How many carbs per day?

I am 57 and weigh about 240.  Would like to get down to about 205.  I have no time frame for the loss of weight. Oh I’m 6’1” tall.  

I am trying to figure out how many carbs per day to set as my goal. I’d like to have one cheat day a week if possible. 

What wouldne a good start for carbs per day?  Thanks

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    • Josh
    • Josh.3
    • 5 yrs ago
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    Mine are set at 18 carbs per day. I average 7. As far as cheat days don’t do it. If you scroll down in the Blog section it explains why. I do know a couple that cheats once every 2 months or so and they complain all the time cause they aren’t getting satisfactory results. But everybody reacts differently to diets

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    • RhondaH
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    • Rhonda3
    • 5 yrs ago
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    I cheated and it wasn't good! Gained 3 lbs and it took a few days to get back into ketosis! Not worth it, to me. 

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    • Mark
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    • 5 yrs ago
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    Josh  7 carbs?  Can I ask what you eat for the day to stay as low as 7 carbs?  I need ideas here. Thanks

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  • I have 20-30 a day

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    • Josh
    • Josh.3
    • 5 yrs ago
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    Mark  I’ve gone with zero carbs. 99% of meat has no carbs. To get my fat to make up for proteins I use MCT coconut oil.  If your stomach can’t handle the oil, mayo works. Spinach also has zero carbs as well as kraut. Green olives are awesome for snacking but be careful what brand or you’ll get carbs

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