My Top 10 Favorite Low Carb Meals
It’s been such a long time since I have done a round-up posts. No time like the present, right?
How many of you are familiar with low carb diets? I know some of you are giving me a frownie face right now. Did you know that there is scientific evidence that diets low in carbohydrates , high is good fats and moderate amounts of protein actually heal common ailments and major health conditions? Well, now you do. There are a lot of myths out there surrounding low-carb diets. But, I am here to tell you, I have witnesses first-hand in multiple outlets the good that comes from following a well-balanced low-carb lifestyle.
One of the first places I learned about low-carb way of eating was through my dietitian. When I found out I had PCOS and was pre-diabetic, I knew I had to make some changes. This led me to Atkins, the most well-known low-carb lifestyles. I shared a lot of this information, and recipes, in the early stages of YUM. I admit, I have slipped a bit here and there. The food I share here isn’t always low-carb and that is because my family doesn’t eat strict low-carb. I eat more low-carb than they do, but I have learned through Atkins the value of good carbs and working through the program ladder to add the good carbs back into my meals.
Due to some health issues I’ve been (mum about) battling the last few months, it has been pointed out to me that I should go back to the low carb high fat moderate protein lifestyle. That means I’ll be heading back to Atkins for support.
It can be hard to wade through all the information out there; especially when we’ve had it drilled in our heads that the Standard American Diet and the Food Guide Pyramid are the end-all, be-all to modern food, nutrition, and health problems. Sadly, this is not the case. Our nation is in a nutrition crisis. It IS ok to eat eggs, whole milk and real butter. Fat is not the problem. Clinical studies show that eating more sugar and starch is what put people at risk for weight gain and nutrition related health issues. This science is not taking into consideration for the SAD and FGF. It should be.
The guidelines aren’t working. In the past 30 years, adult obesity rates have doubled and at the rate they are climbing, will be double by the year 2023. The numbers are staggering for our children as well, with the CDC reporting that obesity has more than doubled in children and quadrupled in adolescents. Obesity in America is a public health crisis.
I don’t know about you, but that rate alarms me; especially as someone who battles her weight on a daily basis.
But you can help make a change.
Our petition is asking Americans speak up to the U.S. Government to start basing our Dietary Guidelines on quality science that encompasses a range of different approaches. By demanding scientific scrutiny in our dietary guidelines that calls for change, Americans can find a healthier way to eat and live, and in the process save millions of lives.
Not sure if the low-carb lifestyle is for you? Check out my top 10 favorite low-carb recipes. You might just change your mind.
1. Colby-Jack Grilled Chicken Salad
2. Low-Carb Bacon Meatloaf Muffins
4. Sriracha Poached Egg and Spinach
5. Low Carb Sweet Pepper Lasagna
6. Low Carb Sugar Free ‘Philly Cheesesteak’
7. Healthy Avocado Garlic Soup
8. Low Carb Chicken and Cheese Crust Pepperoni Pizza
10. Coconut Chocolate Fat Bombs
For more of my low-carb recipes check out my low carb living section.
Now that you’ve seen just how nutritious and delicious low-carb living can be, head on over to the Change.org petition and help shape the future of nutrition.
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You know, I eat what I like. I don’t count calories or pay attention to any of the carb nonsense. I think in moderation, it’s all ok.
That colby jack grilled chicken sandwich looks amazing. I’ll be making that one for sure. Actually, I’ll be making all of them.
The dishes look quite tasty. I think – for me at least – if you listen to what your body tells you, you will end with a pretty healthy arrangement for your physiology. It’s all about moderation.
These recipes look so good, it’s hard to believe they’re low carb! I would love to try them (especially the ones with bacon, lol!).
A few of your recipe I will be checking out. The egg drop soup. As my daughter loves it from our local Chinese place. Lately I have been making more homemade meals withthe ongoing health issues of my boyfriend and myself.
These meal ideas look great! I’ve been trying to cut down on the carbs but needed some ideas. I’ll be trying several of these out.
These meals look amazing. I try not to eat too many carbs, and I love protein. I’m a huge fan of lots of fruits and veggies, but not a lot of breads.
Oh, that Philly Cheese steak looks so good! I am so craving it right now!
Mmmmm, avocado garlic soup….that sounded yummy. Would definitely like to try a few of those recipes. Thank you for sharing.
My family and I are all meat lovers! I do try to cut down on carbs like breads and rice as much as possible and replace them with complex carbohydrates (sweet potatoes, legumes) that fill me up and keeps me full for a longer period of time.
I follow a low carb diet to avoid my risk to Diabetes. I love Atkins.. I love their snack bars, taste good and contain low sugar
Everything looks delicious. I love the these low on carb. Perfect for dieters like me.
Egg drop soup is a big thing for me. I love that stuff, I could probably live off of it! Glad to know it’s low carb too!
I would love to try the meatloag muffin. These looks so good!
I’m drooling now. I’ve never thought of a low-carb diet at all, but after seeing your photos, I certainly would love to try the lasagna and avocado soup. Yum!
These look like some amazing recipes. I really like the avocado soup.
Awesome list of recipes! The bacon meatloaf muffins look and sound so yummy! I’ll have to try these!
I need to get a grip on my eating habits. I need to take advantage of this information.
The sweet pepper lasagna sounds (and looks) great! Love all of these low carb options!
I make mini meatloafs all the time but never thought about adding bacon! Not only Genius but delicious!
OK…Avocado Garlic Soup sounds like something really interesting to try out. The pizza also looks very tasty.
I’m trying to get back on low carb myself. I love the recipes you shared – they are so good!
These look like some great low carb meals. Those meatloaf muffins look delicious!
I’m going to save some of these recipes to try next week. Love that they’re low carb!
The poached egg and spinach looks fab and those pork chops..yum! I am def living a carb free lifestyle as much as I can….have to indulge in pizza now and then!
Valerie
The Lasagna looks great! Thanks for all the great resources!