I would bet that Farmingham? study did not have a ketogenic group! Dave Feldman's current study on a minority ketogenic subset of @LeanMassHyperResponders might show this entirely new category that could defy previous thinking. Since I personally appear to be in that confounding very high LDL/very high HDL & very low TG category, I am crossing my fingers that the second year scans may even show regression (while in sustained ketosis) in atherosclerotic calcium plaque scores!???
Hi Laura my mom was eating carnivore and her cholesterol came back at like 400 and is scared know. What is considered normal range for ldl, triglycerides etc to know if her number are at a normal range? Would really appreciate the info. Thank you
SHOCKED my doctor with my panel after telling her I was low carb/keto and got the typical " that diet is not healthy and your markers are going to be high." My total was 184, LDL 95, HDL 77 and triglycerides 57. My A1C went from 5.9 to 5.2 and I have dropped 60 pounds.
Just curious to know how long you had been carnivore prior to labs. From my experience, blood work gets worse before it gets better (worse while still losing weight but the labs seem to level off after hitting goal weight).
@@KM-os8lb , I have been keto for 2 yrs. I am slowly working into carnivore. I also take berberine 1 to 2 times per week to help with glucose and cholesterol. I have never had issues with cholesterol, but my BG was slowly rising toward being type 2 diabetic.
I'm glad you mentioned how, when obese, you have so many other health issues that people's immediate concern w/ cholesterol feels silly. No one says anything about the risk of diabetes when I grab a pint of ice cream but the second I eat a stack of burgers for breakfast, they're worried about my health lol.
I'm so lame. I had seen some of your original videos. I'm so greatful to find your channel now. God bless always, I know both of you have made a big difference in my life and the lives of many more people! Thank you always!
Laura, I have followed you from. The beginning. I have lost 31 pounds mostly zero carbs. I have done carnivore for many months a few years ago. Thank you!!! I learned carnivore, intermittent fasting, dry fasting, etc.from you. You are my role model. Bless you beautiful girl!!!
This is what happened to me. Went to the Doc in 2015 said I was pre diabetic and a very high A1C need to start metformin immediately. I didn't. Went on Keto then carnivore. Went back to my doctor in 2016, I had lost 100lbs, got abs for the first time in my life, felt great, normal A1c, No longer pre diabetic. But wait, my cholesterol went up for the first time in my life and I need to get on a statin asap and stop eating so much eggs and meat or serious consequences. Can't win. I choose to feel good. My cholesterol that they wanted to immediately put me on a statin for 230 cholesterol what yours is now. Never high before but this one test meant I needed to be on one immediately. I choose to feel good instead
high cholesterol is healthy. I'm a pharmacist and I implore everyone to stay away from the mainstream medical system that is literally killing you and steering you to chronic disease and MISINFORMATION. They JUST want you on a daily, lifetime, never-ending prescription (or non-prescription for that matter..."supplemlements" are no different). Stay away from the petro-product pill-pushing pimps in the white coats.
And don’t forget typically they just calculate the LDL they don’t really get exact numbers on that. Or at least one of the super food docs mentioned this. And by supper food I mean 3BE whoop whoop not today carbs not today!!!
What doctors fail to realize is that cholesterol is a risk factor. There is no evidence it causes any ill health. Being a risk factor all you need is one positive risk factor to cancel it out.
@ Ron Emmerson. Thank you, you speak my mind perfectly. I used to work for the American College of Physicians, (second only to the AMA), I want to wear a screen like a protest sandwich sign from 60s war protests, blaring this vlog. Tourists will flood Independence Hall Park this coming summer. Silly I know, but IT IS HOW I FEEL. This whole Dave Feldman, Dr. E. Westman, Dr. Ken Berry, Nina Teicholtz Big Fat Lie, crusade is my "vietnam war protest".
Thank you for your videos. It take time and you have a family. Your story is inspiring. I currently do keto. Always looking to learn more. Looking fwd to doing more blood work soon. Doctor wanted me to go on statin for the last 3 years. Total cholesterol 230. I said no, but just decided it time to change my eating lifestyle. I like natural medicines better. No side effects but needed to make a change. Again. Thanks for doing what you do.
I saw studies that showed low carb and avoiding sugar made the ldl the big fluffy kind that doesnt cause harm . So you probably dont have the small ldl anymore !! Good job Laura love ya
Almost every patient can access their lab work online from the health care center you go to with a passcode from the office. There you can read and learn all about your health and study what it means. I have a CBC once a year and I stay up on it. Yes, mine is super high LDL, however my triglycerides and HDL is great. LDL stand's for lousy lipids, HDL healthy lipids, triglycerides are clogging the arteries. I too, refused statins. Most doctors want to dictate not use teamwork. I feel awesome 😎
5:05 to 5:58 is the encapsulation of the last two years of my life. THANK YOU for the validation! I will share this with my family and friends; instead of me fumbling for words. Again, thank you for your life changing, life saving work!
@@LauraSpath maybe so but without people like you and your husband I never would have believed in social media doctors as easily. My A1C was 9.8 three to four weeks after I started carnivore and so I would assume when I was told I was diabetic without it I was well over 10.0. Fasting glucose was 285 now my A1C is 4.9 and down from a 42” to a 34” waist (if I want them tight fitting jeans). Thanks again and god Bless.
Outstanding! Thank you Laura for this great content! Looking forward to the next parts. Have you considered seeing blood work that would cover essential vitamins and minerals in the body? To see if there are any deficiencies there on a carnivore diet.
Yes we did those as well and I included that in the longer video in my Locals group. Everything looked great but Judy suggests not using bloodwork for minerals for more accuracy
Carnivore sounds amazing to me. When I think about other low calorie, low carb, low whatever diets it really feels like a “diet” to me. But trying carnivore actually makes me WANT to because I really think I’ll enjoy it and it’ll work for me. But my family has history of heart issues which has made me skeptical to try this. Thanks for the education & encouragement!
Thank you for this. I just got labs and my total & LDL numbers were high. I am certain that the DR is going to come back with some nonsense. My ratios with HDL actually look good and I have never felt this good in my life.
Since being on a high fat diet and eating a lot of eggs my cholesterol went from 194 to 167. My trigliserides went from 131 to 118. My LDL went from 125 to 104. My non LDL went from 150 to 125. And I lost 40lbs. 44 waist to 36.
That's because your diet before was 100 times worse if your waist was 44 inches. You could have done the exact same by eating a well more balanced diet and replacing most of the meat with oily fish. The diet you're eating now is not balanced at all. Just because you lose weight doesn't mean it's good for you. Exactly the same happened to me on a keto diet. Went from 71kg to 57kg. I stopped the diet and now I've been eating more complex carbs like porridge in the morning and fish vegetables and other seafood. I still eat some chicken but not often. My diet is at least 50% carbs and my weight is still exactly the same, 57kg. It's nothing at all to do with the carbs if they aren't refined carbs. If you eat refined carbs with added sugar and fat all together like in something like chocolate chip cookies then yes, you will definitely put weight on.
@@ukmark9211 yep, carnivore diet is quite extreme and sub optimal but for many it can be still be much better than what they ate before because their former diet was poison ,ultra processed fast carbs, trans fats, barely any vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds or healthy fats... the weightloss and better insulin sensitivity are the benefits that many get from carnivore diet and by all means those things have significant impact on your health if you were obese and diabetic/prediabetic but all these could have been achieved in a more healthy way without risking high LDL and coronary heart disease down the line and starving yourself from antioxidants, micro nutrients and healthy gut microbiome...
@@BridgeTROLL777 I totally agree. It's better than what they were previously eating. That's where I think the main problem is. They believe it's the perfect diet because of the drastic improvements they see, so they refuse to believe there is any downside to it whatsoever.
@@ukmark9211 Exactly, and I dont blame them getting so much visible benefits from the diet can "blind" anyone to contradicting information and Carnivore community is riddled with confirmation bias, which reinforces this notion. For instance the influencers some of whom are doctors cherry pick research that supports their bias and reject very credible body of research including RCTs and meta analysis of RCTs that show that high intake of saturated fats and high ldl cholesterol are a significant risk in terms of cardiovascular diseases.... Then there are carnivore influencers who dont have scientific literacy at all and they make completely absurd inferences from science papers to bolster their bias... Many on the extreme carnivore diet are going to have a rude awakening down the line...
While the numbers are good indicators of what is in your bloodstream, what is MORE important is what they are doing inside your arteries. I recently had an arterial plaque test done, and it showed a little CALCIUM buildup in my heart. I always thought the plaque that would cause obstruction came from fat. But calcium blockages are caused by sugar. I was told by the doctor that once it forms, it cannot be removed. I hope this isn't true, but nevertheless, it seems like doctors are more concerned about fat in your blood than sugar. But as I understand it, blockages caused by fat in your arteries CAN be reduced and dissolved. The trick is to make sure they don't form in the first place. So my question to you is, regardless of what your cholesterol numbers are, what is happening within your arteries? Have you ever imaged them to find out?
Hi Laura, could you possibly share a typical shopping list, or maybe a grocery haul, that shows how much meat you purchase, how long it lasts, and for how often you shop? I think that would be really helpful. I’m on OMAD currently, but have naturally begun just eating more meat than anything else, and I’m really considering making the switch fully. I just think having some perspective on how to shop would be super helpful! Also, I’m curious about vitamins? Do you have to supplement any vitamins because of your diet? I’ve been really curious! Thanks! XX
I just discovered your channel and have only recently been looking at carnivore - I'm currently keto-esque. Was curious if you've had any issues with the lack of fiber in the carnivore diet? And do you address this detail in any of your videos? I currently practice OMAD for one week (when I have my boys with me) with a keto-esque lifestyle and on the alternate week (when my boys are not with me) I fast 3-5 days and then go back to OMAD/keto-esque.
Search Paul Mason on here. He's the only person who did any real study on fibre and all it does is block you up and cause constipation. Much like carbs, nobody needs fibre. Its another myth.
As to fiber, once adapted, my gut does way better on essentially zero fiber! My IBS is gone! Any more than occasional lettuce, sets me off and cruciferous veggies are an absolute no no for me, but I didn’t realize that until I stopped for a while, then tried them again! Last time I “experimented” by eating 2 bites of broccoli, I regretted it for almost two weeks! But you will need to be patient while you adapt. Make sure you stay hydrated. What does keto-esque mean to you, as in what in general are you eating?
@@VeldaE12 Keto-esque meaning that I'm not as "fat obsessed" as most of the Keto-world. I also enjoy tomatoes, peanuts and berries fairly frequently. This is also my concern with staying on pure carnivore. I like steamed broccoli, onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, asparagus, berries and soft cheeses (like cream cheese). Today - mind you, after a 4 day fast - I had rotisserie chicken, steamed broccoli, cucumbers, strawberries and cottage cheese. Tonight for dinner I have salmon thawing with a bunch of purple asparagus I picked up at the store today. I have had issues with constipation on my keto-esque journey, which is why I'm concerned, and why I have regular cucumber and steamed broccoli. I take "Natural Calm" to help, which will speed evacuation without blocking me up - but if I forget, then I sometimes struggle with some bowel issues.
Biggest thing for an issue will be the purge of bacteria from the gut that thrive on carbs. Other than that if you have gastrointestinal distress (rapid evacuation) please please please don’t stop your journey. Play with the fat to protein ratio in your eating and try using cold fats or cool. Sometimes rendered fat can have that affect. Check out steak and butter gal, Dr. Berry, Dr. Jason Fung, The carb addiction Doc, and beat diabetes on UA-cam. They all discuss these life styles in depth in one way or another. Oh and Lillie Kane she’s awesome too.
Not sure if this is true but I heard that doctors have an obligation to order the tests you request? If they refuse to honor your requests, ask them to make note of it in your medical records that they won't be honoring your request and why. They might rethink it. 🤷🏻♀️
ldl is not bad cholesterol The key is triglycerides Divide your triglycerides by your HDL and under 1.5 is good regardless of other readings. - apob is the issue within the ldl
@@luk5827 - I saw that a while ago, but then you can get too technical...there is literally nothing really bad about LDL Lets take a different step - if you have a high VO2Max this can combat the fact you smoke (if you smoke) - or that omega 3 is more dangerous having a lack than smoking so its getting a balance...increase VO2 max, don't smoke, eat saturated fat...no carbs - you'll be ok :)
Since I have no concerns about diabetes, should you still have them add a check for your A1C as part of your lipid bloodwork? I’ve never had this check done as part of my routine blood draws.
In another video you stated that you got to a point where you were losing too much weight (very slim). What got you to that point and what were you doing at that time?
Just got my test back after my first month or so of Carnivore. Cholesterol numbers have shot up and set off a number of alarms. Glad to see this info from the Framingham study. Makes me feel a lot better. Total is up to 322 and LDL up to 196. Good I guess is Tri is 81 and HDL is 107. So 107 HDL by 196 LDL puts me at the bottom right of that chart. Makes me feel a bit better. Fasting insulin at 3 also helps I'm guessing.
@@62Sketch Your numbers are far from perfect. I follow no set diet. I eat all types of food in moderation. I try to take the best of all diets and incorporate them into my eating habits. My numbers are not the best yet. However, my total cholesterol is 206 and I am working on that number. My LDL is 124 and trying to get it under 100. My HDL is 70 which is good. My triglycerides are 63 which is good. Anything below 70 is good. My VLDL score is 12 which is good too. Carnivore diet is not good for long term use. I consistently fall into good ranges mostly for all my scores. Carnivores consistently always have high cholesterol and ldl and trigs.
@remogatron1010 again... congratulations, but you seem to have a comprehension problem. I never said the numbers I posted were perfect. The discussion was about how carnivore had raised my numbers. My numbers were perfect before I started carnivore. Read... comprehend.
@@62Sketch What are you doing now? Going keto? Are you against Carnivore now? What is your plan of attack now concerning your diet? Are you going vegan?
Do you have a video on what you purchased at the grocery store? I’m really curious to know what your cupboards look like. I am trying to get on board with this and change my life around but it’s weird to go to the grocery store and not purchase all of the extra items. Should I only be going to the butcher shop? I am 5’5” tall 191 pounds. I’ve put on 60 pounds in the past six years. I’d really like to lose some weight again. But I need to rethink my mind. I would love to see what your fridge/cupboards look like
My wife has severe bipolar depression \anxiety. She has been inpatient hospitalized three times in five years. She is slender. she has glaucoma, heart arythimia, think a methylation issues? Does Judy do this sort of diagnostic blood work? Is there hope of finding the root cause? God bless
Today I found out my cholesterol is 436. Triglycerides 81 LDL 332 HDL 77 CRP is high too. My doctor is very concerned. She said there is a high % of “sticky” cells. I’ve lost 90 pounds since May 2021. I feel better. Off antidepressants. Joints feel great. Should I be concerned? 😳
"High % in sticky cells"? I don't know if it's a lipoprotein subfraction test you refer to. If you haven't got a lipoprotein subfraction test then it's the first thing you should check out. Then you'll be able to see if you have any high density small oxidized LDL-particles.
@@KARIS1961 I think 424 is considered normal or high-normal, don't take my word on it. I've seen info that statins do not affect small-LDL, they only affect large-bouyant. Your large numbers seem to be really high but if I were you I wouldn't live on the statin. You've lost 60 pounds, you've done a great job and you're still on your journey
ks1961ks - Your scores are quite high (European reference in parentheses) Tot. 436 mg/dl = 11,2 mmol/ L (6,0) TGR: 81 mg/dl = 2,1 mmol/ L (1,8) LDL: 332 mg/dl = 8,5 mmol/ L (3,0) HDL: 77 mg/dl = 2,0 mmol/ L (+1,3) CRP high Normally the Triglycerides and CRP are more important when evaluating risk of CVD. Your Triglycerides are not very high. But since your total cholesterol and LDL is that high that's why your doctor has put you on statins. You could ask your doctor for a genetic test to see if you have FH (Familiar Hyperkolerserolemia) or if you are a so called hyperabsorber and lacks the genes ABC G5 and G8. Not everybody are suited for LCHF or carnivore-diet. A hyperabsorber or hyper responder will decrease the cholesterol levels when eating a more balanced diet. Carbs, or more specific, the fibers in carbs blocks the cholesterol uptake in the intestines. Do you have the cholesterol readings from before you went on a carnivore-diet? If you have FH, then you just have to take statins. You should also let your children or/and siblings make the genetic test for FH. You should check your CRP again to see if it was a temporary infection. Otherwise you should try a longer treatment with antibiotics. As Rashan mentioned, statins tends to lower the bigger LDL particles which actually isn't good, but if you have FH then it's no question you must take statins.
People should ask about Carotid Artery Ultrasound Scan or Coronary Artery Calcium Scan. Only they can tell you if your arteries are fine. Cholesterol score is just a snapshot and is easy to manipulate, like Dave Feldman (from cholesterolcode) showed many times.
CAC test is not the be all, end all test. I had it done and the very next day I had a very mild heart attack per visit to ER (troponin test). Luckily, no damage to my heart. SAD diet produced Cholesterol 228 | Trig 140 | HDL 61 | LDL 139 | Chol/HDL Ratio 3.7 (yes, within range of 0.0-5.0). I thought, wow, it will be interesting to see what the results of my CAC test are in 2 weeks. Received results and it said I have a zero percent chance of having any heart event in the next ten years. Hmmm. CAC only shows hardened plaque. Mine was soft plaque and that is the kind that can rupture and kill you (per my cardiologist). Just sayin'. Doing keto now and moving more towards carnivore all the time.
@@KM-os8lb Glad to hear you’re okay! Yeah, I personally don’t care about tests. After what I learned in nursing school and how things are done I no longer visit an allopathic doctor at all. Has been over 4 years. I go on how I feel. Keto 3+ yrs and off all my meds. 🙌🏼 If the way I live my life now hurts my health it is just meant to be. 🤷🏼♀️
hi Laura , can I ask does your hubby drink coffee and have butter ? I've been doing ok on carnivore but I think that the butter coffee i have in the morning is stalling my weight loss . I've decided to quit the coffee and butter ! Mainly to help with my acid reflux . Caffeine withdrawal is a nightmare . best wishes to you all from West Midlands , England UK 🇬🇧 amazing channel 👏
I donate Platelets every month. They do a total cholesterol test when I donate. My last one was 278 total cholesterol. Should I be concerned or is this normal for a person thats been on the carnivore diet.
Laura, you are my guide in the journey where I just cannot lose weight. I lost 15 pounds in 2 weeks. The doctor was shocked I lost so much weight. How much does Judy charge for a complete blood work and analyses? Also, Tonight we went to Olive Garden for dinner and I had a 6 oz steak, herbed Salmon and the little serving of herbed butter. This was my meal after about 16 hours. I only eat one meal a day and am so full I don't even think about food. I cannot wait to see how my blood work is after I lose 50-60 pounds. I have a long ways to go to the finish line but will not eat differently until I reach my goal. Thank you so much. I do have one question? Do you ever cheat and have ice cream or cake or any dessert?
Hi Laura, your videos have inspired me, I made your chicken salad a couple days ago, it’s wonderful. I watch you, Neisha and Dr. Berry and have learned a lot about carnivore lifestyle. I do have a question for you, I’ve seen you sprinkle a larger flaked salt on your meats, what is it, the brand? Thanks for all you do.
I have to say, as someone educated in nutrition and biochemistry, and thus someone who is very much against the idea of a carnivore diet for most people, this video was more balanced than I expected. Totally true that context matters and ratios matter - it does not change the fact that eating a diet that excludes fiber increases colon cancer risk and vLDL/triglyceride increase to risky levels. Exclusion diets like this can be extremely dangerous in the long term, but this video was careful to not over-promote or generate totally bogus anti-vegetarian propaganda, which I appreciate. Short rant - it sounds crazy but I know people that adopt the carnivore diet simply because its not a vegan diet, which in their opinion is a lifestyle choice aligns with a certain political ideology. As with all things, balance is key
this is a fair statement. I'm new to all this but have lost nearly 40 pounds at this point on carnivore. That being said, the tribal zealots who treat the vegan/carnivore feud like Republicans and Democrats are ridiculous and a huge red flag for me. I do what works best for me and it has nothing to do with politics or religion. Why does everything have to be so silly nowadays?
@@luk5827 this is inaccurate. While there are certainly genetic factors as an influence, saturated fat (a generally large fat source in the carnivore diet) does increase both triglycerides and LDL in most humans.
@@12345kaizer Saturated fat increase LDL but not triglycerides . Triglicerydes are increased by high refined carbs and not by saturated fat . LDL it's lipoproteins which transport cholesterol and triglicerydes . LDL it's not cholesterol . LDL it's Lipoproteins ( Low Density Lipoproteins )
Can you tell me if the coconut powder in Re-Lyte electrolyte powder is really ok for the Carnivore diet? My glucose measure goes up the day after I drink it in my water.
We have been on carnivore for a little under 90 days to get my husbands A1C down from 6.0. I am alarmed by his cholesterol & the A1C is the same. His total cholesterol is 400! his LDL is 301! Triglycerides 178 up from 108, HDL 48 up from 44. Should we worry or do we just need to give it more time? Please help
My LDL is 300 my dr slmost fainted. I have been eating carnivore over a year. I don’t eat sugar and eat 1-2 meals a day. I don’t understand why it is so high
I was in KETO for 2 years 500 cholesterol, then carnivore for a year. My cholesterol today is 800+ right now! (My Ratio bet. HDL high and My HDL and TRIGLYCERIDES are perfect! But i still don't know how to lower this number in carnivore! My doctor wanted to prescribe me! I'd said NO!
Just recently subscribed to your channel and saw your mom on an older video I did have a question because I am diabetic how did your mom get off the medication I'm planning to star my carnovor diet June 1st but I'm scared about my sugar thank you
Does this apply to pregnancy too? I’m mostly carnivore, sometimes low carb and just found out I’m pregnant. I’m concerned about what my provider will say if my blood work comes back higher.
Follow “neisha loves it” and keep in mind you dont have to do the glucose tolerance test. Neisha wore a continuous glucose monitor to satisfy her provider.
Hi Laura I just came across your channel and have been inspired to change my way of eating for weight loss and for my mental health. I have a question for you about weight loss, I would like to lose 50lbs but fear I will end up with hanging skin. Can you advise as to how to eliminate this? Looking forward to your response. Cheers
I think the only thing you can do is not lose weight too quickly. Even with that I think extra skin is just a fact of life for someone that loses a significant amount of weight. It might not be as bad as you are thinking it will be, but it might. It all depends on genetics, amount of weight lost etc etc.
You look a lot like my previous manager. Anyways I tried the carnivore diet and really wanted to keep at it but I don’t know I couldn’t. Something was missing and I knew i couldn’t do it forever. Still looking for something that works for me.
@@LauraSpath oh thanks. I'm getting push back to go on a statin. My hdl is 78 my Trig is 74, ldl is 125. I'm insulin resistant but not as bad as I was. Next Tues I'm getting a cac score. I decide what to do once I get the score.
I think you are sending a mixed message with this video. On the one hand you are saying that cholesterol levels don’t matter (this is true, they don’t). But then you go on to talk about this level and that level and therefore compounding the fear of cholesterol. It is now super clear that cholesterol levels are NOT a reliable indicator of heart disease. In fact, the data shows that the lower your cholesterol level, the higher your risk of All Cause Mortality. Why then talk about cholesterol as if it needs to be reduced. It should not.
It's important for people who aren't already bought into this way of eating to understand the numbers and then explain what they mean. Me coming on here and just saying cholesterol is not important is only going to further prove to standard eaters that mine must be bad and I am not healthy.
It's all very confusi g when talking about trucks and little cars for size. I am like you were. A1c high - just a lot of health problems. Like you mom I've had some knee surgeries. I know hers were not her knees. Shoulder and I forget the other one. Thyroid too. I hope and pray she is well. I'm so happy this is working for you. My doctor thinks I ask for test he doesn't think I need. Take care❤
I am really interested in finding a Doctor Who does the key not the keto but the what we do or what you do what I want to do it I’m sorry I’ve had a stroke so I don’t always speak up early or can put the word in there that I want Carn well you know what I mean please of a help me with this out of thank you God bless I love you
Looking at HDL and LDL, on its own, isn't that useful. People think of HDL as the "good" cholesterol and LDL as the "bad" cholesterol, but that's really an oversimplification. Within HDL, we have HDL-2 particles which are the large and buoyant molecules that are protective. Then, we have the HDL-3 particles which are the small and dense particles that are inflammatory and anti-athrogenic. Within LDL, we have LDL-A molecules which are the buoyant, fluffy molecules that do no damage whatsoever, as long a they're not damaged by oxidation, and we have LDL-B molecules which are the small, hard, and dense molecules that promote atherosclerosis. So, looking at cholesterol by itself without a particle density test is pretty useless. You can have low LDL and high HDL, but if the pattern of HDL is that of a high proportion of HDL-3 molecules and the pattern of LDL is that of a high proportion of LDL-B molecules, then it will be worse than for someone who has low HDL and high LDL but who has a patten of a high proportion HDL-2 molecules and LDL-A molecules. Furthermore, study published in the American Heart Journal, which was supported by the American Heart Association, analyzed data from 136,905 patients hospitalized for heart attacks between 2000 and 2006 and what the researchers had found was that 72.1% of the patients had LDL levels less than the current LDL cholesterol target to be considered at risk (130mg/dL). The researchers also found that half of the patients with a history of heart disease had LDL cholesterol levels lower than 100 mg/dL, and 17.6 percent of patients had LDL levels below 70 mg/dL, which are guideline targets for LDL cholesterol in those at fair risk and at high risk for cardiovascular disease.
02:42 Total cholesterol 230 should be below 199 [Very high risk of heart disease] 2:54 LDL (aka bad cholesrerol) 155 Should be below 100 [borderline high risk of heart disease]
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I would bet that Farmingham? study did not have a ketogenic group! Dave Feldman's current study on a minority ketogenic subset of @LeanMassHyperResponders might show this entirely new category that could defy previous thinking. Since I personally appear to be in that confounding very high LDL/very high HDL & very low TG category, I am crossing my fingers that the second year scans may even show regression (while in sustained ketosis) in atherosclerotic calcium plaque scores!???
Hi Laura my mom was eating carnivore and her cholesterol came back at like 400 and is scared know. What is considered normal range for ldl, triglycerides etc to know if her number are at a normal range? Would really appreciate the info. Thank you
SHOCKED my doctor with my panel after telling her I was low carb/keto and got the typical " that diet is not healthy and your markers are going to be high." My total was 184, LDL 95, HDL 77 and triglycerides 57. My A1C went from 5.9 to 5.2 and I have dropped 60 pounds.
Just curious to know how long you had been carnivore prior to labs. From my experience, blood work gets worse before it gets better (worse while still losing weight but the labs seem to level off after hitting goal weight).
@@KM-os8lb , I have been keto for 2 yrs. I am slowly working into carnivore. I also take berberine 1 to 2 times per week to help with glucose and cholesterol. I have never had issues with cholesterol, but my BG was slowly rising toward being type 2 diabetic.
Dr Berry utube would b so proud.
@@Coffeeismyhappyplace , I watch him, Dr. Cywes and Dr. Fung and have learned a great deal about becoming healthy.
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I'm glad you mentioned how, when obese, you have so many other health issues that people's immediate concern w/ cholesterol feels silly. No one says anything about the risk of diabetes when I grab a pint of ice cream but the second I eat a stack of burgers for breakfast, they're worried about my health lol.
Laura you are so articulate and relatable. Appreciate all your thoughts and info.
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I'm so lame. I had seen some of your original videos. I'm so greatful to find your channel now. God bless always, I know both of you have made a big difference in my life and the lives of many more people!
Thank you always!
Laura, I have followed you from. The beginning.
I have lost 31 pounds mostly zero carbs.
I have done carnivore for many months a few years ago.
Thank you!!!
I learned carnivore, intermittent fasting, dry fasting, etc.from you.
You are my role model.
Bless you beautiful girl!!!
You are the sweetest!! Keep it up you are doing amazing!!!
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This is what happened to me. Went to the Doc in 2015 said I was pre diabetic and a very high A1C need to start metformin immediately. I didn't. Went on Keto then carnivore. Went back to my doctor in 2016, I had lost 100lbs, got abs for the first time in my life, felt great, normal A1c, No longer pre diabetic. But wait, my cholesterol went up for the first time in my life and I need to get on a statin asap and stop eating so much eggs and meat or serious consequences. Can't win. I choose to feel good. My cholesterol that they wanted to immediately put me on a statin for 230 cholesterol what yours is now. Never high before but this one test meant I needed to be on one immediately. I choose to feel good instead
🙄 exactly. And likely no digging deeper other than just that total cholesterol number.
high cholesterol is healthy. I'm a pharmacist and I implore everyone to stay away from the mainstream medical system that is literally killing you and steering you to chronic disease and MISINFORMATION. They JUST want you on a daily, lifetime, never-ending prescription (or non-prescription for that matter..."supplemlements" are no different). Stay away from the petro-product pill-pushing pimps in the white coats.
And don’t forget typically they just calculate the LDL they don’t really get exact numbers on that. Or at least one of the super food docs mentioned this. And by supper food I mean 3BE whoop whoop not today carbs not today!!!
What doctors fail to realize is that cholesterol is a risk factor. There is no evidence it causes any ill health. Being a risk factor all you need is one positive risk factor to cancel it out.
Wait for your A1c level to go back up because it’s going to it’s an evitable on an animal-based diet even with low carbohydrate
Excellent, two individuals that should be more exposed to both the public and physicians nationally. Thank you.
@ Ron Emmerson. Thank you, you speak my mind perfectly. I used to work for the American College of Physicians, (second only to the AMA), I want to wear a screen like a protest sandwich sign from 60s war protests, blaring this vlog. Tourists will flood Independence Hall Park this coming summer. Silly I know, but IT IS HOW I FEEL. This whole Dave Feldman, Dr. E. Westman, Dr. Ken Berry, Nina Teicholtz Big Fat Lie, crusade is my "vietnam war protest".
Thank you ☺️ I’m interested in all the testing.
Thank you for your videos. It take time and you have a family. Your story is inspiring. I currently do keto. Always looking to learn more. Looking fwd to doing more blood work soon. Doctor wanted me to go on statin for the last 3 years. Total cholesterol 230. I said no, but just decided it time to change my eating lifestyle. I like natural medicines better. No side effects but needed to make a change. Again. Thanks for doing what you do.
" Dietary cholesterol is no longer a nutrient of concern " is what was stated , so eat up !
I saw studies that showed low carb and avoiding sugar made the ldl the big fluffy kind that doesnt cause harm . So you probably dont have the small ldl anymore !! Good job Laura love ya
Thanks for all you do!
Almost every patient can access their lab work online from the health care center you go to with a passcode from the office. There you can read and learn all about your health and study what it means. I have a CBC once a year and I stay up on it. Yes, mine is super high LDL, however my triglycerides and HDL is great. LDL stand's for lousy lipids, HDL healthy lipids, triglycerides are clogging the arteries.
I too, refused statins.
Most doctors want to dictate not use teamwork.
I feel awesome 😎
Hi Laura just saw this. Great advice and education. Keep the education coming! 🥰
5:05 to 5:58 is the encapsulation of the last two years of my life. THANK YOU for the validation! I will share this with my family and friends; instead of me fumbling for words. Again, thank you for your life changing, life saving work!
Absolutely love your channel you helped me beat severe diabetes
You did all the hard work!! 👏👏🎉 Bravo!!
@@LauraSpath maybe so but without people like you and your husband I never would have believed in social media doctors as easily. My A1C was 9.8 three to four weeks after I started carnivore and so I would assume when I was told I was diabetic without it I was well over 10.0. Fasting glucose was 285 now my A1C is 4.9 and down from a 42” to a 34” waist (if I want them tight fitting jeans). Thanks again and god Bless.
Thanks just ordered an NMR test!
The most important test is (coronary calcium score ) it tells the most about your arteries health..
Thank you Laura and Judy!
Outstanding! Thank you Laura for this great content! Looking forward to the next parts.
Have you considered seeing blood work that would cover essential vitamins and minerals in the body? To see if there are any deficiencies there on a carnivore diet.
Yes we did those as well and I included that in the longer video in my Locals group. Everything looked great but Judy suggests not using bloodwork for minerals for more accuracy
As long as I feel fine I am not going to worry about it. I trust the diet. I do add fruits and on rare occasions veggies.
What if your body makes the bad cholesterol? Should we go on a statin if we are strict carnivore but LDL is over 200?
Perfect timing on info. Thx 4 sharing!
Carnivore sounds amazing to me. When I think about other low calorie, low carb, low whatever diets it really feels like a “diet” to me. But trying carnivore actually makes me WANT to because I really think I’ll enjoy it and it’ll work for me. But my family has history of heart issues which has made me skeptical to try this. Thanks for the education & encouragement!
did you try it? If yes, how did it go?
@@MauriceGucci I get better scores than them and not on any diet. I eat foods from carnivore, vegan and keto.
I need a Judy Cho! : )
Thank you for helping us in this education!💖🥰🇨🇦🙏🏼💜🍗🥓🥩🍖
Fellow 🇨🇦
Thank You for posting this. This is timely for me.
Thank you for this. I just got labs and my total & LDL numbers were high. I am certain that the DR is going to come back with some nonsense. My ratios with HDL actually look good and I have never felt this good in my life.
Since being on a high fat diet and eating a lot of eggs my cholesterol went from 194 to 167. My trigliserides
went from 131 to 118. My LDL went from 125 to 104. My non LDL went from 150 to 125.
And I lost 40lbs.
44 waist to 36.
That's because your diet before was 100 times worse if your waist was 44 inches. You could have done the exact same by eating a well more balanced diet and replacing most of the meat with oily fish. The diet you're eating now is not balanced at all.
Just because you lose weight doesn't mean it's good for you. Exactly the same happened to me on a keto diet. Went from 71kg to 57kg. I stopped the diet and now I've been eating more complex carbs like porridge in the morning and fish vegetables and other seafood. I still eat some chicken but not often.
My diet is at least 50% carbs and my weight is still exactly the same, 57kg.
It's nothing at all to do with the carbs if they aren't refined carbs. If you eat refined carbs with added sugar and fat all together like in something like chocolate chip cookies then yes, you will definitely put weight on.
@@ukmark9211 well said, I get good scores eating like your diet
@@ukmark9211 yep, carnivore diet is quite extreme and sub optimal but for many it can be still be much better than what they ate before because their former diet was poison ,ultra processed fast carbs, trans fats, barely any vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds or healthy fats...
the weightloss and better insulin sensitivity are the benefits that many get from carnivore diet and by all means those things have significant impact on your health if you were obese and diabetic/prediabetic but all these could have been achieved in a more healthy way without risking high LDL and coronary heart disease down the line and starving yourself from antioxidants, micro nutrients and healthy gut microbiome...
@@BridgeTROLL777 I totally agree. It's better than what they were previously eating. That's where I think the main problem is. They believe it's the perfect diet because of the drastic improvements they see, so they refuse to believe there is any downside to it whatsoever.
@@ukmark9211 Exactly, and I dont blame them getting so much visible benefits from the diet can "blind" anyone to contradicting information and Carnivore community is riddled with confirmation bias, which reinforces this notion. For instance the influencers some of whom are doctors cherry pick research that supports their bias and reject very credible body of research including RCTs and meta analysis of RCTs that show that high intake of saturated fats and high ldl cholesterol are a significant risk in terms of cardiovascular diseases.... Then there are carnivore influencers who dont have scientific literacy at all and they make completely absurd inferences from science papers to bolster their bias...
Many on the extreme carnivore diet are going to have a rude awakening down the line...
While the numbers are good indicators of what is in your bloodstream, what is MORE important is what they are doing inside your arteries. I recently had an arterial plaque test done, and it showed a little CALCIUM buildup in my heart. I always thought the plaque that would cause obstruction came from fat. But calcium blockages are caused by sugar. I was told by the doctor that once it forms, it cannot be removed. I hope this isn't true, but nevertheless, it seems like doctors are more concerned about fat in your blood than sugar. But as I understand it, blockages caused by fat in your arteries CAN be reduced and dissolved. The trick is to make sure they don't form in the first place.
So my question to you is, regardless of what your cholesterol numbers are, what is happening within your arteries? Have you ever imaged them to find out?
It's not true . Calcium deposits can be removed with drinking at least a gallon of distilled water everyday
So what happened to the LDL particle sizes did they improve.
Hi Laura, could you possibly share a typical shopping list, or maybe a grocery haul, that shows how much meat you purchase, how long it lasts, and for how often you shop? I think that would be really helpful. I’m on OMAD currently, but have naturally begun just eating more meat than anything else, and I’m really considering making the switch fully. I just think having some perspective on how to shop would be super helpful! Also, I’m curious about vitamins? Do you have to supplement any vitamins because of your diet? I’ve been really curious! Thanks! XX
So ive been carnivore/ksto fkr 3.5 months. Less than 30 carbs a day. My triglycerides went up. (195) im confused.
i’ve been doing low carb but I’m trying to convince myself to do carnivore.
Your skin is so pretty!
I just discovered your channel and have only recently been looking at carnivore - I'm currently keto-esque.
Was curious if you've had any issues with the lack of fiber in the carnivore diet? And do you address this detail in any of your videos?
I currently practice OMAD for one week (when I have my boys with me) with a keto-esque lifestyle and on the alternate week (when my boys are not with me) I fast 3-5 days and then go back to OMAD/keto-esque.
U need to check out Dr Berry & Mindy PELZ utube channels. 2 different channels. They have all the info u need. It’s called KETOVOIR
Search Paul Mason on here. He's the only person who did any real study on fibre and all it does is block you up and cause constipation. Much like carbs, nobody needs fibre. Its another myth.
As to fiber, once adapted, my gut does way better on essentially zero fiber! My IBS is gone! Any more than occasional lettuce, sets me off and cruciferous veggies are an absolute no no for me, but I didn’t realize that until I stopped for a while, then tried them again! Last time I “experimented” by eating 2 bites of broccoli, I regretted it for almost two weeks! But you will need to be patient while you adapt. Make sure you stay hydrated. What does keto-esque mean to you, as in what in general are you eating?
@@VeldaE12 Keto-esque meaning that I'm not as "fat obsessed" as most of the Keto-world. I also enjoy tomatoes, peanuts and berries fairly frequently. This is also my concern with staying on pure carnivore. I like steamed broccoli, onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, asparagus, berries and soft cheeses (like cream cheese).
Today - mind you, after a 4 day fast - I had rotisserie chicken, steamed broccoli, cucumbers, strawberries and cottage cheese. Tonight for dinner I have salmon thawing with a bunch of purple asparagus I picked up at the store today.
I have had issues with constipation on my keto-esque journey, which is why I'm concerned, and why I have regular cucumber and steamed broccoli. I take "Natural Calm" to help, which will speed evacuation without blocking me up - but if I forget, then I sometimes struggle with some bowel issues.
Biggest thing for an issue will be the purge of bacteria from the gut that thrive on carbs. Other than that if you have gastrointestinal distress (rapid evacuation) please please please don’t stop your journey. Play with the fat to protein ratio in your eating and try using cold fats or cool. Sometimes rendered fat can have that affect. Check out steak and butter gal, Dr. Berry, Dr. Jason Fung, The carb addiction Doc, and beat diabetes on UA-cam. They all discuss these life styles in depth in one way or another. Oh and Lillie Kane she’s awesome too.
I didn't see anywhere on cholesterol code where to input your numbers
Not sure if this is true but I heard that doctors have an obligation to order the tests you request? If they refuse to honor your requests, ask them to make note of it in your medical records that they won't be honoring your request and why. They might rethink it. 🤷🏻♀️
Hi Laura, I just found your channel and finished watching the videos with you and your Mom. She is about my age and I was wondering how she's doing?
Me too actually. It gives perspective for me as I’m only in my thirties and I wonder if the benefits truly keep going and going and going.
I have asked about her mother - but never got a response. Maybe she never read my question. I would love to know how her mother is doing. ❤
ldl is not bad cholesterol
The key is triglycerides
Divide your triglycerides by your HDL and under 1.5 is good regardless of other readings. - apob is the issue within the ldl
But high LDL will make high apoB also . And apoB can be lowered with low carb and low saturated fat .
@@luk5827 but your body needs saturated fat for energy...why lower it ? - Eat Fat to burn fat - I lost 100lbs...eating FAT and Meat
@@Unique_Monk Look it Peter Attia about how to lower apoB .
@@luk5827 - I saw that a while ago, but then you can get too technical...there is literally nothing really bad about LDL
Lets take a different step - if you have a high VO2Max this can combat the fact you smoke (if you smoke) - or that omega 3 is more dangerous having a lack than smoking so its getting a balance...increase VO2 max, don't smoke, eat saturated fat...no carbs - you'll be ok :)
I have seen readings of people into their 90's and 100's with LDL levels over 300, one at 430...
Since I have no concerns about diabetes, should you still have them add a check for your A1C as part of your lipid bloodwork? I’ve never had this check done as part of my routine blood draws.
In another video you stated that you got to a point where you were losing too much weight (very slim). What got you to that point and what were you doing at that time?
Just got my test back after my first month or so of Carnivore. Cholesterol numbers have shot up and set off a number of alarms. Glad to see this info from the Framingham study. Makes me feel a lot better. Total is up to 322 and LDL up to 196. Good I guess is Tri is 81 and HDL is 107. So 107 HDL by 196 LDL puts me at the bottom right of that chart. Makes me feel a bit better. Fasting insulin at 3 also helps I'm guessing.
My numbers are better than yours with no set diet. I eat anything in moderation.
@remogatron1010 Cograts to you. Not sure what your point is though. My numbers were considered perfect when I ate a balanced even unhealthy diet.
@@62Sketch
Your numbers are far from perfect. I follow no set diet. I eat all types of food in moderation. I try to take the best of all diets and incorporate them into my eating habits. My numbers are not the best yet. However, my total cholesterol is 206 and I am working on that number. My LDL is 124 and trying to get it under 100. My HDL is 70 which is good. My triglycerides are 63 which is good. Anything below 70 is good. My VLDL score is 12 which is good too.
Carnivore diet is not good for long term use. I consistently fall into good ranges mostly for all my scores. Carnivores consistently always have high cholesterol and ldl and trigs.
@remogatron1010 again... congratulations, but you seem to have a comprehension problem. I never said the numbers I posted were perfect. The discussion was about how carnivore had raised my numbers. My numbers were perfect before I started carnivore. Read... comprehend.
@@62Sketch
What are you doing now? Going keto? Are you against Carnivore now?
What is your plan of attack now concerning your diet? Are you going vegan?
Do you have a video on what you purchased at the grocery store? I’m really curious to know what your cupboards look like. I am trying to get on board with this and change my life around but it’s weird to go to the grocery store and not purchase all of the extra items. Should I only be going to the butcher shop? I am 5’5” tall 191 pounds. I’ve put on 60 pounds in the past six years. I’d really like to lose some weight again. But I need to rethink my mind. I would love to see what your fridge/cupboards look like
Your carnivore diet is so unique and intriguing!!! I can’t stop watching your videos!
Was her ldl particle size and triglyceride number revealed? Did I miss it?
Good stuff
My wife has severe bipolar depression \anxiety. She has been inpatient hospitalized three times in five years. She is slender. she has glaucoma, heart arythimia, think a methylation issues? Does Judy do this sort of diagnostic blood work? Is there hope of finding the root cause? God bless
Today I found out my cholesterol is 436.
Triglycerides 81
LDL 332
HDL 77
CRP is high too.
My doctor is very concerned. She said there is a high % of “sticky” cells.
I’ve lost 90 pounds since May 2021. I feel better. Off antidepressants. Joints feel great.
Should I be concerned? 😳
"High % in sticky cells"?
I don't know if it's a lipoprotein subfraction test you refer to.
If you haven't got a lipoprotein subfraction test then it's the first thing you should check out.
Then you'll be able to see if you have any high density small oxidized LDL-particles.
@@acke26 I got that test done, Acke.
Large is 7148 and Small is 424. The small count is why she put me on a statin.
@@KARIS1961 I think 424 is considered normal or high-normal, don't take my word on it. I've seen info that statins do not affect small-LDL, they only affect large-bouyant. Your large numbers seem to be really high but if I were you I wouldn't live on the statin. You've lost 60 pounds, you've done a great job and you're still on your journey
ks1961ks - Your scores are quite high
(European reference in parentheses)
Tot. 436 mg/dl = 11,2 mmol/ L (6,0)
TGR: 81 mg/dl = 2,1 mmol/ L (1,8)
LDL: 332 mg/dl = 8,5 mmol/ L (3,0)
HDL: 77 mg/dl = 2,0 mmol/ L (+1,3)
CRP high
Normally the Triglycerides and CRP are more important when evaluating risk of CVD. Your Triglycerides are not very high.
But since your total cholesterol and LDL is that high that's why your doctor has put you on statins.
You could ask your doctor for a genetic test to see if you have FH (Familiar Hyperkolerserolemia) or if you are a so called hyperabsorber and lacks the genes ABC G5 and G8.
Not everybody are suited for LCHF or carnivore-diet. A hyperabsorber or hyper responder will decrease the cholesterol levels when eating a more balanced diet. Carbs, or more specific, the fibers in carbs blocks the cholesterol uptake in the intestines.
Do you have the cholesterol readings from before you went on a carnivore-diet?
If you have FH, then you just have to take statins. You should also let your children or/and siblings make the genetic test for FH.
You should check your CRP again to see if it was a temporary infection. Otherwise you should try a longer treatment with antibiotics.
As Rashan mentioned, statins tends to lower the bigger LDL particles which actually isn't good, but if you have FH then it's no question you must take statins.
@@acke26 Thank you. 💕
Alas, HDL isn't very protective, but high HDL is associated with increased risk for dementia.
How???
During that 1st year, did your Dr try to get you to stop carnivore or go on meds to lower cholesterol? If yes, how did you respond?
People should ask about Carotid Artery Ultrasound Scan or Coronary Artery Calcium Scan. Only they can tell you if your arteries are fine.
Cholesterol score is just a snapshot and is easy to manipulate, like Dave Feldman (from cholesterolcode) showed many times.
I honestly can't get anyone to run one for me since I am in my 30s. But I agree that's a great thing to get tested.
My husband has tried to get a CAC and they flat out tell him no. The last time they said it’s only used for athletes 🙄.
@@Adentalgrl Do Carotid Artery Ultrasound Scan. It's not expensive as CAC scan and tells almost the same about the artery health.
CAC test is not the be all, end all test. I had it done and the very next day I had a very mild heart attack per visit to ER (troponin test). Luckily, no damage to my heart. SAD diet produced Cholesterol 228 | Trig 140 | HDL 61 | LDL 139 | Chol/HDL Ratio 3.7 (yes, within range of 0.0-5.0). I thought, wow, it will be interesting to see what the results of my CAC test are in 2 weeks. Received results and it said I have a zero percent chance of having any heart event in the next ten years. Hmmm. CAC only shows hardened plaque. Mine was soft plaque and that is the kind that can rupture and kill you (per my cardiologist). Just sayin'. Doing keto now and moving more towards carnivore all the time.
@@KM-os8lb
Glad to hear you’re okay!
Yeah, I personally don’t care about tests. After what I learned in nursing school and how things are done I no longer visit an allopathic doctor at all. Has been over 4 years. I go on how I feel. Keto 3+ yrs and off all my meds. 🙌🏼 If the way I live my life now hurts my health it is just meant to be. 🤷🏼♀️
hi Laura , can I ask does your hubby drink coffee and have butter ?
I've been doing ok on carnivore but I think that the butter coffee i have in the morning is stalling my weight loss . I've decided to quit the coffee and butter ! Mainly to help with my acid reflux . Caffeine withdrawal is a nightmare . best wishes to you all from West Midlands , England UK 🇬🇧
amazing channel 👏
I do not
@@chrisspath thanks Chris 👍
Congratulations 🎉
I donate Platelets every month. They do a total cholesterol test when I donate. My last one was 278 total cholesterol. Should I be concerned or is this normal for a person thats been on the carnivore diet.
Laura, you are my guide in the journey where I just cannot lose weight. I lost 15 pounds in 2 weeks. The doctor was shocked I lost so much weight. How much does Judy charge for a complete blood work and analyses? Also, Tonight we went to Olive Garden for dinner and I had a 6 oz steak, herbed Salmon and the little serving of herbed butter. This was my meal after about 16 hours. I only eat one meal a day and am so full I don't even think about food. I cannot wait to see how my blood work is after I lose 50-60 pounds. I have a long ways to go to the finish line but will not eat differently until I reach my goal. Thank you so much. I do have one question? Do you ever cheat and have ice cream or cake or any dessert?
my LDL is high but triglicerides low and HDL good. ratio matters
Hi Laura, your videos have inspired me, I made your chicken salad a couple days ago, it’s wonderful. I watch you, Neisha and Dr. Berry and have learned a lot about carnivore lifestyle. I do have a question for you, I’ve seen you sprinkle a larger flaked salt on your meats, what is it, the brand? Thanks for all you do.
It's Cyprus flake sea salt. You can find it here. www.amazon.com/shop/lauraespath
@@chrisspath thank you.
I have to say, as someone educated in nutrition and biochemistry, and thus someone who is very much against the idea of a carnivore diet for most people, this video was more balanced than I expected. Totally true that context matters and ratios matter - it does not change the fact that eating a diet that excludes fiber increases colon cancer risk and vLDL/triglyceride increase to risky levels. Exclusion diets like this can be extremely dangerous in the long term, but this video was careful to not over-promote or generate totally bogus anti-vegetarian propaganda, which I appreciate.
Short rant - it sounds crazy but I know people that adopt the carnivore diet simply because its not a vegan diet, which in their opinion is a lifestyle choice aligns with a certain political ideology. As with all things, balance is key
this is a fair statement. I'm new to all this but have lost nearly 40 pounds at this point on carnivore. That being said, the tribal zealots who treat the vegan/carnivore feud like Republicans and Democrats are ridiculous and a huge red flag for me.
I do what works best for me and it has nothing to do with politics or religion. Why does everything have to be so silly nowadays?
Triglycerides will not increase with carnivore diet . High refined carbs will increase the triglycerides and not the fat or proteins .
@@luk5827 this is inaccurate. While there are certainly genetic factors as an influence, saturated fat (a generally large fat source in the carnivore diet) does increase both triglycerides and LDL in most humans.
@@12345kaizer Saturated fat increase LDL but not triglycerides . Triglicerydes are increased by high refined carbs and not by saturated fat . LDL it's lipoproteins which transport cholesterol and triglicerydes . LDL it's not cholesterol . LDL it's Lipoproteins ( Low Density Lipoproteins )
What test do we request of our Dr to find out the particle size of the ldl?
People really still think cholesterol is "bad". ??? Wow. I had no idea people were still that deluded.
Can’t fix a road without pavement and a road crew! But people forget that’s cholesterol in the most simple of terms.
Can you tell me if the coconut powder in Re-Lyte electrolyte powder is really ok for the Carnivore diet? My glucose measure goes up the day after I drink it in my water.
We have been on carnivore for a little under 90 days to get my husbands A1C down from 6.0. I am alarmed by his cholesterol & the A1C is the same. His total cholesterol is 400! his LDL is 301! Triglycerides 178 up from 108, HDL 48 up from 44. Should we worry or do we just need to give it more time? Please help
Any updates?
Why are people asking UA-cam chat for medical advice?
My LDL is 300 my dr slmost fainted. I have been eating carnivore over a year. I don’t eat sugar and eat 1-2 meals a day. I don’t understand why it is so high
probably because you're very lean.
you maybe be a hyper responder...google high cholesterol carnivore hyper responder
I just passed my 3 year anniversary.
Happy Carniversary!!
What's your ApoB? That's a key marker.
I was in KETO for 2 years 500 cholesterol, then carnivore for a year. My cholesterol today is 800+ right now! (My Ratio bet. HDL high and My HDL and TRIGLYCERIDES are perfect! But i still don't know how to lower this number in carnivore! My doctor wanted to prescribe me! I'd said NO!
Just recently subscribed to your channel and saw your mom on an older video I did have a question because I am diabetic how did your mom get off the medication I'm planning to star my carnovor diet June 1st but I'm scared about my sugar thank you
Dear Ana u need Dr Berry utube channel. U can get off your meds rather quickly with KETOVOIR or carnivore.
My total cholesterol is 387 but ratio is within average range.
Shopping list, go. Please?
great video
did i miss it they never mentioned triglycerides
What's her triglycerides? Was it mentioned? Did I miss it?
94
Just dabbling with this so please forgive my stupid questions. Where do you get antioxidants from with meat only?
It's in the meat but more abundantly in organ meats/supplements
total non-HDL cholesterol and ApoB 100 are more accurate measure for cvd risk, so I've been told.
I wonder if this diet will he acceptable for ulcerative colitis I'm on no meds currently plant based
Try it and you will have your answer
I'm new to you channel. I'm confused, do you only eat meat in the beginning? Can I eat eggs ?
Yes eggs are great
Does this apply to pregnancy too? I’m mostly carnivore, sometimes low carb and just found out I’m pregnant. I’m concerned about what my provider will say if my blood work comes back higher.
Go to Dr Berry utube & his wife NEISHA channels. She is 7 months pregnant. They r Very KETOVOIR. Carnivore.
Awesome! When I was pregnant I just told OB I don't eat sweets or starches. Didn't want to say the K' word
Follow “neisha loves it” and keep in mind you dont have to do the glucose tolerance test. Neisha wore a continuous glucose monitor to satisfy her provider.
Kelly Hogan ( myzerocarblife)has been carnivore for 13 years & has 3 carnivore babies. Whoot whoot
Also go find Dr Fit and Fabulous. OB and Keto.
There's a lot of literature out there that disputes cholesterol and heart disease.
Did she mention what her triglycerides were?
Hi Laura I just came across your channel and have been inspired to change my way of eating for weight loss and for my mental health. I have a question for you about weight loss, I would like to lose 50lbs but fear I will end up with hanging skin. Can you advise as to how to eliminate this? Looking forward to your response. Cheers
Would you rather have the extra 50 pounds or some loose skin?
I think the only thing you can do is not lose weight too quickly. Even with that I think extra skin is just a fact of life for someone that loses a significant amount of weight. It might not be as bad as you are thinking it will be, but it might. It all depends on genetics, amount of weight lost etc etc.
What were your triglycerides?
Awesome 👏
I think those readings you took are great how about a reading on a colonoscopy how are you doing there
You look a lot like my previous manager. Anyways I tried the carnivore diet and really wanted to keep at it but I don’t know I couldn’t. Something was missing and I knew i couldn’t do it forever. Still looking for something that works for me.
On the carnivore diet where do you get fiber from? Don't you get constipated?
Fiber requirement is another lie. Dont need it if you aren’t Cheating on the carnivore style. Stools are smaller, and no issues.
Good video🏆👍
So what were your triglycerides? Bummer I have to subscribe to something else to find out. I’m sure your number is good though.
One of yall is going to have a damn heart attack on this damn diet. We are not carnivores.
tell that to your caveman ancestors
How do you know you had large particles
Wait! What was the triglyceride number? I must have missed it!
94 👍
Bummer. Sad you didn't mention trig but thanks for sharing.
Sorry we said under 100 but we both didn't realize we didn't. My triglycerides are 94.
@@LauraSpath oh thanks. I'm getting push back to go on a statin. My hdl is 78 my Trig is 74, ldl is 125. I'm insulin resistant but not as bad as I was. Next Tues I'm getting a cac score. I decide what to do once I get the score.
I think you are sending a mixed message with this video. On the one hand you are saying that cholesterol levels don’t matter (this is true, they don’t). But then you go on to talk about this level and that level and therefore compounding the fear of cholesterol. It is now super clear that cholesterol levels are NOT a reliable indicator of heart disease. In fact, the data shows that the lower your cholesterol level, the higher your risk of All Cause Mortality. Why then talk about cholesterol as if it needs to be reduced. It should not.
It's important for people who aren't already bought into this way of eating to understand the numbers and then explain what they mean. Me coming on here and just saying cholesterol is not important is only going to further prove to standard eaters that mine must be bad and I am not healthy.
@@LauraSpath oh boy you're so good to respond so professionally. I would have told Alec to get back to his fruit and veg and not using those words 😂
It's all very confusi g when talking about trucks and little cars for size. I am like you were. A1c high - just a lot of health problems. Like you mom I've had some knee surgeries. I know hers were not her knees. Shoulder and I forget the other one. Thyroid too. I hope and pray she is well. I'm so happy this is working for you. My doctor thinks I ask for test he doesn't think I need. Take care❤
because people keep asking her what her numbers are
Is eating jalapeño poppers ok on keto or carnivore? I do use creamcheese and wrap them in bacon.
Is a jalapeno an animal?
I think it’s ok on keto
@@starkeymorgan4142 this comment got me. 😆
@@starkeymorgan4142 I just ate a pickle. Will I be ok?
if you google keto jalapeno poppers, you will find a lot of recipes
I am really interested in finding a Doctor Who does the key not the keto but the what we do or what you do what I want to do it I’m sorry I’ve had a stroke so I don’t always speak up early or can put the word in there that I want Carn well you know what I mean please of a help me with this out of thank you God bless I love you
I watched one of your other videos and you state that you started with Keto? I think you said this was in 2019? Did some facts change since then?
I watched this several times and can't catch what she said the LDL should be. ??
Looking at HDL and LDL, on its own, isn't that useful. People think of HDL as the "good" cholesterol and LDL as the "bad" cholesterol, but that's really an oversimplification.
Within HDL, we have HDL-2 particles which are the large and buoyant molecules that are protective. Then, we have the HDL-3 particles which are the small and dense particles that are inflammatory and anti-athrogenic.
Within LDL, we have LDL-A molecules which are the buoyant, fluffy molecules that do no damage whatsoever, as long a they're not damaged by oxidation, and we have LDL-B molecules which are the small, hard, and dense molecules that promote atherosclerosis.
So, looking at cholesterol by itself without a particle density test is pretty useless. You can have low LDL and high HDL, but if the pattern of HDL is that of a high proportion of HDL-3 molecules and the pattern of LDL is that of a high proportion of LDL-B molecules, then it will be worse than for someone who has low HDL and high LDL but who has a patten of a high proportion HDL-2 molecules and LDL-A molecules.
Furthermore, study published in the American Heart Journal, which was supported by the American Heart Association, analyzed data from 136,905 patients hospitalized for heart attacks between 2000 and 2006 and what the researchers had found was that 72.1% of the patients had LDL levels less than the current LDL cholesterol target to be considered at risk (130mg/dL).
The researchers also found that half of the patients with a history of heart disease had LDL cholesterol levels lower than 100 mg/dL, and 17.6 percent of patients had LDL levels below 70 mg/dL, which are guideline targets for LDL cholesterol in those at fair risk and at high risk for cardiovascular disease.
Did u put any weight back on in 4 years?
02:42 Total cholesterol 230 should be below 199 [Very high risk of heart disease]
2:54 LDL (aka bad cholesrerol) 155
Should be below 100 [borderline high risk of heart disease]
ok then how come total was 300 until the fat fear years started?
Doctors respond better with scientific studies. I need that chart.