Is a low carbohydrate diet effective for weight loss?

A low-carbohydrate diet involves excluding or limiting your intake of foods high in carbohydrates. This can include healthy and nutritious carbohydrates such as whole grains, legumes, and even some fruits and vegetables.

Carbohydrates are an essential part of a balanced diet. In addition, in their absence, the brain interrupts its regulation of serotonin, a chemical element that promotes good mood. A diet that limits carbohydrate intake can also increase your risk of consuming too much bad fat.

The WW program is flexible by allowing you to include high carbohydrate products like bread and pasta; on the other hand, these will generally count more SmartPoints® units than vegetarian foods or foods containing lean protein. You will find that your Budget SmartPoints will naturally push you to make more balanced food choices. You may therefore naturally reduce carbohydrate intake in your diet.

While a carbohydrate-limiting diet can actually result in weight loss, there is also a risk of nutritional deficiencies that can lead to long-term negative consequences for the digestive system.

A low-carbohydrate diet involves consuming fewer carbohydrates and more fat. Like a ketogenic diet, this method focuses on excluding foods high in sugars and starches, such as rice, beans, bread, and potatoes.

Can we stay the course for the long term?

In addition to flexibility in your food choices, WW’s program also incorporates more exercise and aims to change your mindset by developing healthy habits. This approach that goes beyond diet alone will generate results in your weight, but also in your life at large.