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"Why Low Carbohydrate Food List is so Important?

It's Fundamental for YOUR Health To Eat Only Good Carbohydrates"




Can I use low carbohydrate food list to help myself somehow?


What exactly is causing obesity?


Why fat is stored in our bodies?


Generally speaking there is no easy answer for these questions, problem of obesity is very complicated, at least is as complicated as our bodies are... I would like to let you know that cosmic rockets are far easier to understand than our bodies!

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Our bodies are the most complicated "machines" in the world...


So if someone is saying: "if you want to lose weight it is enough if you cut dawn fats...bla..bla.." or "if you want to lose some fat don't eat carbohydrates, none, even 2 grams...bla..bla.." Don't listen to them, never! Those People don't know anything about nutrition, diets and foods. The truth is that carbohydrates are much more dangerous than fats but still there are some good ones and some bad ones, or in other words natural and unnatural carbohydrates. Low carbohydrate food list will help you choose the best ones.



"The Worst What YOU Can Do Is To Eat Big Quantities of Processed Carbohydrates"

"Your body is the baggage you must carry through life. The more excess the baggage, the shorter the trip." Arnold H. Glasgow


Pasta, rice, chips, corn flakes, sweet juices, cakes etc. for sure these foods will make you fat and truly unhappy. You may ask why is that? Because after your meal rich in carbohydrates, level of your blood insulin will be unnaturally high.

As we know insulin is a very important factor (but not only one) which is responsible for fat storage, building new tissues and finally gaining weight! On the other hand the best and healthiest is to eat of fresh natural carbohydrates like vegetables and some fruits; these will keep you in good shape long time. Low carbohydrate food list contains only natural fruits and vegetables.

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Vegetables are natural sources of carbohydrates

For you important ones are only natural not processed sources of carbohydrates, and those you will find on low carbohydrate food list, the bad ones are those which are not on this list, those which are manmade: pastas, bread, cookies, rice, potatoes etc.

(Today's rice and potatoes are not natural, very poor source of vitamins and minerals. Avoid them! there are much better sources of carbohydrates, not fattening carbohydrates. That's why rice and potatoes are not on Low Carbohydrate Food List. If you are a sportsmen this advice is not for you.)

You need to understand only one important thing, almost all natural sources of carbohydrates contains small quantity of carbohydrates, for example: vegetables have only few grams per 100g. Similar is with natural fresh fruits which also contains low amount of carbohydrates. But unfortunately unnatural fruits like many of today's oranges, bananas, apples etc. have much bigger quantities of carbohydrates than their wild brothers; this fact is very important, why?

because if you drinking daily about 1 L of orange juice,
no matter if is fresh or from concentrate, in fact you drink about 100-120 grams of carbohydrates! This is maximum daily amount for every one of us (excluding sportsmen's who sometimes need more, for them is separate high and low carbohydrate food list).

So try to imagine what is happening with your body when you
drink 1L of orange juice per day (or any sweet juice), then
you eat some genetically engineered fruits or sweet chocolate bars, chips or cakes, potatoes or rice, pizza or pasta, corn flakes or bread etc...

percent of overweight people

Percentage of overweight people...American Dream?


Disaster! If your diet looks like above you will be in trouble (if you are not already) believe me this is not a joke! If you want fully enjoy your life, longer than 60-70 years and if you want to see your grandchildren growing up, your diet must contain only healthy foods. So this is why low carbohydrate food list contains mainly vegetables. Vegetables have more vitamins and minerals and most importantly they have lower quantities of carbohydrates, or saying simply sugars.

(Meats don't have carbohydrates as well. Meat is a source of proteins and is on separate high protein food list. Similar is with fish and some dairy products)



"There Are Some Fruits on Low Carbohydrate Food List but Not Many of Them. Fruits Can't Be YOUR Main Food"

Fruits are good as a desserts or snacks but they can't be your main food. It is not true that vegetarians are very healthy. They have better health than people who eat "civilization diet" but vegetarians can't compete with people who eat real Human Diet. Good diet must provide all nutrients. Vegetarian diet can't do this because is not complete! There are no animal proteins and no animal fats which are very important for us.

We are not cows or rabbits and we are not tigers and lions...that's why we need animal and vegetable products.

"Vegetables are interesting but lack a sense of purpose when unaccompanied by a good cut of meat."
Fran Lebowitz


Ok, take a look at low carbohydrate list below; I believe that you will find this list very helpful.

"Low Carbohydrate Food List"



Vegetables: (low carbohydrate food list contains only non-starchy vegetables)

Asparagus; a serving of six cooked asparagus: 1 g dietary fiber, 490 IU vitamin A, 10 mg vitamin C and 131 mcg folate.

Avocado; vitamins: A, B-complex, C, E, H, K, folic acid. Minerals; magnesium, copper, iron, calcium, potassium and other trace elements. Avocados provide all of the essential amino acids, plus 7 fatty acids, including Omega 3 and 6.

Broccoli; rich in many nutrients such as calcium, vitamin C, folic acid and iron.

Beetroot; contains lots of folate, iron, potassium and some vitamin C.

Brussels; Vitamin A,Vitamin B1, thiamin, Vitamin B2, riboflavin
Vitamin B6, pyridoxine, Lots of Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Lots of Vitamin K, Manganese, Tryptophan, Copper.

Cabbage; contains important Vital Substances like Calcium, Magnesium, Iodine, Cink and Iron. Vitamin A, B, C, E, potassium and selen.

Carrots; is one of the richest sources of Vitamin A and Beta-Carotene. Rich in Vitamins: B, C, D, and K as well minerals such as calcium, potassium and magnesium.

Cauliflower; Cauliflower is an excellent source ofvitamins C and K. It is also a good source of potassium, fiber, phosphorus, trace mineral boron and B vitamins.

Celery; good source of boron, calcium, choline, folate, inositol, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, sulfur, vitamin A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, C, E, K, and zinc.

Chilli; an excellent source of vitamin C and capsaicin.

Coriander; rich source of dietary fiber and nutrients, such as iron, magnesium, and potassium. In addition, it supplies antioxidants that assist our bodies.

Chicory; good source of vitamin A, C, E, K, B6, B12, Folic Acid, Niacin, Riboflavin, Thiamin.

Cucumber; source of vitamin A, C, E, K, B6, B12, Folic Acid, Niacin, Riboflavin, Thiamin.

Leeks; supply potassium, some folic acid, beta-carotene (in the green stems) and vitamin C.

Lettuce; good source of Iron, Vitamin E, C, Copper, Chlorophyll, Biotin.

Mushrooms; great source of phosphorus, magnesium, potassium and selenium.

Onions; vitamin A, C, Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Phosphorus, Silicon, Sulfur, Iron, Sodium.

Parsnips; excellent source of vitamin C, B6, E, fiber, folic acid, pantothenic acid, riboflavin, copper, manganese. They also a very good source of niacin, thiamine,magnesium, potassium.

Parsley; contains three times as much vitamin C as citrus fruits, is good source of iron and an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A and folate.

Peppers; rich in vitamin C, A, B-complex and Zinc, rutin (bioflavonoid), beta carotene, iron, calcium and potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, sulphur, sodium and selenium.

Pumpkin; good source of vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), A, B6, C, thiamin, niacin, folate, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and a very good source of dietary fiber, riboflavin, potassium, copper, manganese.

Radishe; good source of riboflavin, vitamin C, B6, calcium, magnesium, copper and manganese, folate and potassium.

Spinach; vitamin A (beta carotene), B6, E, folic acid, potassium, zinc, magnesium, lutein (antioxidant).

Spring Greens; good source of vitamin A, C, E, K, B6, B12, Folic Acid, Niacin, Riboflavin, Thiamin.

Tomatoes; good source of vitamin C.

Turnips; excellent source of vitamins A, B6, C, E, folic acid, calcium, copper, fiber, and manganese.

Watercress; excellent source of vitamins B1, B2, B6, C, E, manganese, carotenes, fiber, iron, copper, and calcium.

Garlic; good source of phytochemicals (anti-cancer nutrients), calcium, folate, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, vitamin B1, B2, B3, C, and zinc.

Generally speaking green vegetables are the richest source of vitamins and minerals, they very important part of Low Carbohydrate Food List.

Berries are the healthiest fruits

Berries, the best fruits on Low Carbohydrate Food List


Fruits: (low carbohydrate food list contains only non-starchy fruits)

Acai

Blackberries

Blueberries

Strawberries

Gooseberries

Loganberries

Raspberries

Boysenberries

Black grapes

White grapes

Cranberries and all known berries. Berries are the best fruits, they are very good source of antioxidants such as:

ellagitannins, procyanidins, anthocyanins, vitamin C, resveratrol (red grapes), proanthocyanidins, gallic acid, catechins, ellagic acid, ferulic acid, procyanidins.

These antioxidants are very helpful in fight with cancer and CHD (coronary heart disease). That's why berries are extremely important part of anticancer diet and key part of Low Carbohydrate Food List.

One of the best weapons against aging process is to eat large quantities of berries and supplementing vitamin C. More about vitamin C and correct supplementation you can read here.

Plums; good source of vitamin A and vitamin K, and a very good source of vitamin C.

Grapefruit; good source of potassium, very good source of vitamin A and C.

Currants (white and red); good source of vitamin C, dietary fiber and potassium.

Melons; good source of dietary fiber, niacin, folate, vitamin B6, A, C and potassium.

Peaches; good source of vitamin A, C, niacin and potassium.

Pears; good source of vitamin B2, C, E, copper, potassium and pectin.

Pineapple; good source of dietary fiber, thiamin, vitamin B6, C, copper, manganese.

Cherries; good source of vitamin C, A, bioflavonoids, ellagic acid, perillyl, anthocyanins, melatonin.

Rhubarb; good source of magnesium, potassium, vitamin C, K, calcium and manganese.

Apples; good source of dietary fiber, pectin and vitamin C.

Apricots; excellent source of betacarotene (vitamin A), vitamin C, iron, potassium and dietary fiber.

All vegetables and fruits presented in Low Carbohydrate Food List above you can use in your kitchen with peace of mind, they are the best ones, they are rich in vitamins, antioxidants, minerals and they are very tasty.

Berries are number ONE product from low carbohydrate food list!

Natural fruits will keep YOU lean.

Natural fruits will keep YOU lean. Eat only fruits from Low Carbohydrate Food List


"These Fruits and Vegetables Will Not Make You Fat or Sick
YOU Can Eat Them as Much as YOU Like"

"Now good digestion wait on appetite, And health on both!" William Shakespeare


These fruits and vegetables will not make you fat or sick, they are safe and very good to your body, you can eat them as much as you like... but remember that fruits like apples, pears or oranges contains many carbohydrates and if you want to lose some weight really fast you should limit yourself to only one or two sweet fruits per day.

IMPORTANT ADVICE: When you need to lose some weight avoid all starchy vegetables and fruits, instead eat fruits and vegetables from Low Carbohydrate Food List. You will be surprised how fast you will burn out excess of body fat.

Learn how much you can from this list, eat only healthy foods, you deserved! I wish you great reading and wonderful health results.

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To Be Vegetarian, or Not to Be?

This is one of hottest questions these days. Vegetarianisms is now very popular, many people strongly believe that this is good way to go. But vegetarianism is not encoded in our genes and we will never achieve optimal health and life span if our prime food will come only from plant world.


There is no point to stop eating of meats and animal fats. Of course we should eat only free range and organic meats if possible (better mineral and vitamin content). Red meat, game meat, poultry and fish and any other animal products are rich in minerals, vitamins, coenzymes and proteins. If you want to be healthy and live long and happy life meat should be on your plate at least two times a week.

Of course there are some vegetarians in good shape but nothing is better than red meat proteins, coenzymes and minerals. Weston Price while travelling around the world noticed that in areas where meat was quite easily available people were much healthier, bigger and stronger than in other more veggie areas. That is fact from real life, not from laboratory.


Healthy Meat

Our human evolution started about 7 million years ago and through all these years we were omnivores, plant and meat eaters. In general we can say that our main food was meat (fatty and lean), fish, many greens and roots, some ripe and sour fruits (not those sweet modern fruits loaded with sugars) and insects. Seven million years of meat eating is very long time, we evolved on meat and fats!




Healthy meat is the best source of high quality proteins









"The doctor of the future will no longer treat the human frame with drugs, but rather will cure and prevent disease with nutrition."

Thomas Edison


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