WHY REDUCE YOUR CARBOHYDRATE INTAKE? OUR APPROACH

The modern diet is rich in carbohydrates, which can have an impact on our health and well-being. At Délices Low Carb, we want to offer quality low-carb alternatives, carefully chosen for those who want to reduce their carbohydrate intake. Let's dive into the world of carbohydrates to understand their impact and discover how to eat better with Délices Low Carb.

Carbohydrates: An Overview

Carbohydrates, which are found in abundance in our diet, are the body's main source of energy. However, excessive consumption can be associated with various health problems.

Fast Carbs vs Slow Carbs

Fast (or simple) carbohydrates: Converted quickly into glucose in the blood, they are responsible for blood sugar spikes. They are present in sweets, sodas, chocolate, spreads, cakes, etc., but also in certain salty products in which manufacturers have added sugar (ham, sausage, frozen meals, etc.)

Slow (or complex) carbohydrates : Digested more slowly, they are present in whole grains, legumes, starchy foods, etc.

In both cases, what you have to understand is that it is SUGAR.

Why Reduce Your Carbohydrate Consumption?

The Risks of a High Carbohydrate Diet

A diet high in carbohydrates may be associated with risks of being overweight, type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

Weight gain and obesity:

High-carbohydrate diets have been linked to an increased risk of weight gain and obesity. A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition showed that high consumption of refined carbohydrates was associated with increased abdominal fat (Leahy et al., 2020).

Source: Leahy, MJ, et al. (2020). High intake of refined grains and added sugars increases the risk of abdominal obesity: a population-based study in a Mediterranean setting. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 111(3), 646-657.

Type 2 diabetes:

Diets high in carbohydrates, especially those with a high glycemic index, may increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. A meta-analysis published in the journal Diabetes Care concluded that high consumption of high glycemic index carbohydrates was associated with an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes (Dong et al., 2011).

Source: Dong, JY, et al. (2011). Dietary glycemic index, glycemic load, and risk of type 2 diabetes: results from the EPIC-InterAct study and meta-analysis of prospective studies. Diabetes Care, 34(12), 2776-2778.

Cardiovascular diseases:

A diet high in refined carbohydrates has been associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology showed that diets high in refined carbohydrates were associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease (Liu et al., 2000).

Source: Liu, S., et al. (2000). A prospective study of dietary glycemic load, carbohydrate intake, and risk of coronary heart disease in American women. Journal of the American College of Cardiology, 70(20), 2609-2619.

Metabolic syndrome:

Metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions that increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes, has been linked to high-carbohydrate diets. Research suggests that reducing carbohydrate intake may improve risk factors for metabolic syndrome (Volek et al., 2008).

Source: Volek, JS, et al. (2008). Carbohydrate restriction has a more favorable impact on metabolic syndrome than a low-fat diet. Lipids, 44(4), 297-309.

Cognitive health:

Some research suggests that a high-carbohydrate diet may negatively impact cognitive health. A study published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease found that high-carbohydrate diets were associated with an increased risk of cognitive decline (Roberts et al., 2012).

Source: Roberts, RO, et al. (2012). Relative macronutrient intake impacts risk of mild cognitive impairment or dementia. Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, 32(2), 329-339.

Well-being and Carbohydrates

Reducing carbohydrate intake can improve focus, mood, and promote better quality sleep, reduced inflammation, stress, and more.

The Low Carb Approach of Low Carb Delights

Less Carbs, More Quality

Our mission at Délices Low Carb is to provide delicious and nutritious alternatives for those who want to limit their carbohydrate intake. We believe that eating healthy does not mean sacrificing taste.

Our Low Carb Alternatives

We have developed a whole range of low carbohydrate products, each product is designed to fit into a balanced diet and to satisfy the most demanding taste buds.

Discover here the products that we have developed under our DÉLICES LOW CARB brand.

Conclusion :

Reducing your carbohydrate intake is not just a food trend, it is a step towards better health and optimized well-being . With the low carb alternatives from Délices Low Carb, this transition becomes a real gourmet pleasure.