The science of low carb and keto

– the evidence
This resource is based on scientific evidence, following our policy for
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It’s written by Dr. Andreas Eenfeldt, MD, with the latest major update on July
10, 2020. Further additions and editing by Franziska Spritzler, RD. The
resource was medically reviewed by Dr. Bret Scher, MD, on July 10, 2020. 1

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This diet plan is for adults with health issues, including obesity, that could
 benefit from a low-carb diet.
 Controversial topics related to a low-carb diet, and our take on them, include
saturated fats, cholesterol, whole grains, red meat, whether the brain needs
carbohydrates and restricting calories for weight loss.

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1. It was also reviewed by Dr. Scher earlier, August 21, 2019. ↩

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