Skimping on Vegetables

Time and time again, people tell me they don't feel good eating a diet lower in carbohydrates, and it turns out they are eating almost no vegetables or fruit. This will not work in the long run. My low-carb pyramid has vegetables at the base; in other words, you should be eating more of them than any other food! Fruit, too, especially fruit low in sugar, has an important role in a complete low-carb diet.  And these extremely healthy foods contain the micronutrients your body needs to function well and stay healthy—so they won't just help your waistline. They'll go a long way toward preventing chronic disease. As a rule, half your plate or more should be filled with vegetables.  Incorporate more veggies into your day. 

Comment:  I found this article and have determined that I fit into the group of people who eats too little fruit and veggies.  I seem to stress on keeping the carbs low and see all veggies and fruit as nothing but carbs.  I’m now trying to add more to my diet.  I love those little ‘Cuties’ that are out this time of year.  I love bananas.  I love Kiwi.  I also love cabbage, raw carrots and spinach.  So, as I work up my dishes, I’m trying to add as many of the veggies I love as possible.  I’m still running low on my calorie intake, a lot of the time under 1,000 in a day.  I’m still running either high on protein and low on carbs or high on carbs and low on protein.  And yes, I’m still trying to understand and balance it all out.