Do you think that a low carbohydrate diet is necessary for weight loss?

[Bonita]

The answer is NO! Our bodies need carbohydrates for proper brain function. The result of consuming a low carb diet can also include loss of muscle tissue, hypoglycemia episodes and low energy levels throughout the day. The loss of muscle tissue is a result of the body trying to find fuel anywhere to provide energy for necessary functions. The muscle tissue is stripped down to amino acids that will be used for energy in place of sugar. The hypoglycemic episodes are a result of the body not having sufficient carbohydrates and not being able to get enough out of the muscle fast enough. The result is either passing out or eating junk foods until you feel normal again. When you deprive your body of fuel, you may feel sluggish, low energy and in general will be less motivated to do tasks, or even irritable. The best thing to do is to stay adequately "carb’ed up" throughout the day.