11. Mikhaila Peterson on curing autoimmune disease and depression with the carnivore diet

Diet Transition

Mikhaila Peterson shares her initial transition to the carnivore diet, starting in December 2017. She experienced significant relief from itching and joint pain within days, but also faced severe digestive issues like diarrhea, which she later learned is common during the transition period 1. Paul Saladino explains that this diarrhea is due to changes in gut flora and bile salt absorption, and is not a sign of a problem 2. Mikhaila's persistence paid off, as she eventually found relief from her autoimmune symptoms.

   

Health Benefits

The health benefits of the carnivore diet are profound, as evidenced by Mikhaila's experience and her father's improvements. Paul highlights that conditions like gastroesophageal reflux disease and psoriasis can be alleviated through diet, challenging conventional medical practices 3. Mikhaila recalls her shock at realizing how much diet impacted health, noting how many people suffer unknowingly due to poor dietary choices 4. This revelation has driven her to advocate for dietary changes as a first step in addressing chronic health issues.

   

Long-term Use

Long-term adherence to the carnivore diet has proven feasible for Mikhaila, who emphasizes the importance of a high-fat intake. She describes how her body adapted over time, eventually craving and tolerating more fat, which significantly improved her well-being 5. Weight stability is another benefit, as Mikhaila experienced initial weight loss but has maintained a stable weight since 6. This stability counters criticisms that the diet's benefits are solely due to caloric restriction.