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Will Cutting Carbs Reduce Belly Fat?
There are multiple studies showing that cutting carbs may help to reduce belly fat, at least among certain populations. Sometimes this is also related to reducing simple carbs but increasing fiber, or increasing protein intake. However, you cannot spot treat belly fat with any particular diet, and any form of sensible diet and exercise will eventually reduce belly fat. What are Carbs? Carbs (short for carbohydrates) are one of the three major macronutrients. Macronutrients are nutrients that your body needs in large amounts in order to survive. The other types of macronutrients are fat and protein. Carbs are made up of sugars, starches, and fibers. The digestive system breaks down…
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How Does Cutting Out Carbs Feel?
For some people, cutting out carbs results in increased energy, reduced hunger, and feeling stronger, while for others it can result in constipation, headache, and muscle cramps. I have some experience with low carb diets myself. I lost probably about 25-30 pounds on one a year or so ago. It was the “diet of hope” that my mom told me about. It is a pretty restrictive diet, high in protein, and very low in carbs. You’re only supposed to eat a little bit of cheese twice a week or so, and you’re not supposed to eat things like nuts until you get to the later, more lenient stage of the…
