Low Carb for Newbies

Thursday, 04 November 2004 21:58

(0 votes, average 0 out of 5)

The choice to convert to a low-carb lifestyle is usually made for weight reasons. But as more research on the subject is finding, this way of eating can also help or cure certain medical conditions. Whatever your individual reason, it is important to understand low-carb so that you will get the most benefit for your situation.

I often receive emails asking, "Where can I find a list of allowed foods?" It isn't quite as simple as that. You need to understand the reason that a low-carb diet works to understand which foods you can or can't have.

The advice that I give to most newbies, or anyone interested in going low-carb, is to pick up the Atkins New Diet Revolution book. Anyone can start a diet, but this book will teach you to live a lifestyle, and help you understand why this low-carb thing is not just a "fad." Though many people are just looking for a quick answer, reading and research is very important when embarking on ANY type of lifestyle change. Knowledge is not only power, it's also success.

I don't have a magic list of foods for you. I don't have a glowing number of carbs you can have. Because you're different than I am and what is good for me, may not be good for you.

Take a look around the site. You'll find a lot of informative articles, forum postings, recipes, and more.

Good luck in your endeavors!