Carb Cycling with Chris Powell for Maximum Weight Loss

Science shows that the body prefers to run on carbs. The body reacts positively to carbs when supported by a well-balanced assortment of protein and healthy fats. The optimum balance of these three nutrients is particularly important for optimum results on the Vemma Bod•ē Transformation Plan.*

Carbohydrates, Health and Wellness

Because of the important role carbohydrates play in health and wellness, each day starts with a Bod•ē Shake, giving you the perfect proportion of carbohydrates and protein for a great start to your day. On low carb days, the idea is to focus on protein and vegetable consumption and avoid the smart carbs, which include whole grains and fruit. After breakfast time your body will use the protein and healthy fat nutrients to obtain the glucose it needs.

On high carb days, you will have a Bod•ē Shake for breakfast and lunch, followed by a fist-sized serving of a smart carb, palm-sized amount of protein and veggies at each of the remaining three meals (two snacks and dinner). Providing your body with a healthy source of carbohydrates helps replenish glucose stores in the muscle and tissue. High carb days also help prevent your body from going into “starvation mode” (which may lead to a decreased metabolism).

Harness Total Carb-Cycling Power

Each week, you will have two cycles of two low carb days followed by a high carb day, followed by a guilt-free day on the seventh day of the week. By sticking to the Vemma Bod•ē Transformation Plan, you ensure that you gain maximum benefits of the Chris-Powell approved carb-cycling approach to weight loss.*

Chris Powell’s Tips to Carb Cycling

• On low carb and high carb days, kick start your body with a Bod•ē Shake for breakfast
• On high carb days, eat one serving of smart carbs with every meal
• Refer to the Smart Food Guide (add hyperlink to: http://www.vemma.com/bode/trainer/plan-overview.cfm) for a variety of smart carb choices
• Carb serving size is key (a fist-sized serving — don’t overdo it)
• Balance carbs with protein and veggies (unlimited veggies every day)
• Understand the role of carbs, nutrition and your health
• Bod•ē Shake at breakfast wakes up your metabolism with the perfect protein/carb balance

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Source: http://news.vemma.com/2012/12/31/carb-cycling-with-chris-powell-for-maximum-weight-loss/