The only real problem with sodium (for people with no health issues) is that if you're eating inconsistent amounts - a lot one day, a little the next - it can cause weight fluctuations that may be frustrating. It won't stop you from losing weight over time.
As for the carbs - what is your goal? I guess I should ask, what is the daily plate's goal for you? The right balance of macronutrients (carbs, fat, protein) is something fairly unique for each person... in general, calories are what matter most, but there are a lot of people who don't have any real health issues but can't seem to lose weight on high carb diets, or high fat diets, or whatever else. Others, like me, seem to be able to eat whatever ratios we want and lose weight just fine.
I guess for now, I'd advocate being sure that the carbs you're eating are worthwhile (whole grains, fruits, veggies) but not really worrying about the numbers. After a month or so, if you're not losing as much as you'd expect based on your calorie level, you could do some tweaking. Also, if you find yourself hungry all the time, you could adjust it - fat and protein generally keep you full longer than carbs.
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