Not only can it be a health hazard, but it also can cause generalized dehydration. People who follow these types of diets are habitual fad dieters. It is a must to consult your physician before starting any new type of "fad" diet.
A diabetic following this diet is putting them at great health risks. With diabetes, it is expected that they do not excrete large amounts of protein, causing harm to the kidneys. This throws the body into a condition known as ketosis, and it is not a normal or natural state of being for the body, excreting an abnormally high amount of Ketones that are by products of fat metabolism.
Diabetic Ketoacidosis means that there is an overabundance of Ketones in the bloodstream. This is seen in a severe metabolic derangement. Armed with this information you must decide whether a high protein diet is a safe and effective form of weight loss for you. This type of diet is loaded with saturated fats, a risk factor for heart disease. It also eliminates or drastically restricts rice, bread products, fruits, cereal and pasta. Some of the basic side effects are lethargy (tiredness), irritability, bad breath (caused from burning of fats) and constipation.
On the positive outlook, if you have no health conditions, you will notice a drastic weight reduction the first week or two. Anywhere from a six to ten pound weight loss is usual. Those who are able to continue with these diets will lose weight and say they feel wonderful. This usually happens due to the weight loss itself and the self-esteem that comes with weight loss, … clothes are looser and weight is lower -- you feel like a success.
According the ADA, the most effective form of weight loss is a decrease in caloric intake and following the food pyramid of recommended daily allowances of all food groups. Exercising on a regular basis, drinking eight glasses of water a day or more depending on activity level.
Attitude makes a great deal of difference, most people that look at changing lifestyle eating patterns or saying the word "diet" means you are limited to what you can eat. This type of thinking often leads people not being able to stick to an eating plan or cheating. This is what led to "fad" diets, people who cannot stay on one program. Do not call it a diet, but you are 'eating healthy', making a change in your life. Taking time out to meditate daily helps to keep the mind just as healthy as the body thus promoting health and wellness.
Most foods you buy today have the food pyramid on the side of the box or container. The following is an example of a 1500 cal. diet, which for most adults are a healthy way of eating and losing weight with a moderate amount of exercise.
Example of a 1500-calorie diet
- 7 bread/cereal exchanges
- 5 fruit exchanges
- 3 vegetable exchanges
- 2 milk/dairy exchanges
- 5 meat/protein exchanges
- 5 exchanges from misc. list
Remember before starting any lifestyle changes in nutrition, or exercise please consult with your physician and make sure you are doing so sensibly.
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