More and more individuals are adhering to a low carbohydrate lifestyle. Dr Robert C. Atkins would be very happy to know that. He was the Father of Low Carbohydrate Lifestyles. Since the introduction of the Atkins Diet in the 1970’s and resurgence in the 1990’s , the low carbo liefstyle is ever more popular There is no shortage of these diets- Paleo, Sugar Busters, Mediterranean, and Keto Diet. More fat is not bad for your health. More fat makes you feel more full for an extended period of time. WE do know that simple sugars are bad. Dr Atkins stated that many years ago
When choosing a low carbohydrate lifestyle I think you need to pay attention to the type of protein and fat you are consuming., We do know the Atkins was high in fat ( maybe not always the best fat ) There are better sources of fat other than the animal fat You can get fat from nuts , seeds and avocados ( You may not want to eat avocados if you are Blood Type O, as avocados are inflammatory for that blood type - Eat Right for Your Blood Type- Peter D’Adamo.
As I have always believed there is no diet good for everyone I like to look at many factors- the individual’s blood type, their BMI, their Ig G Food Allergies, and their blood work. Sometimes I feel people should eat everything in moderation. I do know this- simple ( white ) carbohydrates as bread, pasta, white rice, cakes , cookies and white potatoes are bad. These convert to simple sugars You should try to consume little to no processed foods. The processed foods are full of chemicals and dyes.
The Mediterranean diet is rated top for weight loss and to maintain on a consistent basis. It is good for the heart and diabetic patients. Try not to do fad diets Try to follow the above and you will see how good you feel You will also see the benefits in intermittent fasting