Low carb while breastfeeding ??

Question

Hi everyone! I am sure this question has been asked before, but just wondering if a low-carb diet, like Atkins, is safe while breastfeeding? I have read theories such as when someone does a low-carb diet, toxins are released into the breastmilk, making it unsafe for the baby to drink? Also, is it harmful to milk supply as long as calorie intake is above 1500 calories per day? I know that losing more than 2lbs per week is not healthy for milk supply. My baby is now 7 weeks!! My supply is sensitive, anyway. However, I would love to lose the extra baby weight I am carrying (30lbs), but do not want to jeopardize my milk

Answer

From what I’ve heard, if you’re breastfeeding and trying to do a low carb diet, it’s likely that your body will keep holding onto the weight. It needs some way to feed the baby, so if it doesn’t get the extra nutrients it needs it holds onto the excess weight as a way to ensure you can still produce milk... I’m not sure if I’m making sense but there’s an article out there somewhere.

Answer

Those who EBF, usually start to lose weight without doing anything active for it, after about a couple of months after birth. Average weight loss is ½ - 1 kg a month, and for those who are normal weight, it is not recommended to go down more than this. It is not recommended to do extreme diets.
Women who are overweight can probably go down a little more without affecting milk production. However, an intake of less than 1500 kcal per day gives the majority of reduced milk production. Such a small amount of calories also leads to increased release of pollutants from the fat tissue.
Studies clearly show that if you only reduce your intake of calories to lose weight, this gives a big loss of muscle mass and less fat loss. Trimming in addition to reducing calorie intake (after the completion of the completion period), you retain muscle mass and almost lose fat. Energetic workouts in exercise noise and a stroller are great!
Of course, you must observe the child's condition and weight when mom is actively losing weight. Also, mother should consider her own health and quality of life for the slimming to go beyond any of this. If in doubt, consult a doctor.
From the Norwegian breastfeeding association.

Low carb while breastfeeding ??

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