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Carnivore Elimination Diet

Animal foods only (meat, organs, fish, eggs, sometimes dairy) to eliminate plant toxins, fiber, and potential irritants.

Evidence Score

66/100

Developer

Shawn Baker, Paul Saladino, others

Duration

30-90 days elimination phase, some continue long-term

Steps

10 phases

Conditions

4 targeted

Protocol Overview

Animal foods only (meat, organs, fish, eggs, sometimes dairy) to eliminate plant toxins, fiber, and potential irritants. Ultimate elimination diet. Used to identify food sensitivities or as long-term approach.

Conditions Treated

Autoimmune diseaseIBSmental health issueselimination diet for identifying triggers

Autoimmune Disease (General) →

Key Resources

Shawn Baker ("The Carnivore Diet"), Paul Saladino ("The Carnivore Code"), MeatRX.com community, numerous n=1 experiments

Safety Profile

Contraindications & Risks

Extreme restriction, nutrient concerns if not including organs (vitamin C, etc.), social challenges, fiber phobia, LDL often increases (controversial significance)

Important Notes

Extreme elimination diet. Many report complete autoimmune remission, mental health improvements. Controversial - challenges nutrition dogma. Requires eating organs for complete nutrition. Fiber elimination may improve IBS for some. Long-term effects unknown. Growing online community. Works as diagnostic tool even if not maintained long-term.

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EvidenceLow

Evidence Score66/100

Categorynutrition

Duration30-90 days elimination phase, some continue long-term

About Evidence Score

The Evidence Score rates the strength of clinical and scientific evidence behind this protocol. Higher scores indicate stronger research support. This is a research tool, not medical advice.

Educational purposes only. Some alternative protocols carry serious risks. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals before beginning any treatment.