Low carbohydrate dietary programs are considered by people who want to control their weight or they are undergoing treatment for obesity. Theses diets are also considered for other health conditions such as diabetes and epilepsy.
In a typical low carbohydrate diet, the consumption of carbohydrates is restricted to 20 to 60 grams per day or less than 20 percent of the daily calorie intake. The consumption of protein and fat is increased to keep the total calorie intake same.
Meats:
- Beef
- Pork
- Poultry
- Fish
- Shellfish
Fruits and Vegetables:
- Cauliflower
- Green beans
- Artichokes
- Spinach
- Jicama
- Broccoli
- Yellow squash
- Zucchini
Dairy:
- Heavy whipping cream
- Half & Half
- Sour cream
- Cottage cheese
- Cheeses
- Cream cheese
- Real butter
