Dr. James J. Kenney, Nutrition Research Specialist for the Pritikin Longevity Center, has recently compiled a list of things to consider when thinking about adopting a low carbohydrate diet for weight loss. Current research strongly recommends that we get most of our foods from plant sources that are high in fiber and low in fat. There is NO metabolic magic that goes with a low carbohydrate diet. Low carbohydrate diets severely limit variety and are difficult as well as unwise to maintain over a long period of time. These nutrients are important to blood pressure regulation, and are found primarily in carbohydrate-rich, high fiber diets that contain liberal amounts of whole grains, vegetables, fruits and nonfat dairy products.
Kidney stones are more likely to be formed on high protein, low carbohydrate diets.
Severely limit fat and calorie-dense foods such as chips, fries, candies, cookies and other sugary desserts Determine physical activities that you can make part of your lifestyle most days of the week. Here's a simple recipe for a quick evening meal. It contains a healthy amount of fiber, carbohydrate and a wide variety of nutrients. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until golden, about 1 minute. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mash about 1 cup of the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher.