Carnivore Diet Blood Work Panel

Test Code: 005009, 322000, 120766, 004333, 303756, 004259, 001057, 001503, 081950 Specimen Type: Blood

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Carnivore Diet Blood Work Panel

What is the Carnivore Diet?

The carnivore diet is a zero-carb eating plan that consists solely of animal products.  These include meat, fish, eggs, and dairy (in small amounts). This diet eliminates fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes.  The potential benefits are increased fat burning, reduced inflammation, weight loss, and increased mental clarity.

What is the Downside of the Carnivore Diet?

While the carnivore diet may result in some short-term health benefits, there are a number of potential complications that can result.  

• Heart disease due to high levels of saturated fats and cholesterol
• Nutrient deficiencies from a lack of plant-based foods
• Digestive issues caused by a lack of fiber in the diet
• Kidney failure caused by a high level of protein consumption, leading to gout
• Increased risk of colon cancer caused by the consumption of processed meat products and a lack of fiber

What kind of blood work should you take on the Carnivore Diet?

This package includes a collection of tests that can help to monitor potential health problems associated with the Carnivore Diet.

• Complete Blood Count (CBC): Nutrient deficiencies can negatively impact red blood cell production.
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP): Includes testing for glucose, protein, liver function, and kidney function, which can all be affected by extreme diet changes
• C-Reactive Protein (CRP) High Sensitivity: An inflammation marker that can increase the risk of heart attack or stroke.
• Insulin: The lack of glucose from reduced carbohydrate intake may cause insulin resistance in people with diabetes or pre-diabetes.
• Lipid (cholesterol) Panel: Increased saturated fat and cholesterol consumption can raise your levels of LDL (the bad cholesterol).
• Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH): The carnivore diet can reduce iodine intake, which can affect thyroid function.
• Uric Acid: Increased levels of uric acid from high meat consumption can lead to gout.
• Vitamin B12 & Vitamin D: A diet high in meat products and lacking plant-based foods can lead to both deficiency or overload of nutrients like Vitamin B12 and D.

Turnaround for these tests is typically 2-3 business days.

Where can I find a Carnivore Diet Blood Test near me?

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