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Originally Posted by timmyp  I recently started low carb dieting to get my levels under control and I have already seen a great improvement in my BG levels – however…
The only problem is that I have started losing weight and I am already underweight for my height. I am currently 122 pounds (55kg). I would really like to increase my weight but not sure how this is going to be possible while trying to maintain a low carb diet.
Anyone else share my struggle? Most people on the forum seem like they want to loose weight but I need to gain! |
On a very low carb diet, you will become naturally lean. If you want to build up your weight, what you really want to do is increase your lean body mass. You certainly don't want to add body fat. As Scratch has noted, a good way to do this is to use exercise to challenge your body. It will adapt to the stress, and you can fuel that through increased protein. I am not talking about a handful of peanuts, I am talking serious protein. Start with 150-200 g/day.
Time your eating around weight training. Eat protein before your workout, and then eat protein and limited carbs right after workout to fuel recovery. Go to costco, buy a 6 lb back of low carb when protein from EAS. Each shake has 25 g of protein. Drink a couple of these a day, that should help.
Start to collect favorite low carb protein sources. I personally love meat, but other sources are eggs, tuna, cottage cheese and nuts.
Lift heavy, eat big.
