1. Ten Reasons Why a Low-Carb Diet Is a Bad Idea ATKINS By: Abby McArthur

2. Increased Risk of Disease Decreases consumption of GOOD Cholesterol Increases BAD Cholesterol levels Increases homocysteine levels Increases iron stores in body

3. Cancer Risk Increases Lowered consumption of : Fruits Vegetables Whole Grains Beans National Cancer Institute Recommendations: Plant-based diet High-fiber and Low-fat

4. Poor Long Term Weight Control Binge eating Decrease in variety Temporary decrease in caloric intake BORING!

5. Reduced Athletic Performance Low Carb = Low Energy

6. Rising Blood Pressure with Age High-fiber / High Carb Diets lower blood pressure Increased consumption of fruits, veggies, whole grains Key minerals: –Potassium –Calcium –Magnesium Low Carb Diets do not restrict salt intake!

7. Gout Excess of Uric Acid in the body –Meat –Poultry –Nuts –Seeds –Eggs –Seafood PURINES URIC ACID

8. Kidney Stones Ketogenic Diets Increase : – Uric Acid Stones – Calcium Oxalate Stones

9. Osteoporosis Excess Protein Intake = Loss of Calcium in Urine (over time)

10. Fainting Don’t stand up too fast…

11. Keto Breath “Nail Polish + Over-ripe Pineapple” Body goes into ketosis: – <130 grams carbohydrates – break down of body proteins – reduced brain and body function