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People definitely lose weight on low-carbohydrate diets.
Low-carbohydrate diets can lead to initial weight loss.
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People definitely lose weight on low-carbohydrate diets.
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Should low-carbohydrate diets be recommended for weight loss?
Kristen J. Nadeau et al. · Current Opinion in Endocrinology & Diabetes · 2004
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