The Low Carb Debate

Not surprisingly there are certain arguments that are being presented against low carb diets and ultimately there are also moves to debunk the low carb diet philosophy.

In fact, in 2004 a Canadian court made a ruling that foods that are sold in the country are prohibited from being marketed with reduced or no carbohydrate content. 

This is because, as the court ruled, carbohydrates have been seen as having no health risks. The ruling also stated that all packaging that has an indication of “low carb” or “no carb” be phased out by 2006.

Konjac Rice Meal

Health Concerns

According to some critics and detractors of the low carb diet philosophy there are side effects to following this diet regimen. 

Some of the side effects of consuming low amounts of carbohydrates include ketosis. This is a certain metabolic state that is characterized by headaches, nausea, tiredness, dehydration, and dizziness.

There is also the emanation of a sweet-smelling breath odor. 

There is also a chance of constipation because dietary fiber is usually cut down in the prepared dishes. 

In fact, because of the prevalence of constipation among Atkins Diet followers, there is now a clear guideline for the addition of fiber supplements during the induction stage.

Meat Protein

Changing Calories

The cutting down of calories that are taken from carbohydrates and replacing them with calories taken from meat may also increase the likelihood of raising the intake of both saturated fat and cholesterol and this could increase your chances of getting heart disease.

It has also been a contention that with the lessened carbohydrate and increased protein intake the kidneys will have to work harder to flush out impurities in the body.

There is also a marked change in the acidity levels of the blood which can result in bone loss.

The Bottom Line

But according to trials made to prove the hypothesis, there was no evidence that following a low carb diet will damage the kidney or result in bone density loss.


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