I felt lousy on a previous low carb diet. Does that mean they aren for me?
Not necessarily. There are some common sources of negative reactions to low carb diets: 1.The switchover from using carbs for energy to using fat for energy. This is the condition for the fatigue and irritability that can happen in the early days of a very low carb diet – usually around days 3-5, while the body is adjusting to its new source of fuel. If you are experiencing muscle cramps you can take a calmag supplement. For headaches take some headache tablets 2. The first month can bring on a fierce desire for carbohydrate foods. It is important to understand that this will pass. The most important thing is not to go hungry. I find that eating foods with a lot of fat is helpful.
