It's Your Health!

Three problems may arise when practicing a low-carb diet:

1. Ketosis: This can alter your body biochemistry, which increases the need for essential nutrients.

2. Ketosis may require specific nutrients to work properly.

3. Low-carb diets are not thought to be "balanced diets." Consequently, not all-necessary nutrients are provided in the foods a low carb dieter does consume.

Your best bet is to do some research and learn what nutrients are essential so you can supply your body with necessary nutrients to compensate for the changes in your diet.

Pay particular attention to the vitamins that aid brain metabolism and energy metabolism.

Over-the-counter potassium supplements usually contain 99 milligrams per tablet. The average American diet provides two to six grams of potassium per day, so you see how little you can get actually get with these supplements.

If your doctor prescribed a potassium formula, do follow his or her recommendation.