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Is there any reason to count carbs?

Dannilee2013
Dannilee2013 Posts: 37 Member
edited November 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
Hi

Unless you have a medical condition such as diabetes is there any reason to count carbs as well as calories?

Thanks
D

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  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,884 Member
    Dannilee2013 wrote: »
    Hi

    Unless you have a medical condition such as diabetes is there any reason to count carbs as well as calories?

    Thanks
    D

    No. :)

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  • Dannilee2013
    Dannilee2013 Posts: 37 Member
    Before I joined MFP, I had already lost a huge amount of weight by counting my calories, I hadn't a clue how many carbs, fats or proteins I was eating per day. All I knew was my calories.

  • SlimBride2Be
    SlimBride2Be Posts: 315 Member
    Limiting carbs and eating more fat instead can make you feel fuller for longer. Some people like it because it helps them keep their total calories down.
  • Kst76
    Kst76 Posts: 935 Member
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    Yep...and I also crave more carbs if I eat them. Especially bread... And they don't fill me up as well.
  • LKArgh
    LKArgh Posts: 5,178 Member
    Unless you are diabetic or prediabetic, no, it is a matter of personal preference.
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