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How Much Carbohydrate?
Answered By WLR Dietitian
Q I’ve lost 4 stone and have another 8 stone to go. I’m new
to WLR and think it’s fantastic, but it’s made me realise I
might be having too many carbohydrates. Normally my fat intake
provides about 20 percent of my calories and my carbs around
60-65 percent. Is this OK?
A If you’re sticking to your
calorie allowance and losing weight
at your chosen rate, then it’s absolutely fine. However, I suggest
you do a mental check to ensure that most of the carbs in your diet are coming
from starchy, high-fibre foods rather than sugary, refined foods.
This means making sure you’re not eating too many biscuits, cakes,
sweets, chocolate, sugary drinks, preserves and sweet pastries –
foods that generally contain sugar but few nutrients. Instead, make
sure your carbs are coming from foods like wholegrain cereals and
breads, wholewheat pasta, brown rice, fruit, veg and pulses. All of
these foods are low in fat and packed with a range of nutrients
needed for good health.
You can keep track of how your healthy eating plan is going,
with the Weight Loss Resources online food diary.
Try it free for 24 hours.
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