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Low Carb vs Low Fat?

‎03-29-2015 08:13

‎03-29-2015 08:13

I know this topic is discussed frequently on this board. And there's a lot of science behind both. I thought this lecture was enlightening, and it will help explain why those of us who are on a low-carb diet do so well. If you're open minded you will appreciate the topic. (Oh and the first 7 minutes are kind of non-related so I would skip those)

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fL5-9ZxamXc

Prof. Tim Noakes - 'Medical aspects of the low carbohydrate lifestyle'
Prof. Tim Noakes - 'Medical aspects of the low carbohydrate lifestyle'
youtube.com/watch?v=fL5-9ZxamXc
Professor Timothy Noakes (born 1949) is a South African professor of exercise and sports science at the University of Cape Town. He has run more than 70 marathons and ultramarathons and is the author of several books on exercise and diet. He is known for his support of a high-fat, low-carbohydrate
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‎06-09-2015 04:39

In response to Mermaid3011

‎06-09-2015 04:39

Mermaid

I have no problem with what you said, 

I disagree with it as a suitable diet for me, but different strokes for different folks.

 

But there are a few posters who just turn every thread in to a rant on "clean eating", "complex carbs" and "leafy vegetable", regardless of wether the poster is a 600lber looking to lose weight or a 60lber who want to compete in worlds strongest man.

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‎06-10-2015 20:44

‎06-10-2015 20:44

I agree that not all diets are suitable for all people. My argument is that the majority of those who are obese are that way because of an insulin related problem caused by high sugar and high carb intake (keep in mind the glycemic index of white bread is roughly 99!!). Again not everyone should be in ketosis and it depends on how insulin resistant someone is. At the end of the day excess sugar is the cause and we are not talking just a few teaspoons in excess!

Posting another update: Have lost a total of 86 lbs, now at 220 lbs with roughly 25% body fat and continuing to lose consistently (since January 3rd)
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