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Old October 17th, 2003, 02:35 AM
rob
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Default low carb fad diets do work in the short-term

High Protein/low carb diets, like all fad diets, work for a short
time. You will need to stick to it and take your supplements, but It
can take the fun out of living, You can eat as much meat, butter,
fish, fat, cheese as you like , just no crackers or wine or beer, oh
and take some sugar free mints. I remember a book called the caveman
diet in the mid-nineties,which i was on for a month, I remember
getting so drawn into the book it was almost a religion to me, but
last year I tried high-protein low carbohydrate ( the Atkins Diet)
diet which reminded me of the caveman diet and it did work, I was on
that one for 12 weeks, But if it's not a diet you can do the rest of
your life? : so why go on it in the frist place ? (I ask myself)
Everybody knows that fad diets don't work long term, I have never
knowen anybody to keep the weight off with a fad diet ?, I would love
to hear from somebody who's been on a high protein low carbohydrate
diet for more then two years. But what concerns me is that their is
negative effects with the low/carb fad diet , such as: bad breath,
constipation, low intake of disease-preventing phytochemicals and
antioxidants from plant foods, especially fruits, vegetables, beans,
brown rice, whole wheat breads and high fibre cereals are in short
supply. In the long term the negative effects can be more significant
with increased risk for kidney problems.All fad diets are calorie
based, and if you don't eat too many calories you're bound to lose
weight. Surely a balanced diet is better for human beings?
Surely a caveman diet or low/cal is not the answer long term ?, your
much better off being on a Weight Watchers diet or something calorie
controlled, because the chances of keeping the weight off are so much
greater, especially if you have a balanced meal each day. Just keep
it simple.
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Old October 17th, 2003, 03:35 AM
Carol in NC
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Default low carb fad diets do work in the short-term

It is quite interesting to read the low carb newsgroup. They seem to have a
vested interest in proving that their "diet" is safe, sound and the best
method for losing weight.

The WW newsgroup, seems more about sharing and supporting, with nothing to
prove.

In the final analysis, it is up to each person to choose. If I really liked
a lot of meat/protein, and didn't care for carbohydrates, perhaps
Atkins/South Beach etc would be fine for me. That isn't the case, so I
don't choose it.

I do have a problem with any "diet" which asks you to leave out a whole food
group as a matter of course. And, I'm concerned about long term safety of
such a high fat diet.

I have found that lowering my carb intake somewhat is beneficial. I lose a
little better those weeks. For me, the keywords is "somewhat" though.

Carol

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High Protein/low carb diets, like all fad diets, work for a short
time. You will need to stick to it and take your supplements, but It
can take the fun out of living, You can eat as much meat, butter,
fish, fat, cheese as you like , just no crackers or wine or beer, oh
and take some sugar free mints. I remember a book called the caveman
diet in the mid-nineties,which i was on for a month, I remember
getting so drawn into the book it was almost a religion to me, but
last year I tried high-protein low carbohydrate ( the Atkins Diet)
diet which reminded me of the caveman diet and it did work, I was on
that one for 12 weeks, But if it's not a diet you can do the rest of
your life? : so why go on it in the frist place ? (I ask myself)
Everybody knows that fad diets don't work long term, I have never
knowen anybody to keep the weight off with a fad diet ?, I would love
to hear from somebody who's been on a high protein low carbohydrate
diet for more then two years. But what concerns me is that their is
negative effects with the low/carb fad diet , such as: bad breath,
constipation, low intake of disease-preventing phytochemicals and
antioxidants from plant foods, especially fruits, vegetables, beans,
brown rice, whole wheat breads and high fibre cereals are in short
supply. In the long term the negative effects can be more significant
with increased risk for kidney problems.All fad diets are calorie
based, and if you don't eat too many calories you're bound to lose
weight. Surely a balanced diet is better for human beings?
Surely a caveman diet or low/cal is not the answer long term ?, your
much better off being on a Weight Watchers diet or something calorie
controlled, because the chances of keeping the weight off are so much
greater, especially if you have a balanced meal each day. Just keep
it simple.



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Old October 19th, 2003, 01:23 AM
The Kings
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Default low carb fad diets do work in the short-term

Hi !

Well I lost 80 pounds over 3 years ago and I must say that at the time
Atkin's worked for me I have kept that off and am trying to lose a remaining
20ish pounds on WW.At the time,I needed a plan that would show results
quickly to keep me motivated.And I spent a mere 9 bucks on the book.Lately
(since sept.2) I have been following this plan as I was headed for a huge
carb a rama.I have actually gained 2 pounds and although I have not had
sccess at the scale or even a clothes change I must say that i feel good.No
better or worse that on Atkin's.I think no one has the answer it's just what
works for you keeps you motivated at the time and is reasonable health
wise.My doctor is doing Atkins' himself and was very happy with what I
did,and understands my need to change to a different plan at this point.
A signature line on this and many sites is very true....Your mileage may
vary...and of course this is only my opinion.


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Old October 19th, 2003, 02:58 AM
Carol in NC
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Default low carb fad diets do work in the short-term

Congratulations on the wonderful loss. Good luck on the remaining 20.

Carol

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Hi !

Well I lost 80 pounds over 3 years ago and I must say that at the time
Atkin's worked for me I have kept that off and am trying to lose a

remaining
20ish pounds on WW.At the time,I needed a plan that would show results
quickly to keep me motivated.And I spent a mere 9 bucks on the book.Lately
(since sept.2) I have been following this plan as I was headed for a huge
carb a rama.I have actually gained 2 pounds and although I have not had
sccess at the scale or even a clothes change I must say that i feel

good.No
better or worse that on Atkin's.I think no one has the answer it's just

what
works for you keeps you motivated at the time and is reasonable health
wise.My doctor is doing Atkins' himself and was very happy with what I
did,and understands my need to change to a different plan at this point.
A signature line on this and many sites is very true....Your mileage may
vary...and of course this is only my opinion.




 




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