Last updated: January 2025 | Reading time: 5 minutes
Whether Cream cheese is considered carnivore depends on the strictness of your approach and how you define the carnivore diet.
The carnivore diet exists on a spectrum from strict (only ruminant meat, salt, and water) to flexible (all animal products including dairy). Where something falls depends on your interpretation.
Cream cheese comes from animal sources, which technically aligns with carnivore principles. However, some practitioners exclude certain animal products based on processing level, lactose content, or individual tolerance.
Strict carnivores eliminate everything except meat, salt, and water. Flexible carnivores may include dairy, eggs, and other animal products. Many people start strict and then test additions.
The best approach is to start with a strict elimination phase (30-90 days), then systematically test foods to see how your body responds. Track your symptoms and energy levels.
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