I was just looking for people's experiences with different diets (high protein, high carb, Zone, etc.). I've spent at least a couple years researching and fooling around but feel I still haven't nailed in down. I eat very "cleanly" with around 15-20% fat, 50-60% carbs (low sugar), and 30-40% protein but find energy stores unstable. Daily calories range from 2000-2400.
I find that my energy is lacking, both in and out of practice, but too many carbs make me feel either fat and bloated or unstable energy-wise. With too much protein I don't have any energy at all and I become hypoglycemic in practice. I also have to worry about body fat due to certain medical problems.
Your experiences would be appreciated. Thanks.
PS: If it makes a difference to anybody advice-wise, I'm 23 years old.
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Strangely enough, the Slim-Fast plan is working REALLY well for me thus far. I started it a few months, along with exercise, which of course is what you're supposed to do. Granted, it's still not coming off fast enough to suit me, but that's only because I want the weight gone. Yes, I know I didn't pick it up overnight and therefore I shouldn't expect it to come off over night, but...I can wish, can't I?
I've been warned though about a potential potassium deficiency when using ANY liquid diet. So..tread carefully if you try something like Slim-Fast.
Strangely enough, the Slim-Fast plan is working REALLY well for me thus far. I started it a few months, along with exercise, which of course is what you're supposed to do. Granted, it's still not coming off fast enough to suit me, but that's only because I want the weight gone. Yes, I know I didn't pick it up overnight and therefore I shouldn't expect it to come off over night, but...I can wish, can't I?
I've been warned though about a potential potassium deficiency when using ANY liquid diet. So..tread carefully if you try something like Slim-Fast.
