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Carnivore Diet: A Scoping Review of the Current Evidence, Potential Benefits and Risks
Almiera Lietz1, Janina Dapprich1, Tobias Fischer1
1Center for Nutrition and Therapy (NuT), University of Applied Sciences Muenster, Corrensstraße 25, 48149 Muenster, Germany.
Nutrients
|January 28, 2026
Summary
The Carnivore Diet (CD) may offer short-term benefits like weight loss but poses risks. Potential nutrient deficiencies and cardiovascular concerns mean long-term adherence to this animal-based diet is not recommended.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Dietary Research
Background:
- The Carnivore Diet (CD), an animal-based eating pattern, is increasingly popular online.
- A standardized definition and long-term scientific evidence for the CD are lacking.
Conclusions:
- The Carnivore Diet may provide short-term advantages but carries significant risks.
- Potential risks include nutrient deficiencies, low intake of beneficial phytochemicals, and cardiovascular disease development.
- Long-term adherence to the Carnivore Diet is not currently recommended based on available evidence.
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