Terminal, increasing carbs is usually a good idea when one is a) stalled b)not eating enough of them to begin with and c) exercising quite intensely. However, not all carbs are created equal. Increasing with 10g of vegetables is not the same as eating 10g of grains.

Using high fiber vegetables and fruits to increase your carbs will not significantly effect insulin levels as most of these are low GI (glycemic index). The fiber will also slow down how quickly they are apsrobed by your body further reducing their impact on insulin levels.

Cutting down on exercise doesn't mean slacking off It doesnt have to be black or white. Go for a long walk. Lift some weights. Find something of a lower intensity and do that for a while. Give your body a rest.

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