Cut Carb Calories

A study done by a doctor at Temple University showed that cutting carb calories helped study participants lose weight, while not feeling hungry or deprived.  Study participants cut carb calories drastically, but ate as much meat, vegetables and butter as they wanted.

Results showed that participants ate about 1000 calories less per day than when they ate all the carb calories they wanted, but still felt satisfied. The doctor reported that by cutting carb calories, people’s appetites diminished and they were able to lose weight.

It is unknown the long-term effects of a diet low in carb calories, but it has been shown effective as a weight loss tool for obese individuals. Any new diet should be discussed with your personal physician before starting.

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Choosing Quality Carb Calories

You may have heard that reducing carb calories is a key to weight loss.  Your body needs carbohydrates, just as it needs protein, some fat, and vitamins to maintain health.  The key to choosing the carb calories you ingest is choosing high quality carb calories.

Processed and highly refined foods can be high in carb calories, but deficient in any other nutrients.  Fruit is a high carb calorie food, but is also packed with fiber and vitamins which help your body use the fuel for energy.  Other good choices are bread made from whole wheat flour, skim or 1% milk, and baked goods made with applesauce instead of oil.

Carb calories are not evil, but you should choose them carefully.  Avoid carb-laden foods that are also high in fat and sugar.  Careful choices are healthy choices.

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