Carbs are CRITICAL to long term health. Eating very low carb for too long can push the body into a stressed state because glucose is the easiest fuel for the brain and muscles to use. When carbs are too restricted, the body has to rely more on stress hormones like cortisol to break down protein and release stored sugar for energy. Over time this constant cortisol release can leave you feeling wired but tired, disrupt sleep, increase anxiety, and even slow down metabolism. Instead of creating bal