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Is a low-carb diet really the best way to achieve fat loss and muscle gain?
For years, we’ve been told that low-carb is the magic bullet for weight loss. But is that really true—especially for active women?
Today, I’m breaking down low-carb diet pros and cons, the low-carb diet side effects that most people don’t talk about, and why I do not recommend a low-carb diet for women who want fat loss and muscle gain.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- (01:45) Is a low-carb diet really better for fat loss? Or are you just losing water weight? What the research actually says about low-carb and weight loss.
- (6:30) Breaking down the low-carb diet pros and cons—Yes, some people see success, but does that mean low-carb is right for you?
- (11:00) Why a low-carb diet for women can be counterproductive—If you’re lifting weights or doing high-intensity workouts, cutting carbs might be sabotaging your results.
- (17:00) The most common low-carb diet side effects—How cutting carbs too low can negatively impact your energy, hormones, and ability to build muscle.
- (25:45) How to eat for fat loss and muscle gain (without extreme carb-cutting)—The best way to fuel your body and see results without feeling exhausted or deprived.
If you’ve been following a low-carb diet and wondering why you’re still feeling stuck—this episode is your permission slip to stop fighting your body and start fueling it properly.
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Evaluation of diet pattern and weight gain in postmenopausal women
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