Welcome back to the meat diaries.
If you missed Part 1, I spent the first two weeks adjusting to life without carbs, sugar, or anything that grows in the ground. It was a wild start—foggy brain, random cravings, and then this sudden clarity. By Day 14, I was feeling stronger, leaner, and honestly a little surprised at how much I wasn’t missing my old way of eating.
But what happened during the final stretch?
Here’s the recap.
Day 15–18: The Groove
At this point, eating meat-only felt... normal. I wasn’t having to think about meals all the time. No food guilt, no overanalyzing labels. It was just: Is it meat? Cool. Let’s eat.
I was rotating through ribeyes, flat iron steaks, chicken breasts, and ground beef. I added in some liver (not my favorite, but man, it's nutrient-dense), and a few eggs here and there. Salt, pepper, butter. Simple.
My gym sessions? On fire. I had consistent energy, no crashes, and my recovery time was faster than ever. I was lifting heavier with more focus. I didn’t expect a zero-carb diet to enhance my workouts, but it did.
Day 19–22: Mind Games
This is when the mental challenge kicked in—not because I was struggling physically, but because the idea of never having pizza or tacos again felt a little intense. I didn’t even want them... but I started thinking about food differently.
Food had always been emotional for me—comfort, celebration, distraction. Now it was fuel. And that shift in mindset was both empowering and weirdly sobering.
But cravings? Gone. No sugar urges, no mindless snacking. Just hunger when it was time to eat—and full satisfaction afterward.
Day 23–26: Unexpected Perks
Here’s where things got interesting.
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My skin was glowing. Not exaggerating. Fewer breakouts, smoother complexion.
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My mood was better. I felt more even, less reactive, more calm.
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Sleep was next-level. I was out like a light by 10 p.m. and waking up before my alarm.
Plus, I’d dropped another 3 pounds (8 total), and my waist was visibly tighter. Strength was up. No muscle loss—if anything, I looked and felt stronger.
I wasn’t taking supplements, shakes, or pre-workouts. Just meat, water, salt, and a cup of black coffee in the morning. That’s it.
Day 27–30: The Finish Line
The last few days felt like I had reached some kind of primal reset. I wasn’t thinking about the diet anymore—it had become second nature. I was in tune with my hunger, no energy dips, and my gym performance was still climbing.
But I also started thinking about what’s next. Do I stay carnivore forever? Do I reintroduce carbs or veggies?
Honestly? I don’t know yet. But here’s what I do know:
The Results
After 30 days of eating only meat, here’s what changed:
✅ Lost 8 pounds (without tracking calories)
✅ Clearer skin
✅ No bloating or digestive issues
✅ Insane mental clarity
✅ More energy and stamina in the gym
✅ Better mood and focus
✅ Deeper sleep and better recovery
And most importantly, I relearned how to listen to my body.
Final Thoughts
This 30-day carnivore challenge was about more than just steak and gains. It was about resetting my relationship with food, simplifying my nutrition, and seeing what my body could do on clean, unprocessed fuel.
Would I recommend it to everyone? Not necessarily. But if you’re looking to cut the noise, ditch the sugar, and get back to basics—this diet will show you what your body is really capable of.
I’ll probably start experimenting with adding things back in slowly—maybe some avocado, maybe some fruit—but meat will remain the foundation of my diet.
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