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Originally Posted by Hack&Lube
Any credence to atkins type high protein low carbohydrate diets?
Speaking of genetic makeup, I have a mutant acetaldehyde dehydrogenase enzyme so I can't really even (and therefore don't) drink alcohol so it's a beer belly without beer. I drink a lot of water, at least a glass of it an hour. I'm also allergic to a large swathe of fruits and certain fungi like mushrooms so I typically have to eat green vegetables only.
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Well, it's my colleagues downstairs that put together the healthy eating guide, so I just read what they pass around. I should ask that and find out. Personally, I don't think it's a good idea. Your body still needs carbs and sugars. Protein rich diet puts your body at risk for ketosis (your blood having a higher pH than normal). I suppose if properly managed, atkins would work in theory, but there are more healthier ways to loose weight besides dieting
If my BCEM knowledge serves me correctly, you're missing the 2nd enzyme for metabolizing alcohol. You'll be a cheap drunk if you drank
also, there isn't actually scientific proof to the 8 glasses of water a day, but drinking water helps.
As a genetics grad, no one is perfect
