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Hey guys Im trying to do a low bad carb diet. Ive cut out all breads, cereals, sugars, and certain veggies and fruits. I feel pretty good. But my fat intake is very high protein is pretty good. Am I doing this right? I eat chicken, steak, tuna and pork.
To lose weight eat the calories that MFP told you to for your weight loss goal. You don't have to totally eliminate foods or eat a special diet to lose weight.
I've found that if I am eating the right number of calories, getting enough protein and eating several servings of vegetables or fruits that I'm just naturally eating less high carb low nutrition foods.
Ive tried that several times. It gives me 1200
cals and ill be good for about 2 wks then all heck breaks loose then I binge. I would buy those 100calories cal cookie backs and fiber one bars. All they do is make me want more. Since I've cut out all of that boxed stuff I should say. Im not even as hungry as I used to be. I was just hoping my fat content was'nt too much. Im eating between 1250-1400 calls per day
Many people find 1200 cals too restrictive especially in the beginning. As Wise Rabbit said, maybe adjust your goal? Or incorporate exercise in order to earn additional calories.
Also many people with low calorie goals need to incorporate nutrient dense whole foods in order to satiate their appetite and achieve nutritional goals. It is not surprising that when you were eating the 100 cal snack packs you were still hungry. That doesn't mean you need to go low carb or consider things in terms of bad and good carbs. It wasn't those snack packs that were bad, it's just that they aren't filling you up on such a low calorie allotment.
My standard advice:
1. Set up MFP with accurate info and reasonable goals. 2 lbs/week may be too aggressive for you right now. Try 1.5.
2. Eat primarily nutrient dense food, logging everything. You don't need to restrict certain foods unless you have a medical reason to do so.
3. Leave a little room for something you enjoy every day or every week. This might be a small square of chocolate for 50 cals.
4. Exercise if you enjoy it, Eat back about half of the calories you burn.
5. Be patient.
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macgurlnet wrote: »Hey guys Im trying to do a low bad carb diet. Ive cut out all breads, cereals, sugars, and certain veggies and fruits. I feel pretty good. But my fat intake is very high protein is pretty good. Am I doing this right? I eat chicken, steak, tuna and pork.
To lose weight eat the calories that MFP told you to for your weight loss goal. You don't have to totally eliminate foods or eat a special diet to lose weight.
I've found that if I am eating the right number of calories, getting enough protein and eating several servings of vegetables or fruits that I'm just naturally eating less high carb low nutrition foods.
Ive tried that several times. It gives me 1200
cals and ill be good for about 2 wks then all heck breaks loose then I binge. I would buy those 100calories cal cookie backs and fiber one bars. All they do is make me want more. Since I've cut out all of that boxed stuff I should say. Im not even as hungry as I used to be. I was just hoping my fat content was'nt too much. Im eating between 1250-1400 calls per day
If you're binging with 1200, then it's not an appropriate calorie goal for you.
When you set up MFP, how many pounds per week did you enter in? If you chose to lose 2 pounds per week, go with 1.5 or 1. This will give you more calories & make it easier to stick with it.
Many folks here have found that cutting back on pre-packaged stuff and eating more whole foods makes it easier to adhere to a calorie goal. This doesn't mean things like Kraft Mac & Cheese, lean cuisines, frozen pizza, etc, are bad. However, you often find that you can make a similar dish for fewer calories (and a lower overall cost) and, thus, home-cooked food is "better."
Fruits and veggies are good for you, but, again, you have to find what works. If I'm trying to lose weight, I focus more on fruits like apples because they have a decent amount of fiber and have just the right amount of sweetness.
If you tend to overindulge in something, eliminating it may be worth doing, either in whole or for a time.
Pringles and Oreos are my weaknesses. I finally picked up some single serving packs of Pringles, as well as some mini oreos. Still satisfying, but much easier to consume the proper portion
It's all about finding out what works for you.
~Lyssa
Thank you so much for your post. I wish you much success with your plan. As for me it did not work. I have tried the 1 lb a week and the individual snack. Even the lean cuisines and smartones. So far whats stopped my cravings is cutting all my snacks, high natural fat protein some veggies and some fruits. Oh I mix heavy whipping cream with my frozen mixed berries and 2 splendas and OMG very satisfied without the extra cravings.
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macgurlnet wrote: »Hey guys Im trying to do a low bad carb diet. Ive cut out all breads, cereals, sugars, and certain veggies and fruits. I feel pretty good. But my fat intake is very high protein is pretty good. Am I doing this right? I eat chicken, steak, tuna and pork.
To lose weight eat the calories that MFP told you to for your weight loss goal. You don't have to totally eliminate foods or eat a special diet to lose weight.
I've found that if I am eating the right number of calories, getting enough protein and eating several servings of vegetables or fruits that I'm just naturally eating less high carb low nutrition foods.
Ive tried that several times. It gives me 1200
cals and ill be good for about 2 wks then all heck breaks loose then I binge. I would buy those 100calories cal cookie backs and fiber one bars. All they do is make me want more. Since I've cut out all of that boxed stuff I should say. Im not even as hungry as I used to be. I was just hoping my fat content was'nt too much. Im eating between 1250-1400 calls per day
If you're binging with 1200, then it's not an appropriate calorie goal for you.
When you set up MFP, how many pounds per week did you enter in? If you chose to lose 2 pounds per week, go with 1.5 or 1. This will give you more calories & make it easier to stick with it.
Many folks here have found that cutting back on pre-packaged stuff and eating more whole foods makes it easier to adhere to a calorie goal. This doesn't mean things like Kraft Mac & Cheese, lean cuisines, frozen pizza, etc, are bad. However, you often find that you can make a similar dish for fewer calories (and a lower overall cost) and, thus, home-cooked food is "better."
Fruits and veggies are good for you, but, again, you have to find what works. If I'm trying to lose weight, I focus more on fruits like apples because they have a decent amount of fiber and have just the right amount of sweetness.
If you tend to overindulge in something, eliminating it may be worth doing, either in whole or for a time.
Pringles and Oreos are my weaknesses. I finally picked up some single serving packs of Pringles, as well as some mini oreos. Still satisfying, but much easier to consume the proper portion
It's all about finding out what works for you.
~Lyssa
Thank you so much for your post. I wish you much success with your plan. As for me it did not work. I have tried the 1 lb a week and the individual snack. Even the lean cuisines and smartones. So far whats stopped my cravings is cutting all my snacks, high natural fat protein some veggies and some fruits. Oh I mix heavy whipping cream with my frozen mixed berries and 2 splendas and OMG very satisfied without the extra cravings.
That sounds yummy!
My two other pieces of advice:
1) If you find you're not losing weight and/or would like some more accuracy with your calorie counts, get a food scale & weigh all your solid food in grams.
2) Rather than thinking of foods as good/healthy and bad/unhealthy, evaluate how they make you feel. A food that leaves you feeling hungry 30 minutes later is probably a bad choice for you. A food that you tend to binge on would also be bad. But cookies and cake and such aren't bad in and of themselves. They're yummy treats that can be worked in
You've got this!
~Lyssa0 -
I didn't notice her weight ...to clarify I meant to drop your weight goal until it is manageable and allows you to not crash and burn0 -
macgurlnet wrote: »macgurlnet wrote: »Hey guys Im trying to do a low bad carb diet. Ive cut out all breads, cereals, sugars, and certain veggies and fruits. I feel pretty good. But my fat intake is very high protein is pretty good. Am I doing this right? I eat chicken, steak, tuna and pork.
To lose weight eat the calories that MFP told you to for your weight loss goal. You don't have to totally eliminate foods or eat a special diet to lose weight.
I've found that if I am eating the right number of calories, getting enough protein and eating several servings of vegetables or fruits that I'm just naturally eating less high carb low nutrition foods.
Ive tried that several times. It gives me 1200
cals and ill be good for about 2 wks then all heck breaks loose then I binge. I would buy those 100calories cal cookie backs and fiber one bars. All they do is make me want more. Since I've cut out all of that boxed stuff I should say. Im not even as hungry as I used to be. I was just hoping my fat content was'nt too much. Im eating between 1250-1400 calls per day
If you're binging with 1200, then it's not an appropriate calorie goal for you.
When you set up MFP, how many pounds per week did you enter in? If you chose to lose 2 pounds per week, go with 1.5 or 1. This will give you more calories & make it easier to stick with it.
Many folks here have found that cutting back on pre-packaged stuff and eating more whole foods makes it easier to adhere to a calorie goal. This doesn't mean things like Kraft Mac & Cheese, lean cuisines, frozen pizza, etc, are bad. However, you often find that you can make a similar dish for fewer calories (and a lower overall cost) and, thus, home-cooked food is "better."
Fruits and veggies are good for you, but, again, you have to find what works. If I'm trying to lose weight, I focus more on fruits like apples because they have a decent amount of fiber and have just the right amount of sweetness.
If you tend to overindulge in something, eliminating it may be worth doing, either in whole or for a time.
Pringles and Oreos are my weaknesses. I finally picked up some single serving packs of Pringles, as well as some mini oreos. Still satisfying, but much easier to consume the proper portion
It's all about finding out what works for you.
~Lyssa
Thank you so much for your post. I wish you much success with your plan. As for me it did not work. I have tried the 1 lb a week and the individual snack. Even the lean cuisines and smartones. So far whats stopped my cravings is cutting all my snacks, high natural fat protein some veggies and some fruits. Oh I mix heavy whipping cream with my frozen mixed berries and 2 splendas and OMG very satisfied without the extra cravings.
That sounds yummy!
My two other pieces of advice:
1) If you find you're not losing weight and/or would like some more accuracy with your calorie counts, get a food scale & weigh all your solid food in grams.
2) Rather than thinking of foods as good/healthy and bad/unhealthy, evaluate how they make you feel. A food that leaves you feeling hungry 30 minutes later is probably a bad choice for you. A food that you tend to binge on would also be bad. But cookies and cake and such aren't bad in and of themselves. They're yummy treats that can be worked in
You've got this!
~Lyssa
Yaaaaas Lyssa you got me i feel really good. Im NOT hungry 30 mins after l eat. I really think I might be on the right track for now. Just stay away from the boxes goodies and unfortunately for now. Some fruits that makes ME crazy
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20yearsyounger wrote: »cwolfman13 wrote: »
I have cut out bananas Orange apples. I eat mixed berries strawberries and for veggies I eat all greens. And yellow squash. What I ment about bad carbs was my junk food. Cookies caked pies... oh and breads. Captain crunch fruity pebbles. .TavistockToad wrote: »What fruit and veg have you cut out?
the old saying, "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" is not just a bunch of BS...they are full of pectin (among other things) which is a soluble fiber and carries away bad cholesterol among other things...i've read a couple of studies which indicate that eating an apple per day may actually be as effective as statin therapy for people with cholesterol issues. It's also a low GI fruit for diabetics....
Agreed. The more and more I read about people wanting to cut carbs, the more it seems like they want to cut the carbs they really do need versus the other high sugar, high calorie items they don't. If apples increase your cravings, have another apple or orange
Lol... on a good strong mental day I could have one maybe a little indigestion when im done drink a bottle of water and im good for 45 mins to an hour. On another day. After eating the apple I want crust of some sort and other sweets to follow.
You have a good attitude. You'll get many good suggestions. Just work with it and see what's best for you. At the end of the day, it's all about calories in, calories out for weight loss.0 -
macgurlnet wrote: »macgurlnet wrote: »Hey guys Im trying to do a low bad carb diet. Ive cut out all breads, cereals, sugars, and certain veggies and fruits. I feel pretty good. But my fat intake is very high protein is pretty good. Am I doing this right? I eat chicken, steak, tuna and pork.
To lose weight eat the calories that MFP told you to for your weight loss goal. You don't have to totally eliminate foods or eat a special diet to lose weight.
I've found that if I am eating the right number of calories, getting enough protein and eating several servings of vegetables or fruits that I'm just naturally eating less high carb low nutrition foods.
Ive tried that several times. It gives me 1200
cals and ill be good for about 2 wks then all heck breaks loose then I binge. I would buy those 100calories cal cookie backs and fiber one bars. All they do is make me want more. Since I've cut out all of that boxed stuff I should say. Im not even as hungry as I used to be. I was just hoping my fat content was'nt too much. Im eating between 1250-1400 calls per day
If you're binging with 1200, then it's not an appropriate calorie goal for you.
When you set up MFP, how many pounds per week did you enter in? If you chose to lose 2 pounds per week, go with 1.5 or 1. This will give you more calories & make it easier to stick with it.
Many folks here have found that cutting back on pre-packaged stuff and eating more whole foods makes it easier to adhere to a calorie goal. This doesn't mean things like Kraft Mac & Cheese, lean cuisines, frozen pizza, etc, are bad. However, you often find that you can make a similar dish for fewer calories (and a lower overall cost) and, thus, home-cooked food is "better."
Fruits and veggies are good for you, but, again, you have to find what works. If I'm trying to lose weight, I focus more on fruits like apples because they have a decent amount of fiber and have just the right amount of sweetness.
If you tend to overindulge in something, eliminating it may be worth doing, either in whole or for a time.
Pringles and Oreos are my weaknesses. I finally picked up some single serving packs of Pringles, as well as some mini oreos. Still satisfying, but much easier to consume the proper portion
It's all about finding out what works for you.
~Lyssa
Thank you so much for your post. I wish you much success with your plan. As for me it did not work. I have tried the 1 lb a week and the individual snack. Even the lean cuisines and smartones. So far whats stopped my cravings is cutting all my snacks, high natural fat protein some veggies and some fruits. Oh I mix heavy whipping cream with my frozen mixed berries and 2 splendas and OMG very satisfied without the extra cravings.
That sounds yummy!
My two other pieces of advice:
1) If you find you're not losing weight and/or would like some more accuracy with your calorie counts, get a food scale & weigh all your solid food in grams.
2) Rather than thinking of foods as good/healthy and bad/unhealthy, evaluate how they make you feel. A food that leaves you feeling hungry 30 minutes later is probably a bad choice for you. A food that you tend to binge on would also be bad. But cookies and cake and such aren't bad in and of themselves. They're yummy treats that can be worked in
You've got this!
~Lyssa
Yaaaaas Lyssa you got me i feel really good. Im NOT hungry 30 mins after l eat. I really think I might be on the right track for now. Just stay away from the boxes goodies and unfortunately for now. Some fruits that makes ME crazymacgurlnet wrote: »macgurlnet wrote: »Hey guys Im trying to do a low bad carb diet. Ive cut out all breads, cereals, sugars, and certain veggies and fruits. I feel pretty good. But my fat intake is very high protein is pretty good. Am I doing this right? I eat chicken, steak, tuna and pork.
To lose weight eat the calories that MFP told you to for your weight loss goal. You don't have to totally eliminate foods or eat a special diet to lose weight.
I've found that if I am eating the right number of calories, getting enough protein and eating several servings of vegetables or fruits that I'm just naturally eating less high carb low nutrition foods.
Ive tried that several times. It gives me 1200
cals and ill be good for about 2 wks then all heck breaks loose then I binge. I would buy those 100calories cal cookie backs and fiber one bars. All they do is make me want more. Since I've cut out all of that boxed stuff I should say. Im not even as hungry as I used to be. I was just hoping my fat content was'nt too much. Im eating between 1250-1400 calls per day
If you're binging with 1200, then it's not an appropriate calorie goal for you.
When you set up MFP, how many pounds per week did you enter in? If you chose to lose 2 pounds per week, go with 1.5 or 1. This will give you more calories & make it easier to stick with it.
Many folks here have found that cutting back on pre-packaged stuff and eating more whole foods makes it easier to adhere to a calorie goal. This doesn't mean things like Kraft Mac & Cheese, lean cuisines, frozen pizza, etc, are bad. However, you often find that you can make a similar dish for fewer calories (and a lower overall cost) and, thus, home-cooked food is "better."
Fruits and veggies are good for you, but, again, you have to find what works. If I'm trying to lose weight, I focus more on fruits like apples because they have a decent amount of fiber and have just the right amount of sweetness.
If you tend to overindulge in something, eliminating it may be worth doing, either in whole or for a time.
Pringles and Oreos are my weaknesses. I finally picked up some single serving packs of Pringles, as well as some mini oreos. Still satisfying, but much easier to consume the proper portion
It's all about finding out what works for you.
~Lyssa
Thank you so much for your post. I wish you much success with your plan. As for me it did not work. I have tried the 1 lb a week and the individual snack. Even the lean cuisines and smartones. So far whats stopped my cravings is cutting all my snacks, high natural fat protein some veggies and some fruits. Oh I mix heavy whipping cream with my frozen mixed berries and 2 splendas and OMG very satisfied without the extra cravings.
That sounds yummy!
My two other pieces of advice:
1) If you find you're not losing weight and/or would like some more accuracy with your calorie counts, get a food scale & weigh all your solid food in grams.
2) Rather than thinking of foods as good/healthy and bad/unhealthy, evaluate how they make you feel. A food that leaves you feeling hungry 30 minutes later is probably a bad choice for you. A food that you tend to binge on would also be bad. But cookies and cake and such aren't bad in and of themselves. They're yummy treats that can be worked in
You've got this!
~Lyssa
Yaaaaas Lyssa you got me i feel really good. Im NOT hungry 30 mins after l eat. I really think I might be on the right track for now. Just stay away from the boxes goodies and unfortunately for now. Some fruits that makes ME crazy
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20yearsyounger wrote: »20yearsyounger wrote: »cwolfman13 wrote: »
I have cut out bananas Orange apples. I eat mixed berries strawberries and for veggies I eat all greens. And yellow squash. What I ment about bad carbs was my junk food. Cookies caked pies... oh and breads. Captain crunch fruity pebbles. .TavistockToad wrote: »What fruit and veg have you cut out?
the old saying, "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" is not just a bunch of BS...they are full of pectin (among other things) which is a soluble fiber and carries away bad cholesterol among other things...i've read a couple of studies which indicate that eating an apple per day may actually be as effective as statin therapy for people with cholesterol issues. It's also a low GI fruit for diabetics....
Agreed. The more and more I read about people wanting to cut carbs, the more it seems like they want to cut the carbs they really do need versus the other high sugar, high calorie items they don't. If apples increase your cravings, have another apple or orange
Lol... on a good strong mental day I could have one maybe a little indigestion when im done drink a bottle of water and im good for 45 mins to an hour. On another day. After eating the apple I want crust of some sort and other sweets to follow.
You have a good attitude. You'll get many good suggestions. Just work with it and see what's best for you. At the end of the day, it's all about calories in, calories out for weight loss.
Thank you so much! Im never ever gonna give up!0 -
20yearsyounger wrote: »20yearsyounger wrote: »cwolfman13 wrote: »
I have cut out bananas Orange apples. I eat mixed berries strawberries and for veggies I eat all greens. And yellow squash. What I ment about bad carbs was my junk food. Cookies caked pies... oh and breads. Captain crunch fruity pebbles. .TavistockToad wrote: »What fruit and veg have you cut out?
the old saying, "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" is not just a bunch of BS...they are full of pectin (among other things) which is a soluble fiber and carries away bad cholesterol among other things...i've read a couple of studies which indicate that eating an apple per day may actually be as effective as statin therapy for people with cholesterol issues. It's also a low GI fruit for diabetics....
Agreed. The more and more I read about people wanting to cut carbs, the more it seems like they want to cut the carbs they really do need versus the other high sugar, high calorie items they don't. If apples increase your cravings, have another apple or orange
Lol... on a good strong mental day I could have one maybe a little indigestion when im done drink a bottle of water and im good for 45 mins to an hour. On another day. After eating the apple I want crust of some sort and other sweets to follow.
You have a good attitude. You'll get many good suggestions. Just work with it and see what's best for you. At the end of the day, it's all about calories in, calories out for weight loss.
Thank you so much! Im never ever gonna give up!0 -
Like most have said, there really are no "bad" carbs, just carbs that don't fit into your caloric/macronutrient goals. I tend to cut out refined sugars and sugars in general, some of which come from certain fruits (bananas, pineapple, oranges and the like) and focus most of my carbs as complex carbs (vegetables and roots like potatoes). Doing a low carb diet may not be the best as it facilitates carb cravings if you're not used to it, especially if you're trying to exercise at the same time. It is very tough to do a lot of intense exercise while on a low carb eating routine. In general, most of your calories should come from carbs unless you're trying to do something like a recomp where you have to shift a lot of your caloric intake to proteins and fats to retain or grow muscle.0
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I eat a very low carb diet and so I disagree with much of what has been previously said based on my own personal experiences and those of others who have been low car for many months or years.
- Eating low carb does not facilitate cravings, it eliminated it.
- Low carb does not affect the average, or even above average, athlete's performance by much. Endurance may improve but explosive movements may e a bit weaker. Athletic performance DOES suffer during the first month or so of low carb while your body adjusts to not using glucose as it's primary energy source. It's a transient situation which will pass.
- Eating low carb cut my appetite, although this could go hand in hand with cravings. I used to need to eat every couple of hours or I was getting headaches and shakes. Now I can eat every six hours and feel fine.
- In my mind, there are inferior carbs. If they negatively impact my health (high GI foods) by spiking my blood glucose, then it is an inferior (bad) carb. Those foods tend to be baked goods, root veggies, grains and tropical fruits. The carbs I eat tend to be veggies - my "good" carbs.
I eat a lot of fat. About 70% of my diet is fat; maybe 110-120g per day. I eat a fair bit of whipping cream, cheese, nutes, avocado, oils, coconut, avocado and butter. My protein is a moderate 20% (under 80g), and carbs are at about 5% which is usually less than 25g per day. This puts me in ketosis so I am mainly burning fats for fuel. That seems to improve my health and facilitate easier weight loss for me.
If you are still intetested in low carb, try the Low Carber Daily group for more info and support. A LCHF diet is not well supportd or understood on the main boards so not many low carbers post here.
Good luck!0 -
I eat a very low carb diet and so I disagree with much of what has been previously said based on my own personal experiences and those of others who have been low car for many months or years.
- Eating low carb does not facilitate cravings, it eliminated it.
- Low carb does not affect the average, or even above average, athlete's performance by much. Endurance may improve but explosive movements may e a bit weaker. Athletic performance DOES suffer during the first month or so of low carb while your body adjusts to not using glucose as it's primary energy source. It's a transient situation which will pass.
- Eating low carb cut my appetite, although this could go hand in hand with cravings. I used to need to eat every couple of hours or I was getting headaches and shakes. Now I can eat every six hours and feel fine.
- In my mind, there are inferior carbs. If they negatively impact my health (high GI foods) by spiking my blood glucose, then it is an inferior (bad) carb. Those foods tend to be baked goods, root veggies, grains and tropical fruits. The carbs I eat tend to be veggies - my "good" carbs.
I eat a lot of fat. About 70% of my diet is fat; maybe 110-120g per day. I eat a fair bit of whipping cream, cheese, nutes, avocado, oils, coconut, avocado and butter. My protein is a moderate 20% (under 80g), and carbs are at about 5% which is usually less than 25g per day. This puts me in ketosis so I am mainly burning fats for fuel. That seems to improve my health and facilitate easier weight loss for me.
If you are still intetested in low carb, try the Low Carber Daily group for more info and support. A LCHF diet is not well supportd or understood on the main boards so not many low carbers post here.
Good luck!
I LOVE this. Than you so much nvmomketo!!
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I think it's great that you're cutting back on junk food and excessive sugars that don't contribute much to your nutrition. It can be challenging enough to stay within calorie goals, why waste precious calories on nutritionally void food?
Carbs + fat + protein = 100% of your macro cals (not counting alcohol in this statement). So when one goes down the others will go up. However, you can eat low "bad carb" but fill up your carb cals with "good carbs" and still get variety & nutrition. I eat low "bad carbs" but still eat about 50% carbs overall. It has been a key strategy to losing 125 lbs and , yes, I plan to eat like this the rest of my life.
It's too bad that some people like to pick on your word choice when they know perfectly well what you mean. There's lots of articles from the medical community using the terms good & bad carbs. If a food is nutritionally void, causes cravings, and messes with your glucose/insulin production, then it qualifies as "bad" in my book. It's just a shorthand way of communicating.0 -
I have my macros set at % 25/55/20, carbs/fat/protein. Works great for me.
Op here's the link to our low carb group
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/394-low-carber-daily-forum-the-lcd-group0 -
I think it's great that you're cutting back on junk food and excessive sugars that don't contribute much to your nutrition. It can be challenging enough to stay within calorie goals, why waste precious calories on nutritionally void food?
It's too bad that some people like to pick on your word choice when they know perfectly well what you mean. There's lots of articles from the medical community using the terms good & bad carbs. If a food is nutritionally void, causes cravings, and messes with your glucose/insulin production, then it qualifies as "bad" in my book. It's just a shorthand way of communicating.
OP is cutting out apples, oranges, bananas, some vegetables and grains. I would hardly call those nutritionally void foods...
I have no issues with someone who chooses to go LC for medical reasons or because they find it a good way to create a calorie deficit for themselves. This OP sounded like she had a lot of misconceptions about carbs and losing weight so I don't think it is inappropriate to help her understand that there is nothing inherently bad about any particular food or type of food and that she may not need to restrict carbs in order to achieve her weight loss goals.
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WinoGelato wrote: »OP is cutting out apples, oranges, bananas, some vegetables and grains. I would hardly call those nutritionally void foods...
perhaps not the best nutrition per calorie or per gram of carbohydrate either. Fruit compares badly to say broccoli and banana carries a load of excess sugar over even an apple.0 -
WinoGelato wrote: »I think it's great that you're cutting back on junk food and excessive sugars that don't contribute much to your nutrition. It can be challenging enough to stay within calorie goals, why waste precious calories on nutritionally void food?
It's too bad that some people like to pick on your word choice when they know perfectly well what you mean. There's lots of articles from the medical community using the terms good & bad carbs. If a food is nutritionally void, causes cravings, and messes with your glucose/insulin production, then it qualifies as "bad" in my book. It's just a shorthand way of communicating.
OP is cutting out apples, oranges, bananas, some vegetables and grains. I would hardly call those nutritionally void foods...
I have no issues with someone who chooses to go LC for medical reasons or because they find it a good way to create a calorie deficit for themselves. This OP sounded like she had a lot of misconceptions about carbs and losing weight so I don't think it is inappropriate to help her understand that there is nothing inherently bad about any particular food or type of food and that she may not need to restrict carbs in order to achieve her weight loss goals.
This. Among other things, it sounds like she was cutting all all vegetables but greens (which to me means leafy stuff) plus yellow squash, so even broccoli and cauliflower and tomatoes and zucchini and winter squash and carrots and so on are a no, no. And while one might cut out fruit and grains to lower carbs, they are hardly nutritionally void, especially when replaced by sat fat (which I'm not against, but the idea that bacon and cheese and mayo=health food, oats and potatoes and apples=nutritionally void is just such a bizarre claim, yet increasingly popular on this forum).0
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