Low Carb Pasta vs. Zero Carb Pasta…..Choices, choices. There are lots of options, but which is best. There are a couple of different camps on low carb theory and a low carb dieter might spend time in both camps. One camp leans towards 20 or less carbs daily while the other allows 50-60 carbs a day. Some diets recommend a combination of the two.
So here’s my analysis. Everyone is different. So what works for me, may be a disaster for you. There have been so many dieters that begin a low carb regimen only to begin to creep closer to the edge and find themselves beginning to actually gain weight. It’s difficult to stay in the “zone” if you get to a place where boredom turns to cheating. A little here, a few there. Come on, you know you’ve been there too. We all fall off the wagon every now and again.
I think it is good to reward yourself at special times. It can help you to beat back a certain crave for weeks just to enjoy an occasional meal that strays off the diet. But for some it can cause a total collapse. And for those dieters, even the occasional treat is not advised.
One of the main characteristics that seems to be common among low carb dieters that have abandoned their diet, is this. The portion sizes stay the same as higher carb items begin to be introduced into the diet. This throws the body out of ketosis and the scale becomes your enemy again.
So what is a low carb pasta lover to do? There are obvious advantages to low carb pasta and zero carb pasta. They certainly differ in texture, taste, and preparation. But which is the better route? Personally, I really like the zero carb pasta. For me the fact that it’s zero carbs along with the fact that it needs no cooking, is perfect for my diet. BTW…. 3 1/2 months, 45 lbs. (WOO_ HOO!!)
Try to stay as low carb count as possible for the first 2-4 weeks on a low carb diet. This will give your body time to adjust and you will find you will eat less over time. you simply fill up quicker.
As you begin to add more items to your diet, it’s important to watch portion sizes. A low carb pasta may only have 7-8 grams of carbs per serving, but you have 2-3 servings on your plate. BE CAREFUL! Soon you’ll be at 80 carbs a day.
Finally, don’t let it become boring! If you find a recipe you really like, only allow yourself to have it once a week. When you begin to eat your favorite one or two dishes constantly, you get burned out on them, then nothing sounds good. So get into the kitchen, crack an egg or 12 and get cooking!
