“Sugar is delicious. You’re lying if you say it’s not,” Katie laughs, and she means it. But for two years now, she hasn’t touched the stuff. Not because of iron willpower, but because life on the carnivore diet has changed her from the inside out emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.
For years, mood swings and low moments just felt like her “normal.” Irritability and emotional crashes were part of daily life. It wasn’t until her husband looked her in the eyes and said, “I don’t care what it costs, I got my wife back,” that she realized something profound had shifted.
What changed? It wasn’t therapy, or medication, or another diet. It involved eliminating sugar and plant-based foods, embracing animal proteins and healthy fats, and discovering what her body and brain truly craved. Within months, Katie’s emotional highs and lows gave way to calm. Depression and irritability faded. In her journal, she counted over 30 areas where her health and life improved beyond what she ever hoped for.
In this episode, Katie and Austin discuss the surprising connection between what we eat and how we feel. You’ll hear why leading doctors are now recommending animal-based diets for conditions as diverse as infertility and schizophrenia, and how sugar sneaks into almost everything we eat, even foods that claim to be healthy.
Most of all, Katie shares how newfound emotional stability has opened the door to a deeper spiritual life. When your body isn’t in constant turmoil, it’s so much easier to pray, to parent, to serve, to enjoy God and your family again.
If you’re weary from the emotional rollercoaster, tired of trying to fix your mood with willpower, or just curious about how nutrition shapes mental health, this conversation is for you. Join us as we unpack the practical steps to start, the challenges to expect, and the hope on the other side of food freedom.
Next time, we’ll break down how to implement the carnivore approach, tackle real-life obstacles, and share encouragement for your journey.
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