Low Carb Diet Leads To Increased Weight Loss

Simply because of the change in metabolism and the extra muscle tissue the body will burn a much higher amount of calories which will directly result in an increased weight loss. Although this might not be your goal and if it isn't you need to increase your calorie intake if trying to maintain weight as this type of diet will naturally cause you to burn more calories.

Increased fat breakdown from the belly region

Its a well known fact that we cant choose where you burn fat from for example you could do a hundred sit ups a day but still not change the belly fat in that region. But many studies have shown that when you have a higher amount of protein the body chooses to burn stored fat from this region which is known as visceral fat as its the fat that is surrounding the organs. It is in this area of the body that determines our health and well being so any way to reduce the fat in this area is definitely a plus.

Increased levels of HDL (Good cholesterol)

HDL stands for high density lipoprotein which is known as the good cholesterol. HDL is found in huge quantities in many protein rich foods such as read meat and they are essential as they carry cholesterol away from the body and deliver it to the liver to be excreted and broken down lowering the risk of heart disease and blood pressure problems.

But too much saturated fat increases LDL (bad cholesterol) so try to pick foods carefully.

Decreased blood sugar levels

When you eat carbohydrates it is broken down and metabolized into sugar and absorbed into the blood stream and becomes glucose. If glucose levels become too high it is very dangerous and in response to increased sugar levels the body realises insulin, this insulin disperses the sugar and burn it or store it and stops it from spiking.

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By decreasing the amount of carbohydrates you consume it actually lowers the blood sugar levels and stops the body from having to work very hard at releasing insulin and combating the spike.

In conclusion, there are obviously some health risks associated with changing your diet so make sure you seek medical advice if you have any long term illness or have any concerns. But there are so many benefits associated with a high protein diet that you should really give it a go if you are trying to lose weight or gain muscle. Combine this diet with an exercise plan and you will see some drastic changes. Try to consume most of your calories early on in the day and less in the evening meal as well to aid in weight loss.