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Is a low carbohydrate diet more effective than a low fat diet?
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Definitely: Countless good studies show that low carb diets are much more effective (and healthy) for weight loss than low fat diets. Fats are essential for health. Carbohydrated are not essential for health.
Answered 11/3/2013
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Absolutely: Every study that tested this has shown that low carb diets are healthier and reduce body fat better.
Answered 2/20/2013
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