37 - 4 Low-Carb Diet Studies and What They're Not Telling You

Hey Mama! 

In this episode, I’m breaking down the science (and the hype) behind low-carb diets! 

We’ve all heard the promises—weight loss, better health, and more energy—but what do the studies really say? I take a closer look at several low-carb diet studies, pointing out some interesting findings along with their not-so-great flaws, like tiny sample sizes, short study periods, and, oh yeah, funding from organizations that really want low-carb to look good.

 Plus, without a clear definition of what “low-carb” actually means, how can we even compare results? My goal is to help you cut through the noise, think critically about diet research, and make choices that actually work for you. So grab a coffee (or a snack—no judgment here) and let’s get into it!

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Volek, J.S., Phinney, S.D., Forsythe, C.E. et al. Carbohydrate Restriction has a More Favorable Impact on the Metabolic Syndrome than a Low Fat Diet. Lipids 44, 297–309 (2009). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11745-008-3274-2

Dyson PA, Beatty S, Matthews DR. A low-carbohydrate diet is more effective in reducing body weight than healthy eating in both diabetic and non-diabetic subjects. Diabet Med. 2007;24(12):1430-1435. doi:10.1111/j.1464-5491.2007.02290.x

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