Diet

Nutritional Pearls: Low-Carb vs High-Carb—Who's Less Hungry?

  •  AUTHOR:

    Timothy S. Harlan, MD

     

    Your patient is a 46-year-old man who has been struggling to lose weight for several years. He has tried several fad diets, including keto, paleo, and Atkins, but has been discouraged to find that after initial weight loss, he always puts the weight back on.

    How do you advise your patient?

    (Answer and discussion on next page) 

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