Which Diet Approach Got the Best Results?
Low Carb Diet Approach vs. Low Fat Diet Approach
A Study from the Annals of Internal Medicine
▪ 148 obese individuals ▪½ on low carb diet▪½ on low fat diet▪ 1 year study period▪ No caloric goals
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The Low Carbohydrate Group
Cut back on:▪White Bread▪ Sugary Cereals▪ Other high-carb fare
Ate more Fat and Protein
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The Low Fat Group
Cut back on▪ Saturated fat,
the kind found in meat▪Whole Milk▪ Butter
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Test Results After 1 Year
▪ Low carb group lost 8 more pounds than low fat group▪ Greater improvement in
cholesterol ▪ Better improvements in
cardiovascular health
Both Groups lost 16 pounds more on average over non dieters.
Five Interesting Points About a Low Carb Diet
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#1 Low Carb Diet Interesting Points
Eating low-carb leads to an automatic reduction in appetite.
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#2 Low Carb Diet Interesting Points
Cutting carbs is one of the simplest and most effective ways to lose weight.
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#3 Low Carb Diet Interesting Points
Low-carb diets tend to get rid of excess water from the body. Because they lower insulin levels, the kidneys start shedding excess sodium, leading to rapid weight loss in the first week or two.
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#4 Low Carb Diet Interesting Points
Comparing low-carb and low-fat diets, the low-carbers sometimes lose 2-3 times as much weight, without being hungry.
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#5 Low Carb Diet Interesting Points
Not only do they cause more fat loss than low-fat diets, an even greater proportion of that fat is coming from the abdominal cavity.
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The Low Carb Diet Extended Through the Paleo Diet
• Paleo Diet is a Low Carb Diet
• Protein and Low Carb Emphasis
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The Paleo Diet also known as the Caveman Diet
Eat• Lean Meats• Seafood• Vegetables• Fruits• Nuts & Seeds• Healthy Fats
Avoid• Dairy• Grains• Processed
Foods• Sugar• Legumes• Starches• Alcohol
The Paleo Diet
High Protein & Low Glycemic
High in Fruits and Vegetables for Immunity
High Diet in Omega-3’s to help Inflammation in the body
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The Paleo Diet
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