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There’s no doubt that reducing your carbs can help you lose weight…and fast. This is because your body’s preferred source of energy is carbohydrates, when you limit your carbs, your body turns to burning fat as fuel. However, what happens when you’ve reached your weight loss goals and want to start eating more carbs again? Is there a way to keep the weight off?
Fortunately, the answer is yes, but you must commit to living a healthier lifestyle. Here are a few tips to keep the weight off after a low carb diet.
From LiveStrong.com
Step 1
Follow a nutrition maintenance plan that includes lean proteins, complex carbohydrates and healthy fats. Consume lean proteins like low-fat dairy, lean cuts of steak, poultry, eggs and fish to aid in tissue repair and muscle recovery. Eat complex carbohydrates like fruits, whole grains like breads and pastas, brown rice, oatmeal and vegetables and healthy fats like olive oil, nuts, seeds, salmon and avocado as fuel for energy.
Step 2
Stay away from unhealthy foods that can trigger weight gain. This includes foods high in refined sugars like white breads, cake or cookies. Also, avoid processed foods like frozen dinners and boxed meals that are packed with refined sugars, saturated and trans-fats and sodium.
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