ]

Me too....absolutely the best!

[@Luxury-Royale]

Nice video. Thank you, for takin the time to create it.

[@nogames8982]

So nice to hear how you found bridge foods helpful. No, they're not perfect and definitely don't want to be used forever but if that's what it takes to stay on track I am all for it.

[@fishfrypie]

Great video, thank you. The info is definitely appreciated and I feel semi-validated now in allowing some of my bridging drinks... knowing I can have them for now as I continue to transition into this way of eating.

[@mrcharliewebb]

You know I either buy just the little soda cans knowing I can have the whole thing...................... Or we have a place here called FIIZ where I can order specialty sugar free fountain drinks. My favorite is Diet Cocalada............... But I may have one 1x per month, it depends

[@ishalocke1123]

Interesting point about coffee - I actually had to go away from heavy cream so using MCT oil helped me not feel that coffee was so acidic. My new jam is 'It Works' skinny coffee with MCT oil and a little munk fruit sweatner.

[@pamhutzell8268]

I was the diet for 3 weeks , then it seamed like I was eating wrong . So trying again , thank you ! It helps to see what we can have and not have.

[@paulcook5893]

just the video I was looking for ! amazing ! I just asked on another video of yours about bullet coffee as I thought it might be the reason my weight loss as stalled and you have answered in this video .! top channel ! So no more drinking fats just eating them ! Just water for me ftom now on ! Thank you Laura 😊

[@1975jstar]

If you made a book with your own recipes, what to drink and how to carnivore without feeling so sick and loss of energy! I would definitely buy one!

[@jamiekelly6851]

Carnivore isn't the reason you've lost energy, it's probably the square flu or you aren't getting enough fat and salt in your diet.

[@ChryscottPeters]

Thank you for your video. My husband and I like to drink "Spindrift". It's the only carbonated sparkling water brand with a little bit of real juice & no natural or artificial flavors.

[@kfrankie3307]

Thanks for making this video! This is soooo helpful!!! 👍🏻💕

[@3_Gold_Coins]

Definitely a help for me. I stumbled upon your channel. Many drinks that I consume are in the good group.

[@Mr.Batsu12]

My personal tip: Don't "eyeball" how much heavy cream you are adding to your coffee. When I first started I did just that. After about a year I finally measured how much my eyeball amount was and it was about 4 Tbsp!!! I've since cut that down to 2 Tbsp and I have learned to love that amount now. I'm thinking I may work to get that down to 1 Tbsp. Even if it's only for having to buy less heavy cream each time I shop.

[@LauraSpath]

Yes!!! I don't do cream but I and the same way with sour cream. Eyeballing "2 tablespoons" is like 1/3rd cup 😂

[@Mr.Batsu12]

@@LauraSpath LOL I am very familiar with that measuring conversion.

[@creativecaincabin8383]

I do the same. Measure with a teaspoon.

[@gabriellekelly3462]

I'm the same way. Now I add my 2 tbsp first, then I add my coffee to that. So that determines how much coffee I can drink based on the color tbsp makes lol

[@susanyeomans2276]

@LauraSpath I ordered the LMNT raspberry from the link you provided. Received the raspberry, but I got no free sample packets. 😢

[@surgicaltechcrafter2169]

Thank you for all your videos. I have been researching this diet for weeks and i have started. I already love meat and seafood, anchovues, sardines, liver so I knew hardest was going to be snacking, pasta, bread. I drink Hint water since I have quit soda and my chai lattes without coffee. So many of my co workers and family and friends have thanked me for the Hint water suggestion. I have never been a coffee drinker, never jumped on the Starbuck train thank goodness and I dont drink alcohol hardly ever maybe once a year but loved my Dr. Peppers and all the sugar in the chai lattes with whip cream. This past weekend was first without the chai s all weekend Long. I quit Dr. Pepper first a couple weeks prior. Amazing I noticed immediately no bloating without the soda.

[@Keene88]

Great video! Thanks for all the content you put out.

[@rhondasponders52]

Oh Bless you Laura!!! I’m 19 days carnivore. Love it! Thank you for doing this video.

[@vickiwhite6374]

Same! Totally new to this and lots of questions

[@carolcole570]

Iced tea. Just plain and simple iced tea. No fancy-dancy teas. Just simple iced tea like restaurants serve. This is my go-to drink of choice.

[@janiceprice7403]

Thanks, you explained electrolytes better than anyone has. On low carb-carnivore diet for 4 weeks. Mostly energy has been excellent, but feeling tired the last few days. I will do electrolytes today. Thank you.

[@Celtic_Ninja]

Better now?

[@SongbirdCollageArts]

Thanks for all of the detailed information, Laura!

[@Elaine-hq5rq]

Poor You! I liked and subscribed just for hearing about your grief of having to redo the video! Glad I did too, great content! 👍😊

[@nellosnook4454]

Carnivore Drink List: 1. S. Pellegrino sparkling mineral water. 2. Zero Water. (filtered, for coffee) 3. Camano Island Coffee Roasters. (organic, shade-grown, fairly-traded) 4. Kroger Bone Broth. Carnivore Food List: 1. Kerrygold Butter. 2. Vital Farms Pasture-Raised Eggs. 3. Wagyu Beef Tallow. 4. Grass-Fed Ribeye. 5. Wild-caught Salmon.

[@rhondalyn100]

Excellent presentation. This underscores the things I am doing right and is a motivator to keep on the straight and narrow. During winter when I need to warm up I'll have a cup of hot water with a little apple cider vinegar in it. No sweetner needed; I've acquired the taste for it and I believe it helps with digestion and decreased appetite. Thanks for this informative video! :-)

[@May_Lease_Uh]

I like that too...my husband thinks I'm a weirdo 😂

[@wasabiginger6993]

This was much better second time around 😂… thank you, very helpful!

[@kevintuma6223]

Thanks for clearing up and breaking down what I wanted to know.

[@nichmon3221]

Thank you Laura. That explains why I get stalled for a few days after drinking, although I was only drinking three shots of vodka only once per week. I'll have to stop until I get to my goal weight.

[@smittys19daytona]

I put a tea spoon of Celtic sea salt in my water bottle its not as "salty" as you would think its actually a sweeter taste i was told it replaces pretty much all the minerals missed from missed vegetables also helps if you get constipated

[@robertcringely7348]

Wow, you appeared to do that in one take! Lots of great information well presented. Bravo!

[@susanboger7874]

You look great 😊! Just trying carnivore. Been doing keto and I have been up and down too much . I have inflammation issues , hypothyroidism, bone on bone knees and a 10 CM hiatal hernia. I really like the simple eating choices , but I am a veggie and fruit 🍎 lover . Hoping I can still loose weight by not being able to walk well right now . I do some exercises stationary , bed ,chair and some knee ones . I am also doing intermittent fasting daily with this carnivore meal plan . This was helpful about drinks ! I sugar free tea and coffee with heavy cream . 2 cups of coffee and two Tbs cream when I finish my fast . Trying to do a six hour eating window . I enjoy your help and videos are helpful right now . Thank you 😊

[@traveladventureswithgail]

Thanks for making this great video - very helpful! "Half frozen diet Coke" as an ice cream substitute - GENIUS!!

[@nancyramski899]

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[@elinordrake7129]

Thank you Laura! I watched a couple other what can you drink on Carnivore videos. I probably will not watch any more as your's explained everything really well, and I enjoyed that you didn't have a horribly black & white way of explaining it. I'd never heard that bit about the liver has to stop processing fat to finish up the alcohol first is Perfect incentive to switch to only weekend alcohol.

[@seaspray9144]

How has that gone for you?

[@bbw420latinajayvlogs9]

Thank you ,Lovely ❤️ I needed this!

[@ErinCRN]

I love Pellegrino with fresh lime squeezed in it. Italy has very strict laws about their natural mineral waters so it’s purity is guaranteed. It has a high sulfur content which is very good amongst other minerals. It’s my nighttime cocktail with dinner.

[@LilCraftyNook]

This is great, thank you!! I love fresh Meyer lemons in my water!!

[@kurtanderson7813]

Love the video. Thanks for the tips! Just be sure to double check if your water bottle is lined with plastic most are. To be sure it’s always best to drink from glass.

[@mwchestnut1]

THANK YOU, Laura! Much appreciated.

[@justcruisinmom1682]

I love mixing the Tazo Hibiscus passion tea as you have in the picture with Dr Bergs electrolytes and his wheat grass.

[@23angelpie]

Forgot to press record!! 💘love her already!!

[@Callisign_Wildflower]

Thank you for this video. I was just looking on KZbin for this and there are like no videos on this.

[@angelightartstudio8986]

Loved this video It answered many questions! I'm on my 1st week of carnivore. I put a bit of lemon or lime juice in water with a bit of ice. It's refreshing after work on a hot day, too. I'll try adding RealSalt and NoSalt to my lemon water! Thank you!

[@ynmamflm]

Great video!! I will say that at this time in my weight loss. Down 40lbs in 4 months. I increased my Fat and lowered my carbs to under 20gr a day. Now on the carnivore way I have no carbs but continue to eat fats so I can increase my caloric intake.

[@pattygibson3982]

Great video with a lot of good info. The hubs and I love to drink Bubbly water and I like the pina colada RELYTE by Redmonds which I blame Neisha Berry for getting me hooked on. I have tried the ReLyte strawberry lemonade which is pretty good too. Since starting keto two years ago my husband has lost 168lbs and I have lost 100lbs. I feel better and feel healthier in my 50s than I did in my 30s and 40s. I agree with you that some things I drink do tend to trigger my cravings so I just stay away from them. Every now and then I will have a diet Mountain Dew. I was getting caught in the trap of adding a lot of heavy cream to my coffee so now I only add one tbsp to a cup. Take care!

[@daisymaisy4877]

Hi, im about to start keto but im wondering in ur coffee doesn't the cream just go clumpy and just float on the top? Thanks.

[@pattygibson3982]

@@daisymaisy4877 hi Daisy Maisy, I only add about a tablespoon of heavy cream and stir really good. I drink my coffee pretty quickly and I have never had any issues with clumping. Have a good day. Thanks.

[@Yae391]

​@@daisymaisy4877 you can also get 1 of the little hand held milk frothers and that will help. Just Wizz it & it actually makes it taste delicious!

[@praiseHim1962]

So glad Laura mentioned the coffee with HWC! I’m only 2 weeks in, and have needed that taste and the boost, but am careful to only have a single or max, double shot of espresso with HWC (being more careful of the amount now) and I put a few ice cubes in my Nutribullet with an additional cup of water and blend. The result is a creamy, fluffy iced coffee which makes me feel like I’ve had a huge treat, while at the same time allowing me to stay within my own Carnivore parameters. I’ve been watching Laura, Kelly Hogan, Dr. Berry & Neisha, and others for weeks to gain knowledge and help me stay on track. Thanks SO much Laura for all your great videos! We have our own Grass Fed Beef so that’s a plus, but your videos on how to order takeout are tremendous and I’ll keep those tucked away for going out. ❤️🕊☀️🧋

[@m.reynolds9663]

@@daisymaisy4877 I use a battery operated frother and it helps to break up the clumps of cream or butter in my coffee. Hope that helps!

[@KathyReyes-lw2lo]

Exactly what I needed! Thank you!

[@bhampatty1]

Great video, Laura! Thanks!

[@karenlee6501]

Most of those I don't touch at anytime. I started carnivore 5 weeks ago I've lost 5.4 ks. I am a black tea drinker who could easily do 8/10 cups a day I have brought it down to 2 or 3 per day. Just not ready to let it go completely.. Love your videos. Even had my hubby sit and watch your hubby today. Thanks for keeping it real. Hugs from South Australia

[@LaneCodeRedCarnivore]

This is a great subject ! I'm low carb carnivore now and struggling to get rehydrated . I have a smart scale and it shows really low on water now . It is really hard to get that number back up !!! 🥴

[@cbrown6660]

Just started my carnivore journey a few months ago and I'm loving it. I also really enjoy your channel thank you for offering such wonderful advice. I was wondering if you would consider doing an updated version of this video include a few other drinks, right now I'm using Spindrift it was really helpful. Also, I've stopped using this now but, Nescafe zero sugar Cafe Latte were so tasty and saved me many nights. I usually eat before work and that's for the day so instead of eating I would get a green tea or the nescafe. Lastly, I am curious about green tea and ginger teas. Thank you!

[@stevencohen-musial2380]

I love your videos You and your husband are so motivating ❤🎉 I’m carnivore & dairy free with celiac and metabolic disease and getting better every day!! Lost 15 of the 35 lbs I need to loose . Your advice is priceless and I share your channel with everyone. I can Keep up the great job It’s a lot of work doing the videos but your helping millions Bless you

[@jeananne4756]

Thank you Laura for this video! It’s like you read my mind! I’ve been wondering what I can drink. I’m going to try to cut out my one coffee a day. I don’t need it!😃

[@Pointblankhome]

oo man for the ones that loves bubbly drinks: club soda lemon or lime juice salt homemade sprite tastes amazing and you get a punch of vitamin C when you use fresh lemon

[@TimChilders]

“Never hit record.” We’ve all been there. :). Thank you for your videos. Just starting Carnivore today.

[@maryhart141]

IF you are using carnivore/ keto *to lose wt* often repeated. Love that and thank you! Great and reinforced recognition that this is a way of eating that works for multiple issues. And requires different applications. Big fan. Beautiful execution.

[@jeandiatasmith4512]

Thank you for specifically mentioning the True Lemon. I wasn't sure if I could use that or not and so happy that I can. It really helps me drink more water during the day, especially when I'm just drinking tap water.

[@769jojo]

I was a bit surprised that she mentioned true lemon or lime. There are 3 carbs in each packet so be really careful.

[@maryannemigatz7196]

@@769jojo One packet (0.8g) has

[@JustCallMeLiberty]

Ugh no tap water...get purified water

[@rosechapman3924]

@@769jojo I drink our well water. Delicious.

[@GypsyTheGoatOnTube]

Very helpful, thankyou. I absolutely have my zero sugar rootbeer now and then. The boredom of water just overwhelms me. I use the lime and lemon packets with some stevia for lemonade as well, very convenient.

[@malinamorin4296]

Thank you for this video. It and the replies are so helpful. So many great suggestions i did not think of like passion tea, and electrolyte powder in sparkling water. Thank you for the explanation of alcohol and how it is putting fat burning on the back burner so to speak. Sometimes i will ass a tiny bit of "fancy" vinegar to sparkling water for more flavor or orange bitters but those both have sugar and orange bitters has alcohol. So far they haven't bothered me but i will definitely be more aware now. Love the idea of salt in coffee or tea from other viewers. I can't wait to try it.❤

[@malinamorin4296]

Add not a$$ sorry about the typos. That was a bad one. Hope I don't offend anyone.

[@graebeard6882]

Many thanks for this info. Most of what you said was fairly obvious, but the most informative, for me, was your explanation of alcohol causing the liver to focus on removing that, instead of processing fat. My weightloss has plateued and I'm going to remove all alcohol for a week or so and see if it resumes. Thanks

[@dellgidley]

I wanted to let you know about a different option besides Mio. It is called Stur and it uses Stevia. You may already be aware. Also, I use sweet drops for my coffee (dirt).

[@nanettejernigan7338]

Thanks for this great information, the alcohol info is especially valuable to me. Following keto a long time but never achieving any enviable weight loss. This info was spot on for me and no wonder, as tequila and Mio or another artificial sweetener with water is HELPING me not lose any of my belly fat. This will be my day one, seriously, thank you.🎉

[@PieterMolenaarbuilder]

awesome so well explained will make my decision so much easier Thank you Laura

[@pamagerspencer8379]

This video was VERY helpful. Thanks!