diets

Question 1

issues to consider when assessing contemporary weight loss

Answer 1

• are they nutritially adequate?
• do they produce weight loss for everyone?
• do they comply with healthy guidelines?

Question 2

what is the physiology behind high fat and low carb

Answer 2

• high insulin = diabetes
• I:G ratio is decreased
• blood sugar determines which of these hormones prevail

Question 3

atkins diet how much % of fat

Answer 3

60-65%

Question 4

what are the 4 phases of atkins diet

Answer 4

 Phase 1: Keto diet -> very little carb (20-25 grams of carb), very stricted
 Phase 2: Can induce ketosis for some people. 25-50grams of carbs. Has seed and leafy vegetables included in the diet
 Phase 3: 50-80g of carb -> low carb diet
 Phase 4 : 80-100 grams of carbs more liberal low fat diet

Question 5

harm atkins diet

Answer 5

high sat
low fiber and vit B

Question 6

benefits atkins diet

Answer 6

low in added sugars
improve quality diet
weight loss