Low Carb and Low Sugar - who wants to join?
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seaniepoohbear wrote: »GuitarJerry wrote: »Sugar is a carb. It is redundant to say low sugar and low carb. I know what you mean, but it's just...I don't know...it comes from a place of not understanding things.
And, all of it is unnecessary. If you want to do it, do it. It's not harmful. But, it's also not helpful. it's just another way to create a calorie deficit.
But actually it's not.....thanks for the wrong info in your input though!
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seaniepoohbear wrote: »GuitarJerry wrote: »Sugar is a carb. It is redundant to say low sugar and low carb. I know what you mean, but it's just...I don't know...it comes from a place of not understanding things.
And, all of it is unnecessary. If you want to do it, do it. It's not harmful. But, it's also not helpful. it's just another way to create a calorie deficit.
But actually it's not.....thanks for the wrong info in your input though!
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Moderation is key to long term maintenance. What plans do you have in place once your goals are met? Learning moderation of all foods while losing means no transition into introducing them back into your diet when you reach maintenance. Much easier, in my opinion.
JW, cuz I have lost over 1/2 of my current body weight and have kept it off for over 2-1/2 years by portion control and moderation in all foods.0 -
Most all foods are OK in moderation for many people. It is the foods that can trigger a negative autoimmune response that need to be watched or total removed from one's diet.2
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GaleHawkins wrote: »Most all foods are OK in moderation for many people. It is the foods that can trigger a negative autoimmune response that need to be watched or total removed from one's diet.
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zoeysasha37 wrote: »seaniepoohbear wrote: »GuitarJerry wrote: »Sugar is a carb. It is redundant to say low sugar and low carb. I know what you mean, but it's just...I don't know...it comes from a place of not understanding things.
And, all of it is unnecessary. If you want to do it, do it. It's not harmful. But, it's also not helpful. it's just another way to create a calorie deficit.
But actually it's not.....thanks for the wrong info in your input though!
How do you think it's not? Please explain?
Eating lower carbs is not unnecessary and actually is very helpful not its not just creating a calorie deficit. When I was eating a 1200 calorie diet I was counting calories only. So I was focusing on portions and control and eating how I wanted as long as I had the calories and I still gained weight no cheating at all.
My dr told me I was pre diabetic and have PCOS so that pasta even though it was whole grain was turning to glucose...so my wheat bread was turning to glucose...I cut out bleached and tried to eat healthy things like brown rice ect and still was not successful. Cut out all carbs besides those from vegetables and some fruit and healthy carbs(not bread and pastas ect) and have lost about 50 lbs in 3 months and I actually usually eat about 1300 calories now so kind of went up most days yet I'm losing. So I have to side with my dr and my weight loss and say that it IS helpful and that information is wrong.
" And, all of it is unnecessary. If you want to do it, do it. It's not harmful. But, it's also not helpful. it's just another way to create a calorie deficit."5 -
seaniepoohbear wrote: »zoeysasha37 wrote: »seaniepoohbear wrote: »GuitarJerry wrote: »Sugar is a carb. It is redundant to say low sugar and low carb. I know what you mean, but it's just...I don't know...it comes from a place of not understanding things.
And, all of it is unnecessary. If you want to do it, do it. It's not harmful. But, it's also not helpful. it's just another way to create a calorie deficit.
But actually it's not.....thanks for the wrong info in your input though!
How do you think it's not? Please explain?
Eating lower carbs is not unnecessary and actually is very helpful not its not just creating a calorie deficit. When I was eating a 1200 calorie diet I was counting calories only. So I was focusing on portions and control and eating how I wanted as long as I had the calories and I still gained weight no cheating at all.
My dr told me I was pre diabetic and have PCOS so that pasta even though it was whole grain was turning to glucose...so my wheat bread was turning to glucose...I cut out bleached and tried to eat healthy things like brown rice ect and still was not successful. Cut out all carbs besides those from vegetables and some fruit and healthy carbs(not bread and pastas ect) and have lost about 50 lbs in 3 months and I actually usually eat about 1300 calories now so kind of went up most days yet I'm losing. So I have to side with my dr and my weight loss and say that it IS helpful and that information is wrong.
" And, all of it is unnecessary. If you want to do it, do it. It's not harmful. But, it's also not helpful. it's just another way to create a calorie deficit."
And not to mention my Cysts on my ovaries are better, my skin is better, my blood pressure is better my mental health is way better and everything is finally changing and I'm healthier than I have been in 10 years due to no longer eating unhealthy carbs4 -
Just starting over doing something new anyone can add me if they like0
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My husband and I started a low carb and sugar lifestyle about 3 weeks ago and have lost 10lbs. We are trying new recipes and enjoying all new foods we would have never eaten before. Who wants to take the ride with us and share recipes, daily plans etc?
I'm starting the same diet too! Please add me. Thanks0 -
Please add me as well. I've been doing this for awhile now and love it.
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Please add me to the group. I have been eating this way for sometime and love it.
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Add me I would like to join0
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I'm doing Keto. Add me.1
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Add me too. Today is my first day starting it!0
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Add me, I decided to try it because everything else had failed/ I failed at other lifestyles. My friend has lost over 160 lbs and just reached goal, I'm so proud of her! I need to really give this a shot. I'm tired of my weight continuing to creep up. Pregnancy changed my body, never had a weight problem before and I'm very overweight now. I have a special needs kid and a lot of stress from my insane schedule. I need something that I don't have to spend hours at the gym and can just be active with my son.1
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Add me I will like to join!!0
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That's what I'm currently doing now! Feel free to add me0
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Low Carbers Daily Forum is such a supportive, knowledgeable group. Everyone should head on over.0
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GuitarJerry wrote: »Sugar is a carb. It is redundant to say low sugar and low carb. I know what you mean, but it's just...I don't know...it comes from a place of not understanding things.
And, all of it is unnecessary. If you want to do it, do it. It's not harmful. But, it's also not helpful. it's just another way to create a calorie deficit.
I think it's disingenuous to say that cutting carbs is "not helpful" or that it's just another way of creating a calorie deficit. I've been overweight for 10 years and have tried many different weight loss plans, including the generic calorie cut. The only thing that's been successful for me has been low carb. I only generally understand the science behind it, and it probably won't benefit everyone the same, but I know it works, not only for weight loss but for improving health. I've had colitis for 12 years and within one month of doing low carb, all symptoms are completely gone.
Just so we're clear, the low carb way of eating is tough as nails to follow at first unless you're truly committed to it, especially if you're used to eating breads and pasta and rice and potatoes. You're cutting out a lot of yummy stuff, and stuff that's inexpensive and easy to prepare. But you WILL lose weight and your health will improve. You need to be committed to it for the long haul, not just a few weeks. Good luck to us all!
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I do low carb (40 g). You can add me. I have 20 lbs to my goal weight.0
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