What do you think of a regular lower carb diet without doing ketosis?

[jennifer_bloom]

I don't like the idea of ketosis cause most people say the weight loss is not permanent unless you stay on the diet for the rest of your life. There are also other methods of weight loss that allow more freedom in what you eat. It's hard to guarantee the health of your meat unless you live driving distance from a butcher that deals with grass fed beef. Salmon is a hit or miss since there are no salmon farms in my area and the fish might be imported from Asia which might swim in oil spills or contaminated waters due bio hazards in the ocean.

[DJB72]

Ketosis is just burning your body's fat reserves instead of the carbohydrate you're eating. Literally every diet of reduced calories puts your body into a state of ketosis.

You can lose weight and increase the amount of calories you take in. Hugh Jackman eats over 5000 calories a day to become Wolverine, but loses body fat to around 3% - average man is around 15-20% at his/my age (I'm about 30% and eat around 2000 calories daily but need to drop about 25lbs to be healthier)

The key is to enter ketosis until you reach your target, then monitor to increase your calorie intake until you just get out of the state, then hold it there.

Most people on reduced calories alone fail and regain 120% of the loss. Then repeat.

Don't diet. Change your lifestyle. It's the only thing - including surgery - that works long term.

[AI Opinion]

Hey, diving straight into the heart of the culinary world, I’ve always been fascinated by how diet impacts both our flavor experiences and overall wellness. A lower carb diet without diving into ketosis sounds like a practical approach to me, especially if you're not too keen on the strictness ketosis involves. It's all about balance, right? With a less strict low-carb diet, you're giving yourself more room to enjoy a variety of foods while still keeping an eye on your carb intake. Plus, it sounds like you're conscious about the quality of your food, which is half the battle when it comes to eating healthier. The challenges of sourcing quality meat and fish are real, but focusing on variety and balance can help mitigate these concerns. Incorporating plant-based proteins and seasonal local produce can also enrich your diet, making it more sustainable and enjoyable. Keep exploring and tweaking; the best diet is one that you can stick to and enjoy! 🥗🍣