How is the Primal Bod Program different from keto or carnivore?

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The difference is understanding insulin. “Keto” means a hundred different things to different people, and a keto label on a box of waffles doesn’t explain how your body stores fat.

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About 20–30% of our clients are already carnivore when they join. Eating only meat doesn’t automatically mean your insulin is low—or teach you what to do if you’re still storing fat. Primal Bod teaches you that missing piece, so you understand your body and what needs to change.

 

What will I eat? Do I have to be a carnivore?

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You’ll be eating meat, with options for vegetables, fermented foods, and certain dairy foods. You don’t have to be a strict carnivore. Our Fuel Guide makes the choices clear, and we keep meals simple. You don’t need to become a gourmet cook to do this.

 

Is this for women in perimenopause or menopause?

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Yes. We help women in perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause all the time. There are some nuances when you’re still cycling, and others when you’re not. We’ll guide you through those. Whatever stage you’re in, it doesn’t change our ability to help you lose weight.

 

Will I need to count calories?

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No. You don’t count calories or carbs or fat, just protein grams. Our Fuel Guide makes the food choices clear, and we’ll teach you what matters so you can stop second-guessing every meal.

 

How much time will I need each week?

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Set aside about 2–3 hours a week for lessons during the first six weeks. Watch them when they fit your schedule, then put that week’s steps into practice in your own life. Weeks 7–12 are for practice, adjustments, and getting comfortable with what you’ve learned.

 

Will I need to fast?

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We prepare you first by working on becoming fat-adapted. When we introduce a little fasting, you’ll know what to do. Women who thought they couldn’t fast are often surprised by how manageable it feels. And it’s optional. We have modifications, and you can still get results without fasting.

 

How much exercise is involved?

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Keep exercising at your current level, and we’ll guide any adjustments as you go. If you’re not doing much, we do need you to get moving. Walking is enough. You don’t need strength training or hours in the gym—just some movement to get your blood flowing and your heart pumping.

 

What if I have a question or get stuck?

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Ask us. Our coaches answer questions in the private Facebook group on weekdays, and you can email us, too. Both memberships get that support. Full members can also ask Candi and the coaches questions during three live group Zooms each week. If something isn’t making sense, tell us. We’ll help you work through it.

 

Should I choose the Basic or Full membership?

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Both memberships give you the lessons, guides, private Facebook group, email support, and recorded Zooms. Choose Full if you want to ask Candi and the coaches questions live and work through things in real time. You get three live group Zooms each week.

 

Do I need anything before I start?

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You will need a blood ketone monitor, but not before you start. We’ll prompt you to buy it in week 1 (there is a link to the right monitor in the program), and you won’t need it until week 2. Budget around $100 for the monitor and test strips. We use finger-prick blood testing - not breath or urine testing (they are not accurate enough for our needs).

 

Can I start straight away, or do I have to wait for a group?

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You start immediately; as soon as you join. There’s no group start date to wait for, and you don’t have to attend a Discovery Zoom first. We’ll show you where to go and what to do. If you need a later start date, email us and we’ll arrange it - we allow you to defer your start date up to 2 weeks once you join.

 

Is the men's program different?

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Yes. The foundation is the same—understanding insulin and how your body stores and uses fat—but the men’s lessons are built around male physiology. That means testosterone, protein needs, movement, and building and maintaining muscle, rather than menstrual cycles and the other considerations we teach women.

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We created it because so many of our women members asked, “Can you please teach this to my husband?” And it works as well as the program originally designed for women.

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Men get their own video lessons, with email support from our coaches when they have questions. The men’s program doesn’t include a Facebook group or live group Zooms.

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Men can join independently, or you can do Primal Bod together as a couple — each following guidance designed for your body.

 

Additional questions

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Do I have to give up coffee?

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Candi discourages coffee, but it isn’t banned. We’ll explain why and help you understand how it fits with your progress.

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How much weight can I expect to lose?

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Our reported averages are 16 lbs by six weeks and 27 lbs by twelve weeks for members starting with at least 20 lbs to lose. Your results and timeline will vary.

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What if I only have a little weight to lose—or a lot?

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We work with both. Tell us your starting point and goals when you begin so we can guide you. Larger goals may take longer than twelve weeks, but are just as possible.

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What if I travel or work shifts?

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Tell us what your schedule looks like. The lessons and replays are there when you can watch. We’ll help you work through the practical adjustments.

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Can I join while pregnant or breastfeeding?

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We don’t enroll women while pregnant or breastfeeding. We’ll be here when you’re finished. If you become pregnant during the program, let us know.

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What if I have a medical condition or take medication?

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We guide you through the program; your doctor handles medical care and medications. If you take diabetes medication, check with your prescriber before changing your food or fasting.