Last updated: January 2025 | Reading time: 5 minutes
The amount varies by individual based on your body size, activity level, goals, and how you feel. Listen to your body's hunger signals.
On carnivore, most people naturally eat 1.5-2 lbs of meat per day, though this varies widely. Larger individuals and athletes may eat 3+ lbs daily, while smaller individuals might eat less. Don't focus on counting - focus on satiety.
The carnivore diet works best when you eat to appetite, not by strict macro tracking. Hunger signals become clearer after adaptation (usually 2-4 weeks). If you're hungry, eat more. If you're full, stop eating.
Athletes and highly active individuals typically need more food, especially protein and fat. Sedentary individuals may need less. Your needs will also vary day to day - honor that variation.
During the first few weeks, you might eat more or less than you eventually will. Your appetite will stabilize as your body adapts to using fat for fuel. Give it time and trust the process.
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