Low Carb Diet Plans, Are They a Good Idea?
Low carb diets plans are based on the idea that excess carbohydrates causes weight gain. When following these diets you will have to avoid foods like bread, pasta and eat more high protein foods like meat and soy products. Generally you will only eat around 20 to 60 grams of carbs a day. Most low carb diets (such as the popular Atkins diet) are what is known as ketogenic, which means that they make the body burn fat for energy instead of carbs. While they are somewhat controversial, many people have reported excellent results when following these diets. Critics point out that while low carb diets do work, they are not as healthy as a balanced and varied diet. In the end though, whether a diet plan is effective will mostly depend on the eating habits it teaches people. Will you just lose weight while on the diet and then gain everything back as soon as you stop? The best weight loss plans, be it low carb or otherwise, show you how to change your eating habits and replace junk food with
