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VLCHF and LF diets with moderate energy restriction demonstrate similar weight loss and improvements to BP to 3 months.
Both VLCHF and LF diets can be effective for weight loss in the short term.
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VLCHF and LF diets with moderate energy restriction demonstrate similar weight loss and improvements to BP to 3 months.
Why this rating
Based on systematic review of randomized controlled trials.
Source
Exploring the highs and lows of very low carbohydrate high fat diets on weight loss and diabetes‐ and cardiovascular disease‐related risk markers: A systematic review
Lynda Ross et al. · Nutrition & Dietetics · 2020
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