Low Carb

@simone10 (54192)
Louisville, Kentucky
September 11, 2015 4:47am CST
For as long as I can remember, I have had to watch my weight which means I have been on a lot of diets in my life. Some successful and some not. This time I am thinking of going on a low carb diet. I've been trying to read up on it and get all the information as well as finding some low carb recipes. Have any of you or someone you know ever gone on a low carb diet? If so, was it successful?
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@sofssu (23662)
11 Sep 15
I have cut out on rice wheat based product and sugars. I have added more raw veggies and fruits to my diet to get the full feeling. I eat more lentils now to add to the protein.. I am not too much of a meat eater.
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@Marcyaz (35316)
• United States
11 Sep 15
Have you managed to lose any weight? If so how much and how long did it take?
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@sofssu (23662)
11 Sep 15
@Marcyaz No, I am not losing any significant weight.. but I have maintained it.. I think I have plateaued out I did lose weight when i combined it with exercise.. now I don't do so much.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
@soffsu I have tried to go on a vegetarian diet before but just couldn't go long without some kind of meat.
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@LadyDuck (454979)
• Switzerland
11 Sep 15
The only diet I used to follow is the "Scarsdale Diet", as a matter of fat it is a low carb-diet and it always worked for me. I used to diet every time I went back home from the United States, most of the time I had to shred a few pounds.
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@Marcyaz (35316)
• United States
11 Sep 15
The US did not help your waist line is what I think you are saying. Was it good food or just you ate too much.
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@LadyDuck (454979)
• Switzerland
11 Sep 15
@Marcyaz The portions are too big, I usually do not eat too much. Every time I went back from the States I followed a diet for a couple of months, I did not like to put on pounds.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
@LadyDuck I have heard of the Scarsdale Diet before but wasn't sure exactly what it was.
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• United States
11 Sep 15
Simone, I have tried every diet known to man..lolz Low carbs which to me means no starch, no spuds, bread, etc is too hard for me.
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@Marcyaz (35316)
• United States
11 Sep 15
Oh that is too bad it would be too hard on you. Seems no one is satisfied with their weight, either to heavy or to thin.
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• United States
11 Sep 15
@Marcyaz I love spuds but dont eat them much ..try to cut down on carbs..no good.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
@TiarasOceanView Low carbs can be very restrictive and I do have concerns on whether I will be able to stay with it.
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• United States
11 Sep 15
I heard it is successful, but like most diets, you don't get the nutrients you need. So if you did this, I wouldn't stay on it long and instead of watching what you eat, watch how many calories you consume. My daughter's sister in law lost a lot of weight this way and it was healthy because she got the nutrients she needed.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
@Carmelanirel2 Yeah, I am worried about that as well. You can't have a lot of dairy besides cheese and a few others. That may bother me more than no potatoes. I am thinking more about following weight watchers and just watch my carb intake.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
@gudheart I found a program online where I can enter the foods I eat and it will give me the amount of calories, carbs, fats and other nutrients. It will also recommend what the daily requirements should be.
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@gudheart (12659)
11 Sep 15
It does take good monitoring to ensure still get enough carbs and nutrients to ensure good healthy balance. That can be hard to do though.
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@marlina (154183)
• Canada
11 Sep 15
I believe that it is not a good idea to deprive yourself of carbs. You lose all your energy.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
@marlina I am concerned about that and also that the weight may come back.
@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
@seren3 I have heard that there are healthy carbs, like oatmeal that you can eat versus potatoes, etc.
• United States
11 Sep 15
please use caution when startin' these fad diets. perhaps yer doc can hook ya up with a nutritionist? they could help ya come up with a plan to make healthy, lifelong changes - fer the weight 'n also fer the inflammation.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
I don't plan on going no carbs or extremely low carbs. I will probably use weight watchers and just watch my carb intake, using healthy carbs versus potatoes, etc. I know people who have been successful on low carbs but I am worried that if I do that, my weight will come back.
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• United States
13 Sep 15
@simone10 thank goodness, coz many 'f those diets can be so dangerous. i do think that if'n yer able to though, a visit with a nutritionist 'd prolly do ya some good. i had a great relationship with mine from scott & white in temple - she was extremely knowledgeable 'n got me set up on the correct path - takin' my health hiccups into consideration 'n doin' the 'ppropiate bloodwork 'n tests to see where to begin 'n followed up later so we could make changes. i'm purty confident i'd not made this much 'f a recovery without her. ya might also look at the glycemic index foods - where ya can jest switch out certain lower rated ones fer higher rated ones yer eatin'. its all purty fascinatin' schtuff.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
15 Sep 15
@crazyhorseladycx After doing some research and reading @RachelDSims24 comment, I am definitely not doing low carb. I just don't that it is right for me.
@pumpkinjam (8451)
• United Kingdom
11 Sep 15
I've tried so many diets but I now swear by Slimming World. I'd struggled for so long with my weight, nothing seemed to work. I joined Slimming World just over 2 years ago and I've lost 5 and a half stone, kept it off, and I'm healthy. Basically because SW is mostly common sense, balance, and not denying yourself anything. I wouldn't do a low carb diet (not least because I love my potatoes!) for all the reasons @RachelDSims24 said, although it can be used temporarily as a boost for a couple of days within a sensible eating plan. I eat pretty much everything, I just cook things differently and have made a few swaps like having skimmed milk instead of full fat.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
I have done a lot of research since I wrote this discussion and after reading comments, I think I am going to do weight watchers and just watch my carb intake and eat healthy carbs instead of non healthy carbs.
@GardenGerty (157041)
• United States
11 Sep 15
Restricting any one food group will at first cause weight loss because some of the calories from that group are reduced, but to my understanding, this can lead to binging later on because you miss the foods so much. I did lose a lot of weight quickly on a diet that really limited my calories and took away all added salt, added sugar and I could only have two slices of bread a day. It all came back rapidly though when we had a major family stress happen.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
@GardenGerty That is what I am most worried about, the weight coming back.
@bunnybon7 (50975)
• Holiday, Florida
11 Sep 15
haven't tried that one but not good with diets anyway. I lose weight now and then from stomach problems. it is the only good thing about being afraid to eat because of pain.
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@marlina (154183)
• Canada
13 Sep 15
@bunnybon7 I have stomach problems too and sure makes me lose weight fast when I can't eat.
@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
15 Sep 15
@marlina Once I lost 13 pounds in about a month because of my stomach.
@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
I am so sorry. I have had issues with my stomach due to the meds I take and I can understand how you feel. I just can't function when I am nauseated.
@allknowing (130088)
• India
14 Sep 15
I never encourage anyone to go on a diet unless certain foods do not agree with them. The key to losing weight is exercise.
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@allknowing (130088)
• India
4 Nov 15
@simone10 Unless the food goes against one's health such as diabetes eating less to lose weight I am not quite in favour of. You will lose weight all over even where you do not want to.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
4 Nov 15
yes, exercise is good but I believe that portion control with you food is very important.
@SIMPLYD (90727)
• Philippines
11 Sep 15
I cut my rice intake . I noticed it had me lose some weight , even if i don't want to. I just don't like my tummy to get larger by too much rice .
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@Marcyaz (35316)
• United States
11 Sep 15
No a bigger tummy does not look very nice, does it?
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
@SIMPLYD I know what you mean. I do like rice and potates which are big no no's on a low carb diet.
• United States
11 Sep 15
Hi there, Simone. I'm actually a personal trainer. I'm working on getting certified as a nutritionist, too. PLEASE do not go on a low carb diet. They're absolutely horrible for you. You're going to lose a lot of weight incredibly fast, then plateau and struggle losing anything else. You're going to look miserable, feel miserable, and BE miserable. Low-carb diets only starve your body of part of the three essential things we need: carbs, protein, and fats. I've had many friends go on low carb diets, like the Atkin's diet. My best friend Allie actually went on it last year. She starved herself of the necessary carbs her body needed, limiting them to a minuscule degree, and lost about 60 pounds in 2 months. She was so proud of herself. She decided to take a break from her low carb diet for about a week, and had already gained back 10 pounds. It's. So. Bad for you. Please don't do it, if you value your health at all. Instead, try starting small and getting into the genuine healthy lifestyle. It's guaranteed to make you feel better than you did before, and you're guaranteed to keep that weight you want gone OFF. Start off by doing simple things. Cutting out soda and drinking water, lemonade, and unsweet tea instead is a great place to start. You can also work on choosing alternatives at restaurants and fast-food restaurants. Look at the healthy choices, because you know you're on there, and try them out. You might find something you like at your favorite restaurant that's actually good for you, too. Instead of eating cookies or brownies to silence that sweet tooth, try fruit or honey and peanut butter. It will honestly staunch the craving, and you'll be eating healthy at the same time. Message me if you want more tips or are interested in transitioning into the healthy lifestyle, and if you listen to any of my advice at all, PLEASE don't do the low carb diet. Value your health above your appearance and try something that is better for you.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
Thank you so much for your advice. After doing some research, I am thinking against doing this. Is there a specific amount of carbs a person should have either at every meal for the whole day? Should it just be about healthy choices and portion control? I have a lot of questions so I probably will be messaging you
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
15 Sep 15
@RachelDSims24 It definitely sounds worth it to me. I will be sending you a message soon and I really appreciate all of your help.
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• United States
14 Sep 15
@simone10 You can ask as many questions as you like! I would recommend that you start out on a protein-rich diet, and do light exercise a few times a week, even if it's just for five minutes. Go for a walk. Take a yoga class. Take your family to the park and play some games, or stroll through a museum. Just do things that get you out and get your blood pumping, and over time your body will start craving it. You'll want to do more and more. It is ALL about healthy choices and portion control. Just use moderation. Always go for the leanest meat, try to have some vegetable or fruit with every meal (even if it's in your drink), and just watch what you eat. Become conscious of exactly what you are putting in your mouth. Just keep in mind, it only takes 21 days to form a habit. Only three weeks of sacrifice and strong-willed, healthy choices before it becomes so easy, you won't even remember what it was like to be unhealthy. Doesn't that sound worth it to you?
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@IvySaysHi (4469)
• United States
11 Sep 15
I am trying to have a low calorie diet. Maybe I should try low carb. I really want to lose weight and slim down though. Have you tried things like garnicia Cambogia?
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
No, I've never heard of it. Exactly what is it? I am really worried that if I do a low carb diet, I will gain it all back afterwards.
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@IvySaysHi (4469)
• United States
13 Sep 15
@simone10 its capsules of a plant which is supposed to help with i believe metabolism and suppressing hunger. Look it up i could be wrong
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@sueznewz2 (10409)
• Alicante, Spain
11 Sep 15
I have been on a reduced carb diet for a while, and have had good results with it...., I read the labels on food products and make my decision based on the carb content... most people have a food item that is unique to them that could be the cause for the weight problem... for me it was potatoes and bread, when I cut them out I lost weight, but my friend eats bread nearly everyday but it does not cause her a problem... her problem is sweet things... I incorporate bread and potatoes into my diet, but to a lesser degree to what I was before... so i think if you try different food items to see which one may be causing the problem for you....
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
I am so happy for you that you have had good results with reduced carbs. I have a problem with sweets as I have a sweet tooth.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
15 Sep 15
@sueznewz2 Luckily for me, once I start a diet, I don't usually crave sweets after about a week or so.
@sueznewz2 (10409)
• Alicante, Spain
13 Sep 15
@simone10 it will be a bit more difficult for you then, I do not have a sweet tooth, but some of my favourite foods contained quite high levels of carbs... but with a few changes it still suited me....
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@Marcyaz (35316)
• United States
11 Sep 15
Sorry but I have been fortunate that I have never had to lose weight in fact I am one of those people who needs to gain weight. To bad you can't shead a few of those pounds my way.
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@Marcyaz (35316)
• United States
13 Sep 15
@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
Believe me, I would if I could. I have always envied people who can eat what they want and not have to worry about it.
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@meltean59 (182)
• Temple, Texas
20 Sep 15
Low carb works well for me, but,I usually wind up getting tired of it, and blowing it.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
4 Nov 15
That is the way I have been in the past. I have decided to just watch my portion control and keep track of calories.
@Tampa_girl7 (48855)
• United States
20 Sep 15
I am on low carb. Started in May. I am on it because I am diabetic. Yes, it works very well for me.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
4 Nov 15
I can understand how a low carb diet would be beneficial to a diabetic. My brother is a diabetic and really should watch his carb intake but doesn't.
@cahaya1983 (11121)
• Malaysia
13 Sep 15
No one I know personally, but I've read and heard real cases of people who have been successful. Do you exercise regularly though? I read that this type of diet is not suitable for those who do regular exercise.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
4 Nov 15
No, I don't do a lot of exercise because of health issues.
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@wetnosedogs (1533)
• United States
12 Sep 15
Good luck with your diet.
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@simone10 (54192)
• Louisville, Kentucky
13 Sep 15
Thanks! I haven't decided which way to go yet. Low carb or weight watchers.
@maggs224 (2320)
• Alicante, Spain
13 Sep 15
In the past I have done the Atkins diet which is a low carb diet and it certainly worked for me. As a side effect of reducing my carb intake I found that I lost the pain I had in my knee joints and I had a lot more energy. I find eating too many carbs make me sluggish. Now I just count calories I would rather eat a little I love than a lot that I don't lol...
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• United States
13 Sep 15
we're each individuals 'n that's why i suggested ms. simone to see 'bout gettin' with a nutritionist - find out what foods could be irritatin' her r.a. 'n schtuff 'n suggest healthy alternatives - ones she can live with 'n not feel deprived.