Doing A Low-Carb Diet: Expectation Vs. Reality

Expect the unexpected.

Expectation: "I'm going to have to start counting calories."

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Reality: Counting calories isn't a necessity with a low-carb diet; the focus is more on the quality of what you eat, not the quantity.

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While eating reasonable portions is important for absolutely every diet to be successful, and low-carb diets are largely about replacing empty calories with healthy ones, counting each one isn't important.

Expectation: "GOODBYE, COMFORT FOOD!"

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Reality: It's actually not that hard to find satisfying substitutes or healthier twists to your favorite meals.

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There are tons of delicious low-carb recipes out there for all cooking skill levels. Plus it's easy to keep staples like bread in your diet with products like Sola bread!

Expectation: "My meals will consist of salads and cottage cheese, and I will be very sad."

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Reality: Low-carb diets need natural fats and protein to work in the body's favor, and these foods can be prepared in a plethora of ways to please your taste buds.

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Beside the amazing low-carb, low-sugar options there are with your favorite kinds of food, there are awesome ways to get the textures, flavors, and bites that you crave without carbo-loading — hello, riced cauliflower and zucchini pancakes!

Expectation: "If I am replacing carbs with fat, then red meat and ice cream can't hurt as much!"

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Reality: It's important to choose foods with healthy unsaturated fats and healthy proteins on a low-carb diet.

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Even though a bit of ice cream or cake isn't going to hurt you, you still need to practice moderation no matter what your diet is. However, low-carb, reduced-sugar treats are a great option to satiate the cravings!

Expectation: "If I don't want to lose weight, I shouldn't bother with a low-carb diet."

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Reality: A low-carb diet may help improve many serious health conditions such as reverse risks for cardiovascular disease or lowering cholesterol.

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When you start eating healthier, you notice it in practically every aspect of your life in a great way, which is why diets should be considered lifestyle changes rather than trends to try for a few weeks!

If you want to take the first step to a low-carb diet, Sola products are here to help make it easier (and yummier)!

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