A Case of Diabetes

2.23.2014

A Study for Morgan: A Case of Diabetes

Pros of the Atkins Diet:

Eliminates bad carbs such as baked goods like cake and white bread.

Able to find your ideal carb intake level.

Many people have found weight loss success with this diet.

It has helped some people with their cholesterol.

Cons of the Atkins Diet:

Does not provide enough energy in the form of carbs so the body is forced to ketosis (a condition characterized by raised levels of ketone bodies in the body, associated with abnormal fat metabolism and diabetes mellitus. Google.com) which causes a burden on the kidneys.

You miss out on vital nutrients you would normally receive from fruits and vegetables because the Atkins Diet is focused on high protein, it recommends you not eating fruits and vegetables.

This diet can affect your calcium levels.

People who eat carbs again will gain the weight they lost back.

About.Com/Weightloss/ProsandConsofAtkinsDiet

Ephedra

Used for weight loss and obesity, also helps with allergies, nasal congestion. On December 30, 2003 the F.D.A. announced the ban of ephedra in the United States due to lack of evidence of helping with SAFE weight loss due to many harmful side effects. It contains a chemical called Ephedrine, it stimulates the heart, lungs, and nervous system. Ephedra is linked to High Blood Pressure, heart attacks, strokes, seizures, and much more. It could interfere with blood sugar control and raise your blood pressure.

www.webmd.com/ephedra

Ephedra is an Herb, in Latin it is called Ephedra Sinica.

Science says while it is proven to help with short term weight loss, the risks outweigh the benefits with increased risk of heart problems and strokes. It worsens existing health conditions.

hccam.nih.gov/health/ephedra

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