Why do I feel like CRAP on low carbs?
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Low carb's not for everyone...just like calorie counting (and by that I mean the 1200 cals that seem popular here) or low fat aren't for everyone.
I felt like crud for a few weeks when I got started (just over a year ago) but it passed and the only times I really deal with "hanger" now is during TOM or if I've eaten carbage...and then the low carb flu starts all over again. Good reason to stay on plan. LOL0 -
I didn't mention whether or not they'd UNDERSTAND it. They're simply not in a position to use that qualification as grounds for their opinion.I'd take it from a psychiatrist, maybe, but a psychologist has no medical qualifications so why would I care what a psychologist thinks?
Psychologists are properly qualified! My psychologist has ten degrees, a PHD and lectures in German and English (she's prettu motivated). She's awesome. And yes, she's a Doctor!
EDIT: Serotonin is directly related to mood so of course a psychologist would understand this...0 -
Some people just have too much joy and need to remove it from their lives somehow.why is everyone so anti-carb?0 -
It will pass....I did low carb,lost about 70 lbs and actually felt great.But its so hard to stick to long term.Not to mention gets expensive, especially with todays prices.But the crappy feeling will pass....0
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Your kidney may be working overtime from being in a state of ketosis. Make sure you are drinking plenty of fluids, and avoiding products that may damage your kidney such as alcohol, pain killers, too much red meat or fatty foods... If you still don't feel better, low-carb may not be for you.0
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I've been doing the low carb/high protein thing for 14 weeks. I actually had higher energy at the beginning (maybe i was super excited to do it) and haven't experienced any crappy days. I usually intake between 70-100g of carbs. I am thrilled to lose weight, don't crave much (sometimes a croissant), which is crazy because I am a huge fan of dessert. Now when i eat something i used to enjoy like pizza, im a lot more aware of the taste and have noticed that the thoughts of what it tastes like in my head are way better than what it actually tastes like a lot of the time. So i guess ive changed the way i think about food.
Also, I hate hearing this whole not sustainable argument. It's totally sustainable, YOU have to sustain it or else duh, no one is gonna do it for you. It's just food.
And I mean, losing 30lbs so far definitely helps me stay happy.
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I didn't mention whether or not they'd UNDERSTAND it. They're simply not in a position to use that qualification as grounds for their opinion.I'd take it from a psychiatrist, maybe, but a psychologist has no medical qualifications so why would I care what a psychologist thinks?
Psychologists are properly qualified! My psychologist has ten degrees, a PHD and lectures in German and English (she's prettu motivated). She's awesome. And yes, she's a Doctor!
EDIT: Serotonin is directly related to mood so of course a psychologist would understand this...
Im curious as to why you would 'take it from a psychiatrist' but not a psychologist. that's all0 -
Why does it seem so many people on these boards are "My way or the highway"???!?
There are LOTS of ways you can lose weight. Yes, some are healthier than others. BUT... there is not one thing that works for EVERYONE. SOOOOO... Just because YOU lost weight eating high carbs or low carbs does not mean it is the ONLY way.
I see this happen in SO MANY threads. Someone asks a question and then the thread takes a turn to argue something that might actually be very individualized--and that doesn't answer the question asked! Please give advice, offer your two cents--but allow that there could be other possibilities. It's almost like talking religion in here these days--everyone seems so passionate that their way is all there is. If there was one answer and it was cut and dry, obesity rates wouldn't be so high and the diet industry wouldn't make billions! Every body is different. Some people do REALLY well on low carb, some people do not. Some people are allergic to carrots--that doesn't mean that they should tell everyone else in the world to never eat carrots because carrots don't work for them!!
So few of these actually answer the original question and stick to that. I know everyone is trying to help, but there are SOOOO many ways this weight loss thing can work.
So, to answer the original question. In my opinion, it is normal to feel bad when cutting carbs. (The OP didn't ask whether or not low carb was a good diet, so why would I even address that?!) You may get over it in a few days, or you may be a person who just does not do well on low carbs. It doesn't hurt to experiment to get the weight loss equation right for you. Good luck!0 -
A psychiatrist is medically qualified. A psychologist, while they learn some of the same stuff, is NOT medically qualified. They're a glorified counsellor.
I didn't mention whether or not they'd UNDERSTAND it. They're simply not in a position to use that qualification as grounds for their opinion.I'd take it from a psychiatrist, maybe, but a psychologist has no medical qualifications so why would I care what a psychologist thinks?
Psychologists are properly qualified! My psychologist has ten degrees, a PHD and lectures in German and English (she's prettu motivated). She's awesome. And yes, she's a Doctor!
EDIT: Serotonin is directly related to mood so of course a psychologist would understand this...
Im curious as to why you would 'take it from a psychiatrist' but not a psychologist. that's all0 -
A psychiatrist is medically qualified. A psychologist, while they learn some of the same stuff, is NOT medically qualified. They're a glorified counsellor.
I didn't mention whether or not they'd UNDERSTAND it. They're simply not in a position to use that qualification as grounds for their opinion.I'd take it from a psychiatrist, maybe, but a psychologist has no medical qualifications so why would I care what a psychologist thinks?
Psychologists are properly qualified! My psychologist has ten degrees, a PHD and lectures in German and English (she's prettu motivated). She's awesome. And yes, she's a Doctor!
EDIT: Serotonin is directly related to mood so of course a psychologist would understand this...
Im curious as to why you would 'take it from a psychiatrist' but not a psychologist. that's all
Not all doctors know what they are talking about either especially when it comes to nutrition. You are much better off addressing the arguments themselves instead of trying to appeal to authority (a type of logical fallacy, by the way).0 -
because you need carbs to function?0
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A psychiatrist is medically qualified. A psychologist, while they learn some of the same stuff, is NOT medically qualified. They're a glorified counsellor.
I didn't mention whether or not they'd UNDERSTAND it. They're simply not in a position to use that qualification as grounds for their opinion.I'd take it from a psychiatrist, maybe, but a psychologist has no medical qualifications so why would I care what a psychologist thinks?
Psychologists are properly qualified! My psychologist has ten degrees, a PHD and lectures in German and English (she's prettu motivated). She's awesome. And yes, she's a Doctor!
EDIT: Serotonin is directly related to mood so of course a psychologist would understand this...
Im curious as to why you would 'take it from a psychiatrist' but not a psychologist. that's all
Not true, a 'proper psychologist is medically qualified and must have a Psy.D. (Doctor of Psychology), Ph.D., or Ed.D. unlike psychiatrists who are physicians who have a D.O. or M.D.0 -
Seeing as everyone seems a little off this morning, I'll say it again - I was simply saying that it is inappropriate for a psychologist to quote that as the reason for their opinions. A doctor can give you medical advice and say it's because they're a doctor, but a psychologist doing it is as good as me saying I know how much fuel your car will need to get from A to B because I work in IT.
A psychiatrist is medically qualified. A psychologist, while they learn some of the same stuff, is NOT medically qualified. They're a glorified counsellor.
I didn't mention whether or not they'd UNDERSTAND it. They're simply not in a position to use that qualification as grounds for their opinion.I'd take it from a psychiatrist, maybe, but a psychologist has no medical qualifications so why would I care what a psychologist thinks?
Psychologists are properly qualified! My psychologist has ten degrees, a PHD and lectures in German and English (she's prettu motivated). She's awesome. And yes, she's a Doctor!
EDIT: Serotonin is directly related to mood so of course a psychologist would understand this...
Im curious as to why you would 'take it from a psychiatrist' but not a psychologist. that's all
Not all doctors know what they are talking about either especially when it comes to nutrition. You are much better off addressing the arguments themselves instead of trying to appeal to authority (a type of logical fallacy, by the way).
The opinion is all well and good, and actually an opinion that I agree with. The point is that being a psychologist is irrelevant.0 -
because carbs are your PRIMARY source of energy! you need more carbs than the other 2 macronutrients. doing low-carb diets are only a temporary weight loss. sure you may lose some weight cutting down on one macronutrient but once you lose that weight and try to go back to eating the recommended amount of carbs, fats, and protein you will gain all if not more of that weight back. carbs are good for you and you need them to function! don't cut down carbs, cut OUT crap carbs like white bread and white rice and simple sugars, keep to whole grains and complex carbs!0
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A doctorate does not make you a medical doctor. You can be a doctor of almost ANYTHING. My D.C.Sc. doesn't make me a doctor, not in conversational terms.
A psychiatrist is medically qualified. A psychologist, while they learn some of the same stuff, is NOT medically qualified. They're a glorified counsellor.
I didn't mention whether or not they'd UNDERSTAND it. They're simply not in a position to use that qualification as grounds for their opinion.I'd take it from a psychiatrist, maybe, but a psychologist has no medical qualifications so why would I care what a psychologist thinks?
Psychologists are properly qualified! My psychologist has ten degrees, a PHD and lectures in German and English (she's prettu motivated). She's awesome. And yes, she's a Doctor!
EDIT: Serotonin is directly related to mood so of course a psychologist would understand this...
Im curious as to why you would 'take it from a psychiatrist' but not a psychologist. that's all
Not true, a 'proper psychologist is medically qualified and must have a Psy.D. (Doctor of Psychology), Ph.D., or Ed.D. unlike psychiatrists who are physicians who have a D.O. or M.D.0 -
Seeing as everyone seems a little off this morning, I'll say it again - I was simply saying that it is inappropriate for a psychologist to quote that as the reason for their opinions. A doctor can give you medical advice and say it's because they're a doctor, but a psychologist doing it is as good as me saying I know how much fuel your car will need to get from A to B because I work in IT.
A psychiatrist is medically qualified. A psychologist, while they learn some of the same stuff, is NOT medically qualified. They're a glorified counsellor.
I didn't mention whether or not they'd UNDERSTAND it. They're simply not in a position to use that qualification as grounds for their opinion.I'd take it from a psychiatrist, maybe, but a psychologist has no medical qualifications so why would I care what a psychologist thinks?
Psychologists are properly qualified! My psychologist has ten degrees, a PHD and lectures in German and English (she's prettu motivated). She's awesome. And yes, she's a Doctor!
EDIT: Serotonin is directly related to mood so of course a psychologist would understand this...
Im curious as to why you would 'take it from a psychiatrist' but not a psychologist. that's all
Not all doctors know what they are talking about either especially when it comes to nutrition. You are much better off addressing the arguments themselves instead of trying to appeal to authority (a type of logical fallacy, by the way).
The opinion is all well and good, and actually an opinion that I agree with. The point is that being a psychologist is irrelevant.
No need to be a snarky. You were not clear (obviously) about your original statements nor about your subsequent ones which is why people seem to be confused as to what you mean.
While I agree that one's qualifications don't necessarily mean that you should take their word for it (same point I made in my previous comment), your subsequent posts seem to indicate that a psychologist is not qualified to make a statement about anything other than their field. This is incorrect. Judge based on the information presented.
In your analogy, with enough information, you could easily tell me how much gas I need to get from A to B regardless if you work in IT or not.0 -
It's because carbs are your body's main form of energy. You take that away and you're gonna feel like crap!
A healthy balance of carbs, fat and protein is just the best way to go.0 -
Here we go, another explosive debate about whether carbs are good for you or not.
Hear that slamming sound? It's the sound of this thread being locked in 3....2....1....0 -
Seeing as everyone seems a little off this morning, I'll say it again - I was simply saying that it is inappropriate for a psychologist to quote that as the reason for their opinions. A doctor can give you medical advice and say it's because they're a doctor, but a psychologist doing it is as good as me saying I know how much fuel your car will need to get from A to B because I work in IT.
The opinion is all well and good, and actually an opinion that I agree with. The point is that being a psychologist is irrelevant.
I agree that psychologists and psychiatrists are not as qualified as nutritionists and dietitians with regards to FOOD. However, i was merely arguing against the fact that you would 'take it from a psychiatrist' as opposed to a psychologist...both are qualified health care professionals. You seemed to think that psychologists are just 'quack' doctors when they are not...0 -
Exactly! I can TELL you that, but I can't tell you that I know that BECAUSE OF MY DEGREE.
Seeing as everyone seems a little off this morning, I'll say it again - I was simply saying that it is inappropriate for a psychologist to quote that as the reason for their opinions. A doctor can give you medical advice and say it's because they're a doctor, but a psychologist doing it is as good as me saying I know how much fuel your car will need to get from A to B because I work in IT.
A psychiatrist is medically qualified. A psychologist, while they learn some of the same stuff, is NOT medically qualified. They're a glorified counsellor.
I didn't mention whether or not they'd UNDERSTAND it. They're simply not in a position to use that qualification as grounds for their opinion.I'd take it from a psychiatrist, maybe, but a psychologist has no medical qualifications so why would I care what a psychologist thinks?
Psychologists are properly qualified! My psychologist has ten degrees, a PHD and lectures in German and English (she's prettu motivated). She's awesome. And yes, she's a Doctor!
EDIT: Serotonin is directly related to mood so of course a psychologist would understand this...
Im curious as to why you would 'take it from a psychiatrist' but not a psychologist. that's all
Not all doctors know what they are talking about either especially when it comes to nutrition. You are much better off addressing the arguments themselves instead of trying to appeal to authority (a type of logical fallacy, by the way).
The opinion is all well and good, and actually an opinion that I agree with. The point is that being a psychologist is irrelevant.
No need to be a snarky Mc. Snarkypants. Seems like you are the one who got off on the wrong foot this morning, not us.
While I agree that one's qualifications don't necessarily mean that you should take their word for it (same point I made in my previous comment), your subsequent posts seem to indicate that a psychologist is not qualified to make a statement about anything other than their field. This is incorrect. Judge based on the information presented.
In your analogy, with enough information, you could easily tell me how much gas I need to get from A to B regardless if you work in IT or not.0 -
just started doing low carb since yesterday and I seriously felt like CRAP!! is it because my body is so used to eating alot of carbs like whole grain bread/wheat cereal/brown rice..? I am aiming for under 50 carbs and high protein with cardio to lose weight.. is this just how you feel in the beginning but eventually your body adapts?
Assuming you aren't suffering from something like PCOS, IR or something along those lines, low carb will not help you lose fat faster. There is no metabolic advantage to low carb diets, holding calories and protein constant0 -
Exactly! I can TELL you that, but I can't tell you that I know that BECAUSE OF MY DEGREE.
Seeing as everyone seems a little off this morning, I'll say it again - I was simply saying that it is inappropriate for a psychologist to quote that as the reason for their opinions. A doctor can give you medical advice and say it's because they're a doctor, but a psychologist doing it is as good as me saying I know how much fuel your car will need to get from A to B because I work in IT.
A psychiatrist is medically qualified. A psychologist, while they learn some of the same stuff, is NOT medically qualified. They're a glorified counsellor.
I didn't mention whether or not they'd UNDERSTAND it. They're simply not in a position to use that qualification as grounds for their opinion.I'd take it from a psychiatrist, maybe, but a psychologist has no medical qualifications so why would I care what a psychologist thinks?
Psychologists are properly qualified! My psychologist has ten degrees, a PHD and lectures in German and English (she's prettu motivated). She's awesome. And yes, she's a Doctor!
EDIT: Serotonin is directly related to mood so of course a psychologist would understand this...
Im curious as to why you would 'take it from a psychiatrist' but not a psychologist. that's all
Not all doctors know what they are talking about either especially when it comes to nutrition. You are much better off addressing the arguments themselves instead of trying to appeal to authority (a type of logical fallacy, by the way).
The opinion is all well and good, and actually an opinion that I agree with. The point is that being a psychologist is irrelevant.
No need to be a snarky Mc. Snarkypants. Seems like you are the one who got off on the wrong foot this morning, not us.
While I agree that one's qualifications don't necessarily mean that you should take their word for it (same point I made in my previous comment), your subsequent posts seem to indicate that a psychologist is not qualified to make a statement about anything other than their field. This is incorrect. Judge based on the information presented.
In your analogy, with enough information, you could easily tell me how much gas I need to get from A to B regardless if you work in IT or not.
Ah, good. We agree :flowerforyou: I see your point now.0 -
Ah, good. We agree :flowerforyou: I see your point now. 0 -
It took me a few days also, maybe even up to 2 weeks. But everyday was better and better. She didn't say she was going NO carb, she said under 50.0
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why is everyone so anti-carb? aren't healthy carbs good?!
It's not anti-carb; it's low carb. A lot of healthy eating alternatives recommend high protein, low carb meals for weightloss. I believe the reason that people experience symptoms isn't because they're reducing their carbs from a normal amount to a lower amount, I believe it's because the average person over-eats when it comes to carbs so this becomes a more drastic reduction and the body responds.
NO carb diets are ridiculous though. Your body needs carbs (good carbs, like you pointed out) for energy.0 -
Because low-carb is NOT a healthy way to eat. Yes, you'll lose weight more quickly, but it won't be healthy or sustainable. Your body NEEDS carbohydrates to carry out various functions, and decreased serotonin (happy hormone) production is a very common side effect of low-carb diets.
Low-carb IS healthy if it's not an extreme minimal carb amount or no carbs at all. Even dietitians will recommend a low-carb, high-protein diet for weight loss.0 -
I didn't read the responses so sorry if I'm repeating. I did Atkins on and off for 2 years and the first 3 days I wanted to kill myself and everyone else around me after that I was ok. I did have a lot of energy, felt great, lost 65 lbs - then gained 20lbs back in 2 months right after reaching goal!! I just couldn't stick to it. I tried doing it again a few years ago and found that I had zero energy even after the first 3 days were over. If you aren't a huge carb eater and have more self discipline than I do, than you may be able to stick to it, but if you aren't going to be able to, then I say, just cut down on the carbs to a reasonable level. Because the first time you put just a little extra carbohydrate in your body you end up soooooo bloated that it feels like you've gained 10lbs in a night and the weight just piles back on VERY quick.
Whatever you do, good luck!! 0 -
Maybe stick to 100 carbs, then gradually reduce them further if its something you want to do. 50 sounds super low! X
I agree! I'm considered "low carb" and I'm still above 100g / day. Increase your protein too! Your body needs it and people don't get enough.0 -
probably a mild withdrawal is all0
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why is everyone so anti-carb? aren't healthy carbs good?!
Not anti carbs, just anti crap carbs, like flour, processed grains, sugar, rice and stuff that we have adapted to using as FILLERS....get off the crap carbs and lose....happens 0
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