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Is a low carb diet for insulin resistance/losing weight okay? im focusing on protein, healthy fats and, if any, its healthy carbs (i dont eat bread).

Q: is a low carb diet for insulin resistance/losing weight okay? im focusing on protein, healthy fats and, if any, its healthy carbs (i dont eat bread).

: The healthiest diet is called the DASH Diet. Good for insulin resist. BP, lipids, cancer prevention and weight loss. My record pt wt loss is 140 lbs. Go to uptodate.com and read more. Then discuss with your tea

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The healthiest diet is called the DASH Diet. Good for insulin resist. BP, lipids, cancer prevention and weight loss. My record pt wt loss is 140 lbs. Go to uptodate.com and read more. Then discuss with your tea

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Is a low carb diet for insulin resistance/losing weight okay? im focusing on protein, healthy fats and, if any, its healthy carbs (i dont eat bread).

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