I have been on a low carbohydrate lifestyle. I choose not to use the word diet as this imply's a temporary situation, and form how I feel, and everything I have researched, I think this as a permanent lifestyle choice is far healthier in the long run. So here is a quick bunch of resource links for my reference and anyone else who wants more information:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_trksid=p5197.m570.l1313&_nkw=ketostix&_sacat=0
To check to see if you are actually in ketosis and burning fat...
Steve Gibsons low carb page:
http://www.grc.com/health/lowcarb.htm
An interview with one of the authors of the "art and science of low carb.. living"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkdFkPxxDG8
And finally, they low carb podcasts (both) for your listening pleasure, well your info at any rate.
http://www.grc.com/health/lowcarb-podcasts.htm
And finally finally, some personal advice:
Stick to it really strictly, or don't bother. There really is no half way house on this. And I miss Pizza.
