Experts: Carbs are not the enemy in health, wellness battle | Health.mil

Experts: Carbs are not the enemy in health, wellness battle | Health.mil

Experts: Carbs are not the enemy in health, wellness battle

Diets that restrict carbohydrates have their share of followers looking to lose weight. The ketogenic diet, for example, calls for slashing carbs to about 5 percent of calories consumed daily, with fats comprising at least 75 percent, and proteins about 15-20 percent. In comparison, the National Academies guidelines recommend carbohydrates comprise 45-65 percent of the daily diet, with fats at 20-35 percent, and proteins 10-35 percent.