Hi, this thread is a good idea. I am Julie, 56, T2 as of July (insulin resistant for years prior to that). Started looking into reducing my carbs upon diagnosis. Been working on it for 42 days. I have lost weight and plan on continuing to do so.

baconslave wrote: »

I'm Jess. Or you can call me Bacon.
I turned 36 today, Jan 1st. Ugh.
I've been ketoing for 7mo. With exactly 2 cheats. And they are all done. I've lost 72lbs and have 30 to go. And they are being a bear to get rid of.

At the end of May 2014, I ran into a progress pic online of a paleo/keto girl. My husband actually found it and sent it to me. So I found r/keto on Reddit, read up
on it, joined a LC forum on another site. I had great success just counting carbs until about the 3rd month when I started to stall. So I joined MFP to log my calories as well.

Low-carbing has been great for me. I have so much more energy, cravings disappeared, my ADD (induced by antidepressants-a big sarcastic 'thanks' to my dr...pfft) has improved greatly, my moderate Chronic Fatigue is much better as well, and this way of eating has been effortless for the most part. I really like eating like this way. After I ate my cheat meal last night, I was really wishing I ate a steak smothered in cheese and mushrooms and some creamy greens!!!

Here's some advice: No matter what happens (scale stalls, life drama, the sky falling) take one day at a time (or even one meal at a time if you have to) and Keep Calm and Low-Carb On.

deansdad101 wrote: »

dawlfin318 wrote: »

So, a question. Does my fitness pal count carbs for you like it does calories or do I need to do that myself. I tried playing with settings but am stumped. I would rather see carb counts than calories.

Dawl;

As was explained above, be sure your settings are ok and MFP will indeed "count" (track) carbs for you (as "total carbs"). You can add an extension which will calculate and display "net" carbs if you like - I don't ("like"), some others do, choice is yours.

The one thing that you do need to be aware of though (especially if you record "exercise" calories (which I also don't recommend for a number of reasons), MFP will "adjust" your macro numbers (increase cals/carbs/protein/fat) in absolute terms (grams) in order to maintain the same ratio.

This is NOT what you want to do though since carbs and proteins are generally considered to be "fixed" maximums (i.e. 20 or 50 or whatever is your numerical "target". So if you do add exercise numbers, stick to the goal targets, NOT what MFP "adjusts".

Deansdad, I can not figure out how to count net carbs. Is there FAQ answer out there?
-Dawl

Hi
I started low carb (again) this week. I've done it in the past with tremendous success and kept 75 pounds off for several years. But, a lot of "life" happening over the past 2 and half years and I've put about 60 pounds back on. I'm keeping my carbs (total carbs) below 20, getting in exercise, and desperately trying to give up alcohol also.
I'm looking for friends and support!

What are NET carbs and how to I calculate them?
The NET carbs for a food are
TOTAL CARBS - FIBER.
- Example: 100g of avocado contains 9g carbs.
- 7g of these are from insoluble fiber and don't elicit a strong insulin response;
- you don't count them.
- 9g - 7g = 2g NET carbs per 100g avocado.
-

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hi I am Ava from Ontario Canada
I am prediabetic
I set my food calculator for 67 carbs and 27 fiber
so my net carbs should be 40
I set my sugar to 15 as Dr Mercola remanded on his webpage
to bust insulin and leptin hormones
this would be a really challenge for me as I love fruits, fresh buns and fresh bread

Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »

I'm Sabine. I'm NOT a low carber. I just like you guys. I do try to eat "slow carb" most of the time.

Love that! Slow carb, I guess that's more what I do as well

Hi everyone. I'm Kimba, and I was first introduced to low carb via Atkins about 6 years ago. My wife and I went on it together, lost a lot, then we fell off the wagon and gained all of it back (and then some). I went back to low carb in November and have since lost 12 lbs. I'm sticking with it for the long haul this time. It's a way of life.

Hi, I'm just starting out. Have so far just cut out processed carbs eg bread, pasta etc. need to find out more about how to do this properly!

Hello all! New to the group, and trying to cut my carbs down! I'm a huge carb junkie, easily over 150g of carbs per day, and that's when I was "trying to cut carbs" I've been eating much healthier over the past year, and I love the way I feel better since changing eating habits! Anywho, trying to keep my carbs under 40g per day, we'll see how it goes getting married in August and want to drop a few pounds

Hi everyone! My lifestyle is LCHF primal. I have lost 50lbs and will lose another 70lbs this year. I am a FitBit fan and aim to get 10k steps every day. Please feel free to add me! Always looking for support and motivation.

kkann91 wrote: »

Hello all! New to the group, and trying to cut my carbs down! I'm a huge carb junkie, easily over 150g of carbs per day, and that's when I was "trying to cut carbs" I've been eating much healthier over the past year, and I love the way I feel better since changing eating habits! Anywho, trying to keep my carbs under 40g per day, we'll see how it goes getting married in August and want to drop a few pounds

Kk,

Stick with this group. I just found it right before NYs day. They are supportive and informative. I know low carb, but am learning more about fat/protein ratio as a thing to watch as well. I do not lose much at 40g/day but this may be fine for you.

-Dawl

dawlfin318 wrote: »

baconslave wrote: »

I'm Jess. Or you can call me Bacon.
I turned 36 today, Jan 1st. Ugh.
I've been ketoing for 7mo. With exactly 2 cheats. And they are all done. I've lost 72lbs and have 30 to go. And they are being a bear to get rid of.

At the end of May 2014, I ran into a progress pic online of a paleo/keto girl. My husband actually found it and sent it to me. So I found r/keto on Reddit, read up
on it, joined a LC forum on another site. I had great success just counting carbs until about the 3rd month when I started to stall. So I joined MFP to log my calories as well.

Low-carbing has been great for me. I have so much more energy, cravings disappeared, my ADD (induced by antidepressants-a big sarcastic 'thanks' to my dr...pfft) has improved greatly, my moderate Chronic Fatigue is much better as well, and this way of eating has been effortless for the most part. I really like eating like this way. After I ate my cheat meal last night, I was really wishing I ate a steak smothered in cheese and mushrooms and some creamy greens!!!

Here's some advice: No matter what happens (scale stalls, life drama, the sky falling) take one day at a time (or even one meal at a time if you have to) and Keep Calm and Low-Carb On.

deansdad101 wrote: »

dawlfin318 wrote: »

So, a question. Does my fitness pal count carbs for you like it does calories or do I need to do that myself. I tried playing with settings but am stumped. I would rather see carb counts than calories.

Dawl;

As was explained above, be sure your settings are ok and MFP will indeed "count" (track) carbs for you (as "total carbs"). You can add an extension which will calculate and display "net" carbs if you like - I don't ("like"), some others do, choice is yours.

The one thing that you do need to be aware of though (especially if you record "exercise" calories (which I also don't recommend for a number of reasons), MFP will "adjust" your macro numbers (increase cals/carbs/protein/fat) in absolute terms (grams) in order to maintain the same ratio.

This is NOT what you want to do though since carbs and proteins are generally considered to be "fixed" maximums (i.e. 20 or 50 or whatever is your numerical "target". So if you do add exercise numbers, stick to the goal targets, NOT what MFP "adjusts".

Deansdad, I can not figure out how to count net carbs. Is there FAQ answer out there?
-Dawl

Deansdad, I still have not figured out how to do the net carb "extension". My atkins bars count as 23 carbs, when really the net would be 3g. I would like it to show the net carbs.
Also, what is the proper protein to fat ratio? I am kinda guessing here. Never knew that too much protein could stall weight loss.

Thanks,

-Dawl

VirtualMaddy wrote: »

I've been on Keto since mid-August. I'm also a former vegetarian and eating meat is my biggest challenge. Mostly I stick with nuts, cheese, and lots of eggs and butter. Since many say cheese and nuts will stall weight loss, I'm try to do some days without them and to add meat. I heard Carl's Jr now has a grass-fed natural burger, hope to try it today. At my highest weight, my BMI was 26 and now I'm at 22.5. I'd love to lose 10 pounds. Unlike most women, every ounce of fat I have is in my stomach, yuck! I shoot for macros of 80/15/5. I love this diet, I cheated with some Cheez-Its the other day and realized I don't even like them anymore. I don't exercise, but might start soon. I'm always looking for friends, add me!

Looking for fellow low carb friends- will friend you. :-)

Hi, I'm Diane. I have done Atkins on and off since the mid '70s. I don't seem to lose as well as I used to, so I am using this site to try to keep better track of my food intake and exercise. I try to keep my carbs at 20 and under, but I think I also need to watch my calories more than I have in the past. I am down about 30 pounds from my highest weight and hope to lose another 55 pounds this year to get to 150. I am 60 years old.

Hi im kirsty - mum to one girl aged 7 - i am starting back low carb on monday - please feel free to add me just now or you can wait till monday if you want thanks - oh and i have 80lbs to lose

dawlfin318 wrote: »

dawlfin318 wrote: »

baconslave wrote: »

I'm Jess. Or you can call me Bacon.
I turned 36 today, Jan 1st. Ugh.
I've been ketoing for 7mo. With exactly 2 cheats. And they are all done. I've lost 72lbs and have 30 to go. And they are being a bear to get rid of.

At the end of May 2014, I ran into a progress pic online of a paleo/keto girl. My husband actually found it and sent it to me. So I found r/keto on Reddit, read up
on it, joined a LC forum on another site. I had great success just counting carbs until about the 3rd month when I started to stall. So I joined MFP to log my calories as well.

Low-carbing has been great for me. I have so much more energy, cravings disappeared, my ADD (induced by antidepressants-a big sarcastic 'thanks' to my dr...pfft) has improved greatly, my moderate Chronic Fatigue is much better as well, and this way of eating has been effortless for the most part. I really like eating like this way. After I ate my cheat meal last night, I was really wishing I ate a steak smothered in cheese and mushrooms and some creamy greens!!!

Here's some advice: No matter what happens (scale stalls, life drama, the sky falling) take one day at a time (or even one meal at a time if you have to) and Keep Calm and Low-Carb On.

deansdad101 wrote: »

dawlfin318 wrote: »

So, a question. Does my fitness pal count carbs for you like it does calories or do I need to do that myself. I tried playing with settings but am stumped. I would rather see carb counts than calories.

Dawl;

As was explained above, be sure your settings are ok and MFP will indeed "count" (track) carbs for you (as "total carbs"). You can add an extension which will calculate and display "net" carbs if you like - I don't ("like"), some others do, choice is yours.

The one thing that you do need to be aware of though (especially if you record "exercise" calories (which I also don't recommend for a number of reasons), MFP will "adjust" your macro numbers (increase cals/carbs/protein/fat) in absolute terms (grams) in order to maintain the same ratio.

This is NOT what you want to do though since carbs and proteins are generally considered to be "fixed" maximums (i.e. 20 or 50 or whatever is your numerical "target". So if you do add exercise numbers, stick to the goal targets, NOT what MFP "adjusts".

Deansdad, I can not figure out how to count net carbs. Is there FAQ answer out there?
-Dawl

Deansdad, I still have not figured out how to do the net carb "extension". My atkins bars count as 23 carbs, when really the net would be 3g. I would like it to show the net carbs.
Also, what is the proper protein to fat ratio? I am kinda guessing here. Never knew that too much protein could stall weight loss.

Thanks,

-Dawl

Dawl;

In the Launch Pad, scroll down to "Miscellany"

I've not used that specific set of instructions but if you run into "issues" with the script downloads someone should be able to help, happens frequently (changing mirrors).

In fact, I've pretty much given up on the whole "net carbs" thing - too much work, "breaks" too often, and too confusing. Much simpler to just stick with "total" carbs. I think it's still on one of my browsers but next time it breaks, it's history.

On protein, you will get suggestions all across the board from 150g/day to 50 or so.

I'm in the 0.6 - 1.0g/day/pound, Lean Body Mass @ Target Weight for all but the most extreme of exercisers.

LCHF has demonstrated that the body utilizes protein much more efficiently when fat adapted and excessive protein levels will impede B-OHB ketone body production kicking one out of fat adaptation.

Much like carbs, there is a specific "threshold" or "tolerance" level for each person and they vary quite widely so there really is no "right" number for anyone but you.

Too little isn't good and too much will impede ketosis. It's actually pretty tough to not get enough, more difficult to not exceed the upper limits. For "most" people 65-95g/day is probably a reasonable "range" estimate.

Also like carbs, protein should be viewed as a "hard" number rather than a percentage. Once you've found your tolerance numbers (say 25 carbs/85 protein, e.g.) you'll see them as a percentage but if you change total cals in, the percentage will change but leave the 25/85 as they are.

Here's a very well thought out "outline" of the basics I follow.

No Sugar No Starch

While no two people can (or should) follow exactly the same "rules", these guidelines are a good start. They were compiled by the Clinic at Duke University which is where Dr Eric Westman has done his research.

That, plus the fact that the music is AWESOME makes it (IMO) a worthwhile "take" - enjoy.