David Gillespie - Do we still need to eat low carbs?

15 Aug 2012 6:50 AM

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Have only been sugar free 5 days but like to know if it is still important to keep the carb count low. Igot the idea that this was no longer important from David's book? Can anyone give me their wisdom on this?

15 Aug 2012 7:31 AM

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Hi it come's down to personal choice, I did the low-carb (body trim) for nearly 3 years an never managed to maintain my weight, I was either on track an losing slowly or putting it back on after a bad weekend, I think I managed to lose 5 kg about 3 times over that period an always put it back on. So for me going low carb again isn't an option yet, I am for the first time eating carbs an not putting on weight an throughly enjoying it, yes I still need to lose that 5kg, but it is not stressing me at all. And my husband who wouldn't have anything to do with low-carb has gone sugar free with me without a fuss which is a miracle.

16 Aug 2012 2:29 AM

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I think you will find that David's advice is to eat whatever you want whenever you want to, as long as it doesn't contain any fructose. When your appetite-control system is working properly you will not want to eat more than your body needs at that time.

However during a recent discussion here about unexpected weight gain, David recommended going low-carb for a while if that occurred.

He and several other authors debunk the saturated fat myth. Here is a recent article on the subject: http://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/diet-and-fitness/the-skinny-on-fullcream-20120728-232qs.html Note: " . . .no strong evidence linking full-cream dairy with obesity, type 2 diabetes or cardiovascular disease."

JohnN

16 Aug 2012 7:14 AM

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Thank you Debra and John for your prompt reply. I agree with you and although I have had success with this diet it is difficult to maintain. I am not having too many problems in going sugar free. My sixth day and have purchased a mountain of health foods, nuts, oils as well as an ice cream maker whic I will attempt to make tomorrow. I have a daughter with an exceptional sweet tooth and a strong addiction to Diet coke, she is intellectually challenged and I know this dietary change will create some challenges. Have cleaned out my pantry from all sugar contained products , I have my nuts soaking and getting ready for activation tomorrow and I am quietly excited to see what difference this will make to our familiy's health, so watch this space and thanks for the support.

Regards

Johanna

05 Sep 2012 6:16 AM

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Hi Joanne,I to have just started the sugar free challenge ,Day one and it seems so easy.Having been yo yo dieting for years i am having difficulty allowing myself the lovely fatty foods like bread and full fat yoghurt.I had a look in the shops today and saw just how much sugar is in all those low fat stuff i have been eating for years. Looking forward to the new challenge and dropping some kilos

Isabel

06 Sep 2012 6:02 AM

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Welcome to the revolution! It's an enlightened start to good health and I praise anyone brave enough to make that start. There can be opposition from well intended people. I am proudly starting my sixth week tomorrow and am pleased to say, I'm over the most difficult part of the journey. I still think I have a way to go but am feeling the benefits already. I'm certainly not craving sugar like I was before. I do mind my carb intake as much as as convenient, however, am helping myself to all the full fat drinks ( milk) and food that I can without adding any weight, so far have lost 2 KG. Good luck with your journey, it's worth all the effort.

Johanna