Low Carb or Low Fat?

This is one of the very few times I will be “scientific.”   I do believe a good plan is never a bad idea; but I also believe that instead of relying on some “diet plan,” we should bring our bodies into subjection to Christ and be in obedience to the Bible, which tells us that gluttony is a sin.   Do I always abide by my own words?   No, but I’m a work in progress, and each day is a fresh day with God's abundant mercies.  

From the research (mostly in magazines) I've done, I've put together the guide below, which may help you decide which eating plan is a better fit for you.    Keep in mind this is a very general and basic guideline:

Subcutaneous Fat ·     Jiggly fat ·     You can pinch and move around fat on your hips, thighs, butt, or stomach. ·      Your stomach moves to your sides when lying flat on your back.	Visceral Fat ·      Hard belly fat ·      Waist circumference of 35 inches or larger (measured around the belly button) ·      Belly stays put when lying on your back.
·         Is your belly bigger than your butt?	·         Is your butt bigger than your belly?
Best Eating Plan: Low carb ·         Lean protein ·         Non-starchy vegetables ·         Small, lower carb fruits ·         Eggs, full-fat cheese ·         Lots of water Avoid:  Sugar, white breads Very limited:   Grains Rarely:  Starchy vegetables	Best Eating Plan: Carb rich ·         Beans, potatoes, fruits ·         Grains ·         Whole grain breads ∙    Drink lots of water. Avoid:  Eating too fast, subsequently over-eating, because blood sugar rises slowly; your body needs more time to register fullness.
Why? People with subcutaneous fat are generally prone to higher blood sugar levels, and the hormone leptin (which should act as a fuel gauge, letting you know when you’re hungry or full) gets out of whack. Subcutaneous fat is very sensitive to insulin, and blood sugar can soar when overloaded with carbs.	Why? People with visceral fat generally have lower blood sugar levels, with more inflammation.   The liver is your fuel regulator, but with too much visceral fat, thus too much inflammation, the liver loses its ability to regulate glucose and fats.