Plateaus are common in any diet. Once your body adjusts to the amount and type of food you're eating, weight loss will slow down. It is also possible to "fall off the wagon" when following a low-carb diet. According to Wilstar's Low-Carb Pavilion, some people are very sensitive to carbs, and even increasing the amount consumed by just a few grams can stall weight loss.
Step 1
Keep a food diary. Write down everything you eat and drink. Note how many grams of carbs are in everything you consume. Many products contain hidden carbs, so you might be eating more than you even realize. Read nutrition labels on sauces, canned vegetables and soups, beverages and even processed meats like sausages, ham and hot dogs. Depending on the brand, all of these products may contain carbs.
Step 2
Cut down on carbs even more. Start by eliminating the hidden carbs in processed foods. Stick to basic carbs such as cereal, potatoes and bread, so you can keep count of everything you're eating more easily. According to EveryDiet.org, in a low-carb diet you're consuming less than 39 percent of your calorie intake from carb sources. If you're eating more than that, try cutting back and seeing if that jump-starts your weight loss.
Step 3
Try a zero-carb day. Or try the Atkins diet induction phase for a week or two. During induction, you're only allowed 20 g of carbs per day, and most of those should come from non-starchy vegetables.
Step 4
Exercise more. Increase your current routine by five to 10 minutes. Or switch to a more intense form of exercise. For example, try hiking in the countryside instead of taking a walk at the local park. Or start using weights instead of just doing cardio.
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