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Research Supporting a Low-Carb Diet
Studies show that following a low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet results in weight loss, lower cholesterol, and stable blood glucose.
The links below reference a small list of summaries from research that has been done on low-carb diets, fat intake, and nutrition relating to carbohydrates.
- Low-fat Diets May Not Be Best For Weight Loss, Study Suggests
- Table Comparing Low-Fat and Low-Carbohydrate Diets
- New Duke Findings Corroborate Earlier Studies Demonstrating Benefits of Low-Carb Diet
- Cincinnati Study Shows Short-Term Effectiveness of Low-Carb Diet
- University of Connecticut Studies Indicate Ketosis is Safe
- Saturated Fat Does Not Pose Heart Risk in Men
- Health effects of trans fatty acids
- Low Carbohydrate Diet Beneficial for Men with Uncontrolled Diabetes
- Insulin Resistance Linked to Diabetes and Other Disorders
- Effects of Sustained Ketosis on Metabolism
- Does a Low-Carb Diet Hinder Brain Function?
- Low Carb Diet Effective, Study Shows
- Effects of a Very-Low-Carbohydrate Diet with Nutritional Supplementation
- Compound in Meat Prevents Diabetes
- Replacement of Starch with Saturated Fat in Patients with Diabetes Studied
- Consuming more protein, fewer carbohydrates may be healthier
- Heart Disease Related to Glycemic Load
- Conference Report of Low-Carbohydrate, High-Protein Diets, Part 1
- Conference Report of Low-Carbohydrate, High-Protein Diets, Part 2
- Response of Body Weight to Carbs and Fat
- Cholesterol Myths (Off Site)
- The low fat/low cholesterol diet is ineffective (Off Site)
Most sources, like the USDA, that promote low fat and low cholesterol consumption typically make statements that begin with claims such as, "numerous studies have shown...." or "there has been much research that suggests...." but without actually listing specific research. In fact, drilling down into some of the studies that are sometimes listed shows that either the studies were flawed, or that the conclusions regarding fat and cholesterol were exaggerated. However, in the interest of fairness, some links to sites advocating reduced fat or vegetarian diets are listed below.
- USDA Dietary Guidelines
This is the standard advice on nutrition updated in 2000 by the USDA. No research studies are referenced.
- High cholesterol elevates women's risk of stroke death
This study seems to link high total cholesterol in young women with a certain type of stroke.
- High Cholesterol: What You Need to Know (NIH)
This is the standard "party line" advice about cholesterol from the NIH, without a single reference to a bona fide scientific study.
- Protein Myths (surrounding vegetarian diets)
This is a pro-vegetarian site. It's purpose is to debunk "myths" about vegetarianism, but it points to no studies to back up its claims.
- Discovering the Sunny Side of Eggs
This report is a mixed bag for low-carb dieters. It vindicates eggs, but still vilifies the bacon.
- On Your Health: Facts about Fats
This site seems to present "fat facts" in an authoritative manner, but it never documents any of its claims about fats with research.
- Margarine Lowers Cholesterol in Adults and Children
This summary is from the National Association of Margarine Manufacturers. Enough said.
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