Most studies I see are not controlled, and I always wanted to see what the results of an actual controlled study would be. I know it's not "real life" but it ends up seeming more scientifically valid as a study if inputs are actually strictly controlled.
So I come across this interesting piece.
https://www.vox.com/2018/2/21/17036004/do-low-carb-diets-work
It's not an article with a particular anti low-carb agenda per se. The last line is: "Tobias urged dieters not to lose sight of the bigger picture. 'Low-carb versus low-fat should not be the focus for people selecting a weight loss diet.' The focus, she said, should be on improving the quality of food that people eat instead."
Now, as an aside, I think that the debate is settled that low-carb diets are good for people with metabolic issues/diabetes (Type 2?) though
It seems that, notwithstanding some metabolic issues, minimizing highly processed foods, alcohol (especially beer) and leading a non-sedentary lifetsyle are a great start. I don't think following a strict diet that forbids non-berry fruits, potatoes and legumes is necessary.Those foods are all good pretty for you. You can be smart about carbs though, I guess. For example, if you eat a sandwich, the bread (I know, bread is evil, but it's an easy example) you choose could have double or triple the calories from it if you choose something like white Texas Toast vs smaller, healthier slices.
So I come across this interesting piece.
https://www.vox.com/2018/2/21/17036004/do-low-carb-diets-work
It's not an article with a particular anti low-carb agenda per se. The last line is: "Tobias urged dieters not to lose sight of the bigger picture. 'Low-carb versus low-fat should not be the focus for people selecting a weight loss diet.' The focus, she said, should be on improving the quality of food that people eat instead."
Now, as an aside, I think that the debate is settled that low-carb diets are good for people with metabolic issues/diabetes (Type 2?) though
It seems that, notwithstanding some metabolic issues, minimizing highly processed foods, alcohol (especially beer) and leading a non-sedentary lifetsyle are a great start. I don't think following a strict diet that forbids non-berry fruits, potatoes and legumes is necessary.Those foods are all good pretty for you. You can be smart about carbs though, I guess. For example, if you eat a sandwich, the bread (I know, bread is evil, but it's an easy example) you choose could have double or triple the calories from it if you choose something like white Texas Toast vs smaller, healthier slices.
