A friend recently commented that it's easier to calculate your insulin to carb ratio when your beta cells don't produce any insulin. (yogafordiabetesblog.com)
You are free to start the diet with an increased carb ratio of say, 40 % carbs, 30 % fat and 30 % protein, and if you conclude that you are not losing any significant amount of weight, you can then decrease the carb percentage and see if that helps. (fitnessandpower.com)
Almonds have a similar protein - to - carb ratio at 30g to 15g per cup. (onnit.com)