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In the Low Carb Rules, we believe that a low-carb, healthy-fat (LCHF) diet is the ideal way for us to eat as humans. The health benefits associated with this lifestyle are numerous and literally awe-inspiring. You’ve probably heard that this is a good way to lose excess weight… and you’d be right!
Here are the low carb rules for those who begin their journey.
Eat when you're hungry. This may mean skipping traditional meals and not snacking.
Stop when you are full. Don't be afraid to leave part of your meal if you are full.
Eat plenty of good fats, moderate amounts of protein and LOW carbs.
Eat real food. Fresh produce, not packaged!
Get quality sleep. Turn off TVs, cell phones, etc., and focus on refocusing.
This is not a diet! LCHF eating is a lifestyle, with a huge community of supportive people.
See Also:
Low carb fruits
Beware of Grains
Sweeteners in the Low Carb Diet
Low carb rules | The food
- Eat plenty of “good fats” and high-fat foods.
- Butter
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Coconut oil
- MCT Oil
- Ghee butter
- Avocado oil
- Lard / Tallow
- Eggs, especially the yolks
- Bacon & Bacon Fat
- Macadamia oil
- Full fat cream (double cream or heavy cream)
- Low-fat cheeses (Low Carb)
- Homemade high fat sauces including Hollandaise, Béarnaise, Peppercorn Creppery etc.
Low Carb Rules | Eat Lots of These Low-Carb Fruits and Vegetables
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- pepper
- Avocado
- Celery
- Zucchini
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Chard
- Tomatoes
- Mushrooms
- Asparagus
- Pepper
- Brussels sprouts
- Green leaves
Low carb rules | Eat moderate amounts of protein.
- Meat
- Chicken (especially with the skin)
- Bacon
- Pork (especially Crackling)
- Venison
- Organ meats
- Organic eggs (boiled, buttered, poached, etc.)
- Fish
- Lamb
- Eat some of these higher carb ingredients.
- Berries
- Almonds
- nuts
- 70% and larger dark chocolate
- Pumpkin
- Onion
Low carb rules | Avoid these completely.
- Grains
- Bread
- Cereals
- Wheat flour
- Seed oils (sunflower oil, canola oil, corn oil, margarine and butter, etc.)
- Sugar (includes coconut sugar, palm sugar, honey, maple syrup, etc.)
- High Fructose Fruits
- Corn syrup
- Mass
- Potato and bran vegetables
- Vegetables
- Beans
- Dietary foods
- Processed foods
- GMO foods
- Trans Fats
- Anything “Low Fat”
- Beer
- Juices
- Soft drinks
- Milk
Low carb rules | What about alcohol? In moderation…
- Vodka (great with soda water and a slice of lemon)
- Occasional dry wine
- Gin
- Brandy
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