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Carb or not?

artessa546
artessa546 Posts: 22 Member
edited December 2024 in Food and Nutrition
I just recently started eating better and I am so confused about eating carbs. It seems everyone has an opinion on eating or not eating them. What to do?

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  • sapalee
    sapalee Posts: 409 Member
    You're right, it is very confusing out there. Here's what I would reccomend to a family member:

    Do some research so you understand the different sources of carbs, understand the difference between glycemic index and glycemic load, research leaky gut a bit, really look at your needs like exercise intensity, and then experiment a bit.

    Try some different things and see how you do, just give them enough time to see some effects. A few weeks to a month should let you know if you're on the right track, then don't be afriad to make small changes and observe.

    For my husband and I cutting out added sugar, grains, legumes, and most dairy has been very beneficial. This has been inherently low carb but I don't focus on limiting carbs, I work to get enough from fruits and veg to support my exercise.
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