Thu, Jul-10-03, 09:50
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Plan: Atkins / OWL
Stats: 260/208/190
BF:
Progress: 74%
Location: Bixby, OK
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Originally Posted by Rick88
Hi Tracy,
I realize all that but what causes the insulin in the blood is eating carbs (especially carbs that are high on the glycemic index) and almonds only have 2 carbs/oz and are low on the GI. That's why I can't understand why they aren't allowed during the first 2 weeks of induction. Also, why are they not allowed during the 1st 2 weeks of induction but ARE allowed if you stay on induction past 2 weeks?
Rick
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Rick,
Nuts are very high in calories and fat. Especially during Induction, cravings are not always under control. It's way too easy to overdo it with Nuts when your cravings aren't controlled.
Also, Nuts often contain mold, which can encourage candida growth.
I think Atkins says to omit them to prove that "atkins works" and that anyone can lose weight on the diet.
Best to leave them out, at first, I think. |