Research
Macro partitioning
Low-carbohydrate diets do not provide superior long-term weight loss compared to low-fat or Mediterranean diets when total energy intake is matched.
You don't need to follow a specific low-carb diet to lose weight long-term. Whether you choose low-carb, low-fat, or Mediterranean, the key is restricting total calories. Low-carb might help you lose weight faster in the first 6 months, but after a year, it's no better than other diets if you eat the same number of calories.
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Ultimately, these data suggest that weight loss depends more on restricting total energy intake than modification of the macronutrient distribution.
Why this rating
Based on a systematic review and a specific 2-year intervention study cited.
Source
A Review of Evidence‐Based Strategies to Treat Obesity in Adults
Deepika Laddu et al. · Nutrition in Clinical Practice · 2011
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