From Statins to Steak
Lycia, a 72-year-old Florida resident, makes a bold decision one day: she throws her statin medication in the trash. Within three days, her persistent brain fog begins to lift. This moment sparks a transformative journey into the carnivore diet, a lifestyle she describes as “an absolute miracle.”
A Lifetime of Health Struggles
For over a decade, Lycia follows a low-fat diet and statin regimen recommended by her doctor. Instead of improving, her health deteriorates. She battles severe depression, anxiety, eczema, arthritis in her thumbs, sciatica, hair loss, and paper-thin skin prone to tearing. Cognitive decline leaves her socially isolated, fearing early dementia. “I couldn’t hold a conversation or trust my own judgment,” she recalls. Blood pressure spikes and chronic fatigue compound her struggles, leaving her reliant on multiple medications.
A Flea Market Revelation
A chance encounter at a flea market changes everything. A stranger shares his experience quitting statins, prompting Lycia to research their side effects. She discovers videos by advocates of the carnivore diet, including Dr. Ken Berry. Intrigued, she dives into online communities and studies. Within days, she and her husband stock up on ribeye steaks and commit to the carnivore lifestyle.
Lycia’s diet centers on beef, eggs, bacon, and bone broth. She eats two meals daily, typically starting with eggs and ground beef or bacon around midday, followed by a ribeye or roast for dinner. Occasional avocado slices and butter round out her meals. The transition is seamless—no cravings, no hunger pangs. “I stay satisfied. My taste for sweets faded completely,” she says.
Remarkable Reversals in Health
Three weeks into the diet, Lycia notices drastic changes. Brain fog vanishes, restoring mental clarity. Arthritis pain in her hands subsides, allowing her to paint and sand furniture again. Eczema and dry skin disappear, while her hair regains thickness. Bruising and skin tears become rare. Sciatica improves by 99%, and blood pressure normalizes. “I feel like I’m 60 again,” she laughs. Her husband experiences similar benefits, including reduced acid reflux and renewed confidence in riding motorcycles.
A Family Transformed
Lycia’s 49-year-old son, who lives with mental disabilities, also thrives. His chronic rosacea clears without antibiotics, and digestive issues resolve when processed foods are eliminated. Though challenges remain, the family’s collective health improvements reinforce their commitment to carnivore. “It’s a lifesaving miracle for all of us,” Lycia says.
Not everyone understands Lycia’s choices. Her longtime doctor compares bioidentical hormone therapy to “buying meth on a street corner,” prompting Lycia to switch providers. Friends raised on low-fat dogma express concern but acknowledge her results. “They see my skin, my energy—they just can’t argue,” she notes. New doctors reluctantly accept her LDL levels (over 300) but praise her overall vitality.
A Future Of Freedom
Today, Lycia prioritizes travel, painting, and time with family. She avoids medications entirely, relying solely on vitamin D3, K2, and coenzyme Q10. While critics warn about cholesterol risks, she remains unwavering. “I’d rather live two healthy years than five miserable ones,” she states. Socially re-engaged, she laughs, “My husband has to remind me not to talk about carnivore too much!”
Lycia’s goals are simple: avoid nursing homes, stay active, and savor each day. The carnivore diet has given her a second chance—a reality she struggles to convey to others. “You can’t explain how good it feels until someone tries it,” she says. For now, she’s content grilling steaks, painting landscapes, and riding into the sunset with her husband—proof that it’s never too late to rewrite your health story.
