20/01/2021
Do you love low carb eating?
Let's talk about what you'll LOVE eating on Atkins (that you can't have on a low fat diet)!
Dark Chocolate 🍫 Studies show that people who consume dark chocolate had a lower risk of heart disease and stroke. Some researchers think that the flavonoids—plant compounds—in dark chocolate help produce nitric oxide, which causes blood vessels to relax and blood pressure to lower.
Full Fat Dairy 🧀The fat and protein in full fat dairy products can help with satiety—the feeling of staying full after a meal. Some studies indicate that full-fat dairy is correlated with a decreased risk of obesity.
Eggs 🍳 Eggs are highly nutritious and an inexpensive source of protein. They contain vitamins A, B5, B12, E and D and immune boosting nutrients like Phosphorous, Selenium, and Folate.
Beef 🥩 A 3 oz serving of beef is about 175 calories and provides 51% of the daily recommended intake of protein and 39% of the daily recommended intake of zinc, a mineral that helps maintain a healthy immune system.
Avocado 🥑 Avocados are naturally sodium, sugar, and cholesterol free. They contain monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (good fat) that do not raise LDL/bad cholesterol.
Nuts & Seeds 🌰 Nuts and seeds contain antioxidants which can help lower oxidative stress that can lead to inflammation. They are a tidy snack-size package of protein, fat and fiber-rich carbohydrates.
Olives 🌿 Olives are high in vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps protect our cells from stress. Most olives are stored in brine, which adds sodium. Extra sodium can be helpful on a low carb diet—it will increase hydration and help balance electrolytes.
