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The human body derives its energy primarily from three nutrients: carbohydrates, protein, and fat. A low-carb diet refers to a diet that strictly limits carbohydrate intake while increasing the consumption of protein and fat. The ketogenic diet is an example of a low-carb diet where carbohydrates account for 10% or less of caloric intake.

Blood glucose, commonly referred to as blood sugar, is primarily generated from the digestion and metabolism of carbohydrates in food. Therefore, a low-carb diet helps reduce and stabilize blood sugar levels, making it beneficial for managing diabetes, obesity, and other metabolic disorders.

When you spend $12 CAD on an average takeout meal box, have you ever thought about how this "bargain" might be slowly draining your health?

Fatty liver disease, characterized by excess fat accumulation in the liver, has become increasingly common in recent years. In China, the prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) has been rising rapidly, with 44.4% of adults affected, reflecting a major public health challenge. Similarly, in the United States, approximately 24% of adults are affected by NAFLD, with 1.5% to 6.5% progressing to non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a more severe form of the disease.

Recently, a male customer complained to us that our low-carb meals are "too small, too expensive, and not worth it—especially without rice, they don't fill you up." We completely understand this feedback, but we’d like to take this opportunity to explain the fundamental differences between low-carb meals and regular takeout, and why they may not be suitable for everyone.

Traditional Chinese cuisine has been celebrated for thousands of years for its vibrant colors, enticing aromas, rich flavors, and artful presentation. Yet, as chronic diseases surge in China, more and more people—and even the World Health Organization (WHO)—are calling attention to some potential pitfalls lurking behind those beautiful dishes. In this blog post, I’ll explore how the traditional emphasis on “color, aroma, taste, and form” might miss the mark nutritionally, why this could be fueling China’s chronic disease boom, and what changes we can make to ensure our meals are both delicious and health-forward.

Corn oil is a vegetable oil extracted from corn germ, mainly used for cooking, frying, and baking. Below, we discuss its source, production process, and why it is not recommended from a low-carb ketogenic diet perspective, including the potential health risks associated with genetically modified components and the use of glufosinate. At Sugarless, we abide by the generally accepted low carb/keto diet standards which exclude the use of corn oil and other seed oils.

Canola oil (also known as rapeseed oil) has raised some concerns regarding its use in a healthy diet, particularly related to inflammation and genetic modification. Here are several reasons why you might want to consider avoiding canola oil.

A low-carb diet is characterized by reducing carbohydrate intake to promote better blood sugar control, weight management, and overall health. Generally speaking, a diet can be considered low-carb when carbohydrates account for **less than 26% of total daily caloric intake**. However, to maintain blood sugar levels within an ideal range, it is often recommended to keep carbohydrate content at 15 grams or less per meal, especially avoiding easily digestible carbohydrates like refined sugars and starches.

Something interesting happened recently! Right after we opened, a competitor bought our low-carb meals, hoping to copy our taste and quality, only to find out it’s not that easy! Check out why they couldn’t match us~

SugarLess is a restaurant dedicated to low-carb, ketogenic healthy eating, not your typical low-calorie, weight-loss takeout. Many weight-loss meals claim to be low-carb and sugar-free, but in reality, they only avoid added sugars, while starchy ingredients like rice, pasta, and grains are sugars in disguise!