{"id":43727,"date":"2022-06-10T01:26:10","date_gmt":"2022-06-10T01:26:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=43727"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"banting-diet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/","title":{"rendered":"The Banting Diet: History, How It Works, And Everything Else You Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#How_Does_The_Banting_Diet_Work\" >How Does The Banting Diet Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Phase_1_Observation_Week_1\" >Phase 1: Observation (Week 1)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Phase_2_Restoration_Week_2-12\" >Phase 2: Restoration (Week 2-12)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Phase_3_%E2%80%93_Transformation_As_Long_as_It_Takes_To_Reach_Your_Goal_Weight\" >Phase 3 &#8211; Transformation (As Long as It Takes To Reach Your Goal Weight)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Phase_4_%E2%80%93_Preservation_For_Life\" >Phase 4 &#8211; Preservation (For Life)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Is_The_Banting_Diet_Effective_For_Weight_Loss\" >Is The Banting Diet Effective For Weight Loss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Additional_Benefits_Of_The_Banting_Diet\" >Additional Benefits Of The Banting Diet<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Improved_Metabolic_Markers\" >Improved Metabolic Markers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Reduced_Inflammation\" >Reduced Inflammation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Improved_Brain_Health\" >Improved Brain Health<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#What_Are_The_Dangers_Of_Banting\" >What Are The Dangers Of Banting?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Highly_Restrictive\" >Highly Restrictive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Unhealthy_Amounts_Of_Fat\" >Unhealthy Amounts Of Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Potential_Side_Effects\" >Potential Side Effects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Increased_Risk_Of_Kidney_Stones\" >Increased Risk Of Kidney Stones<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#How_To_Follow_The_Banting_Diet\" >How To Follow The Banting Diet<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Meal_Plan_And_Prep\" >Meal Plan And Prep<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Listen_To_Your_Body\" >Listen To Your Body<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Make_Sure_Youre_Getting_Enough_Nutrients\" >Make Sure You&#8217;re Getting Enough Nutrients<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Banting diet has a long and complicated history. It was first proposed in the 1860s by a British undertaker named William Banting. He had been struggling with his weight for years and claimed that he&#8217;d finally found the answer in a diet low in carbohydrates. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Banting diet quickly caught on, and by the early 1900s, it was one of the most popular diets in the world. But as with any fad diet, there were skeptics. The medical community was largely skeptical of the Banting diet, and it wasn&#8217;t until the 1970s that it began to be taken seriously again (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC1317063\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the early 2000s, a new wave of interest in low-carb diets began, led by doctors like Robert Atkins and Tim Noakes. The Banting diet and various versions of it suddenly became popular again, and it has remained one of the most popular diets in the world ever since. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, how does the Banting diet work? Read on to find out.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Banting_Diet\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_The_Banting_Diet_Work\"><\/span><strong>How Does The Banting Diet Work?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The original Banting diet was very simple: eat as much meat, fat, and vegetables as you want, and avoid sugar, starch, and beer (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC1317063\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This is still the basic premise of the diet today.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Banting diet is based on the theory that carbohydrates are the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sonoma-diet-recipe\/\">main cause<\/a> of weight gain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3093919\/#:~:text=Consuming%20a%20low%2Dcarbohydrate%20(approximately,to%2064%25%20energy%20from%20carbohydrates.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you eat carbohydrates, your body breaks them down into sugar, which is used for energy with any excess being stored as fat. By avoiding carbohydrates, you can supposedly lose weight without having to calorie count or exercise (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3093919\/#:~:text=Consuming%20a%20low%2Dcarbohydrate%20(approximately,to%2064%25%20energy%20from%20carbohydrates.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tim Noakes, one of the most prominent proponents of the Banting diet, claims that it&#8217;s not just about weight loss. He says that the Banting diet can also help improve your overall health by reducing your risk of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.capetalk.co.za\/articles\/248626\/tim-noakes-stands-by-banting-diet-with-a-few-modifications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In his book, The Real Meal Revolution, Noakes revised the original Banting diet into four distinct phases.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_1_Observation_Week_1\"><\/span><strong>Phase 1: Observation (Week 1)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the first week, you&#8217;re simply supposed to observe and take note of how your body reacts to different foods. There&#8217;s no strict list of what you can and can&#8217;t eat, but Noakes recommends avoiding processed foods, sugary drinks, bread, pastries, rice, pasta, potatoes, fruit, and beer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/grain-free-diet\/\">Grain-Free Diet: Healthy Or Not? Here\u2019s What The Experts Say<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Banting_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43546 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-207512-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Fasting\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-207512.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-207512-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-207512.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-207512-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-207512.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_2_Restoration_Week_2-12\"><\/span><strong>Phase 2: Restoration (Week 2-12)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on how much weight you need to lose, you&#8217;ll spend anywhere from two to twelve weeks in phase 2. This phase is designed to restore gut health and jumpstart weight loss. During this phase, you&#8217;ll slowly acclimatize to the low-carbohydrate diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;ll start to follow Noakes&#8217; food list which classifies foods as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Green<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; you may eat as much as you want of these foods. Unprocessed animal protein, butter, ghee, hard cheeses, fermented foods except kombucha,\u00a0 and most vegetables except starchy ones are all considered green foods.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Orange<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; you can eat these foods in moderation. This includes nuts and nut butter, dairy, legumes and pulses, kombucha, fruits, and vegetables.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Light red<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; you should avoid these foods as much as possible. These include smoothies and vegetable juices, treats and chocolate, gluten-free grains and flours.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Red<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; You should never ever eat these foods. They include foods containing gluten, sugar and foods containing added sugars, seed oils, vegetable oils, and margarine. It also contains fast foods, energy drinks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gray<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; it&#8217;s complicated. This food category includes those that would slow down your progress so whether you eat them or not is left to your discretion. Sugar-free desserts, artificial sweeteners, alcoholic beverages, and vegetarian proteins.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_3_%E2%80%93_Transformation_As_Long_as_It_Takes_To_Reach_Your_Goal_Weight\"><\/span><strong>Phase 3 &#8211; Transformation (As Long as It Takes To Reach Your Goal Weight)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phase 3 is the fat burning stage of the Banting diet. The goal is to achieve ketosis, a state in which your body is using fat for energy instead of carbs. To achieve ketosis, you&#8217;ll need to stick to the green and orange foods on the food list.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;ll also need to test your ketone levels regularly to make sure you&#8217;re in ketosis. This can be done with urine strips, breathalyzer, or blood tests.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Banting_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43332 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5957-1024x576.png\" alt=\"banting diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5957.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5957-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5957.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5957.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_4_%E2%80%93_Preservation_For_Life\"><\/span><strong>Phase 4 &#8211; Preservation (For Life)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you reach your goal weight, you&#8217;ll need to stay in phase 4 for the rest of your life to maintain your weight loss. The maintenance phase is similar to phase 3, but you can add in some of the light red and gray foods back into your diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Looking for a way to <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Banting_Diet\">break the vicious cycle of weight loss<\/a> and tone up all the jiggly parts? Watch the extra pounds fly off and your muscles firm up with the BetterMe app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_The_Banting_Diet_Effective_For_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><strong>Is The Banting Diet Effective For Weight Loss<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is limited research on the Banting diet&#8217;s effectiveness for weight loss. However, there&#8217;s some evidence supporting the Low Carb, High Fat\u00a0 (LCHF) approach. Here is how it works:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you restrict carbohydrates, your body is forced to burn fat for energy. This process is known as ketosis.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ketosis has several possible benefits, including weight loss, reduced hunger, and improved mental clarity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8153354\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A meta-analysis found that people who followed a very low-carb diet lost more weight than those who followed a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23651522\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">low-fat diet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8153354\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that a low-carb diet was more effective for weight loss than a low-fat diet (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nejm.org\/doi\/full\/10.1056\/nejmoa0708681\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several mechanisms that explain how the LCHF diet might cause weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First, when you restrict carbohydrates, your body is forced to burn fat for energy. This process is known as ketosis and it has several possible benefits, including weight loss, reduced hunger, and improved mental clarity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8153354\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Second, low-carb diets tend to be higher in protein and fiber, both of which are satiating nutrients that promote fullness and reduce hunger (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nejm.org\/doi\/full\/10.1056\/nejmoa0708681\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thirdly, the thermogenic effect of eating protein is higher than that of carbohydrates and fat, meaning that your body burns more calories digesting protein (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nejm.org\/doi\/full\/10.1056\/nejmoa0708681\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fourthly, low-carb diets tend to reduce water weight, which can lead to quick initial weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nejm.org\/doi\/full\/10.1056\/nejmoa0708681\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sirtfood-diet\/\">Sirtfood Diet For Weight Loss: How Does It Work?<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Banting_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43314 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5936-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5936.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5936-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5936.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5936.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Benefits_Of_The_Banting_Diet\"><\/span><strong>Additional Benefits Of The Banting Diet<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following a LCHF diet like the Banting diet may have other health benefits:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Metabolic_Markers\"><\/span><strong>Improved Metabolic Markers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metabolic markers are biomarkers that indicate how well your metabolism is functioning. Several studies have shown that low-carb diets can improve metabolic markers, including (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intechopen.com\/chapters\/62023\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reduced triglycerides:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Triglycerides are a type of fat found in the blood. High levels of triglycerides are associated with an increased risk of heart disease.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> LDL cholesterol is the &#8220;bad&#8221; type of cholesterol that can lead to plaque buildup in the arteries.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>High-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> HDL cholesterol is the &#8220;good&#8221; type of cholesterol that helps remove cholesterol from the body.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Blood sugar and insulin levels:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Insulin is a hormone that helps the body use sugar for energy. High insulin levels indicate insulin resistance, which can lead to diabetes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A review of 23 studies found that both low-carb and low-fat diets can improve all of these markers (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3530364\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduced_Inflammation\"><\/span><strong>Reduced Inflammation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inflammation is a normal immune response that helps protect the body from infection and injury. However, when inflammation becomes chronic, it can lead to a variety of health problems (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18046594\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low-carb diets have been shown to reduce inflammation markers in the blood. This effect might be credited to the reduced intake of pro-inflammatory foods, such as refined carbs and sugar, and the increased intake of anti-inflammatory foods, such as fatty fish and olive oil (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18046594\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In one study, people with obesity who followed a low-carb diet for eight weeks had significantly lower levels of the inflammatory markers C-reactive protein (CRP) and interleukin-6 (IL-6) than those who followed a low-fat diet (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18046594\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Banting_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42197 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5914.png\" alt=\"banting diet\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5914.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5914-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5914.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Brain_Health\"><\/span><strong>Improved Brain Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study in mice found that a ketogenic diet can help protect the brain from damage caused by traumatic brain injury by reducing inflammation and improving nerve function (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41598-021-02849-0\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Test tube and animal studies also suggest that one ketone in particular may help protect neurons in models of Alzheimer\u2019s disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8153354\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Banting applies the same principles as the ketogenic <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/south-beach-diet-meals\/\">diet<\/a> and may have similar effects on brain health, however more research is needed to understand the implications in humans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you tend to let yourself off the hook, raise the white flag when things get tougher than you expected, send yourself on an unconscious binge-eating trip \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Banting_Diet\">BetterMe app is here to help you<\/a> leave all of these sabotaging habits in the past!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Dangers_Of_Banting\"><\/span><strong>What Are The Dangers Of Banting?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the Banting diet is generally thought to be safe for those who aren\u2019t pregnant and who don\u2019t have any medical conditions, there are a few potential risks to be aware of:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Highly_Restrictive\"><\/span><strong>Highly Restrictive<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Highly restrictive <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/psoriasis-detox-diet\/\">diets<\/a> are often difficult to follow long-term and may lead to nutrient deficiencies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Banting diet is a prime example of this, as it eliminates entire food groups, including fruits, starchy vegetables, legumes, and dairy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This lack of variety can make the diet difficult to stick to in the long run and may lead to nutrient deficiencies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, eliminating dairy means you\u2019ll miss out on important nutrients, such as calcium and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ovo-vegetarian-meal-plan\/\">vitamin D<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, cutting out starchy vegetables and legumes can lead to a lack of fiber in the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/active-rest-day\/\">diet<\/a>. Fiber is important for gut health and promoting regularity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/19335713\/#:~:text=Individuals%20with%20high%20intakes%20of,pressure%20and%20serum%20cholesterol%20levels.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Banting_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42202 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-3542-1024x576.png\" alt=\"banting diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-3542.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-3542-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-3542.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-3542-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-3542.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unhealthy_Amounts_Of_Fat\"><\/span><strong>Unhealthy Amounts Of Fat<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturated fat is the type of fat that is most associated with heart disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/news\/press-releases\/saturated-fats-increased-heart-disease-risk\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Like most LCHF diets, the Banting diet includes large amounts of saturated fat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Animal protein, such as red meat and full-fat dairy, is also high in saturated fat. While this type of fat isn\u2019t necessarily a problem in <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/osteoporosis-diet-plan\/\">small amounts<\/a>, eating too much of it can increase your risk of heart disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/news\/press-releases\/saturated-fats-increased-heart-disease-risk\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, the Banting <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/no-processed-food-diet-menu\/\">diet<\/a> includes large amounts of animal <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/no-carb-no-sugar-diet-meal-plan\/\">protein<\/a>, which has been linked to an increased risk of certain types of cancer (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/osher.ucsf.edu\/patient-care\/integrative-medicine-resources\/cancer-and-nutrition\/faq\/animal-protein-cancer-risk\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To reduce your risk of these health problems, it\u2019s important to limit your intake of saturated fat and animal protein. Lean poultry, fish, and plant-based proteins are all <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microbiome-diet-shopping-list\/\">good alternatives<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Potential_Side_Effects\"><\/span><strong>Potential Side Effects<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Banting diet is safe for most people, but there are a few potential side effects to be aware of, such as (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bantingdietplan.com\/what-are-the-side-effects-of-banting-diet\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headaches\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Constipation\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dizziness\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muscle cramps\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bad breath<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These side effects are typically mild and go away on their own as your body adjusts to the diet. However, if you experience any severe or persistent side effects, stop following the diet and consult your doctor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Banting_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42168 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5865.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5865.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5865-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5865.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increased_Risk_Of_Kidney_Stones\"><\/span><strong>Increased Risk Of Kidney Stones<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following a high-fat diet like Banting may increase your risk of kidney stones. This is because eating more fat can lead to higher levels of calcium in the urine (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7146511\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kidney stones are small, hard deposits that form in the kidneys. They are typically painless but can cause severe pain if they become lodged in the urinary tract (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7146511\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have a history of kidney stones, you may want to avoid following the Banting diet or any other high-fat diet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Follow_The_Banting_Diet\"><\/span><strong>How To Follow The Banting Diet<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re interested in trying the Banting diet, there are a few things you should know. First, the diet is not for everyone. If you have diabetes or another medical condition, you should speak to your doctor before starting the diet. Pregnant women should not limit their carbohydrate intake.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Second, the diet can be difficult to follow. It&#8217;s very restrictive and requires you to give up many foods that you may enjoy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Third, the diet may not be sustainable in the long-term. This is because it&#8217;s very difficult to stick to such a restrictive diet for a long period of time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fourth, the diet may not be safe for everyone. Some people may experience side effects such as fatigue, headaches, and constipation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bantingdietplan.com\/what-are-the-side-effects-of-banting-diet\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If you experience any of these side effects, speak to your doctor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to try the Banting diet, there are a few things you can do to increase your chances of success:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Banting_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42157 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-3983.png\" alt=\"banting diet\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-3983.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-3983-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-3983.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meal_Plan_And_Prep\"><\/span><strong>Meal Plan And Prep<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meal planning is essential on the Banting diet. This is because you&#8217;ll need to be very mindful of the foods you&#8217;re eating and make sure you&#8217;re getting enough nutrients.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few things you should keep in mind when meal planning:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Choose nutrient-dense foods:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> focus on getting plenty of healthy fats, protein, and vegetables.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cook in bulk<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: cook large meals and portion them out for the week. This will make it easier to stick to the diet and save you time.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Be prepared:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> always have snacks on hand in case you get hungry. Good options include hard-boiled eggs, nuts, and seeds.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Listen_To_Your_Body\"><\/span><strong>Listen To Your Body<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s important to listen to your body when following the Banting diet. This is because the diet can be very restrictive and may not be right for everyone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re feeling fatigued, headaches, constipation, or any other side effects, speak to your doctor. They may recommend that you stop following the diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, if you&#8217;re struggling to stick to the diet, it may not be right for you. It&#8217;s important to find a diet that you can stick to in the long-term.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Banting_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42110 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5808-1024x576.png\" alt=\"banting diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5808.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5808-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5808.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5808-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5808.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_Sure_Youre_Getting_Enough_Nutrients\"><\/span><strong>Make Sure You&#8217;re Getting Enough Nutrients<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the Banting diet eliminates entire food groups, it&#8217;s important to make sure you&#8217;re getting enough nutrients. This is especially important if you&#8217;re following the diet for an extended period of time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some nutrients you may need to focus on that may be lacking on the diet include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin C<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Iron<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calcium<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin D<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re struggling to get enough of these nutrients from food, speak to your doctor. They may recommend supplements to help you meet your needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Banting diet is a safe and effective weight loss tool that can also improve various other health markers. However, it is a highly restrictive diet that may be difficult to follow over the long-term.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re considering following the Banting diet, speak to your doctor first to make sure it\u2019s right for you. 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It was first proposed in the 1860s by a British undertaker named William Banting. He had been struggling with his weight for years and claimed that he&#8217;d finally found the answer in a diet low in carbohydrates. 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