Monday, April 12, 2010

Carbohydrates and Weight Control

Many people struggle with weight loss and cannot seem to stick to diets because diets do not work. One of the best ways to get your body weight under control and keep it under control is to get your carbohydrates under control. A low carb diet is more of a healthy way of eating rather than a diet so it is a good way to control your body weight and to get all of the necessary nutrients that the body needs to be optimally functional.

It is a common misconception that the body needs carbohydrates in order to have energy. This concept not only false but in fact consuming carbohydrates may be a major contributor to erratic energy levels in the body. Consuming foods with carbohydrates sends the energy levels in the body sky high and then plummeting down. Eating a low carb diet will help to get body weight under control and will also regulate the metabolism and energy levels.

Replacing those high carb empty calories with low carb nutrient rich foods will help the body to function at its peak. When carbohydrates are cut out of the diet low carb foods replace them for energy. Instead of turning to the carbohydrates in the body to burn off for energy the body will turn to the stored fat in the body to burn off. Many people are suprised to find how much weight they lose when they are on a low carb diet. This low carb approach to eating can help anyone to drop pounds and keep their weight under control.

Low carb foods that are consumed on a low carb diet are foods like meats and seafood that are high in protein and healthy fats, dairy products like cheese and milk that are high in calcium, nutrient rich vegetables and savory nuts. Instead of eating 3 large meals, 5 smaller meals are eaten every couple of hours and that keeps the metabolism and energy in the body at a steady level.

It is important to start the day with a high protein and low carb breakfast within 30 minutes of waking up. This is an important component of low carb eating because eating very soon after waking will jump start the body's metabolism. If breakfast is put off the metabolism will remain at the pace that it was when sleeping and less fat will be burned off.




Disclaimer:

The information provided in this article does not constitute medical advice and should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. If you have a health problem you should consult a licensed physician.

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