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What Is the  SLOW-CARB DIET?

By Neeyaz Zolfaghari
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Carbohydrates are a necessary macronutrient and act as our body’s main source of energy. They help fuel your brain (the brain accounts for 25% of the body’s carbohydrate use), kidneys, muscles, and the central nervous system. Carbs are naturally occurring sugars, starches, and fiber in food. These starches and sugars are broken down through digestion to form glucose, providing energy and giving power to all body functions. But you already knew that, so let’s get into what a slow-carb diet means.

Carbohydrates are classified into two main categories: simple and complex. When choosing carbohydrates, think about how much fiber they will provide.

Simple carbohydrates have low fiber content, such as processed foods. These carbohydrates are rapidly digested, causing a spike in blood sugar levels, which increases the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and obesity.

Complex carbohydrates have high fiber content, such as whole grains, beans, fruits, and vegetables. Digested slowly to keep us fuller longer, these carbohydrates help reduce health risks and have higher levels of vitamins and minerals.

Disclaimer: if you have an eating disorder, this might be triggering.

The Slow-Carb Diet basics:

Created by Tim Ferriss, The Slow-Carb Diet was created with the intention of helping people lose weight in a short amount of time.

The principles:
• Follow the diet six days a week, eating very low-carb meals.
• On the seventh day, eat whatever you want.
• Don’t eat any fruit, dairy, “white” carbs, or certain vegetables.

The pros:

• Because this diet is very restrictive, making caloric intake significantly low, the body will lose weight at a fast (although less sustainable) rate.

• The diet eliminates processed foods, drinks, and low-nutrient foods. This rule encourages having fridges full of clean, nutrient-dense foods.

• The single day of unrestricted eating keeps people from feeling deprived of their favorite foods; however, that can also present as a drawback.

The cons:

The Slow-Carb Diet is a fad and restrictive diet, making it bound for more cons than pros.

• Those on the diet will be able to lose weight, but the moment they reintroduce the removed food groups, they’ll likely regain the lost weight and possibly gain more.

• Because it is so restrictive, the diet does not allow for variety in food choices. Lack of variety can contribute to food boredom and nutrient and mineral deficiencies.

• Having a single day of unrestricted eating can create a negative relationship with food and train someone to label foods as “good” or “bad.” Instead, create healthy relationships with all foods and allow for occasional indulgences, without guilt.

• Eliminating fruits and certain vegetables could lead to an inadequate intake of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. A decrease in fiber can lead to irregularity and constipation.

• When we are not consuming enough carbohydrates, our bodies are forced to use fat and protein for energy—neither of which is an efficient energy source.

Carbohydrates are essential to a well-rounded, healthy diet. The key is to choose a beneficial type, pay attention to portions, build a plate with color and variety, have quality sources of protein and fats, and be mindful of processed food intake.

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Neeyaz Zolfaghari is the founder of Unspoken Nutrition, a nutrition and lifestyle business aimed at helping others find harmony and balance with the full body and self. Her journey began over a decade ago, when she was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. Her path toward healing broadened her passion for holistic healing practices. Now as an international nutrition and lifestyle coach, Neeyaz gives her clients the support, guidance, and tools they need in order to live a fulfilled and balanced life.

The content provided in this article is provided for information purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice and consultation, including professional medical advice and consultation; it is provided with the understanding that Poosh, LLC (“Poosh”) is not engaged in the provision or rendering of medical advice or services. The opinions and content included in the article are the views of the author only, and Poosh does not endorse or recommend any such content or information, or any product or service mentioned in the article. You understand and agree that Poosh shall not be liable for any claim, loss, or damage arising out of the use of, or reliance upon any content or information in the article.

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