Low-carb diets offer many health benefits, among which steady weight loss,
lower blood glucose, and improved concentration. Some healthy plans that aid
steady weight loss are Atkins, Lifestyle, and Caveman Diets. 

The Lifestyle Cut Diet is a plan that recommends small meals to achieve
gradual and steady weight loss. Skipping meals is not recommended, and dieters
should have 5 or 6 meals a day. Dieters can choose from a variety of allowed
foods, but fats should be included in each meal. Recommended fats should come
from olives and flax seed oil and almonds. Dieters can have fruits and
vegetables such as lettuce, zucchini, broccoli, and green beans. Protein sources
to choose from include seafood, turkey, and beef. The plan is popular among
dieters because they can still eat their favorite foods. Dieters find beneficial
information about fats, carbohydrates, and proteins and the glycemic index value
of different low carb foods.  

The Paleolithic Diet is another option for people looking for a low-carb
dietary plan. People on this diet can choose from a variety of foods, including
unsalted nuts, chicken, duck, beef, vegetables, and eggs. Some foods are off
limits because they were not part of the menu of our ancestors. Products to
avoid include maltodextrin, molasses, and sugar. Rice and corn and wheat
products should be avoided by dieters. The list of banned foods also includes
cream, butter, milk, and other dairies. Dieters should make healthy food choices
and avoid snack foods, cakes, and crackers. Dieters should avoid dairy products
because cows are loaded with growth hormones, medications, and antibiotics.
Grains are not allowed because they contain lectin which causes hiatal hernia,
appendicitis, gall stones, and other gastrointestinal problems. Beans and
legumes are also on the list of excluded foods because they contain substances
that weaken the immune system. People can consume fruits and vegetables because
they are filling and contain vitamins and antioxidants. Nuts and seeds are on
the list of recommended foods because they contain omega-3 and other essential
nutrients.


Another low-carb diet plan associated with improved health and gradual weight
loss is The Atkins Diet. Dieters are encouraged to eat turkey, chicken, mutton,
pork, and beef. Dieters can have most vegetables, the only exception being
starchy vegetables such as potatoes. Dieters can eat vegetables like turnips,
eggplant, tomatoes, Brussels sprouts, and many others. All fats are allowed, the
only exception being margarine. Fats to include in your menu include vegetable
oil, salmon, and foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids. The list of allowed foods
includes dairies, but dieters should choose full-fat products that are low in
carbohydrates. Dieters can consume dairies such as butter and sour cream but
should avoid reduced and low fat options. The list of condiments and spices to
use includes lemon juice, vinegar, and sugar-free mayonnaise. Dieters can have
sugar-free drinks such as club soda, diet soda, and water. These foods trigger
fat burning and aid weight loss. Fat deposits are used for energy instead of
carbohydrates, which are the body’s primary fuel.

The Hunter-Gatherer or Paleo
Diet is a dietary plan that resembles the menu of our ancestors. Dieters can
have vegetables and fruit and sources of protein such as eggs and nuts.
Proponents claim that this is a healthy diet that helps prevent chronic
inflammations, heart problems, and heart attack. 
  
The diet emphasizes eating
healthy food that is low in sugar and salt. The plan excludes meat from
domesticated animals and recommends eating shellfish, organ meat, game meat, and
pork. Dieters can have lean veal, pork chops and loin, and lean pork. Meat such
as sausages, bacon, and hot dogs should be avoided. Instead, it is recommended
to eat fish such as halibut, drum, cod, and bluefish. Grouper, for example, is a
good source of potassium, vitamin An and C and is low in saturated fat. The menu
of dieters also includes fish meat such as haddock, turbot, and tuna. Perch is a
source of selenium, vitamin B12, and manganese but is high in cholesterol. Shark
meat is also packed with important nutrients such as selenium, protein, and
vitamin B12 and B6 but is high is cholesterol. 
 

People on the Paleolithic
Diet should consume more seeds and nuts such as sunflower and sesame seeds,
pecans, and cashews. Nuts are buttery, crunchy, and tasty and are loaded with
omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants. They are an excellent source of
palmitoleic and oleic acid which balance cholesterol levels and help prevent
stroke and other serious conditions. Nuts are an excellent source of potassium,
selenium, iron, and other minerals. Potassium, for instance, controls blood
pressure and the heart rate. 

 
Dieters can have limited
amounts of walnut oil, tea, and coffee. It is best to avoid processed foods such
as grain-like seeds and processed grains. People on the Paleolithic Diet should
avoid barley, noodles, lasagna, and wheat. The menu of dieters excludes foods
such as millet, wild rice, pizzas, and crackers. The Paleo Diet also excludes
products made from wheat such as pasta, pancakes, and cookies. Legumes and
vegetables with starch are excluded from the diet. Starchy vegetables are a good
source of fiber, but they are higher in calories than salad vegetables. It is
best to limit the consumption of vegetables such as sweet potatoes, cassava
root, and manioc. In addition, it is best to avoid processed foods and products
that are high in salt. Many products are high in sodium, among which salted
nuts, salami, frankfurters, and cheese. Processed and deli meats are high in
salt, and consumption should be limited. The diet excludes canned fish and meat
as well as salted, dried, and smoked meat and fish. Pickled foods, sugar, and
honey are not part of the menu. Finally, dieters should stay away from foods
that are high in sugar. Sugar, honey, and sweets have little nutritional value
and should be avoided.