And this advice may even apply if you are thin. For years I concluded that my sugar cravings were because I was thin and had no fat reserves. If I missed a meal, or if I didn't code with Gatorade by my side, my skin would feel like it was crawling. I'd then experience fatigue.

Reducing carbs was not easy. I felt withdrawal symptoms for weeks. But now, I can skip meals without becoming irritable. Fatigue after lunch doesn't happen anymore.

To offset the loss of calories, I eat more nuts. Also, when I eat a pasta based meal, I keep the portion small and add a can of sardines for the protein.

Agreed this has nothing to do with the OP.