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Is there research on a low-glycemic carbohydrate diet in children?

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Yes, Dr. David Ludwig at Children's Hospital in Boston studied 107 obese children during a four-month period. Children in the study on the low-glycemic carbohydrate diet experienced a signifi- cantly greater weight loss compared with those on the standard reduced-fat diet. No. Any sugar needed by the body can come from ingested carbohydrates such as fruits, beans, and wheat bread. The body does not need added sugar. Low-glycemic carbohydrates are excellent sources of energy for athletes.
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Is whey protein compatible with a low-carbohydrate diet?

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Yes. Whey protein is not only compatible with low-carbohydrate diets it is an ideal choice. Be sure to select whey protein isolate which provides high quality protein without the carbohydrates and fat often limited in low carbohydrate diets.
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How does a Low Glycemic Diet work?

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All carbohydrates are not the same. Some "gush" into your blood stream and spike your blood sugar. Others just "trickle" in slowly keeping it low. Knowing which carbs are which and then choosing "tricklers" not "gushers" is the secret to making the diet work. For example instant mashed potato (GI-86) will raise your blood sugar more than twice as much as an equal serving of converted rice (GI-38).
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Is this just another high protein, low carbohydrate diet?

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No, this is a system of elements that when followed carefully will completely eliminate the need for "diets". This is not an Atkins or Protein Power look-a-like plan. While protein is emphasized on this program, carbohydrates are not excluded. The Insulite PCOS System includes not only a Nutrition Plan but also Supplement and Exercise Plans, as well as a Support Network. Our Nutrition Plan recommends a healthier balance of protein and healthier carbohydrates (e.g.
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What is a low-carbohydrate diet?

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There are various forms of low-carbohydrates diets, but the basic premise is to reduce carbohydrates to below the recommended dietary allowance of 300 grams for a 2000-calorie per day diet. How much of a reduction depends on the plan followed. Possible risks of very low carbohydrate diets include kidney problems, gallstones, and ketonuria (spilling ketones in urine). The best way to lose weight is slowly with a lifestyle change as opposed to a transitory diet one expects to end at some point.
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I heard a lot about Atkins diet, are there dangers to a low carbohydrate diet?

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The primary role of carbohydrates is provide energy to the body especially the brain and the nervous system. When glucose is unavailable to the body it will breakdown fat for energy. During this process ketone bodies are produced resulting in abnormal amount of ketones in the blood and urine. This can be dangerous because it can upset the body’s acid base balance, lead to dehydration, increase uric acid production and result in a coma.
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b. What is the Carbohydrate Addict's Diet?

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The premise of this diet is that there are people who, for biological reasons, develop unmanageable cravings for carbohydrates which can lead to weight gain. The authors believe that this results from an overproduction of insulin, impairing glucose metabolism, and an insufficient rise of brain serotonin, responsible for the feeling of satiety. The objective of the diet is to control insulin release by minimizing the carbohydrate consumption which triggers it.
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Can you accommodate a low carbohydrate diet?

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We do not specifically offer "low-carb" meals. But if you are trying to decrease your carbohydrate intake, you can review the nutritional information on our monthly menu and choose meals which are either lower in carbohydrates or can be easily modified by making small substitutions or by omitting some of the higher carbohydrate ingredients.
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I’m on a low carbohydrate diet should I count the sugar alcohols as carbohydrates?

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When you are on a low carbohydrate diet you are trying to keep your insulin levels stable by refraining from ingesting a significant amount of carbohydrates. Carbohydrates such as sugar alcohols and fiber don’t have a significant affect on insulin levels and therefore don’t have to be counted when you are on a low carbohydrate diet.
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Can INTAKEPERFORMANCE™ be used with a low-carbohydrate diet?

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Yes – Intake Performance does not contain any added carbohydrates and has only 7 net carbs, which is much lower than all the leading competitors.
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Should I be eating a low-salt, low-carbohydrate, or low-fat diet?

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Everyone can benefit from eating healthy foods, but not everyone has the same nutritional needs. Pregnant women, growing children, and older adults will have different needs for certain nutrients. People who have high blood pressure need to watch how much salt they eat. Those who have high cholesterol may be on a cholesterol-lowering diet that restricts saturated and trans fats and cholesterol. And people who have diabetes will need to spread the carbohydrate that they eat throughout the day.
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Can I use Aloeride? whilst on the Specific Carbohydrate Diet?

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Yes you can, and more to the point, you should use Aloeride® when on the SCD. Research (Bland 1985) shows beyond a shadow of doubt that it will improve your bacterial flora [6 out of 10 improve stool microbiology], it will reduce your gut permeability [significant drop in Indican levels], it will reduce stool specific gravity and it will improve the gut pH [favourable environment for good bacteria growth within double fermented yoghurt or Probion® Daily.
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What makes Medifast Plus For Diabetics Low Glycemic?

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Medifast Plus For Diabetics is certified to be LOW GLYCEMIC because it does not overly stimulate blood glucose and insulin and does not stimulate fat-storing enzymes. Persons with insulin-related disorders such as Syndrome X, Insulin-Resistance, Diabetes and Hyperglycemia look for the GRI Seal of Approval when selecting insulin-friendly products.Dieters and athletes try to avoid High Glycemic foods since they stimulate insulin and fat-storage.
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Can children go on the diet?

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Absolutely! Children over the age of six can go on the diet. The diet is extremely helpful for those with coughs, colds, allergies, sinus problems, mucus disorders, and infections – all of which are the result of poisons accumulated in our system. We recommend that children have consent from their parents, guardians, family doctor or Naturopath before undertaking any detox program.
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Can I consume Kagome juices if I am on a low carbohydrate diet?

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Kagome juices are made from all natural, fresh fruits and vegetables. Many low carbohydrate diets recommend eating vegetables and fruits as part of the meal for sustaining weight programs. Kagome juices have a low Glycemic Index compared to fruit juices because they contain vegetables.
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What about using xylitol in a low carbohydrate diet?

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As only about one quarter of consumed xylitol becomes glucose, it is stated to have 75% less carbohydrates than table sugar. Therefore it is suitable for use in a low carbohydrate diet.
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What are the differences between the various low-carbohydrate diet plans?

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Some of the authors consider the diets low-carbohydrate, others would say modified-carbohydrate, or maybe insulin-regulating . . . the primary similarity is the reduced consumption of sugars, but after that each plan has it's own set of rules laid out in a book (some offer support books as well). A brief description of several of the diet plans appear below: Atkins: Dr. Robert C. Atkins, M.D., has a book titled Dr.
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Q: Are Pure Nutrition's protein powders compatible with a low-carbohydrate diet?

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Yes. Pure Nutrition's protein powders are not only compatible with low-carbohydrate diets, they are an ideal choice. Be sure to select the whey protein isolate which provides high quality protein without the carbohydrates and fat often limited in low carbohydrate diets.
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How many grams of carbohydrate is low carb and when a diet is too high in carbs?

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Low carb diet - how many carb grams?A diet suggesting daily carbohydrate intake over 100 grams is not a low carb diet. It doesn't mean however that it's a bad diet. The South Beach Diet is not a low carb diet, it's about good or bad carbs and good or bad fats, but it works for people with "apple" body type. There's is a reason to doubt even Dr. Atkins' diet. On induction phase, 20 grams a day is allowed.
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Why do you lose weight on a low-carbohydrate diet?

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Weight loss occurs because in the first few days of a high protein, low carbohydrate diet or any diet less than 900 calories per day, you use your blood sugar (glucose) and stored sugar (glycogen) as fuel. Glycogen is stored in muscles and your liver. This stored sugar holds three times its weight in water. So each gram of glycogen stored is holding on to 4 grams of water. When you lose the stored glycogen, you lose the water it is holding in your muscles and liver.
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Where can I get more information about the Specific Carbohydrate Diet?

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There are many resources to help you learn more about the SCD. The primary way, of course, is to read the book "Breaking the Vicious Cycle" by Elaine Gottschall. There is also the official SCD website, http://www.breakingtheviciouscycle.info.
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Do I need to follow a low-salt, low-carbohydrate, or low-fat diet?

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Everyone can benefit from eating healthy foods, but not everyone has the same nutritional needs. Pregnant women, growing children, and older adults will have different needs for certain nutrients. People who have high blood pressure need to watch how much salt they eat. Those who have high cholesterol may be on a cholesterol-lowering diet that restricts saturated and trans fats and cholesterol. And people who have diabetes will need to spread the carbohydrate that they eat throughout the day.
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Are high-fat, high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet good for you?

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mentioned above, anytime you eliminate vital nutrient from your diet, you will have ill effects. Your body is designed to digest carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Your body needs all of these nutrients in order to function at an optimum level. Sure you can eliminate nutrients. Look what happened when we all started to eliminate fats - we got fatter! What is happening now? We are all eliminating carbs, and what is happening? We are having bowel problems, low-energy, mood swings and "brain fog".
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Is aspartame suitable for people on low carbohydrate diets such as the Atkins Diet?

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Aspartame is made from two amino acids, which are parts of protein. Aspartame provides the taste of sugar but very few calories.
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Is it safe to follow a low carbohydrate diet while trying to conceive?

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It depends on the diet plan followed. Most doctors would stress a lifestyle change - a change in types of food consumed - over a reduced-calorie diet. Several of the more popular plans are outlined in the weight section below. Clomid may work for PCOS women, but only about 40 percent of those who ovulate on it will get pregnant. A good trial is three to four ovulatory cycles. Most doctors would recommend not doing more than six cycles total of Clomid.
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Do you recommend Anabolic Pump™ on a very low carbohydrate diet?

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Before the invention of Anabolic Pump™, you would have to drastically lower or even eliminate carbohydrates to lose body fat. In the reduction of carbohydrates, you would lose hard earned muscle in the dieting process to get super shredded. Carbohydrate is what fuels your brain and muscles to perform intensely in the gym. You eliminated carbohydrates. Your workouts suffer. You are become moody and irritable. You are extremely lethargic and basically hate life.
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Can lean women with PCOS who do not wish to lose weight use a low-carbohydrate diet?

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Lean women can follow a low-carbohydrate eating plan, but may need to increase the number of calories consumed in order to maintain weight. A couple of the very low-carbohydrate diets listed above would not be appropriate unless one looked straight to the maintenance section. Ideally one finds a balance that that reduces carbohydrates, but keeps caloric intake to about 2,000 calories per day.
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