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A low-carb diet may be better for weight loss than calorie cutting – Insider – INSIDER

A low-carb diet and exercise plan could be twice as effective as calorie restriction in helping people with diabetes lose weight, new research has found. That’s because temporarily decreasing carbohydrate consumption can help restore normal levels of insulin, reducing the “hidden risk” of diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. The keys are to focus on high-quality… Read More »

A High Protein Reduced Calorie Diet Helps Older People Lose Weight Safely

According to results from a randomized controlled trial, a high protein reduced calorie diet can help older obese individuals lose more weight and “bad” fat, while maintaining muscle mass and improving bone quality.[1] Geriatricians have struggled with safe weight loss recommendations for the elderly due to the muscle and bone loss that can result from… Read More »