Low carb, high fat! Need buddies to follow for support, motivation and ideas!
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I know....I'm just starting to really watch the carbs.....I was so worried about calories that my carbs were hi. Working harder at it now.0
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I've been doing low carb high fat for 2 weeks and I've lost 15lbs so far
my goal is to lose somewhere between 90-120 lbs. im not sure of what ratios I should be using for my fat/protein/carbs and I'd be so excited to have help! And of course motivation on my journey! Add me and I'm very open to tips or anything
Check out Google for Keto calculator, the top result has an excellent resource for working out macros. The most common advise I hear is if in doubt (and carbs are definitely low) then increase fat intake and decrease protein. I still can't get my head around drinking olive oil and eating butter - which is what I'm having to do just to top up on fat!0 -
Feel free to add me! I have been on a ketogenic diet for almost 2 weeks now. It can definitely be a frustrating diet when you seek variety in meals. It's also unbelievably high in cholesterol (at least my version is haha).0
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Keto , Atkins, south beach , been there done it and doing it now!! Love low carb diets
Started yesterday and going they February
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I add olive oil to my whey protein shake with unsweetened almond milk0
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Good luck with your goals!!!! Sounds like you are doing great!!! I'm trying to lose weight myself and it's nice to read abouts others having sucess!!0
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Hey AJ, I'm also doing lchf... I started on 1/10/15 and lost about 9 lbs in two weeks, but then I stalled. I either wasn't eating enough, or wasn't getting enough fat.. or a little of both. But I'm back! And ready to really DO THIS!! I'd love to have someone to cheer on/cheer me on!! Add me as a friend if you'd like to.
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I'm in the middle of week 5. I love how I'm never really hungry. Lost almost 10 lbs on it. Down a total of 18lbs since I've been at the gym and watching my food.
Trying to keep my carbs under 25. Still don't seem to have adapted as I'm still very tired (Suffered from chronic fatigue for over 20 years).
Feel free to add me, my diary has some great foods to have, plus the Mrs. finds some awesome fat bombs to eat
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on day 2 of LCHF/Keto.... feel free to add me. Any tips/advice/recipes to share would be great!:)
...I went from a lifestyle of highly processed foods to low fat/low carb/moderate protein and lost 40lbs but stalled so switched over to LCHF this week. hoping to have really good results. already feeling more full & satisfied with the foods I'm eating. currently doing the keto kick start from www.ibreatheimhungry.com because had no clue where to start on this journey! lol....just got Maria Emmerich's keto adapted book & looking fwd to reading it over the weekend.
All the best everyone!!0 -
Feel free to add me:)0
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Me too. I've done every other diet you can think of. I loose weight but gain it all back. A few days in and about 3 pounds so far. This looks like something I can stick with, but I'm concerned about elevated cholesterol and triglycerides.0
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Me too. I've done every other diet you can think of. I loose weight but gain it all back. A few days in and about 3 pounds so far. This looks like something I can stick with, but I'm concerned about elevated cholesterol and triglycerides.
Please go on YouTube and search for talks on LCHF (by credible sources!). There is so much there to put your mind at rest. My favourites are Prof Tim Noakes, Nina Teicholz and Gary Taubes - they have all put many, many years into their research using very credible studies.
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but you probably gained it back right? Unfortunately the reason these diets are not recommended is because it's not a realistic lifestyle. Can you imagine yourself eating like this forever? If not, you will gain it back. Fast:(
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Me too. I've done every other diet you can think of. I loose weight but gain it all back. A few days in and about 3 pounds so far. This looks like something I can stick with, but I'm concerned about elevated cholesterol and triglycerides.
unfortunately that's why diets don't work. It needs to be a realistic lifestyle change. Otherwise we gain it back fast. Guaranteed
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Paleo here I too have quite a bit to get rid of. Lchf is perfect for me. I too try to stay below 50g per day. In paleo world you can have up to 50% of your calories each day from fat. Try cooking with coconut oil that helps me in that department. Butter sure. Yes nuts and seeds. Cheeses can help too. Good luck to you 0
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Oh and just to add- people on lchf diets do get carbs from fruits and veggies they eat which is perfectly fine. These items are packed with nutrience and vitamins compared to granola and cereals and breads etc that are processed and processed and leave little to no nutritional value. Carbs do have a place in everyone's diet- in fruits and veggies 0
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The best thing about this method, for me personally, is I can keep doing it. I was a chef a long time ago, and know how to make some delicious sauces like Hollandaise and Bearnaise. I just stopped eating them a long time ago because they were deemed fattening and unhealthy. I notice my calorie count stays pretty low too (1200-1400), even though I'm not hungry at all. Now my toughest challenge is no beer!
Cheers
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I have been experimenting with a grain free diet for several months and have recently been transitionaing to a LCHF diet. I have been studying Paleo, Primal, and most recently Diet Doctor and Eating Academy. All great resources and all have their differences too. I find the Diet Doctor version suits me the best so far (I love cheese). Feel free to add me if you want to encourage each other. I am also doing Intermittent Fasting as well.0
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I am on a low carbohydrate diet, as instructed by my physician. I'm insulin resistant as a side effect of my PCOS, so it's really the best option for me. I have a friend who is Paleo, and have been thinking about working some of her recipes into my routine. Anyone can add me, and I keep an open diary to stay accountable to myself and whoever is watching
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On Monday I started a modified fat fast (a strict fat fast is supposed to be 90% fat, under 1000 calories per day) and haven't gone under 75% fat or over 1200 calories. So far, I have lost 5 pounds (about a pound a day, which is typical for this type of eating plan). It was a little tough in the beginning, but once I got over the initial three-day hump, I feel fantastic. There's nothing better than waking up each morning to see the scale continually move downward.0
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ashleyadeline wrote: »Hello! I took a couple nutrition classes in university and the first thing we learned (sorry to burst your bubble) is that low carb high fat diets are quite bad. Carbohydrates should be the staple of your diet (fruits, vegetables, whole grains) because they are what provide your body with energy. Your brain especially needs carbohydrates to functions because it's the only macronutrient that can be broken down efficiently to use. If you do not have enough carbohydrates to use for energy to your brain, you body starts breaking down protein. The problem with this is that a byproduct of breaking down protein and converting it to glucose is a thing called ketones. You've probably heard good things about ketones and weight loss but sadly they are lies ): Ketones make your blood more acidic which is awful for your brain. It causes fatigue, more cognitive functioning, and sometimes, if following a low carb diet long enough, illness. You should look into credible sources when deciding to go on a low carb diet and truly understand it because you only have one body and generally low carb diets are only successful for short periods of time. Good luck!
Current research is debunking this on MANY fronts (and I have a degree in nutrition). The high carb, low fat craze has had a negative impact on many.0 -
I am following low carb high fat too, watch youtube videos butter makes your pants fall off. Feel free to add me, I have been following this for 43 days now and love it, I feel so committed!0
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but you probably gained it back right? Unfortunately the reason these diets are not recommended is because it's not a realistic lifestyle. Can you imagine yourself eating like this forever? If not, you will gain it back. Fast:(
There are people who have been on LCHF for years. For me, the lack of joint pain, depression, and digestive issues means that yes, this is a long-term diet for me.0 -
I have to do this long term too even when I reach target, I believe sugars and grains made me ill! I don't feel deprived like I did on other diets. I am slowly getting into exercise, walking every day! I have joint pain too Twibbly and digestive issues are a total nightmare for me (I have Ulcerative Colitis and IBS)0
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Also LCHF. Please feel free to add me. 0
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Hi there I been looking into this lchf diet and interested in learning please feel free to add me
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Looking for LCHF buddies too!!! Anyone feel free to add me! It seems to be the only thing that keeps my insulin resistance at bay. And I don't feel hungry at all. Most of the time I have to make myself eat. I have watched butter makes your pants fall off and it's so great. It might seem overwhelming but he breaks it down to you. I started lchf on April 28th and have lost 10lbs so far. 8 within my first week! I wish I could get my husband to do it with me but he enjoys his grains too much. ='(0
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Hi Mallory, I'm on the lchf train too, mostly keti and loving it! Would be great to keep in touch! X0
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Keto* can't spell!0
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