Arch Intern Med February 2006 PMID 16476868

Effects of low-carbohydrate vs low-fat diets on weight loss and cardiovascular risk factors: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Alain J Nordmann, Abigail Nordmann, Matthias Briel, Ulrich Keller, William S Yancy, Bonnie J Brehm, Heiner C Bucher

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The group collectively recognizes the nuanced results, such as the initial greater weight loss with low-carb diets that fades over time, citing specific figures like '7 pounds at 6 months' and '2 pounds at 12 months.' The tone reflects curiosity and critical evaluation, especially around the long-term effectiveness, emphasizing the importance of the research on diet choices and health recommendations.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the findings that low-carb diets lead to greater weight loss initially, but results diminish over time, aligning with the publication's conclusions.

InterestHigh interest

The posts display high engagement and curiosity about diet effects, evidenced by mentions of specific weight differences at 6 and 12 months.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants actively reference meta-analyses and specific statistics, indicating a level of deep engagement with the research.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight that these findings influence views on diet strategies and public health, suggesting moderate impact.

Abstract in brief

  • This meta-analysis compares low-carb and low-fat diets, finding that low-carb diets lead to greater weight loss at 6 months, but the difference diminishes by 12 months, and there are no significant differences in blood pressure and cholesterol levels between the two diets.
  • Low-carb diets show more favorable changes in triglycerides and HDL cholesterol after 6 months, while low-fat diets result in better outcomes for LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol.
  • Overall, both diets may have some benefits, but the effectiveness and health impacts vary over time and depend on which cardiovascular risk factors are considered.]

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@TakeThiamine · X

As Kyle Mamounis points out, a meta-analysis of weight loss trials suggested that keto dieting is as or more effective than low-fat for up to one year, at which point results converge. https://t.co/oJ4EgQj3rd

Aug 14, 2024 · 12 likes · 28,809 followers View post →
Tamar Haspel
@TamarHaspel · X

And again, a definite difference at 6 months, with low-carbs losing 7 more pounds! But at 12 months, we’re back to a basically meaningless 2 pound difference. https://t.co/Jg3H5MhpeU

Jan 25, 2023 · 1 like · 23,387 followers View post →
ひろし@栄養でアスリートになる!
@1_sarubaka · X

炭水化物制限の体重減少効果は一年以内の限定的なもの。 →一生にかけて予防する生活習慣病には適していない。 https://t.co/5Joll6HOOL

Apr 5, 2021 · 1 like · 350 followers View post →
Andrew Waltamath
@WALTamath · X

@ValerieAnne1970 @DrAseemMalhotra @LDLSkeptic @ifixhearts @DrJackWolfson @ufferavnskov @zoeharcombe @bigfatsurprise Effects of low-carbohydrate vs low-fat diets on weight loss and cardiovascular risk factors: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Med. 2006 Feb 13;166(3):285-93. doi: 10.1001/archinte.166.3.285. Erratum in: Arch Intern Med. 2006 Apr 24;166(8):932. PMID: 16476868.

Feb 12, 2025 · 1 like · 83 followers View post →
Andrew Waltamath
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@ValerieAnne1970 @DrAseemMalhotra @LDLSkeptic @ifixhearts @DrJackWolfson @ufferavnskov @zoeharcombe @bigfatsurprise Effects of low-carbohydrate vs low-fat diets on weight loss and cardiovascular risk factors: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Med. 2006 Feb 13;166(3):285-93. doi: 10.1001/archinte.166.3.285. Erratum in: Arch Intern Med. 2006 Apr 24;166(8):932. PMID: 16476868.

Nov 7, 2024 · 83 followers View post →
The lazy workout program
@WorkoutLazy · X

Effects of low-carbohydrate vs low-fat diets on weight loss and cardiovascular risk factors: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/6e7FtD3V24 #noketo #health #weigh

Dec 4, 2019 · 17 followers View post →

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Andrew Waltamath
@WALTamath · X

@ValerieAnne1970 @DrAseemMalhotra @LDLSkeptic @ifixhearts @DrJackWolfson @ufferavnskov @zoeharcombe @bigfatsurprise Effects of low-carbohydrate vs low-fat diets on weight loss and cardiovascular risk factors: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Med. 2006 Feb 13;166(3):285-93. doi: 10.1001/archinte.166.3.285. Erratum in: Arch Intern Med. 2006 Apr 24;166(8):932. PMID: 16476868.

Feb 12, 2025 · 1 like · 83 followers View post →
Andrew Waltamath
@WALTamath · X

@ValerieAnne1970 @DrAseemMalhotra @LDLSkeptic @ifixhearts @DrJackWolfson @ufferavnskov @zoeharcombe @bigfatsurprise Effects of low-carbohydrate vs low-fat diets on weight loss and cardiovascular risk factors: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Med. 2006 Feb 13;166(3):285-93. doi: 10.1001/archinte.166.3.285. Erratum in: Arch Intern Med. 2006 Apr 24;166(8):932. PMID: 16476868.

Nov 7, 2024 · 83 followers View post →
J͎Λ͎Y͎
@TakeThiamine · X

As Kyle Mamounis points out, a meta-analysis of weight loss trials suggested that keto dieting is as or more effective than low-fat for up to one year, at which point results converge. https://t.co/oJ4EgQj3rd

Aug 14, 2024 · 12 likes · 28,809 followers View post →
Tamar Haspel
@TamarHaspel · X

And again, a definite difference at 6 months, with low-carbs losing 7 more pounds! But at 12 months, we’re back to a basically meaningless 2 pound difference. https://t.co/Jg3H5MhpeU

Jan 25, 2023 · 1 like · 23,387 followers View post →
ひろし@栄養でアスリートになる!
@1_sarubaka · X

炭水化物制限の体重減少効果は一年以内の限定的なもの。 →一生にかけて予防する生活習慣病には適していない。 https://t.co/5Joll6HOOL

Apr 5, 2021 · 1 like · 350 followers View post →
The lazy workout program
@WorkoutLazy · X

Effects of low-carbohydrate vs low-fat diets on weight loss and cardiovascular risk factors: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/6e7FtD3V24 #noketo #health #weigh

Dec 4, 2019 · 17 followers View post →