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How many carbohydrates can you eat in a day and still lose weight?
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∙ 11y ago
For a low carb diet, the usual range is 20 to 50 grams per day. Some people, especially those who are insulin resistant (many overweight people are insulin resistant without being aware of it), need to drop down to 15 or 10 grams per day.
The best way is to experiment and discover what amount works well for you as an individual. It does vary from person to person. If you need maximum weight loss because you have a lot of weight to lose, then you may wish to aim for benign dietary ketosis.For further information, see the page links, further down this page, listed under Related Questions.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 11y agoYou have to set a goal weight, figure out how much less you have to eat to attain that. To loose a lb you need to eat 3500 less calories.
Your body needs the balance of all nutrients, so protein, fat and carbs are a must. To loose 1 lb a week, you need to figure out what to cut out from how you are eating do it. I have the book CALORIE KING which tells you food products and the whole calorie, fat, etc. I learn to eat rather boring, so I can remember how much I can have of something and stay within components.
You can rotate your desires, just eat less. No more HUGE DQ Blizzards when the 12 oz is just fine. For me I take a small DQ cone when I crave ice cream. 1/2 cup = 150 calories. So I did not need the LARGEST when the brain said it wanted a taste.
Have a friend help you figure this math out. Each person has to map out their own. I ate pre-listed diets as their is something always I hate on it. So figure essentials, how much you can have, sometimes just 1 bite will tell the brain ENOUGH.
Remember to eat the 3 meals and 2-3 snacks a day. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.
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∙ 12y agoFor more information about the calories and carbohydrates for weight loss, see the page links, further down this page, listed under Related Questions.
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∙ 8y agoFor a low carbohydrate diet the usual range is 20 to 50 grams of carbohydrate daily. Experiment and discover what amount works well for you as an individual. Unlike protein and fats, there is no minimum daily requirement of carbohydrate in order to flourish physically.
Though there is no minimum daily requirement of carbohydrate, carbs do have many beneficial phytochemicals and fiber so eating some is fine as long as they are not refined processed carbohydrates.
Refined processed carbohydrates are a major cause of weight gain, obesity, insulin resistance, and many diet related diseases. Eliminate or strictly limit refined processed carbohydrates (apart from the occasional treat). Replace those foods with 'fat burning' foods and take full advantage of the thermic effect of those foods. You will find a list of fat burning foods, and a list of refined processed carbohydrates, and more about the thermic effect, further down this page, at the bottom of this answer.
Good natural sources of carbohydrates for weight loss are (preferably organic) fresh non-starchy vegetables and fresh low carb fruits such as berries.
For the free diets and lists to show you the way, or to advance you further, see the live links listed below:
- List of refined processed carbohydrates (to avoid or limit)
- 15 excellent fat burning foods (to replace the refined processed carbohydrates), and more about the fat burning thermic effect of these nutritious foods
- How to use the best low carbohydrate foods
- Free Carbohydrate in Vegetable Chart
- Free Carbohydrate in Fruits Chart
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∙ 15y agoThat depends on the size of the man, his height, his body structure, etc.
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Is is a good idea to lower carbohydrates to lose weight in all cases?
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How many roasted chestnuts can you eat to be still on a weight watchers diet?
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How many carbohydrates should you have if you want to lose about a kilo a day?
None
How many carbohydrates should you eat each day if trying to lose weight and you weigh 210pds?
For a person of your weight, 90-110 grams of carbohydrates each day can assist weight loss. This is because an increase in carbs will help balance your blood sugar levels, and able you to eat fattier foods, like cookies or pie, without gain.
How do you get your body out of starvation mode and still lose weight?
If you need to lose weight you are not starving. How many obese people are there in concentration camps? If you are too heavy, eat less. But make sure your weight is truly too much before you start.
Is it healthy to lose weight with a high protein diet?
Yes, and in fact, many diets promote little to no carbohydrates. However, carbohydrates promote emotional well being/ satiety, and managing dramatic changes in diet can be very hard for many people. Change your diet slowly, and integrate resistance training as a method for prolonged, and healthy weight loss.
Will a vegetarian diet enable you to lose weight in one week?
It can help you lose weight. Many people who are trying to lose weight want a "quick fix" which does not work in the long run. You must establish healthy long term habits if you are to maintain a healthy weight.I've seen overweight vegetarians! If a vegetarian eats a lot of simple carbohydrates and fat, he/she can become overweight.Whether or not you are a vegetarian, you must eat healthy to maintain a healthy weight.
