Bob weights about 30 pounds over weight and he has type 2 diabetes. He is not on medication for his diabetes but is trying to control his blood sugars with diet and exercise. He would like to shed pounds quickly with a low carbohydrate diet. The diet allows an unlimited amount of beef, chicken, and fish as well as limited fruits and vegetables. Breads, grains, and cereals are not allowed. Bob is thrilled with his initial rapid weight loss, but after a weigh or two, his weight loss starts to slow. He begins to feel tired and light-headed. He is having headaches and notices a funny smell on his breath. Explain why Bob is tired, is light-headed, and has headaches and an unusual odor on his breath. What dietary changes could you suggest to reduce these symptoms?

Bob can add fresh herbal teas such as cloves, cinnamon, mint and fennel to his diet, as well as including a large intake of water during the day. Consume eggs and dark leafy vegetables.

Explanation:

The symptoms Bob is experiencing are due to the low consumption of carbohydrates and sugars in his diet. Although it seems that this diet is disadvantageous, Bob needs to continue with it in order to control diabetes, but some modifications can be made so that he has milder symptoms, while his body gets used to it.

It is important that he takes fresh herbal teas to control bad breath. Water will also help with this symptom, in addition to reducing dizziness and tiredness, which will also be reduced with the consumption of eggs and dark green leafy vegetables.