Essay on Low Carbohydrate Versus Low Fat Diets

The nutritional dietary consumption of carbohydrates is between 55-75% for the vast majority of the global population as their main source of food intake and energy.  And the general populous continues to be misinformed by government agencies regarding what a normal, healthy diet, should be, as well as what a balanced diet looks like.  Eating a low-carb high-fat, or ketogenic, diet of high fat, adequate protein and low carbohydrates can provide many health benefits as compared to the alternative of an unhealthy diet. Research suggests that a ketogenic diet builds a healthier body than

As Alex Knapp wrote about in his article “Five Leadership Lessons from James T. Kirk,” leadership is about constantly learning, encouraging creativity and innovation, working with team members, and understanding the competition in order to lead better and lead to greater places. Knapp observed through Kirk’s actions that the knowledge required to lead is not necessarily all the information that is needed to be an accomplished leader. A good leader will also have people on their team that contradict their views, as Knapp implied, in order to get a better perspective of the problem. Being a good leader also encompasses working with lower positions and experiencing the different types of work so that the leader will earn the workers’ trust and

No fat diets can actually do more harm than good. The body needs moderation of all energy producing macronutrients; fats, carbohydrates and proteins. By not eating any fat, the body starts to utilize the fats stored in the body, thus depleting the stores and people lose weight. However, once those stores are gone, the good fats or HDL’s, are no longer able to filter out the bad cholesterol. This can lead to increased cholesterol levels in the blood and heart disease. A no fat diet also causes poor vitamin absorption of the necessary fat soluble vitamins A, D, E and K. Fats transport those vitamins from the liver to various parts of the body.

fats. This diet also proves problematic in that most foods advertised as ‘low fat’ are often very

When reading about some of the diet I was familiar with, I began speaking to my 50 year old aunt, whom revealed that she had struggle with dieting most of her adult life. After making a complete list of the diets she has tried, some common factors were present. In every diet there are many risk factors that could possibly occur, such as relapse. In the quote “Eat less fat and you will be less fat” is the main reason the diets that most people try don’t work because most nutritional value is lost this book gives you the truth about myths and misconceptions that many diet

Being fit and skinny has become an obsession for many people. A kind of obsession that leads them to cross limits which injure their health. Moreover, many diets and programs are being invented by the profit oriented companies who promise to help to lose weight in a short amount of time. Most of the times, these diets are based on pure results, which violate the recommended dietary guidelines. The Atkins diet is one of the famous weight loss diets which is based on a low carbohydrate concept. It requires a person to consume high fat and high protein diet and decreasing the carbohydrate intake to minimal. Robert Atkins, the inventor of the Atkins Diet claims that, this program will produce fast and long term weight loss results. The claim

Proper nutrition is important in maintaining a long and healthy life. Most Americans are rushed due to their busy work schedules, and do not take the time to plan their diets properly. Like me, most Americans are unaware of the importance of eating a healthy diet and consume too many foods without the proper nutrients. Throughout my life I have been fortunate. I have not had any major health problems, and have been able to consume most foods without having to worry about gaining weight. These last two years, however, I started to gain weight and have become concerned with my diet. Changing my poor eating habits has been difficult for me, however, having this assignment has taught me that it is not as difficult as I previously

There are several varieties of low-carb diets out there. There's the Atkins Diet, the South Beach Diet, the Protein Power, the Sugar Busters, Zone, and dozens of others. The one thing that all of these weight loss diets have in common is that rather than counting calories or fat grams, carbohydrates are counted or controlled. Consuming fewer carbohydrates will cause weight loss is the premise on which low-carb diets are based.

Typical low-carb diets do not work long-term because they contain too many calories. They also require you to avoid carbohydrates for the rest of your life, which quickly leaves most people feeling deprived and unsatisfied. Eating should be pleasurable, not stressful. Even worse, low carb diets can wreck your metabolism and damage your health. Traditional low carb diets ban fruits and certain vegetables.

Subject Area This thesis proposal falls under the umbrella of theological ethics. Specifically, the role of ecclesiology as a critical component of theological ethics. Thesis Statement

For the past thirty years, we’ve been instructed that a low-fat, high-carb diet is the best way to lose weight or maintain a healthy lifestyle. In 1955, US President Dwight Eisenhower suffered a heart attack, and worked with his chief physician to encourage Americans to cut down on fat and cholesterol, stating that this would be the best way to avoid future heart disease. The first official government dietary guidelines were published in 1980, and they too advised Americans to limit fat and increase carbs.

The Book of Job and Aesop’s Fables, despite their stark differences in characters, style, and rhetoric, both share similar themes, including love, loss, and the importance of lending a helping hand. “The Shepard and the Lion,” demonstrates how imperative it is to take the time to assist others. In the fable, the Shepard removes a thorn from the lion’s paw. “Later on the Shepard was falsely accused of a crime and at the next public games…thrown to beasts,” (p.626). However, the lion recognizes the Shepard and in the end, the lion is spared and the man set free. When one takes time to helps those in need, it is likely that others will be willing to do the same when you are in need. Although, this lesson is not plainly stated in the Book of Job, the actions of Job indicate the importance of helping others, even if they seem undeserving.

A person that is on a low-fat diet: eats less food; satisfies hunger; fills the stomach; and diminishes the desire to eat. In a low-fat diet, there is also less risk of a heart attack and/or stroke. The low-fat diet can also prevent and/or reduce the risk of high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and cancer. In other words, prevents many illnesses. Some of the low-fat diet foods include vegetables and fruits that are very important to the human body. The low-fat diet helps a person maintain a healthy weight and reduce the risk of illnesses.

One of the reasons for this is that low-carb diets tend to get rid of excess water from the body. Because they lower insulin levels, the kidneys start shedding excess sodium, leading to rapid weight loss in the first week or two.” Low-carb diets can actually lower blood sugar and insulin levels while helping to treat diabetes, Gunnars states, “by cutting carbohydrates, you remove the need for a lot of insulin. Both blood sugars and insulin go way down. The best way to lower blood sugar and insulin levels is to reduce carbohydrate consumption. This is also a very effective way to treat and possibly even reverse type II diabetes.” Another great health benefit to going on a low-carb diet is that it will also lower your blood pressure, which lowers your chances of getting a stroke or heart attack. “Low-carb diets are very effective at lowering blood triglycerides, which are fat molecules in the blood and a well known risk factor for heart disease,” says Gunnars, and this is because carb consumption elevates blood triglyceride levels. HDL and LDL are referred to the two types of cholesterol; HDL is considered good, and LDL bad. “HDL carries cholesterol away from the body and to the liver, where it can be reused or excreted. One of the best ways to increase HDL levels is to eat fat… and low-carb diets include a lot of fat,” says Gunnars. So by increasing the

Connecting with lower blood pressure up above, carbs can also reduce the stress on a person, activating certain chemicals in the brain. To study this, a test was devised by Dr. Grant Brinkworth, an Australian researcher. About 106 dieters were followed for a year, with one half eating a diet rich in carbohydrates, and the other going on a low-carb diet. When the year was up, the first half reported feeling happier and calmer, whereas the second group felt anxious and stressed