Low Carbs Diet
- Dietitian.Lauren Hmede
- Feb 13, 2019
- 2 min read
Low-carb foods for weight loss: 5 tips to lose belly fat even faster on a low-carb diet plan
Introduction:
We all know that low carbs diet have been shown effective result in losing weight faster than high carbs diet. Ketogenic diet, Atkins diet and Paleo diet have become popular and are classified as low carbs diet.
Low carbs diet has been shown good effects for people with diabetes and show results in weight loss. The idea of these diet is to switch the body from glycogen burning state into ketosis state when the body burns fatter and eventually you will lose weight. Low carbs diet encourage high healthy fat consumption, moderate protein, low carbs and low starchy vegetables. Some studies suggest that low-carb diets can cause up to 2-3 times more weight loss than low-fat diets.
Low-carb diets for weight loss: How to do it right for optimal health and results
Following low carbs diet can be difficult at the beginning for many people. Here are some tips to follow low carbs diet.
Know what foods are low-carb
At the beginning you need to know which is food is classified as low carbs. The good news is that low carbs food are delicious yet nutritious. Low-carb foods include leafy green vegetables, cauliflower and broccoli, lean meats, fish, egg, nuts and seeds, unsweetened dairies, oil such as olive oil, and some fruits like apples, blueberries, and strawberries, etc.
Meal planning
Planning for your meals ahead is really important before you go shopping in grocery stores and it is helpful to stay on track. When you know what to eat for lunch and dinner, you are less likely to make unhealthy food choices, which can sabotage your efforts to slim down.
Meal preparation
Preparing meals saves money and time moreover you will choose healthy meals. Preparing meals well ahead of time and storing foods in a healthy, safe manner can be of great help.
Complex carbs
In order to achieve your weight loss goals you need to know that not all carbs are equal while you are reducing the intake of refined sugar and processed food you need to focus on complex carbs. Complex carbs are found in more nutrient-dense whole foods such as fibre-rich fruits like bananas, beans and vegetables, whole grains, etc. Complex carbs take longer to digest than simple carbs and can keep you full for longer, which may prevent you from overeating.
Potential health risks
Before trying low carbs diet you need to know common potential effect. Some of the short-term health risks that may be caused by a low-carb diet include constipation, cramping, nausea, bad breath, palpitations, high cholesterol, etc. A low-carb diet may also cause long-term health issues such as gastrointestinal problems, nutritional deficiencies, loss of bone density, etc.
Conclusion:
The bottom line is that a healthy, low-carb diet based on real foods can provide some benefits, including weight loss, however, you should always talk to your doctor or a nutritionist before going on a low-carb diet.
Sources:
https://www.dietdoctor.com/low-carb
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