Low calorie or low carb?

Actually a combination of both is good!
What you'll find that is that bad carbs.... processed white flower, should be removed as much as possible from your diet.
It has very short carbohydrates, which break down very quickly and get converted to fat quickly (almost as fast as sugar)
Also, it won't keep you full! So, try to switch to whole grain food, and more protein. Whole wheat pasta or Barilla Plus (has protein) tastes just as good
Of course, whole wheat or multigrain bread will help too.
The theory behind both is that you want to keep yourself from getting hungry, while eating foods that keep you full throughout the day.
AND EAT LOTS OF VEGGIES! AND DRINK LOTS OF WATER too!
 
Low carbs: you're going to have less energy, I personally don't like that idea. However, you're going to starve less

Low protein: you're going to eat less because you feel you're full, but it is not healthy to be extreme here.

Low calories: this one is broad, but like Monster, I think you should find a balance. Don't eat too much carbs but just enough to feel good for the whole day and enough protein to make sure you don't starve. Don't forget vegetables too =)
 
BenoitT said:
Low carbs: you're going to have less energy, I personally don't like that idea. However, you're going to starve less

You wont have low energy levels . if anything you will have more energy as your blood sugar levels will me more controlled and stable instead of the up and down yo yo effect caused by carbs / insulin . Your body utilises fat as energy .

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Eat carbs in the morning . Complex carbs not processed rubbish . The only other time to eat carbs would be post workout (resistance training)
 
Monster said:
Actually a combination of both is good!
What you'll find that is that bad carbs.... processed white flower, should be removed as much as possible from your diet.
It has very short carbohydrates, which break down very quickly and get converted to fat quickly (almost as fast as sugar)
Also, it won't keep you full! So, try to switch to whole grain food, and more protein. Whole wheat pasta or Barilla Plus (has protein) tastes just as good
Of course, whole wheat or multigrain bread will help too.
The theory behind both is that you want to keep yourself from getting hungry, while eating foods that keep you full throughout the day.
AND EAT LOTS OF VEGGIES! AND DRINK LOTS OF WATER too!
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I think Monster hit it right on the nose with this one! This the way I am currently losing weight. I watch my calorie intake as well as switched over to whole wheat. Started eating fruits and veggies and tons of water.
 
I dont eat any pasta or breads at all. I eat nothing but fish (salmon), chicken breast, steak (mostly lean type), vegetables, salads (with just enough dressing for taste), an apple (for fiber or a pear), and South Beach Meal replacement and snack bars. I use no butter or anything that has high carbs, fat or calories per serving. Carbs dont always give you energy. They can weigh you down too. I stick with high protein (up to 200 grams a day), and under 50 grams of carbs a day. That works for me. I take vitamins, B-12 (energy), Iron (energy), and Glucosamine (joints). It all has been working great for me and im losing weight just fine. My water intake is quite high, and sometimes I add lemon juice to it to flush out the kidneys (it acts as a diuretic). My after workout drink is Powerade Zero which has no calories, carbs, or anything else in it. I eat a meal replacement bar 1 hour after working out since the body is still burning calories and it is recommended to wait 1 hour after working out to eat. Protein is always included in my meals.
Low carb is not a bad way to go. If you can keep carbs low, and still maintain energy, then keep a low carb, low fat, mid to high protein diet. It will work wonders!
 
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