Today's episode is sponsored by KetoCon 2023.  Ketocon is returning to Austin, TX on April 21 through 23rd in 2023. Ketocon is the largest event in the U.S. focused solely on the science and stories of living a ketogenic diet and lifestyle. We’ll be throwing a Carnivore party and recording a CATG episode at Ketocon!! Use Code CATG at ketocon.org to get $50 off your ticket! See you there! Thank you for supporting this podcast. _____ Be part of our 100th episode! Get your ticket here! In this episode, Laura and Judy deep dive into reasons for adding carbs on a carnivore diet.  100th episodeTrends in carnivore: MCT challenge, PSMFA1C on carnivore (Blood sugar)Dawn effectLow protein risksProtein and amino acidsThe reasons for carbs, including fiberCarbs and sleepCarbs and hormonesThe big picture of cortisolGluconeogenesisExogenous hormonesCarbs as a bandaidCrossfit MenopauseLong term risks and benefits RESOURCES:  CATG 100th EpisodeCATG Ep 77 - The Endocrine/Hormone SystemNwJ Ep. 147 - Dr. Ben Bikman InterviewNwJ Ep. 183 - Dr. Donald Layman InterviewLaura’s LocalsNwJ NewsletterSPONSORS:  KETOCON: Use Code CATG at ketocon.org to get $50 off your ticket! JUDY'S RESOURCES: Judy's Book, Carnivore CureFree #Carnivore75Hard ProgramNutrition with Judy ArticlesNutrition with Judy ResourcesJudy's InstagramNutrition with Judy PodcastJudy's YouTubeJudy's Facebook_____  LAURA'S RESOURCES:  Laura’s LocalsLaura's Discount Codes & InterviewsLaura's AmazonLaura's YouTubeLaura's Instagram_____  DISCLAIMER: This podcast should never be considered medical advice. We always recommend working with your medical team. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition. Head over to paleovalley.com/catg and get 15% off your first order. Promo code CATG