Low Carbohydrate Diet

A low carbohydrate diet is a form of dieting in which intake of carbohydrates is restricted. Foods that are rich in carbohydrates are replaced with foods that are rich in fat and protein. A low carbohydrate diet is indicated to reduce body weight and in some health conditions like diabetes, non-alcoholic fatty liver disorder, polycystic ovarian syndrome, etc.

  
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Kindly list out the foods recommended for a vegan to get energy.

Query: Hello doctor, I am seeking experts to comment on low-carb diets. What is the complete macronutrient breakdown for a typical low-carb diet? How much fat should you eat on a low-carb diet? How much protein should you eat on a low-carb diet? We are looking for suggestions on vegan foods for energy. ...  Read Full »


Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query. In general, a person requires 1500 to 2000 calories per day. Carbohydrates, in general, can fulfill approximately 50% of our daily calorie requirements. People should usually take around approximately 7 to 11 oz of carbs daily. But if someone...  Read Full »

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