A lot of people think that you need to cut out all carbs to lose weight. That’s really not a good idea! Your body NEEDS carbs to thrive, to get through your workouts, and to feel your best.
Often when someone does a low carb diet, they lose weight, but it’s temporary. As soon as they go back to their regular diet and add carbs back in they gain most of the weight back (and sometimes even more).
BUT, not all carbs are created equal. Eating oatmeal isn’t going to have the same effect on your body as having a candy bar. BOTH are high carb—but the oats are a much better option for weight loss.
What are the BEST carbs for weight loss?
BEST carbs for weight loss: Oats
Oats are high in fiber and protein, and they will keep you full for a long time! I love either steel cut oats or old fashioned rolled oats—but you’ve gotta make sure you buy PLAIN oats, and you can add some cinnamon, peanut butter, and/or salt for flavor (that’s how I love mine!). I eat oats almost every single day—because they keep me full for minimal calories, they’re cheap, and they taste great!
BEST carbs for weight loss: Sweet potatoes
Sweet potatoes have tons of fiber and water, so they fill you up! They are DELICIOUS as is, or with a little bit of coconut oil and cinnamon. Sweet potatoes are seriously one of my fave foods–and I used to hate them lol!
BEST carbs for weight loss: Wild rice/brown rice/quinoa
Like sweet potatoes, whole grains have fiber that fills you up. Personally, I don’t eat a ton of rice since even the whole grain variety doesn’t fill me up very much, and I’d prefer to have a protein source, but if you like them, go for a small portion.
BEST carbs for weight loss: Lentils/beans
Beans are high in fiber, protein, magnesium, potassium, and iron. Because they’re so high in fiber, they’re considered low on the glycemic index, meaning that they won’t raise your blood sugar levels that much after eating them.
BEST carbs for weight loss: Vegetables
Eat your veggies!! Veggies are low in calories and high in fiber and nutrients. Don’t limit your veggies—the more the better!! Try to vary your veggie intake and eat a variety of colors =)
How many carbs should you eat each day?
That’s hard to answer since it’s really going to depend on what your goals are and how much you weigh. Personally, I have 1-2 servings of carbs a day (1/2 cup oats for breakfast and 1/2 cup of another source at either lunch or dinner, plus 2 pieces of fruit).
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Hiiiii! I’m Rachel. I lost 80 pounds after I had my son and now help other moms get their bodies back! I'm obsessed with: adventure, champagne, chocolate, peanut butter, and yoga pants.
A lot of people think that you need to cut out all carbs to lose weight. That’s really not a good idea! Your body NEEDS carbs to thrive, to get through your workouts, and to feel your best. 
