What Are the Different Types of Carbohydrate Diets?
There are typically three types of carbohydrate diets — those that include low, moderate, and high amounts of this dietary component. Healthy carbohydrates or whole grains may also be consumed as part of a healthy eating plan. Carbohydrate diets can also be used for weight loss or glucose control for diabetics. Low carbohydrate diets are widely recognized as weight loss plans. U.S. diet creator Dr. Robert Atkins created his classic low carbohydrate diet in 1972. This plan was made popular with publication of his book, Dr. Atkins’ Diet Revolution. The book included step-by-step instructions on how to reduce carbohydrate intake to force the body into ketosis. This is a state of energy metabolization wherein stored fat is used for energy in the absence of carbohydrates. Research has proven low carbohydrate plans are safe over long-term periods, contrary to the opinions of many doctors since the inception of Atkins’ diet plan.
