Why do they say to cut carbs?

[Anonymous]

Aren't carbohydrates what give u energy? So why do people say to cut them out when u diet to lose weight?

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+1 y

I workout at the gym so should I cut them out? My trainer told me its a good idea. I am not overweight at all though.

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+1 y

I am trying to lose more weigght though so could that be it? Do carbs stop weight loss?

[admles]

Cutting carbs forces your body to use another source for energy - in this case, stored bodyfat.

It takes a bit to get used to, however.

That said, there is no one diet that is suited for everyone. Some work well on low carbs, some need high carbs.

Experiment and find what works best for you.

[AdamThomas]

Yeah you get most of your energy from carbs, but you also get energy from fat too. That's why your body stores fat as a reserve of energy. When aren't eating enough carbs to fuel your activity guess what your body burns?

[Anonymous]

Because if you don't use all that energy then it gets stored into fat.

[aoifeislovable]

Yeah they give you energy, but also contain a huge amount of calories

[dogbert444]

There are many websites that will show you the best ratios for carbs, protein, fruit and veg, dairy and fats. Stick with them for a balanced diet. Use wholewheat and low fat products if you can. Watch out for added sugar, though.

[ConsultantIsBack]

Carbs are complicated, and they are NOT evil. However, a "keto" low carb diet is very effective for me to chisel up really quickly. I'm running that diet right now actually.

[truthhammer]

dont without knowin your requirements

because its carbs we eat extra of that gets us fat.

about 50percejt of caloies should be from carbs

[Anonymous]

It's just another word for saying.. Stop eating so much fatass! Don't eat so much if you're just gonna lie there and watch tv. Energy for nothing, transformed into fats

[Asker]

But I go to the gym and I am not overweight so why did my trainer say it was a good idea?

[Opinion Owner]

well he did say cut it down, which means reduce. You are probably eating way more carbs than you should. Way more calories... However do not stop eating carbs. Eat proportionally.