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Too few carbs?

sweetteadrinker2
sweetteadrinker2 Posts: 1,026 Member
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I've been doing some reading, and apparently under 50 grams puts most people in ketosis. I'm on 25 grams and I'm wondering if that's too low? I'm 18, female, 5' 2" and pretty active. I like that I'm losing 2 lbs a week, roughly. But is there such a thing as too few carbs?

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  • strawmama
    strawmama Posts: 623 Member
    In my opinion, there's no such thing as too few carbs :)
  • gemberly
    gemberly Posts: 67 Member
    I've been eating 15 or less carbs a day. Your brain can live on glucose or ketones. I feel better than ever and I don't have to deal with blood sugar fluctuations!
  • ABrownGrl
    ABrownGrl Posts: 41 Member
    I stay under 20 and like @gemberly‌ have never felt better!
  • DAM5412
    DAM5412 Posts: 660 Member
    No such thing. Some members aim for NO carbs...others set their macros where they are most comfortable. If your goal is weight loss, and that's what you are seeing, then you are accomplishing your goals. Just pay attention to your energy levels and how you feel.
  • SteveKroll
    SteveKroll Posts: 94 Member
    Contrary to what the USDA says, carbohydrates are NOT an essential nutrient, meaning you don't need to consume any. Whatever your body needs can be manufactured internally from amino acids in the protein you eat.
  • DittoDan
    DittoDan Posts: 1,850 Member
    Ditto everything above.

    Dan the Man from Michigan
  • sweetteadrinker2
    sweetteadrinker2 Posts: 1,026 Member
    Thanks guys, makes me feel better.

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