Hi, I’m Mary Ann, and I’m not your average human.

Woman with red hair taking a selfie in a gym mirror, wearing a black sleeveless shirt and red pants, with tattoos on her arms. Several gym machines and other gym-goers are visible in the background.

Some of my differences are obvious when you look at me: I’m missing a leg, half a foot, and two fingers.

Other differences lurk beneath the surface. I’m an anarcho-libertarian with a penchant for 19th century history (don’t get me started on Grover Cleveland unless you have a few hours!). I’m a prepper, I raise quail, knit, and am pretty good with a pistol.

But the most life-changing differences are these: In 2018 I became a Carnivore, and in 2022 I gave my life to Jesus Christ. I’m proud to be different, because these decisions have renewed my spirit, body, and mind.

I’m not a doctor, dietician, health coach, or influencer. I’m just a one-legged lady trying to figure out what I want to be when I grow up.

But let me tell you: I’ve been through some shit. And I’m not talking about baby bird droppings. I’ve waded through waist-deep elephant dung whose smell alone would knock out a grown man. I’m not here to rescue you, but I can walk alongside you and help you find the courage, strength, and resources for you to rescue yourself.

For me, it was Jesus Christ and the carnivore diet: One saved my soul, the other nourished my body. And I’m thriving as a result!

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Grateful for this overflowing bowl packed with nutrient-dense superfoods 🥩 The next time you struggle to make a healthy food choice, be grateful to have a choice in the first place! We have too many options, quite frankly, and most of them aren't even food at all - they're winsomely packaged chemicals intentionally formulated to get you addicted. Every time you choose real food, you can fight the big food corporations and their evil intentions. You can fight for your body, your brain, and your life. Just make the next right choice. Tonight's power bowl: @carnivore.snax Wagyu Bottom Round chips Diced beef seasoned with @eatpluck And one scrumptious pickled egg 🍳 #carnivorediet #maha #wholefoods #eatmeat #pickledeggs

During the first round of snow and ice we experienced here in SC, I was in the hospital, worried about something else - whether or not I could keep my remaining leg. I had contracted another MRSA infection, this time in my left ankle. It resembled the infection from May 2025 which resulted in my amputation - and if the second infection was as severe as the first, I could lose my other leg. I tried not to panic, and called out to God. I realized that I had not been prioritizing Him in my life, and promised to place Him first if only He would spare my leg. He did, and I'm so very grateful. Read the full story, and the promises I made, here 👇🏼 https://www.peglegcarnivore.com/amputeeblog/dejavu #amputee #hospital #infection #blogpost #godisgood 🙏🏼 I want to thank @slona_kawa for her encouragement and support with this post, and in general. God bless you, my friend 💜

Happiness on a plate! Air-fried lamb chops seasoned with @redmondrealsalt garlic salt, @carnivore.snax chicken sliders, and beef summer sausage (sugar-free of course!) from @sevensonsfarms 🥩 Great way to end a snowy Monday, and I'm looking forward to fitness classes resuming their regular schedule @ymcagvl tomorrow 🏋🏼‍♀️ #carnivore #lambchops #summersausage #snowedin #fitnessfood

Snow is still falling, and I'm grateful for this warm & satisfying breakfast burrito. It's my first (and probably last) time trying turkey bacon. 🦃 Not horrible, but certainly nothing to write home about. Everything else was rockin': six scrambled quail eggs from my ladies outside, @sevensonsfarms beef sausage, and an @egglifefoods wrap all cooked in @redfeather_butter & seasoned with @eatpluck You can find this recipe & other breakfast ideas on my blog 👇🏼 https://www.peglegcarnivore.com/blog/breakfastburrito #breakfastburrito #snowday #carnivorediet #quaileggs #sausages

Powering up with protein, fat, & a dash of organ meat for extra nutrients! 🍖 16oz. crispy beef bites seasoned with @eatpluck + my favorite edible spoons, chicken sliders from @carnivore.snax 🧂 All topped with @redmondrealsalt I love my power bowls because of the texture juxtaposition, satiating size, & energy boost! Check out more on my blog 👇🏼 https://www.peglegcarnivore.com/blog/my-go-to-power-bowl #carnivorediet #chips #beef #chicken #salty

Two words: smoked picanha 🤤 #carnivore #smokedmeat #picanha #churrasco #barbecue

🐐 Fully carnivore GOAT burger! I had some ground goat from @billydoe_meats and was feeling creative, so I whipped up this dairy-free burger for breakfast. Buns: collagen buns from Joel - first time making them and won't be the last. Great texture and taste. I smashed three of these burgers and feel unstoppable today! #carnivore #smashburger #goatmeat #baconburger #ketobread

Second meal for the day after work: chicken thighs fried in @porkkinggood Cajun pork panko + Wagyu chuck chips from @carnivore.snax 👌🏼 #foodisfuel #nutrientdense #carnivorelifestyle #friedchicken #zerocarb

Had a birthday blast with my fellow carnivores @estampagaucha_clt 🥩 Pretty sure I ate my weight in beef ribs - that and picanha are my favorite Brazilian steakhouse cuts! #carnivore #rodizio #brazilian #picanha #churrasco

Ever had lamb bacon? Lamb fat is sweet and oh so satisfying. Refueling after a great workout with some chicken thighs fried in @porkkinggood ranch pork rind crumbs + 8oz @sevensonsfarms lamb bacon. Meat and fat is where it's at! 💪🏼 🍗 #carnivorediet #friedchicken #lamb #meatlover #femalefitness

Refueling with turkey wings and @carnivore.snax Wagyu chuck chips! I marinated the wings overnight with my own unique curry blend, which you can find on my blog 👇🏼 www.peglegcarnivore.com/blog/crispyovenwings The high fat snax & high protein turkey wings complimented each other perfectly. I ended up having two turkey wings and about half the bag of snax - gotta have plenty of fuel to build muscle and heal! #carnivore #turkey #crunchy #ancestral #highprotein

Trying to work my ass ON (not OFF 😂) Let's build this 🍑 #squats #wod #fitnessjourney #girlswholift #femalebodybuilder

Tried a delicious new seasoning on my daily wings: Tzatiki mix from @greek_village_market - authentic & imported from Greece. 🇬🇷 Crunchy, juicy, and flavorful! #chickenwings #greekfood #greece #tzatziki #carnivorediet

One of my all-time favorite meal combos! Fried chicken thighs coated in a blend of quail eggs & Frank's red hot and "breaded" with @porkkinggood Cajun pork rind crumbs + a helping of @sevensonsfarms beef summer sausage. Crunchy, fatty, spicy, filling! Fueled me up after my morning workout and gave me energy for my afternoon work shift. #carnivore #friedchicken #summersausage #ketosis #cajunfood

Some carnivores would consider this sacrilege. I just consider it delicious! Sure, I love making an impressive standing rib roast for holidays, but sometimes I just want a comforting bowl of BEEF. So, I slow-cooked a prime rib roast low & slow in ACV then shredded and air fried it. The crispy fat with the shredded tender meat hits the spot on a rainy football evening! #carnivore #primerib #ribroast #ribeye #beefy

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Recipes

Bacon Wrapped Roast Ranch Chicken

Transform a dull rotisserie chicken into an eye-catching dish that both kids and adults will enjoy. With the flavor of ranch and addition of bacon, even the breast portions will turn out juicy and satiating.

Tallow Taquitos

These deep-fried taquitos are a nourishing upgrade from the ultra-processed ones in the freezer section. Frying in tallow adds extra flavor and increases satiety - and you’ll get the thumbs up from RFK!

Lusty Egg Salad

This is NOT the bland egg salad in a plastic grocery store package… It’s a flavor blast infused with bacon and packed with protein! Easy to whip up, and no “sus” mayo or seed oils in sight!

Lemon Poppyseed Bundt Cake

Fool your “normie” friends with this high protein lemon poppyseed Bundt cake - it’s sexy enough to serve at a dinner party but clean enough to fit your carnivore lifestyle. They’ll never know the difference!

Simple Scotch Eggs

Whip up this delicious portable snack with four simple ingredients! Bite into a crispy outer shell to enjoy a smooth, silky egg on the inside.

Pumpkin Spice Cakelets

Jump on the PSL train without all the added sugar! These dairy-free caramel cakelets are high in protein and minerals and take less than an hour to whip up, unlike SAD baked goods. My favorite way to serve them is warm with a scoop of my carnivore vanilla ice cream.

ChocoChip Sweetbread (But not that kind!)

It’s an unbelievable concoction: a fluffy, chocolate chip cloud bread high in protein with the added nutrition of organ meats! It tastes like a dream, won’t spike your insulin, and helps you hit your fitness and nutrition goals.

Breakfast Burrito with Hash Browns

Skip the drive-through and whip up this easy, nutrient-dense breakfast burrito to start your day.

Chicken and Waffles

Make this amazing soul food staple with only FIVE ingredients - and no dairy!

Oven Smoked Brisket

Want wood-smoked brisket but don’t own a smoker? This method is for you!

Crispy Oven Chicken Wings

Skip the mess of a fryer and learn to make easy, sensationally crispy wings in the oven instead. Includes several of my favorite marinades & dry rubs for flavor inspiration!

Thicc Mints

Build muscle by eating chocolate? This girl scout cookie alternative will get you those gains!

Cajun Chicken Nuggets

Spicy chicken nuggets made with pork rind breadcrumbs and my secret Cajun spice blend.

Creamy Carnivore Cheesecake

Creamy carnivore cheesecake with a secret ingredient plus buttery crumble crust!

Chicken Cordon Bleu

Ham & cheese stuffed chicken breasts - carnivore style!

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“But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.”

— 1 Peter 5:10

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