Energy balance and carb-insulin model

There is an ongoing debate about what theory best explains weight gain — is it the energy balance model or the carbohydrate insulin model. If you are trying to succeed with long term healthy weight loss, should you care about the specifics of each of these models and which is "right?" .

While this makes for an interesting scientific debate, the key is to find the practical solution that helps you with long term health success. Let's dig into how to figure this out for you.

Ketonia dietitian expert

Carbs Or Calories: What Should You Focus On For Weight Loss? Whether that approach is via calorie or carbohydrate counting, the decision to eat healthier is a good thing. Keep these thoughts in mind for each approach: If you choose low-calorie, avoid cutting your calories too drastically in an effort to lose weight more quickly. This will make you feel weak. Additionally, your body has protective mechanisms that may prevent you from losing weight if you eat too little

Also, Your attention may be drawn away from monitoring your nutrient intake if you count calories.Another way to lose weight is to count carbohydrates; however, this method has the drawback of concentrating just on one macronutrient. The other two macronutrients, proteins and fats, must also be monitored in addition to carbohydrates. If you decide to count carbohydrates, you will still need to determine your average daily calorie intake and the percentage of carbohydrates in your diet.

Your nutritional needs may increase based on your height, weight, and daily exercise. Thus, when it comes to losing weight, the best approach is to talk to a dietitian first to establish a healthy calorie and carbohydrate intake for your health.

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