Protein Bars

[Majk]

Originally Posted by east_stingray

BTW, we have a lot of dietitians who work with us here at the clinic. They've all told me that they do not recommend long-term low carb diets. I'm not really sure what the basis for this is, and all any of them can say is that it's not healthy.

As medical students, we learn a lot about the molecular level processes the body uses to digest and use different forms of energy. While there are essential amino acids (protein) that your body needs, there's no such thing as an essential carbohydrate.

I'm not sure if there's a clinical basis for them recommending against the low-carb diets or not. A lot of studies have shown that high protein diets tend to lead to more heart and vascular problems, but that is not due to the protein content itself. Most of the doctors (PhD) who do research on this kind of thing have come to the conclusion that the heart problems are due to the fact that most high-protein diets include a lot of red meat, which contains a good amount of cholesterol.

It is my personal opinion, and it seems to be backed up by our professors (who are PhD and do this kind of research when they're not lecturing) that as long as you watch your red meat intake and seek out plant-based protein sources, you'll be just fine.

Actually your body needs a good portion of carbs for muscle production. If you cut out too many carbs you'll actually get lethargic. Your body needs good complex carbs and the right levels.

[bigjimcalhoun]

I try to avoid soy protein, but like whey protein. Most of the bars have soy protein and maltitol. Each make me fart my ass off. If I have 3 bars during the day, I will be farting the nasty stuff all night long @ 5 minute intervals.

Your mileage my vary...........