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Any of you low carb, low to no fruits people go camping? Even if not, what are you eating for those with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto's

Adapting Low Carb Principles for Hypothyroidism While Camping

I see many in their 40s and 50s struggling with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto's. These conditions slow metabolism, making weight loss tougher amid hormonal changes. A low carb, low-to-no fruit approach helps stabilize blood sugar and reduce inflammation, but camping adds the challenge of limited prep time and no refrigerator. The good news? You can succeed without complex meal plans.

Focus on protein and healthy fats to support thyroid function. Aim for 20-50g net carbs daily, prioritizing non-starchy vegetables over fruits which can spike insulin and interfere with thyroid hormone conversion. I recommend selenium-rich foods like Brazil nuts (just 1-2 per day) and zinc from meats to aid T4 to T3 conversion—critical for Hashimoto's management.

Practical Low Carb Camping Meals That Work

Pre-plan to avoid overwhelm. Pack a cooler with ice packs for 2-3 days. Breakfast: scrambled eggs with bacon or sausage—cook over a portable stove. Add spinach for magnesium, which many with joint pain and thyroid issues lack. Lunch: tuna or chicken salad made with avocado oil mayo, celery, and cucumber. No bread needed; wrap in lettuce.

Dinner: grilled steak or salmon with zucchini and broccoli roasted in foil packets. Salmon provides omega-3s that combat the inflammation common in Hashimoto's. For snacks, handfuls of macadamia nuts or pork rinds deliver fat without carbs. If managing diabetes and blood pressure, these choices help keep readings stable—many clients report 10-15 point drops in 30 days following my approach.

Managing Energy, Joint Pain, and Hormonal Challenges

Camping doesn't require intense hikes. Gentle walks support lymph flow without aggravating joint pain. Stay hydrated with electrolyte packets (no sugar) to counter the diuretic effect of low carb eating. For Hashimoto's flares, include bone broth powder packets—easy to mix and rich in collagen for joint support.

Avoid goitrogenic raw cruciferous veggies in excess; light cooking mitigates this. Track symptoms in a simple journal. In my book, I detail how eliminating fruits initially resets insulin sensitivity, allowing gradual reintroduction if tolerated. Most see 5-8 pounds lost in the first two weeks when combining this with the CFP 16:8 intermittent fasting window.

Overcoming Past Diet Failures with Simple Strategies

If you've failed every diet before, this isn't another restrictive plan—it's sustainable. Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken shredded into packs. Cheese sticks and hard-boiled eggs travel well. For blood sugar control alongside weight loss, test levels before and after meals; low carb camping keeps them even. Insurance barriers? These foods cost less than $10 daily. Start small this weekend and build confidence without embarrassment—your results will speak.

💬 What the Community Says

The community shows strong interest in low carb camping for hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's, with many sharing foil-packet meals using eggs, sausage, and non-starchy veggies. Most practitioners find protein-heavy options like canned fish and nuts sustain energy without fruit, though some debate nightshade vegetables triggering flares. A vocal minority reports better thyroid numbers after cutting all fruit for 30 days, but others note fatigue during hikes if electrolytes are overlooked. Beginners often express relief at simple cooler lists that avoid complicated prep, especially those juggling diabetes and joint pain. Lived experiences highlight gradual adaptation helps overcome past diet burnout, with mixed results on weight loss speed depending on individual hormone levels. Overall sentiment leans positive for realistic, no-fuss approaches that fit middle-income budgets and busy schedules.
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Clark, R. (2026). Any of you low carb, low to no fruits people go camping? Even if not, what are y. *CFP Weight Loss*. https://blog.cfpweightloss.com/ask/any-of-you-low-carb-low-to-no-fruits-people-go-camping-even-if-not-what-are-you-eating-for-those-with-hypothyroidism-or-hashimoto-s
Russell Clark, FNP-C, APRN
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Russell Clark, FNP-C, APRN, is the founder of CFP Weight Loss in Nashville and CFP Fit Now telehealth. Over 35 years in healthcare — Army Nurse Reserves, Level 1 trauma ER, hospitalist — he developed a 30-week protocol integrating real foods, detox, and low-dose tirzepatide cycling that has helped hundreds of patients lose 30–90 pounds. He and his wife Anne-Marie lost a combined 275 pounds using the same protocol.

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