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Low-carb diets are a popular choice for dropping pounds, and with good reason. "A low-carb diet can be an effective approach for weight loss, especially if someone's diet is high in refined grains, starch, sugar, and processed foods," said Beth Bluestone, RD, LD, a registered dietitian with the Cleveland Clinic. To be clear, we're talking about low-carb here, not the ketogenic diet, which is low in carbohydrates, but with the goal of putting your body into ketosis. You can read more about what the keto diet entails here.

Low-carb diets "can take many different forms," Beth told POPSUGAR. She noted that a low-carb eating plan typically emphasizes vegetables, fiber, lean protein, healthy fats, and no added sugar. The amount of carbs you'll eat depends on your individual needs, but "I typically look at the percent of total calories coming from carbohydrates," Beth said. "It could take some tweaking to find the right number that works for someone." (Here's a low-carb equation to use as a starting point.)

So what do you do if you've calculated your daily carbohydrate budget, have stuck with it faithfully, and still aren't losing weight (or are even gaining)? There are a number of factors that might contribute, but Beth listed a few common ones to watch out for.

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Look closely at your low-carb diet to learn why you're not seeing weight-loss results. Beth recommended meeting with a registered dietitian, who can help you analyze your diet and come up with a weight-loss plan that will work for you. To get a head start on your own, she suggested keeping a food log or journal. This can help you see what exactly you're eating and help you change your approach.

While a low-carb diet can be an effective weight loss strategy, Beth emphasized that it's not just about cutting your overall carbs; you also want to choose the healthiest kinds of carbs and foods in general. "Think about choosing foods that provide more nutritional value, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and protein," she said. "Moving away from packaged and processed food alone can help facilitate weight loss."

Want to try low-carb for yourself? Here's everything you can eat on a low-carb diet (good news: it's a lot!) and a low-carb eating plan to get you started.

Related: Make Weeknight Dinners a Breeze With These Simple Low-Carb Recipes

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3 Reasons You're Not Losing Weight on a Low-Carb Diet, According to a Dietitian - Yahoo Lifestyle

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