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    HomeFAQStrict vs Relaxed Carnivore
    Carnivore Diet Guide

    Strict vs Relaxed Carnivore

    Both are 100% animal-based, but they differ in allowed ingredients and goals. Understanding which mode suits your needs can make your carnivore journey more sustainable and effective.

    Relaxed Mode

    Default • Long-term

    Best For

    Long-term sustainability, nutrient density, preventing flavor fatigue

    What's Included

    Dairy: Cheese, butter, cream, yogurt, kefir
    Organs: Liver, heart, kidney, tongue
    Seasonings: Salt, pepper, spices
    Extras: Bone broth, marrow, collagen

    Key Benefits:

    • • Greater variety and flavors
    • • Higher nutrient density
    • • More social flexibility
    • • Sustainable long-term

    Strict Mode

    Elimination • 30-90 days

    Best For

    Elimination protocols, gut healing, identifying food sensitivities

    What's Included

    Meats: Beef, pork, lamb, poultry
    Fish: Salmon, sardines, cod, shrimp
    Eggs: Chicken, duck, quail
    Fats: Tallow, lard, duck fat
    Seasonings: Salt only

    Key Benefits:

    • • Identifies food sensitivities
    • • Gut reset and healing
    • • Removes all irritants
    • • Simplifies choices

    How to Choose Your Mode

    Choose Strict If You:

    • Are doing an elimination diet
    • Have severe digestive issues
    • Want to identify food sensitivities
    • Need a short-term reset (30-90 days)

    Choose Relaxed If You:

    • Want long-term sustainability
    • Tolerate dairy well
    • Want more variety and flavors
    • Are past the adaptation phase

    Can You Switch Between Them?

    Absolutely! Many people start with Strict for 30-90 days to eliminate potential irritants, then transition to Relaxed for long-term maintenance. You can also return to Strict periodically if you experience digestive issues or want to reset.

    Recipe Adaptations

    All our recipes support both modes. Simply toggle your preference at the top of any recipe page, and the ingredients and instructions will automatically adjust to match your chosen carnivore approach.

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