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Originally posted by preciousjeni
Wow! I would never have expected you to say that!! Thank you! I also do low carb, but it's low simple carbs. I just have serious concerns for the health of people eating too much protein (ketosis) and my emphatic disapproval of Atkins is simply because I don't want to see people's health suffer.
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Yes, this is also what I was trying to get at, but didn't quite get right.
My reason for being anti-low carb diets is because I worry about long-term health. I don't think there is enough research one way or another to DEFINATELY say it; but my point: while it's not known whether low carb diets can cause health problem, it IS known that a traditional "diet" (reduce calories and bad fats, eat more veggies and fruit, and whole grains) DOES NOT cause health problems. You lose weight to benefit your health...so, I personally would feel better on a traditional diet than something like Atkins.
And it IS true that most people eat too many carbs. The trick is distinguishing the good ones from the bad, but still reducing them. Carbs are necessary for energy, especially when working out.
And I agree with whoever said it about processed foods and low fat versions of foods. I used to eat lots of low fat versions, especially of chips, snack cakes, etc. Thing is...they just made me hungrier because of all the refined sugar. I complained to my doctor about how I was losing weight, but I was always hungry. I was so shocked when he said I was not consuming ENOUGH fat! But the truth is, healthy fats (like in nuts, fish, peanut butter) help you feel full. It's deceptive because people think low fat always means better, when in reality, it's making things worse. I have also noticed that natural foods tend to be more satisfying anyways. I love organic produce, but it's hard to find! Especially carrots...they taste soooo much better (the organic kind).
Rudey, a quick note. You have a right to feel how you do about your diet. BUt folks like me, or preciousjeni, have just as much right to speak out against it. I'm not trying to attack you, but please try to be a little kinder.