The 90-Day Carnivore Reset: A Simple Way to Heal Your Metabolism
A lot of people reach a point where they feel stuck. They’re inflamed, tired, and confused about what to eat. I’ve lived a low-carb lifestyle for almost a decade, and I know how often people are told to “eat everything in moderation” or “just cut calories,” yet they continue to feel worse. Most of the time, the problem isn’t willpower. It’s that your body is overwhelmed by foods that spike insulin, irritate your gut, and keep inflammation high.
Carnivore removes that noise. It gives your metabolism a break. It steadies your hormones. It brings your appetite back to a natural rhythm. And for many people, it feels like the first time in years that their brain and body are finally on the same team.
The idea behind a 90-day reset is simple. You eat only animal-based foods—meat, eggs, seafood, butter, and salt. You skip the foods that keep your blood sugar on a rollercoaster and your immune system fired up. Ninety days sounds like a lot, but it gives your body enough time to settle, repair, and build momentum. Most people notice real changes around the six-week mark, and those changes compound as the weeks go on.
Get the free 90-Day Carnivore Reset Workbook. Track your meals, symptoms, energy, and results. Simple, printable, and made to support your full 90-day journey.
Now let’s talk about how to do this reset in a way that feels doable.
Carnivore works best when you keep the food simple. Beef, lamb, bison, chicken, seafood, eggs, butter, and salt. Real food that’s easy to digest and naturally nutrient-dense. Most people do well when they center meals around ruminant meats because they’re rich in protein and fat, and they keep you full for hours without the highs and lows of carbohydrate-driven hunger.
As you move through the reset, you’ll probably go through phases. The first week or two is often an adjustment period. Your blood sugar starts to stabilize and your appetite shifts. Weeks three through six are where people notice the biggest changes in inflammation—better digestion, fewer cravings, clearer thinking, more even energy. By week twelve, sleep deepens, joints feel lighter, and many metabolic markers look better than they have in years.
Your meals don’t need to be complicated. Eggs in butter. A ribeye. Ground beef cooked in tallow. Salmon with salt. Short ribs. Burgers. Repeat meals you enjoy and change them when you feel like it. This way of eating becomes easier the less you overthink it.
A simple outline for five days might look like this:
Day 1: Eggs in butter and a ribeye
Day 2: Salmon and beef patties
Day 3: Omelet in butter and short ribs
Day 4: Sardines or tuna and a beef roast
Day 5: Scrambled eggs and ground beef cooked in tallow
Repeat these meals as often as you want. Your body thrives on consistency.
There are a few habits that support you during the reset. Salt your food. Eat enough protein. Add enough fat so you stay satisfied. Drink when you’re thirsty. Don’t snack. Keep electrolytes on hand. Cook in bulk to make life easier. And let go of calorie counting your hunger signals become clearer when you’re not eating foods that confuse them.
Many people feel improvements long before the ninety days are over. Better digestion. Calmer moods. Fewer blood sugar swings. More stable energy throughout the day. Less bloating. Deeper sleep. Clearer skin. And for many, less pain. These changes might feel small at first, but they add up over time, and tracking them helps you appreciate your progress. This is why the workbook is useful, you’ll see changes you might overlook.
There’s also a lot of confusion online about meat, saturated fat, and heart health. Much of that fear comes from old observational studies, not controlled clinical evidence. When you lower insulin, stabilize blood sugar, and nourish your body with complete proteins and healthy fats, things usually move in the right direction. Many people see improvements in triglycerides, inflammation markers, and metabolic health when they reduce processed foods and seed oils.
This reset is not about perfection. It’s about giving your body ninety days of real nutrition and steady energy so it can heal. If you’re not ready for a full carnivore approach, that’s completely fine. A low-carb, ketovore, or animal-based style of eating can still change your life. Choose what works for you.
If you want a structured way to begin, the 90-Day Carnivore Reset Workbook will guide you through the entire process. It includes a daily tracker, space for meals and symptoms, energy check-ins, and room for notes. Print the pages you need and use them every day. Small steps, done consistently, are what move you forward.
This article is for informational purposes only. Always speak with your healthcare provider if you take medication or have medical concerns.
If you’re serious about starting strong, my Mediterranean Keto Reset or Keto Made Simple guide can help you customize a low-carb approach that fits your lifestyle. Choose the plan that works for you and start today.
Disclaimer: The content shared here is for informational and educational purposes only and should never be taken as medical advice.
In writing this blog post, my goal is to distill research findings into a clear, approachable format that encourages critical thinking and empowers you to make informed decisions about your health.
