Diet Low Carb - 1700 kcal

ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONS

ADDITIONAL DIET INFORMATION

A low-carb diet is based on principles that naturally support appetite control, metabolic improvement, and more effective weight management. In this approach, the quality of calories and their impact on the body are more important than their exact number.

Natural Appetite Regulation

1. Increased satiety: A low-carb meal plan typically includes more protein and healthy fats, which are significantly more filling than carbohydrates. As a result, hunger occurs less frequently and calorie intake often decreases naturally—without conscious restriction.
2. Stable blood sugar levels: Low-carb meals minimize blood sugar fluctuations, helping to prevent sudden hunger spikes caused by hypoglycemia.

Thermic Effect of Food (TEF)

1. Greater energy expenditure during digestion: Protein digestion requires more energy than the digestion of fats or carbohydrates, which leads to a lower net caloric intake.

Ketosis and Energy Efficiency

1. Burning fat as the primary energy source: In a very low-carb (ketogenic) diet, the body shifts to using fat as its main fuel. This process is less energy-efficient than burning carbohydrates, leading to increased calorie expenditure.

Metabolic Benefits

1. Improved insulin sensitivity: Lower insulin levels promote fat burning and reduce fat storage in the body.
2. More efficient energy use: The body adapts to this new way of eating and begins to utilize calories more effectively, which can make weight control easier.

Practical Guidelines for This Meal Plan

1. Each recipe in the plan is designed to yield two portions.
2. If you're cooking only for yourself, you can eat one portion now and the second later in the day—this helps you make full use of all ingredients.
3. Meals that are suitable for freezing (e.g. soups) can be stored in single portions and reused later. This extends the total duration of the diet without generating extra costs.
4. If you feel the need, you may consume one additional portion (if any are left).
5. For better results, it's recommended to drink 1–2 glasses of still water 10–20 minutes before each meal—this aids digestion and supports a feeling of fullness.