Total Rating
5.1
out of 10
4.0
out of 10
Metabolic Health ⓘ
6
Provides moderate benefits for inflammation and lipid profiles but lacks robust evidence on long-term metabolic stability and may pose risks with high saturated fat intake.
5
Limited evidence supports its impact on metabolic markers, with potential risks in lipid profiles and inflammation.
Micronutrients ⓘ
5
Provides adequate animal-based micronutrients but lacks sufficient vitamin C and may inadequately supply vitamin D and iodine without supplementation.
3
Lacks vitamin C and other essential micronutrients, leading to significant deficiencies.
Nutrient Density ⓘ
7
Provides high nutrient density from animal sources but lacks plant-based phytonutrient diversity.
4
Limited phytonutrient diversity and lack of fiber compromise nutrient density despite high bioavailability of certain nutrients.
Overall Health ⓘ
6
Provides adequate nutrients from animal sources but carries risks of high saturated fat and limited plant-based diversity.
3
Severe nutrient deficiencies and potential chronic disease risks outweigh potential short-term metabolic benefits.
Sustainability ⓘ
3
Relies on inaccessible, culturally specific foods and lacks flexibility for modern lifestyles.
3
Requires extreme dietary restriction, lacks flexibility, and poses challenges for long-term adherence and social integration.
Lifestyle Fit ⓘ
4
Limited flexibility and accessibility hinder integration with modern lifestyles and travel demands.
3
Severely limits social engagement, travel flexibility, and adaptability to personal or cultural preferences.
Practicality ⓘ
2
Requires inaccessible, expensive, and logistically complex food sources with minimal real-world feasibility.
6
Requires significant financial and logistical effort due to cost, limited food variety, and preparation simplicity.
Appetite Control ⓘ
6
High protein and fat content provide satiety but lack fiber and may risk overeating due to energy density.
6
High protein and fat content enhance satiety but lack fiber and may trigger cravings, limiting long-term appetite control.
Fat Quality ⓘ
9
Provides high-quality omega-3s from marine sources and minimal trans fats, with balanced saturated fats from whole foods.
5
Provides some omega-3s from animal sources but lacks unsaturated fats and may elevate saturated fat intake.
Fiber Intake ⓘ
1
Extremely low in fiber, relying on minimal plant sources and animal products with negligible diverse fiber types.
1
Provides no dietary fiber, severely compromising gut health and metabolic function.
Gut Health ⓘ
3
Severely limited dietary fiber and plant-based diversity impairs microbiome diversity and digestive health.
1
Severely lacks dietary fiber, prebiotics, and fermented foods, which are essential for gut microbiome diversity and digestive health.
Hormonal Support ⓘ
6
Provides adequate fat and protein for hormone synthesis but may disrupt insulin sensitivity and cortisol balance due to high saturated fat and potential micronutrient deficiencies.
5
Provides adequate protein and fat for satiety but lacks critical micronutrients impacting hormone synthesis and regulation.
Macro Balance ⓘ
6
Provides adequate protein and healthy fats but severely restricts carbohydrates without clear evidence-based justification for most modern populations.
4
Severely restricts carbohydrates and limits macro adaptability, risking metabolic and nutritional imbalances.
Protein Quality ⓘ
8
Provides high-quality animal proteins with complete amino acids and good digestibility, but may lack optimal distribution and modern satiety balance.
9
Provides high-quality, complete animal proteins with optimal amino acid profiles, digestibility, and sufficient quantity for muscle recovery and satiety.
Taste ⓘ
5
Offers rich, savory flavors from fatty meats and fish but lacks variety and plant-based diversity, limiting long-term enjoyment.
5
Limited variety and potential monotony may reduce long-term enjoyment despite flavorful meat-based meals.
Body Composition ⓘ
5
Provides adequate protein for lean mass preservation but lacks structured fat loss mechanisms and may compromise metabolic flexibility without caloric control.
6
Promotes fat loss with adequate protein but lacks robust evidence for long-term lean mass preservation and may compromise training performance due to potential nutrient gaps.
Energy Balance ⓘ
4
Limited calorie control and predictability due to reliance on natural food availability, but supports satiety through high protein and fat content.
5
Limited structure for calorie control and flexibility across goals, but high satiety may aid short-term adherence.
Lean Mass ⓘ
5
Provides adequate protein but may hinder resistance training performance due to low carbohydrate intake.
6
Provides adequate protein but lacks robust evidence for lean mass preservation during caloric restriction.
Athletic Support ⓘ
5
Provides adequate protein and fat but lacks sufficient carbohydrates for sustained energy and glycogen replenishment in high-intensity or endurance training.
5
Provides adequate protein and fats but severely limits carbohydrates, which are critical for most athletes' energy and recovery.
Weight Loss ⓘ
5
Limited evidence supports sustained fat loss without significant adherence challenges or metabolic drawbacks.
6
May induce short-term weight loss but lacks robust evidence for sustained fat loss and long-term sustainability.
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