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Macro partitioning
A low-carbohydrate diet (LCD) results in lower subjective hunger (being bothered by hunger) compared to a low-fat diet (LFD) over a 2-year period.
If you switch to a low-carb diet, you may find that hunger is less of a bother compared to a low-fat diet. This doesn't mean you won't feel hunger, but the distress associated with it may be lower, potentially aiding long-term adherence.
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The LCD group reported being less bothered by hunger compared to the LFD group.
Why this rating
RCT with 2-year duration, subjective measures (VAS).
Source
Change in Food Cravings, Food Preferences, and Appetite During a Low‐Carbohydrate and Low‐Fat Diet
Corby K. Martin et al. · Obesity · 2011
DOI 10.1038/oby.2011.62
rct · n=270Cited 186×
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