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Q: Most
of my favorite foods are
carbohydrates! Will I ever be able to
eat them again if I’m on the
Thermojetics® Gold High-Protein, Low-Carb
Program?
A: Once you’re
on your way to reaching your target
weight, you can start to have a few
of those carbohydrates you used to
crave, but the key is to reintroduce
them in small steps.
To keep your
weight off for good, certain
carbohydrates should continue to be
restricted. This doesn’t mean you
can never have a baked potato or a
plate of spaghetti again, but it does
suggest that products made with white
sugar, white flour and certain root
vegetables should be a rare culinary
event. You can phase in potato skins
and whole-grain pasta once you’re
on maintenance.
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by Dr.
Lawrence May, M.D., FACP, Chairman of
Herbalife’s Medical Advisory Board
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As you increase
carbohydrates, concentrate on small fruits
with the highest antioxidant power such as
blueberries, grapes, strawberries, plums,
peaches and apricots. Leave behind the
bananas, mango, papaya, pears, melon and
pineapple.
Q: I tried a
high-protein, low-carb diet once before and
it made me weak, dizzy and nauseated. How do
I know I won’t feel the same way with the
Thermojetics® Gold High-Protein, Low-Carb
Program?
A: Before starting the
Thermojetics® Gold High-Protein, Low-Carb
Program, make an appointment with your family
doctor and have a physical to rule out any
underlying medical conditions. If you are in
good physical shape, the symptoms you
describe may simply be caused by your body
going through a carbohydrate withdrawal. Your
body should adjust to the new fat-burning
metabolism within a few days and the symptoms
should disappear. Make sure you’re drinking
plenty of water because water loss
accompanies the first few days of
carbohydrate restriction. Many people find
eating small, high-protein snacks every few
hours as opposed to three larger meals a day
helps as well.
Q: How long can
I safely continue the program?
A: As long as you
supplement your eating plan with the
Thermojetics® High-Protein, Low-Carb
products and vitamin supplements, and you
ensure an adequate fiber intake, you can
continue the program until you achieve your
weight-loss goals.
Q: Won’t
snacking between meals make me gain weight?
A: Eating small amounts
frequently throughout the day actually helps
speed up your metabolism so that you continue
to burn calories. The recommended
Thermojetics® High-Protein, Low-Carb healthy
snacks, including Roasted Soy Nuts with
Cardia® Salt and the Bars, have the added
advantage of not upsetting your insulin
balance. Unlike a candy bar, which gives you
an immediate energy rush but soon leaves you
feeling drained, the Thermojetics® High-Protein,
Low-Carb healthy snacks help maintain steady
blood sugar levels and keep you feeling
energized.
Q: I’m a
vegetarian. Can I still follow the
Thermojetics® Gold High-Protein, Low-Carb
Program?
A: Certainly. Except
for the Cream of Chicken Soup Mix, all
Thermojetics® High-Protein, Low-Carb
products are suitable for lacto-vegetarians.
You’ll need to be sure to eat adequate
quantities of protein in the form of tofu,
soy milk and soy cheese. You should also
watch out for the carbohydrate content of
these items. The Thermojetics® Gold High-Protein,
Low-Carb Program is not, however, suitable
for vegans because many of the weight-management
products contain dairy.
Q: Isn’t
fruit low in fat and calories? Can’t I eat
fruit while on the Thermojetics® Gold High-Protein,
Low-Carb Program?
A: Yes, but sparingly,
as most fruits are high in fructose (a
natural sugar), which raises insulin levels
and encourages the body to store fat. Peaches
and plums are acceptable fruits because they
have a low glycemic index, but keep to one of
these fruits every other day.
Q: Can I use
commercial salad dressings and sauces on the
Thermojetics® Gold High-Protein, Low-Carb
Program?
A: Be careful about
using these products because many contain
hidden sugars and should be avoided. Read the
product labels carefully. Be aware that you
can easily create many flavorful sauces and
dressing by using olive oil, vinegar, spices
and herbs.
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