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[email protected] OR 1300 668 118Have you been hearing lots of
people talking about eating a
lower-carb diet? I know I have.
It seems to be everywhere on
Facebook and in various forums. But
what does that actually mean? There’s
no real definition of ‘low carb’, so the
concept is open to interpretation.
Australian Dietary Guidelines
recommend getting 45-65 per cent
of your daily energy from carbs, with
a minimum of 130g per day to ensure
healthy function of the energy and
nervous systems.
This issue we’ve pulled together
recipes and menu plans that aim
to hit that 130g mark while still
providing loads of flavour and all
the nutrition you need.
Just remember, though, that
everyone is different and a diet
that works for one person might
not be optimal for another.
Our advice is to see your dietitian
to get a plan that’s right for you. Our
delicious recipes start on page 18 and
I look forward to hearing which ones
are your favourites.
We’ve also answered your questions
about carbs (page 88) and tackled
how to manage carbs (page 91)
when you’re eating out – it is possible!
Nerve damage and subsequent
amputation is a very real complication
for people with diabetes, and our
story on page 102 is a good reminder
that it’s an issue that shouldn’t be
ignored. While Julie’s story, on page
121, is a triumph – she lost 50kg to
better help her sick daughter and
saved herself in the process!Ready to cut
the carbs?
Alix Davis, Editor
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