Low carb diets are unhealthy

This is simply not true. Since 2002, low-carb diets have been studied extensively, and over 20 randomized controlled trials have been conducted that attest to their safety. They consistently lead to improvement in regards to common health markers as compared to the typical low-fat diet. They result in more sustainable weight loss and improve most major risk factors for disease, including triglycerides, HDL, and blood sugar levels. 

Sidenote: Dietitians and other health care professionals often mistake the word ketosis for the word ketoacidosis simply because they have the same root word keto. Both words represent metabolic states, but that is all they have in common. One is dangerous, the other is not. For these people, might I suggest they seek some continuing education credits. 

Let’s play science says. 

Studies:

• Bazzano, et al. Annals of Internal Medicine.
• Westman EC, et al. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
• Hession M, et al. Systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Obesity Reviews.
• Santos F, et al. Meta-analysis of clinical trials. Obesity Reviews.

Articles: (one), (two) and (three)

Book Suggestion: The Art and Science of Low Carbohydrate Living: An Expert Guide to Making the Life-Saving Benefits of Carbohydrate Restriction Sustainable and Enjoyable – Stephen Phinney & Jeff Volek