carb question

Fervent4Jesus
on 7/10/11 1:00 pm - River Rouge, MI
I am still trying to lose weight so how many carbs should I be consuming for weightloss, and how do you do net carbs
Julie R.
on 7/10/11 1:10 pm - Ludington, MI
Donna - it's kind of an individual thing.....I know some people who can only lose weight if they stay below 20 carbs, and others who lose staying under 100 carbs.    I think if I were in your shoes, I'd maybe set it at an arbitrary 50 carbs and go from there.   

Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber and/or sugar alcohols.     

For example, a piece of light bread might have 17 grams of carbs with 10 grams of fiber.   If you subtract the 10 from the 17, you have 7 net carbs.

Also, it's important that you stay away from sweetened beverages.....they can be a source of hidden carbs.   This includes juice.    If I put on a few pounds, I cut out fruit, simple carbs such as sugar, flour, potatoes, etc.    I've been pretty lucky in that I  maintain rather effortlessly, but I did gain five pounds over the holidays.   I lost it by cutting back on that kind of stuff.
Julie R - Ludington, Michigan
Duodenal Switch 08/09/06 - Dr. Paul Kemmeter, Grand Rapids, Michigan
HW: 282 - 5'4"
SW: 268
GW: 135
CW: 125

Fervent4Jesus
on 7/10/11 10:50 pm - River Rouge, MI
Thank you Julie,
How have things been going for you lately, I read the incident about your husband I am so sorry that you guys had to be connected to such a mean selfish woman but good for you for standing up to her and getting her told!!!!!  Did I read that you are moving?
Julie R.
on 7/10/11 11:26 pm - Ludington, MI
 Yup - we moved 4.5 blocks, LOL.
We had been restoring my husband's house, and sold mine.   Just five blocks from a beautiful Lake Michigan beach.    When life has settled down for you - you've got somewhere nice to visit, don't forget!

Keep me posted on your son's status, please.
Julie R - Ludington, Michigan
Duodenal Switch 08/09/06 - Dr. Paul Kemmeter, Grand Rapids, Michigan
HW: 282 - 5'4"
SW: 268
GW: 135
CW: 125

Fervent4Jesus
on 7/14/11 6:45 am - River Rouge, MI
That is wonderful I will definitely take you up on that offer...I will also keep you informed about my son Daniel..I am taking him to childrens hospital for a second opinion as soon as they can get him in.  Forgive my late response I am still learning to navigate around this board!!!!
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