50Lbs Weight Loss Journey: From Keto to Low Carb to Paleo and Carb Cycling

Introduction

A Reddit user, BirthandDeath, documented their incredible weight loss journey of losing 50lbs. They started with keto and intermittent fasting (IF) and then transitioned to a low carb, paleo and carb cycling diet.

The Start of the Journey

BirthandDeath began their journey with keto and IF, which helped them lose 20 pounds in the first month. They started tracking their food and kept their carb intake under 21 grams. They also took vitamins and supplements to help with hair thinning, a common side effect of the keto diet. BirthandDeath kept their meals super simple and prepped protein for the week.

Transitioning to Low Carb, Paleo and Carb Cycling

After six months, BirthandDeath transitioned to a low carb, paleo and carb cycling diet to continue their weight loss journey. BirthandDeath used a tracking app to understand portion control and macros, which helped them adjust their calories to no more than 1400 per day. Carb cycling involved increasing carb intake on days with more activity, such as exercise or hiking, and reducing the carb limit on rest days.

The Results

BirthandDeath lost a total of 50lbs, going from 185lbs to 135lbs. The transformation is incredible and shows how dedication, consistency and patience can help achieve goals. BirthandDeath's hair also looked fuller and healthier, which they attributed to the vitamins and supplements they took while on keto.

Tips for Sticking to a Diet

BirthandDeath attributed their weight loss success to tracking their food, keeping meals simple, and prepping protein for the week. They also allowed themselves to indulge in keto dessert from time to time. For those struggling to stick to a diet, using a tracking app to understand portion control and macros can be useful. It's also important to keep meals simple and prep ingredients in advance.