sam001
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The late Robert Atkins never boasted that his diet would help with pain management. However, myself and a couple of friends have noticed a significant decrease in pain when compliant on a low carb diet. At first I thought it was just weight loss, but do feel worse if I consume a single piece of cake. This works out well for me as I don't need to be eating cake. I've seen some science that suggests the ketosis occurring with low carb diets does indeed lessen pain.
As there are lots of people on low carb diets these days, was wondering if anyone has thoughts/experience on this topic. Just curious.
I'm fairly new here. Hope this is posted in the right place.
Thanks.
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JOJOM
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Hi,
You are actually correct, Sugar and refined carbs such as white bread, pasta and such do make people feel sicker than they really are. I know when I eat tons of sugary foods, I feel tired, lethargic and my back pain is worse, also I get terrible mood swings as well.
Me and my best friend are starting this diet Tomorrow actually, so I am excited for this reason and to feel better overall!
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FloatinYoda
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Reged: 02/01/04
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Loc: S.E. USA
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The joint pain in my deteriorating hip is greatly reduced since going on a low carb way of eating.
I suspect this has more to do with the 55 pound weight loss than a direct pain-reduction correlation; however I have seen other AMAZING positive side effects as a result of low-carbing; everything from dry skin clearing up, clearer thinking, no afternoon energy loss, to improved libido and sexual stamina.
I know many people who aren't following a low carb diet are SICK of us gushing, but it is amazing how decadent it is, to eat like this and lose weight in the process.
Think I'll head over to Subway and get a Chipotle Southwest Steak & Cheese made into a low-carb wrap...or maybe just as a salad. 
Regards,
Ben
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JOJOM
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Hello,
Well I started my Low carb Diet Today and my sugar cravings are GONE! 
I am sooo happy about this plan and we should motivate eachother here, what do you guys think?? Anyone else want to join us?
I feel like a new Woman, more energy and no 3pm lethargic feeling. Sugar was keeping up and down all day, Let me know how Tomorrow goes for you guys and we should post each week our weightloss as well.
  
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