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How this plan worksThe 7-day planPrep planWhat to expect in your first weekMake it fit your budgetHow this plan works
- Three meals a day. If you are not hungry in the morning, skip breakfast and eat two bigger meals.
- Eat until you are comfortably full. Most beginners do not need to count calories in the first weeks.
- Salt your food well and drink water when you are thirsty.
- Leftovers are planned in, so you cook about once a day.
The 7-day plan
| Day | Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Bacon & Eggs | Crispy Ground Beef | Oven-Crispy Chicken Thighs |
| Tuesday | Creamy Scrambled Eggs | Leftover chicken thighs | Crispy Pork Chops |
| Wednesday | Cheddar Omelet | Tuna & Egg Plate | Slow-Roasted Chuck Roast |
| Thursday | Soft-Boiled Eggs & Butter | Leftover chuck roast | Beef & Liver Burgers |
| Friday | Bacon & Cheddar Egg Muffins | Sardines & Jammy Eggs | Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters |
| Saturday | Steak & Eggs | Leftover chicken legs | Pulled Pork |
| Sunday | Beef & Bacon Breakfast Patties | Leftover pulled pork | Grilled Sirloin |
No dairy? Swap the omelet, scrambled eggs and egg muffins for Bacon & Eggs and cook with tallow or lard instead of butter.
Prep plan
- The Sunday before: make a batch of egg muffins. They keep 3–4 days in the fridge, so freeze the ones for Friday and thaw them in the fridge on Thursday night.
- Monday: cook a double tray of chicken thighs for Tuesday's lunch.
- Wednesday: put the chuck roast in the oven in the afternoon. It covers Thursday's lunch.
- Friday: roast a full tray of chicken legs, enough for Saturday's lunch.
- Saturday: start the pulled pork in the morning (oven or slow cooker), it is ready for dinner and Sunday's lunch.
What to expect in your first week
- Some people feel tired, get headaches or have trouble sleeping for a few days while their body adjusts. Salting your food and drinking enough water helps many people.
- Digestion can change. If very fatty meals upset your stomach, choose leaner cuts for a while and add fat slowly.
- Cravings for sugar and snacks are usually strongest in the first days and fade for most people.
- If you take medication, especially for blood sugar or blood pressure, talk to your doctor before you start, as your dose may need adjusting.
Make it fit your budget
This plan is built from cheap staples. Cost depends on your appetite and your area; for a sense of numbers, our planner's budget weeks come to $46.16 and $62.04 with U.S. average prices. See the carnivore grocery list for what to buy.
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Plan my week freeGeneral information, not medical advice. If you have a health condition or take medication, talk to your doctor before changing your diet.
