XL

From January 1, 2024, I took on a 90-day strict carnivore challenge. I kept a video diary every day for all 90 days, sharing my struggles, temptations, and trip-ups, but most remarkable were the insights I got from the challenge.

Ben’s “XL” Plan

I’m writing this on December 31st, 2023, the day before I start my Big Fat Challenge XL. We already agreed that XL will be pure carnivore for 90 days, but how will that best be achieved?

Ben XL Diary Week 1

Week one, energy feels surprisingly steady. Thinking about dopamine and the allure of not feeling.

Ben XL Diary Week 2

Week 2, fighting with cravings and junk food fantasies.

Ben XL Diary Week 3

Week three, meditating on the ups and downs of life, and what it means to feel alive.

Ben XL Diary Week 4

Week four. Cravings started to diminish noticeably around this point.

Ben XL Diary Week 5

Week five.

Ben XL Diary Week 6

Week six.

Ben XL Diary Week 7

Week seven.

Ben XL Diary Week 8

Week eight.

Ben XL Diary Week 9

Week nine.

Ben XL Diary Week 10

Week ten.

Ben XL Diary Week 11

Week eleven.

Ben XL Diary Week 12

Week twelve.

Ben XL Diary Week 13

The thirteenth and final week, leading up to the “War On Health II” Conference at Easter, and the end of my 90-day challenge.