Phase 2 Carb Blockers

A new article was posted by Bill Johnson on low carb diet basics…an excerpt:

For the average person, carbohydrates should make up less than 10 percent, and in some cases, less than 5 percent of daily calorie intake. Carbohydrates are the body’s ideal fuel for most functions. They supply the body with the energy needed for the muscles, brain and central nervous system. Carbohydrates — including bread, pasta, rice, cereals, milk, most fruit and any sweets — usually provide over half of people’s daily calories. On a low-carb diet, however, carbohydrates are limited or avoided, thus leading to a significant reduction in calorie intake.  Protein plays a major role in maintaining muscle (not only on our bones but also internal organs such as the heart) and fighting infections. A function that is vital for those with diabetes and loss of kidney function.  Read full article: Low carb diet basics

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There is a lot of “buzz” around weight loss - a never ending buzz in fact.  The bottom line is always losing the weight we want to get off. But, who do you trust?  Should you use supplements along with your reduced portions or just reduce your portions?  Are they cheating? Below is a link to a brief slide show, that talks a bit about the use of weight loss - diet supplements and we make a suggestion of course…