Macro partitioning
Adherence to a high-quality low carbohydrate diet (high LCDS) is associated with a significant reduction in A Body Shape Index (ABSI), a marker of central obesity, independent of BMI and other confounders.
Focus on reducing refined carbohydrates and sugars while increasing fiber, healthy fats (like MUFAs), and vegetable proteins. This specific dietary pattern is linked to a reduction in abdominal fat (measured by ABSI) in middle-aged adults, even if overall weight (BMI) doesn't change significantly. Prioritize whole foods like vegetables, fruits, and dairy over strict calorie counting.
The adjusted model, based on known confounders, revealed a significant reduction in ABSI (OR = 0.70, 95% CI= [0.50 to 0.98]) following higher LCDS vs the reference.
Why this rating
Cross-sectional design limits causal inference; however, the sample size is large (n=1982) and adjustments for major confounders are robust.
Source
The association between low carbohydrate dietary score (LCDS) and cardiovascular risk factors: results from the Shiraz Heart Study (SHS)
Zahra Mosallanezhad et al. · BMC Public Health · 2024
DOI 10.1186/s12889-024-20106-7
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