Key points from article :
Low-carb diets produce better cardiovascular and metabolic profiles than low-fat, higher-carb diets.
164 obese/overweight adults followed one of three weight-loss maintenance diets (low-, moderate-, and high-carb diets) for 5 months.
Low-carb diet had three times the saturated fat of the high-carb diet (21% vs 7%).
“Low-carb diet did not adversely affect LDL cholesterol, despite having saturated fat levels,” - David Ludwig, lead author.
Improved a range of blood lipids related to cardiovascular disease and insulin resistance.
Also increased adiponectin, a hormone that promotes sensitivity to insulin and protects against atherosclerosis.
“Low-carb diet reduced lipoprotein(a), a risk factor for atherosclerosis, heart disease, and stroke,” - Ludwig.
Refined carbohydrates cause spikes in blood sugar and insulin that slow metabolism, increase hunger, and lead to weight gain.
"Low-carb diets are appropriate for children," - Ludwig.
Study by Boston Children’s Hospital published in AJCN.
