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Low-carb diet
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3 recommendations across 3 experts · 3 episodes
0 endorse
2 nuanced
1 avoid
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Terry SimpsonAvoidsThe Proof with Simon Hill
Caution against low-carb diets long-term; correlation with obesity rise, doesn't work for many, lacks evidence for sustained benefit.
“low carb people really didn't do well, by the way, long term
TP▶ 47:00Certaintyexplicitmild caution -
Andrea GlennNuancedThe Proof with Simon Hill
Avoid animal-based low-carb diets; if low-carb, prioritize plant-based sources and whole grains over refined.
“animal based had a 39% increased risk
TP▶ 1:13:20DosageHealthy plant-based low-carb (~30-40% energy from carbs) reduced T2D risk by 16%CaveatsNot ketogenic-level restrictionCertaintyexplicitrecommendation -
Less than 40% calories from carbs; effective for short-term weight loss and improves some biomarkers but may raise LDL/ApoB.
TD▶ 40:30Dosage<40% of calories from carbsCaveatsMay raise LDL/ApoB; limit saturated fatCertaintyhedgedrecommendation