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Let's go "low carb, high protein"

Saturday, June 25, 2011 6:35

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I know, this might not be the idea you have for your daily diet. Even I cannot ignore the fact that high carb food items are the most delicious ones around. But we know that it comes with a price. That is why I thought about writing a post for those who struggle to get a proper, fixed diet program.

There are a lot of crash diet programs around. But, as the name suggests, it is not a permanent diet program. That’s where “low carb, high protein” diet comes in. But there are risks involved when you accept this program. I have seen many of its side-effects.

The benefits of low carb, high protein diet

A recent study showed that this program can reduce the risk of cancer and slow down the growth of the tumors. Apart from reducing cancer risk, this program can reduce weight and make you full at the same time.

Almost all known health education programs and cancer centers promote this diet because it helps build, maintain and repair tissues with a small percentage of calories derived from protein.

The reduction of carbohydrates to a fraction of what our body needs puts the body in a metabolic state known as ketosis. In this state, the body burns its own fat for fuel (the fat becomes the primary energy source), making this program useful for effective weight reduction and staying healthy.

Problems with ‘ketosis’

Though this theory is supported by many medical associations and education programs, it can also cause a few (major) health issues. Though the name suggests high protein, only a medium level of protein is needed. Too much can cause problems. What are they?

Kidney failure: Too much protein can put strain on the kidneys and up the risk of kidney diseases.
High cholesterol: High protein levels are linked to high cholesterol and an increased risk of heart diseases and stroke.
Kidney stones: High protein diets can cause people to excrete more calcium through urine. If this continues for a long time, the risk of kidney stones go up.
Unhealthy state: Very low levels of carbohydrates (carbs) in the body leads to the cration of a substance known as ketones. It can cause problems organ failures, gout, nausea, dull appetite, kidney diseases.

Most of these problems can be avoided if the person eats at least 100 grams of carbohydrates and a medium level of protein. When I said “high protein and low carb,” I meant that protein levels should be above carb levels (and the amount of carbs are very low in this program).

If you take things seriously and do not go for extreme levels of carbs and proteins, it will be fine. There is no need to take it to an extremely dangerous level like what celebrities do for their figure.

Read more at Witty’s Lifestyle Blog

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