Low Carb Solution

Does a low carb diet lower the amount of good bacteria in your gut? If I go on a low carb diet, will it lower the amount of good bacteria in my gut? Also, if I take probiotics, will they be able to be sustained in my gut on a low carb diet or will the probiotics be ineffective in providing benefits if I am on a low carb diet? Thanks.

Does a low carb diet cause you to lose muscle? If so, what is the most effective way to lose body fat? I'm currently doing cardio 3 times a week coupled with power strength training twice a week. I used to eat good carbs (like multi grain bread, wheat and granola cereal, etc) and have lost 15kg in the past 6 months with about 10% of body fat down. Recently one health instructor I met told me that going on low carb is even better and I'll lose weight even faster. I have since then (for about a week now) been on a low carb and it feels weird to be on a low carb, high fat & protein diet since I've been on a low fat diet for some time. I've also been researching and it seems low carb diets are unhealthy. Is this true? Pls advise. Thanks.

Do low carb diets really work?How many carbs a day is considered a low carb diet? for example, if i where to keep up the low carb diet for about one month and then i start eating regular, will i gain more weight? or what are the "side effects" if i where to do this?

I am switching from a low carb diet to a low fat diet diet. Do you think I will gain weight? I have been on a low carb diet for seven months and I've lost 25 lbs. I have pleateued at the same weight for about 3 months. I want to try and exercise more but I find I have no energy to run as much as I used to before low carb. I also miss fruits and whole grains, such as cereal, and I need more fiber in my diet (its very hard to use the bathroom on low carb if you know what I mean). I know I lost weight on low carb and I'm scared to death if I switch back I will regain. I'm just so confused! And if I do add carbs back should I still limit them? Like only at breafkast and lunch? Someone who is nowledgeable please help!! Thanks so much.

What are some low carb foods and is low carb the best way to go on a diet? I am thinking about trying a low carb diet, kind of like the Atkins diet but I'm going to try this on my own, not with a program. What are some good low carb foods that I can eat that will keep me going during the day? Also, does anyone have some lower back exercises? I can't find ANY that are doable without some machine contraption and I can't afford one of those!

Can I do a low carb diet to lose weight while running 20 to 30 miles a week? I have been running, eating a healthy diet and drinking lots of water for over a month now and a I havent lost a pound. I have lost weight doing low carb before but I want to have the energy to train for a half marathon at the same time. Is it healthy to do low carb and distance running together?

What kind of foods can you suggest for a low carb diet? Ok- I went on a low carb diet and I found a list of foods for snacks, but not many recipes or dinner/lunch ideas except wraps. Can anyone give me suggestions? Also- I am on a low carb diet b/c it is the only thing I have found that eases my stomach pains after meals. Tried lots of diet adjustments and cutting out unnecessary carbs is the only thing that keeps me feeling good. I will and love to eat whole grain foods.

How can I reduce my fat intake while on a low carb diet? My doctor recently put me on a low carb diabetic diet. I am not a diabetic - yet. I have a very high insulin resistance in which he wants to treat with diet and exercise and diabetic meds. I have been charting everything I eat, the calories, the fat grams, the carbs, fiber and protein. However, since my carbs have decreased, it seems that my fat intake has increased - at least it seems that way in the pie chart. Is it possible to reduce the fat AND carbs? The doc wants me under 35 carbs a day which is extremely hard to do as it is. It seems like the lower fat foods have a higher carb content and the higher fat foods have a lower carb content. I am concerned about my blood lipids, blood pressure and overall heart health. I would greatly appreciate any tips or advice you may have to offer. Thanks! Oh, the reason I am so insulin resistant is due to the PCOS that I was diagnosed with a year ago. It's sypmtoms have started to take over my body very quickly and has deemed me infertile, unless I can drop and control my insulin levels ASAP.

How long does it take to get used to a low carb diet? I need to stay on a low carb diet since I have candida, but I always end up getting horrible cravings and I feel very anxious on a diet that consists mostly of meats and low carb vegetables. So far, I've only been able to stay on the diet for ten days. Do the cravings ever completely subside? How can I feel satisfied on such a restricted diet and not feel so edgy all of the time?

How does a low carb diet work? I heard that after a few days if your body doesnt have a lot of carbs, your body starts to get rid of the fat. Something like that. Why is it that a low carb diet help you lose weight fast? I also heard in the news that the low carb diet is the most successful diet people get on.

How can I keep a low carb diet if everything contains carbs? I am really stressed out over this because I have PCOS, and I am supposed to keep a low carb diet to lower the effects and lose weight. I also want to get pregnant. I love veggies and fruit, but it seems like all the veggies and fruit have tons of carbs? I am so confused. I just had a tasty snack of red radishes, baby carrots, and cherry tomatoes...yumm..but im sure it was a fattening snack!

How to reduce your cholesterol, while on a low carb diet? I am currently in a low carb diet but my cholesterol results where high, do I need to change anything in my diet? Or is there any suggestion on what I can eat to reduce my cholesterol.

How can i make an effective low-carb diet plan? I've tried everything,and honestly, i don't have time to count calories.How does a low-carb diet work? Has anyone tried it? Does anyone know a list of low-carb foods to help me off to a good start?

How long do you have to stay on a low carb diet before you start to lose weight? How long do you have to stay on a low carb diet before you begin to lose weight?

How do you get off of a low-carb diet without gaining weight? My experience with being on a low-carb diet has been that I am extremly sensitive to carbs. For example, if I eat even a single chocolate bar, it leads to weight gain the very next day. Due to this increasing sensitivity to carbs, it gets harder and harder to lose or even avoid gaining weight.

How many carbs a day is considered a low carb diet? How many carbs a day is considered a low carb diet? Thanks.

What are some foods that would work well with a really low carb diet? What are some foods that would work well with a really low carb diet? Because I've started the diet today and the only really low carb things I can find are bacon, eggs, progresso, and crystal light. Thanks for the help!!!

What is the most weight someone has lost in one month on low carb diet? I know it is not the best diet, so I don't need the negatives. I just want to know what is the most weight that someone has lost doing the low carb diet for one month, or two months by staying under 20 carbs a day. Thanks in advance!

Any of you runners ever tried a low carb diet? ....and if so, did it effect your running? I can't get these last 10 pounds off but enjoy running 20-30 miles a week. I've tried Low calorie/low fat but it doesn't seem to work. I started a low carb diet a couple of days ago and already see results. However, I'm concerned that it might make me too tired to keep up with my running schedule. So far it hasn't had any impact but I don't think I'm completely carb depleted yet.

What's the difference between the Atkins diet and a Low carb diet? I would like to lose weight. I feel like I have to put myself on a "diet" because otherwise I'll have no clue what I can and can't eat, and what I should and shouldn't be doing. Whats the difference between a low carb diet, and going on the Atkins diet? Are they the same? If not, whats better? Thank you for your answers :)

What kind of sweetener to use on low carb diet? Since processed sugar is out, what kind of sweetener can I use on a low-carb diet like South Beach or GI Index?

Does a low carb diet really work? How fast can you lose weight? Like how many pounds a week do you lose by going on a no carb/low carb diet?

What does a low carb diet consist of exactly? I'm confused about what carbs are and what aren't...They say to eat a low carb diet if you want to lose weight..what are some low carb foods? Also, is it true that it takes 3 weeks for the body to get in a fat-burning mode? Because I want to lose 5 pounds this upcoming 3 weeks or so.. I read losing 1-2 pounds per week is recommended and healthy right?

How is it possible to lose weight on low carb diet and exercise? To lose weight you have to burn more calories than you eat, but it seems you would have to exercise all day to burn calories if you are on the high cal high fat low carb diet. I ask this because I lost 30 lbs on the low carb diet with no exercise. Now I am back on low carb and exercising and I'm not losing the weight I did when I went on the diet the first time, but I thought if I added exercise my weight loss would sky rocket.

What are some of the best foods to eat on a low-carb diet? I want to do the low-carb diet; I usually get bored if the food that I eat isn't exciting. Please pass along recipies.

What amount of Carbs is considered to be low Carbs, in a low carb diet? I am wanting to start a low carb diet, and I understand that I basically can eat anyhting as long as it has low carbs. How many Grams of carbs per day is considered low carbs. I love 2% milk, and drink it with almost every meal. What could I drink in lew of this milk, if it is bad?

What would be good diet low carb, for insulin resistance, pcos that I can follow? I have no clue what to eat, and can not afford to join a low carb diet

What kind of workouts should I do on a low carb diet? I'm on a low carb diet because i want to lose weight, I run alot and I also lift weights. Now i stopped lifting weights because I didnt want to put on muscle weight just yet. So what kind of workouts should I do to drop the weight?

what diet is better for a woman low carb or low fat? Last year I did the low carb diet and lost like 10+ pounds. This year when I started dieting again, low carb did not work--I have lost nothing and I think Im getting fatter in my legs and stomach. Someone told me to try low fat? Any advice on which is actually better.

What do you eat in order to get enough calories on a low carb diet? I've been on a low carb diet and so far my total calories have came to 800, 945, 660, and 1020. I know this is too low, but I don't know what foods to eat that will make my calorie intake increase. I've been eating eggs, bacon, tuna, spinach, olives, chicken, cheese, kiwi, banana peppers, nuts, sandwich ham, cucumber, and cottage cheese. I don't like beef.

What should I stay away from if I want to follow through with a low carb diet? Okay, so I heard the low carb diet is great and I wanna give it a try. Could you guys give me some tips or dos and don'ts of low card dieting?

How do you eat low-carb on a vegetarian diet? No medicine, pills, etc. What are foods you can eat on a low-carb diet?

What multivitamins can I take if I am in a low carb diet? I want to take a multivitamin supplement, is this allowed while your are in a low carb diet? If so what can I take?

How many carbs should you eat on a low carb diet? How many carbs should you eat daily on a low carb diet? Any helpful suggestions? Thanks a lot!

What should my serving of almonds be if I'm doing the low carb diet? I know almonds are high in fat, and although I'm on the low carb diet should I really be eating almonds AND cheese? Should I be sticking with lean meats and veggies?

Can I have two glasses of white wine on a low carb diet? My mom says that on a low carb diet you can't have ANY alcohol, but my friend Sarah says you can have a couple of glasses as long as you are only watching carbs, not calories. I'm only planning to have one, maybe two small glasses. Will it mess up my diet?

How does a low carb diet cause a false-positive on an alcohol breathalizer test? I know that a low carb diet causes energy to be created from fatty acids rather than glucose and that somewhere along the line ketones are created, which triggers the breathalizer. it is also the cause of severe diabetics to have the characteristic "sweet" breath. But what are the cellular mechanisms for this? I can't find any legit resources, but think this would be an interesting topic for an O-Chem presentation. Thanks!

How many carbs in a low carb diet? I'm going to try a low carb diet combined with my normal workout routine. I understand low carb doesn't mean no carb. How many carbs should I be taking in to be considered low carb and still be healthy?

How many grams of protein and carbs on a high protein low carb diet? Hello all, My doctor has recommended that I go on a high protein / low carb diet for my condition (it's an enzyme dificiency). Between 1200 and 1400 calories a day. I've been trying to do some research on the web but haven't found many clear cut answers. How many grams of protein and how many grams of carbs should I limit myself to on this kind of diet?

Anything sweet that i can enjoy while being on a low carb diet? Hi i am doing a low carb diet, but i am craving for something sweet. Can anyone recommend some nice sweet food to curb my cravings?

How much weight can I expect to lose on a low carb diet? I'm a 25 yr old 160 lb male (short and over weight). I'm starting a low carb diet soon. How much weight can I expect to lose in the first 2 weeks?

What kinds of foods are recommended for a low-carb diet? I was diagnosed with PCOS and need to begin a low-carb diet. I am not familiar with what this entails and could use some guidance on putting together a plan.

How long will it take to loose 30 pounds on the High Protein Low Carb Diet? I know that with the High Protein Low carb diet you will lose faster then low calorie diets because of Ketosis, but if you did the diet how long did it take you to lose? I am working out with a personal trainer, I just want to hear some personal experiences.

How fast can someone lose weight on a low-carb/ketosis diet? If I went on a low-carb diet and my body went into ketosis, how much weight would I lose and how quickly? I've heard people say that I could lose 30lbs or more in 30 days, but that sounds unrealistic.

What do you think about a low carb diet? I am Currently thinking about going on a low carb diet, does anyone know if it is safe and healthy?

What are the rules in a low carb diet? i've tried dieting for the last year with little success. mostly i just counted calories. but i think it wasnt working for me because of the carb intake since i wasnt watching that. so now i really want to do a low carb diet. anyone know how this work, how many carbs u are supposed to have a day etc and has it ever worked for u.

Is a low carb diet really so bad for you? I need to loose a 100 pounds and are thinking of following a low carb diet.

On a low carb diet, how many servings of grains are we susposed to eat? i eat 1300 calories to maintain my weight. how many serivings of grains do i eat on a low carb diet? i think i eat about 1100-1200 calories for weight loss.

What to eat on a low carb diet such as Atkins? I am trying to do a low carb diet and I was wondering what should I eat in order to make the diet most effective and efficient? I know cut out all breads, pastas, sweets, etc...but what veggies are okay and what isn't? the obvious potatoes and other starchy vegetables I know. Can someone please fill me in or give me a website to refer to. thanks!

What can i eat for breakfast on a low/zero carb diet? I basically eat cereal (no coco pops crap)/porridge oats every day. I need to go on a low carb diet, but i'm not sure what i could have for breakfast that is low carb. I'm a vegetarian btw.

What amount of Carbs is considered to be low Carbs, in a low carb diet? I am wanting to start a low carb diet, and I understand that I basically can eat anyhting as long as it has low carbs. How many Grams of carbs per day is considered low carbs. I love 2% milk, and drink it with almost every meal. What could I drink in lew of this milk, if it is bad

Does Your body absorb the fat you eat on a low carb diet? I've been on a low carb diet for 3 days now. I was wondering since you eat some fat instead of carbs on this diet, does your body still absorb the fat, or does it just pass through your body?

How to eat on a hi-protein & low carb diet? I eat protein b4 and after exercise and low carbs non-exercise? Should you eat protein in the morning or whenever you exercise to build muscle? And have low carbs when you're not exercising? Is that how it is to be on a high protein/low carb diet. If not, please tell me the right how to diet.

What are the main aspects of a low carb diet? Hi everyone I am thinking of doing a low carb diet ready for my summer holidays in mid August. What foods can I eat? How much should I eat? Does anyone have any simple recepies for food I can have at lunch while at work? How much weight will I loose? I only need to loose a stone and a half. Any info at all would be much appreciated as I have never done this diet or anything similar. I am a carb addict so I'm hoping when i stop eating as many carbs the weight will fall off. Truthfully, how hard is it to stick to it? Thanks everyone :o) x

How exactly do you do a low carb diet? Pleaseeee Help me? I am 14 and I am dying to lose weight & I just found out about this low carb diet and convinced that this diet might actually work. But I have no resources how to do this diet. Can someone please help me what kinds of food I should avoid in order for this diet to work? Thanks :]

How much water a day on low carb diet? How much water a day should I drink to maximize weight loss on a low carb diet simular to Atkins. I've heard alot of water and I've heard to limit water intake.

Why do I experience hair loss after I cheat only one day on my low carb diet? I usually eat about 35 carbs a day and exercise about 4-5 days a week. The next day after I cheat on my low carb diet why I do experience a lot of hair loss, even my husband notices the hair everywhere.

How do I STOP being on a Low Carb Diet? Hey, so I started a low carb diet last week Sunday. I haven't eaten basically any carbs the past 10 days, but now I realize the diet isn't for me. I've heard that breaking the diet can lead to serious health risks, but I would like to end the diet. Is there a safe way to get off a low carb diet, and back to a normal one?