Three days before Thanksgiving, my wife, Peggy, did what she does best—she turned our kitchen into a magical bakery.
New pumpkin spice cookies.
Those jelly-filled cookies she’s famous for.
And those little round balls of goodness. (Are they still called cookies? Whatever they are, they’re dangerously delicious.)
She even whipped up a homemade trail mix with roasted nuts, raisins, and M&M’s.
Now, here’s the thing. I know better.
I’ve been living my best life eating only meat, eggs, and butter for years now.
It’s how I stay strong, sharp, and happy.
But something about those cookies caught me off guard.
I started picking.
A bite here, a nibble there.
Before I realized it, I wasn’t just sampling—I was in a full-blown feeding frenzy.
And you know what? I paid the price.
The next day, I wasn’t myself.
My mood took a nosedive.
I felt sluggish, unmotivated, and a little down.
Instead of soaking up the joy of my family around the table, I just… existed.
I couldn’t figure out why I felt so off.
It wasn’t until later that it hit me—it was the food.
This little experiment (unintentional, of course) reminded me how powerful food is.
It’s not just about how it fuels your body—it affects your mind, too.
Here’s the kicker.
Researchers and doctors are finally catching on to what some of us have known for years.
Studies are now showing that a carnivore lifestyle—a diet rich in nutrient-dense animal foods and free from sugar, processed junk, and inflammatory grains—can actually help improve mental health.
Anxiety, depression, brain fog… they’re not just “in your head.” What you eat matters.
Think about it. Our ancestors didn’t munch on cookies and M&M’s.
They thrived on meat, fat, and the occasional wild plant.
And they weren’t battling the chronic illnesses—both physical and mental—that so many face today.
When I stay consistent with my carnivore lifestyle, I feel unstoppable.
Energy for days.
A clear, sharp mind.
And a mood that’s steady as a rock.
That slip-up with the cookies reminded me just how much those sugary, processed foods mess with my balance.
So, what’s the takeaway here?
Pay attention to how food makes you feel. If something throws you off, don’t beat yourself up. Learn from it. Adjust. And move forward.
And here’s a challenge: For one week, stick to foods that nourish your body and brain. Think steak, eggs, and butter. See how you feel.
Because when you fuel yourself right, you’re not just surviving—you’re thriving.
Take it from me: No cookie is worth trading your happiness for.
Stay strong, stay focused, and keep moving forward.
Move well, stay healthy, be happy!