Going wrong with Low Carb Plan

[juliashine]

My doctor has always recommended the low carb approach to my dieting, however, I feel ****** for several weeks when I am on the diet. Where am I going wrong?

 

[Brunneria]

Hi and welcome!

Going low carb can be quite a transition.
Can you give a bit more info?
What are you eating, and how much, and what does feeling ****** actually feel like?

 

[Kristin251]

Did you replace the carbs with some healthy fats like avocado, oils, nuts/ seeds. Going low carb means switching your fuel source from carbs to fat

Do you need to lose weight ?
How many carbs are you eating? Low carb is ambiguous

 

[Indy51]

Good hydration is essential. Extra salt is also helpful.

This article on the 5 most common low carb mistakes might help: https://authoritynutrition.com/5-most-common-low-carb-mistakes/

 

[Robbity]

You need to try to stick it out! Our bodies can react to this big change in diet - carbs can be addictive so we may need to go through a period of adjustment while we learn to rely more on fats and oils rather than carbs for energy. Take heed of @Indy51's advice regarding fluid and salt, and have a search on Google for Atkins/keto/low carb "flu" for further information.

Robbity