Hi Protein/Low (NOT NO) Carb Diet

I have had a request to post my protein diet. First it is important to keep in mind it is not a NO carb diet. Fruits and Veggies are very important. Low starch veggies and low sugar fruits are best and help keep blood sugar in check (I have lists if you are interested in specifics). Also foods both high in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids help you feel full (not necessary to go hungry on this diet).
The basic parameters are: 80-100 grams of protein a day. 80-160 grams of carbs per day. 64 oz of water. 1200 calories for women per day and 1800 for men (a bit adjustable according to your weight, age and height etc.) Each single food item you eat should be no more than 25 carbs and no more than 12 sugars. 

It is a challenge (but not impossible)to get the needed protein and keep the calories down without special meal replacement bars and drinks. I have several sources for these. If anyone is interested email me or call (Katie has my #) and we can talk specifics. I have hunted extensively for protein bars that you can buy off the shelf in stores around Ogden and most are very high in carbs.

So the ideal is 4 protein items (meal replacement high protein bars/drinks/snacks) spread out during the day and then a sensible balanced dinner. It is possible to tweek it to what works for your lifestyle. The important part is getting 80 grams of proteins, limiting starchy carbs while including plenty of fruits and veggies, keeping calories in check and drinking plenty of water.

I know several people that it has worked wonders for, 3 are co-workers that have lost 40, 75 and 100 lbs. My teenage daughter lost 35 lbs on it. After these past 4 1/2 months of struggling to get anything to work for me I have gone back to this because it worked for me in the past. Maybe there is hope for a few more pounds coming off  before July 1st if I can just keep my hands out of the cookie jar and stop driving to Jakes for "over the top shakes." 
Sue