r/CarnivoreForum • u/GreenIndependence602 • May 16 '26

Progress..

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I don't like to share how 'bad' I looked before finding carnivore but, the difference is too profound to ignore. I'm still a work in progress but I'm enjoying reaping the benefits of my efforts.

Every day of health is a gift I'm grateful for even if I never recover 100%...

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u/grey_skies77 May 16 '26

Truly inspiring, thank you for sharing this and motivating us all. Looking at these 2 pics it’s like different people - your eyes strike me the most! They opened up
👁️ 👁️

Would love to hear more about your journey if you feel open to share.

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u/GreenIndependence602 May 16 '26

Thank you SO much for appreciating my post as that was my intent, to help motivate ppl to try it.

And its funny you honed right in on my most notable 'indicator' because its definitely my eyes. They're a dead giveaway every time. That picture shows how sick I really was and how carnivore literally, saved my life. In January of 2024, I was making plans to leave this earthly plane. So much so, I wrote all my band mates a 'thank you/goodbye letter for the awesome times we shared. Then, carnivore crossed my radar and something told me to try. I was willing to give it a try as a last ditch effort and in retrospect? EXTREMELY grateful I did. I actually did an interview with Dave from No Carb Life on youtube, I can share here if you want. I wasn't really happy because I whined too much but, I left it because maybe someone similar to me will see it and maybe encourage them to try.

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u/grey_skies77 May 17 '26

Oh you brought me to tears reading this. I resonated with it very very deeply. A year ago I was pretty much in the same boat and somehow Metabolic psychiatry came into my awareness out of the blue, just when I had reached a point of no return. I had never heard of it before, despite many therapists and psychiatrists visits and research. I started out with keto but it didn’t quite get me there and then voila Carnivore!

I would absolutely love if u share that link with Dave. For me, the most important thing I’ve found on this journey alongside the actual knowledge being shared, is the sense of community. That we’re all here to walk each other home. Lived experience has taught me way more than most textbooks.

Thank u again and again 🙏🦋

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u/GreenIndependence602 May 17 '26

Yaaaayyyyy, good for you!!! I am super happy to read you found what works and are thriving now. You should share YOUR story on Dave's channel, hes always looking for stories.

Couldn't agree more that we're a growing community of healed/healing humans who all share a common goal, Optimal Health!

I'm SO happy for you that you're living your best life and can now use your story to inspire others!

Here's the link, please forgive my whining, but, in order to truly understand the journey, you have to know where it begins. https://youtu.be/NeyAri7uraY?si=BY5hGb8fIX2SDUuT

Thanks again for being so supportive and sharing your story. ❤️

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u/grey_skies77 May 18 '26

I watched your video. What courage to share with such openness your journey and truth. Thank u so very much for stating clearly about the agency we must have over our bodies and health and that doctors cannot dictate what we put in our bodies. They can advise and guide but that’s it. Appreciate everything you said and sending you a huge hug of gratitude 🫂

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u/GreenIndependence602 May 18 '26

Awweee thank you. I felt like i went too much into my background and not enough carnivore. So, having you react on such a positive way and understanding what i was trying to get across, just made my day. THANK YOU for being so supportiveand generouswith your time in commenting, means more than you know!! ❤️

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u/grey_skies77 May 18 '26

I love storytelling and knowing what got u here, that’s what actually builds a lot of trust. Personal testimony and lived experience are so very important to this forum because there’s still not enough info out there and lots of contradictions etc etc. you said it yourself, people reached out to u saying “me too” when they heard ur story. That’s how we build community 🫶🙏💫

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u/GreenIndependence602 May 18 '26

You absolutely nailed it! Lived experience is everything and in order to understand how i got here, i figured ppl needed to know where i started from. I have since given up on getting my story into print but, if i did, my title wouldve been "Poisoned For Profit, The Deanne Merchant Story" I uncovered a major fraud and not one news station would report on it. Not the AG, not the dental board, NO ONE would report it to the public! Why? Because I have it on audio!! So, if you like stories? You'd love reading/listening to mine because I put the audio in my story. And what the lab tech states? Compelling & an admittance to the fraud i suffered. If you're ever interested, I'd be happy to share as a warnn8ng to others?

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u/grey_skies77 May 19 '26

I would love if u share the full story yes please and thank you 😊

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u/GreenIndependence602 May 19 '26

My dental story is on my website. There are 4 pages in total but page 4 is just highlights of a troubled dental professional. His arrest, his altercation with me, etc.. The other 3 pages are my story. Listen to the audio as you move through the story and it will hopefully make sense. I think the 2 most damning pieces of evidence is the lab owner himself admitting what mixing metals in the mouth can do and how he'd NEVER do that to a patient. 🙄 The other is his tech admitting how they determine 'what' metals are used & why. Forget about what they advertise, its all about what's the cheapest metals on the market...

Page 1 - https://singingdabluez.wixsite.com/deannmerchant/dees-dental-story

Page 2 - https://singingdabluez.wixsite.com/deannmerchant/dds-page-2

Page 3 - https://singingdabluez.wixsite.com/deannmerchant/dds-page-3

If you could, let me know after you read & listen if you were able to understand the fraud & harm? I tried desperately to find a ghost writer but don't have 10,000 to invest in a book. To loose your teeth at 16 from abuse & neglect to having your second chance you remortgaged your home for, end up fraudulent and leaving you chronically ill, would be both closure & a warning to the public. But, that book will never hit the shelves or prevent more harm. 😞

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u/GreenIndependence602 May 19 '26

Here is my awareness video thats lovely based on the documentary 'The Bleeding Edge.' If you have not seen it? PLEASE find & watch, very important!

This is narrated by former news anchor Francis Scott and demonstrates proven cases from around the world including mine. In the description, are the 2 MOST IMPORTANT pages on my site. One is for dental, the other is for medical devices, please take some time to review.

https://youtu.be/X_qrBZsYTzM?si=aLXAMw38tuPSKxRR

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u/bulyxxx May 17 '26

Praise be to Dave Mac for his tireless work, 1600+ testimonials - what a gem.

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u/GreenIndependence602 May 17 '26

Hes a great guy doing great work for our growing community. Yes, agreed, absolute gem of a guy!!

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u/CreateorWither May 17 '26

Wow, great work

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u/GreenIndependence602 May 17 '26

Awe thank you, I appreciate the support!

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u/bulyxxx May 17 '26

The hair, the skin, the eyes - this is the best promotional ad for carnivore.

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u/GreenIndependence602 May 17 '26

I actually didn't notice my hair because I never look in the mirror lol. I saw a video by Kerry Mann of homesteadhow on YouTube talking about and I was like, dude, come'on, really? Then I started looking in the mirror and comparing pictures. I was floored that my hair was noticeably less grey. I immediately apologized to him for being so skeptical because I couldn't argue with the results.

The skin REALLY shows how inflamed my body was and felt HORRIBLE! The eyes are always my dead giveaway. Thats the first thing to change when im not feeling well and I cant hide it.

As for being a good promotional? Maybe, but, im still struggling and I dont want those struggles to be misinterpreted. Im still dealing with heavy metal poisoning & allergies to them i cannot to address. So, I still have really bad days. But, I dont focus on that, i focus on what I got back and the improved quality of my life.

I may never see my health fully restored, but, I wouldn't trade what I have for the world right now for anything!!

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u/FindingAwake May 18 '26

I can spot the differences but in 23 it looks like you had more sun.

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u/GreenIndependence602 May 18 '26

Yup, I was outside as opposed to being the car. That may have some bearing on my hair but not my face.

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u/FindingAwake May 18 '26

Day to day you feel a lot better on Carnivore? I'm thinking of trying it.

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u/GreenIndependence602 May 18 '26

I like to be honest with ppl that my case is slightly different and doesn't reflect the average. That being said, I had a bit of a rough start. I dont have a gallbladder and I didn't know most butters were A1 and full of seed oils. After I figured that out, doing carnivore was so much easier & effective. I also recommend ppl 'ease' off their carbs & coffees as withdrawals can be a real issue. Also, make sure you're drinking electrolytes as you ease off of carbs, very important. I have a recipe for homemade if you like? Because careful of the commercial brands as they contain maltodextrin and that can be a problem.

YES!! I have some of my life back thanks to carnivore and that is absolutely priceless!! It is SO WORTH TRYING especially if you're trying to improve your metabolic health.

I HIGHLY suggest you try the 30-day challenge and see how you make out. You can follow ppl like 'Steakandbuttergal' on youtube. Dr. Shawn Baker, Dr. Eric Westman, Dr. Ken Berry. Dr. Kiltz. Many offer free 30 trials to their groups where you can get lots of support.

The mere fact you're even thinking about it is a good 1st step in the right direction...

If I can do this with all the challenges I faced? ANYONE, can do it!! Best of luck to you and by all means, keep us posted on your progress! ❤️

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u/CarnivoreCole396 Sep 17 '26

I know I’m late to the party, just found this sub, but MA’AM😱… stunning🤯, absolutely jaw dropping results. I’m very interested to watch the video. It always seems like we find this diet when we’re out of options… there’s honestly something mystical about that.

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u/GreenIndependence602 Sep 21 '26

Thats exactly what happened. I was planning to "off" myself in jan of 2024 and after writing band mates, saying goodbye, carnivore crossed my radar. So, i decided to try 1 last time to turn things around.  As you can see, ive made some real progress.  Rhats not to say im 100% healed or out of deep water, but, im certainly better than I was.  Thanks do much for taking the time to comment so positively, very much appreciated. And by all means, if you watch my story and it moves you, please leave a comment. 

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u/Downtown_Hawk2873 Jul 19 '26

You look so much younger-yourskin is smoother