Q: is taking high protein140g/day low carb <150g diet safe?140pd male doing strenuous workouts for health&vanity.

Unsafe, unwise: I believe most extreme diets are unhealthy and unwise and this is a good example. I advise limiting protein to about 70 grams a day. Higher amounts puts stress on the kidneys, can cause osteoporosis and may reduce longevity- esp. if the main source is animal protein. I believe it's not wise to limit all carbs- but it is wise to limit sugars and starches. See http://tinyurl.com/hqxta7c and comment.

Q: are low carb high fat diets bad? you can lose lots of weight, but is a long term approach not good for your health?

Not necessarily: This depends upon the fats eaten. Make sure they are good fats and the low CHO portion should be low in simple carbohydrates. Search simple carbohydrates and unhealthy fats, and avoid them.

Q: examples of low carb diet please?

Meat and fiber: A low carb diet basically focuses on meat (hopefully lean protein like chicken or pork) with high fiber, low starch vegetables like leafy greens. Avoid grains and avoid root vegetables, as these are high in starch. Of course, avoid sugary snacks, as well.

Q: what are the benefits of the low carb diet?

Low Carb: In addition to the excellent info you already received, I would mention that low carb will put your body into ketosis. Ketosis is a state where our body uses fat for fuel rather than sugar, thus it it fat-burning. This can help reduce sugar craving and lower weight. Do this under guidance from your doc. Peace and good health.

Q: benefits and dangers of low carb high fat ketogenic diets?

Extremes: I believe it is better for most to eat nearly everything in moderation instead of going on an extreme diet. I don't see how getting ketosis, which may reduce your appetite, can be good for the body. As for the high fat, too much saturated fat is likely harmful because it promotes inflammation. If you must, try unsaturated fat.

Q: what are helpful recommendations for going on a low carb diet?

See details: No bread, pasta, sweets, desserts, sodas of any kind, junk food, etc. No snacking between meals. Control portion size.

Q: are calorie restrictions or low carb diets effective?

Yes: Short term yes but long term you need a more comprehensive diet.

Q: how about low-carb diets?

Short lived: Has been shown to produce weight loss initially but hard to maintain. I recommend following a mediterranean diet or weight watchers if a formal program wanted.

Q: what to eat on a low carb/low sugar diet?

Lots: Lots of organic non-starchy vegetables. Adequate amounts of grass fed organic meats. Lots of water. Healthy fats such as coconut oil.

Question 1

are low carb high fat diets safe?

Accepted Answer

Safe but not healthy: Low carb is good especially low refined carbs but high fat is not good especially animal fats. Beware of foods that come from animals that walk on 4 legs (or that are mistreated!) eat lots of fruit vegetables grains high quality protein. If you are diabetic watch out for the fruit. There are a lot of very good websites that can advise you on healthy diets. And don't forget to be active!

Question 2

is taking high protein140g/day low carb <150g diet safe?140pd male doing strenuous workouts for health&vanity.

Accepted Answer

Unsafe, unwise: I believe most extreme diets are unhealthy and unwise and this is a good example. I advise limiting protein to about 70 grams a day. Higher amounts puts stress on the kidneys, can cause osteoporosis and may reduce longevity- esp. if the main source is animal protein. I believe it's not wise to limit all carbs- but it is wise to limit sugars and starches.
See http://tinyurl.com/hqxta7c and comment.

Question 3

are low carb high fat diets bad?  you can lose lots of weight, but is a long term approach not good for your health?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: This depends upon the fats eaten. Make sure they are good fats and the low CHO portion should be low in simple carbohydrates. Search simple carbohydrates and unhealthy fats, and avoid them.

Question 4

examples of low carb diet please?

Accepted Answer

Meat and fiber: A low carb diet basically focuses on meat (hopefully lean protein like chicken or pork) with high fiber, low starch vegetables like leafy greens.  Avoid grains and avoid root vegetables, as these are high in starch.  Of course, avoid sugary snacks, as well.

Question 5

what are the benefits of the low carb diet?

Accepted Answer

Low Carb: In addition to the excellent info you already received, I would mention that low carb will put your body into ketosis.  Ketosis is a state where our body uses fat for fuel rather than sugar, thus it it fat-burning.  This can help reduce sugar craving and lower weight.  Do this under guidance from your doc.  Peace and good health.

Question 6

benefits and dangers of low carb high fat ketogenic diets?

Accepted Answer

Extremes: I believe it is better for most to eat nearly everything in moderation instead of going on an extreme diet.  I don't see how getting ketosis, which may reduce your appetite, can be good for the body. As for the high fat, too much saturated fat is likely harmful because it promotes inflammation. If you must, try unsaturated fat.

Question 7

what are helpful recommendations for going on a low carb diet?

Accepted Answer

See details: No bread, pasta, sweets, desserts, sodas of any kind, junk food, etc. No snacking between meals. Control portion size.

Question 8

are calorie restrictions or low carb diets effective?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Short term yes but long term you need a more comprehensive diet.

Question 9

how about low-carb diets?

Accepted Answer

Short lived: Has been shown to produce weight loss initially but hard to maintain.  I recommend following a mediterranean diet or weight watchers if a formal program wanted.

Question 10

what to eat on a low carb/low sugar diet?

Accepted Answer

Lots: Lots of organic non-starchy vegetables. Adequate amounts of grass fed organic meats. Lots of water. Healthy fats such as coconut oil.

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