Why low-carb or fasting diets are good for your health

While most research regarding fat loss focuses on the risks of being overweight, a new study shows that fasting, low-carb diets, or high-intensity exercise have specific health benefits. Specifically, researchers have found that a compound produced by the body when dieting or fasting can block a part of the immune system involved in several inflammatory disorders such as type 2 diabetes, atherosclerosis, and Alzheimer’s disease.

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February 16, 2015 | Categories: Health and Medicine, Weight Loss Science | Tags: diet, fat loss, health, low carb, medicine, science, weight loss | Leave a comment