What happens if I don't eat enough fat on the carnivore diet?
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In the early 1900s, explorer Vilhjalmur Stefansson experienced symptoms of protein poisoning after subsisting on only lean meat, a stark illustration of what can happen if you don't eat enough fat on the carnivore diet. This highly restrictive eating pattern requires a high fat intake, not only for energy but also to ensure proper nutrient absorption and maintain hormonal balance.