Per Larissa Serpa and Juliana Vaz
Fitness professionals argue that strength training + low-carb diet is the secret to thinness. “Eating foods high in fat and 50g of carbohydrates per day, in addition to proteins in moderation, makes the body depend on more fat for energy, so you end up burning more of it”, teaches Carwyn Shap, scientist the National Strength and Conditioning Association, USA.
But reducing carbs is not always a good thing. If any of these symptoms last for more than two weeks, increase the amount:
Fatigue
If you feel tired leaving the gym, you need more fuel. An hour before the session, eat an apple or banana.
Headache
When the body burns fat for energy, it produces molecules called ketones and eliminates them through urine, which can cause dehydration and headaches. Drink more water during the day or take a sodium supplement before training.
Cold
Carbohydrates help in the production of antibodies. If you decrease your consumption, you can get sick more often. Unrefined ones, like sweet potatoes, help maintain health and shape.