Low Carb Diet Recipes

diet The obesity problem is really concerning to many in healthcare.  It is estimated that in the U.S., more than 1 out of 4 adults is obese, and nearly 2 of 3 adults is overweight.  Look at these statistics and concerns:

It’s an epidemic that needs to be treated seriously:

If you are part of the struggling obese and want to change, consult your physician about starting a diet and exercise/activity program.  It must come from deep inside you and be part of your life forever!  It can’t be a fad to lose a few pounds, then go back to “normal”!  OWN your diet and exercise plan!

As an obese teen, I can tell you it was a challenge being picked on by everyone at school and feeling so low.  Luckily for me, I learned to love vegetables and made them a staple, and got into an activity program that I absolutely love.

lowcarb1In this post, I discuss the low carb diet and recipes you can try and own for yourself.  The low carb diet is one I have never really embraced, but my mother inspires me as she continues to stay lean and mean on her diet.  Perhaps this plan is one you can own for yourself!

Here is some information about this diet from some of my favorite sources:

Mom wanted me to share some places where she got some pretty amazing and tantalizing recipes:

Also, check out these blogs on wordpress:

…and this on pinterest:

Let’s get the stats down to a manageable size (pun intended!)!!

Happy dieting!

2 thoughts on “Low Carb Diet Recipes”

  2. Harriet,
    When reviewing your question on heavy metals in vegetables, especially ones like Kale and Broccoli; I found that many green leafy vegetables have a tendency to attract and absorb heavy metals. This can be especially concerning for those vegetables that are grown in a location that is near any form of manufacturing plant. We need to be concerned with the elements that are air born from these manufactoring plants and fall to the nearby soil, where the vegetables will be raised.
    Another concern is that storm water and grey water irrigation can cause some green leafy items to have higher than normal levels of dangerous heavy metals. Therefore, perhaps it is best to eat in moderation and/or know the type of garden/farm the plant was raised, including how it was irrigated.
    The studies I examined revealed some heavy metals are needed by the human body as micronutrients, but in abnormal levels can cause catastrophic events, such as death. The studies also showed lead as the heaviest metal that is absorbed by our wonderful green leafy foods.

    Be careful on how much you consume…Too much of anything can be bad.

    You can review the articles below for more in-depth information, if you like.

    Studies:
    Men’s Fitness.(2015). Should You Stop Eating Kale Salad Every Day?. Retrieved from http://www.mensfitness.com/nutrition/what-to-eat/should-you-stop-eating-kale-salad-every-day
    The Huffington Post UK. (2015). Why Kale Could Be Harming Your Health. Retrieved from http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2015/07/17/hidden-health-dangers-kale-dangerous-metals_n_7816434.html
    Tom, M., Fletcher, T., & McCarthy, D. (2014). Heavy Metal Contamination of Vegetables Irrigated by Urban Stormwater: A Matter of Time?. Plos ONE, 9(11), e112441. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0112441.http://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0112441

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