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Old 04-13-2008, 08:02 PM   #2 (permalink)
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How low is low carb? Should I keep my carb intake below a certain level? What is optimal?
You don't need to measure or track your carbs. Just eat the foods on the list. There's no "optimal" level here.

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Also, should I be in ketosis? The book dosent' actually say so, but is it worth getting some ketosis testing stips and using them every day?
You may be in ketosis at times, but it's not important if you are or aren't. Save your money.

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Finally, years ago I watched the Atkins diet video and I recall Dr Atkins saying that it was impossible to "lay down" fat while your are in ketosis - is this true?
I don't know. But, if you're eating in a deficit, you shouldn't be adding body fat, anyway.
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