After adhering to a low-carb diet for a period of time, you may find that your sugar cravings have subsided, but you still have weight to lose, according to "Contemporary Nutrition." Following a low-carb diet and the Weight Watchers weight loss program will enable you to shed your extra pounds by practicing portion control, as well as keeping your blood glucose levels stable, according to "Handbook of Obesity Treatment."
Step 1
Attend a Weight Watchers meeting or sign up for the online weight loss program. According to "Weight Watchers Weight Loss That Lasts," you will be told about the POINT system, the unit of measure used in the Weight Watchers plan, when you attend your first meeting or enroll in the online program. Weight Watchers POINTS are derived using a formula of calories, fiber and fat grams.
Step 2
Choose low-carb foods to fulfill your POINTS requirement each day. Though not required, "Weight Watchers Weight Loss That Lasts" suggests choosing foods that are low in fat because they are also lower in POINTS than their higher-fat counterparts. Low-carb, low-POINT foods include egg whites, skinless chicken breast, lean red meat and fish.
Step 3
Incorporate fruits and vegetables that are low in carbs, such as watermelon, lettuce, broccoli and berries, to maintain a balanced diet. These foods are also low in POINTS.
Step 4
Eat a variety of foods with low carbs that are zero POINTS, such as non-starchy vegetables and sugar-free gelatin, if you find yourself hungry after eating all of your POINTS for the day.
References
- "Weight Watchers Weight Loss That Lasts"; Dr. James Rippe and Weight Watchers; 2004
- "Contemporary Nutrition"; Gordon Wardlaw and Anne Smith; 2007
- "Handbook of Obesity Treatment"; Thomas Wadden and Dr. Albert Stunkard; 2004
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