PLoS One June 2016 PMID 26485706

Dietary Intervention for Overweight and Obese Adults: Comparison of Low-Carbohydrate and Low-Fat Diets. A Meta-Analysis.

Jonathan Sackner-Bernstein, David Kanter, Sanjay Kaul

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What people are saying

Participants generally express agreement with the research, emphasizing the effectiveness of low-carb diets for weight loss and health, exemplified by mentions of Bayesian results favoring low carbohydrate and references to meta-analyses. The tone varies from supportive to mildly skeptical, with some posts questioning current guidelines, reflecting both engagement and the potential impact of the findings on dietary advice.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the findings of the meta-analysis, with specific mentions of low-carb diets being effective for weight loss and metabolic health.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions show high interest, with many posts highlighting the significance of the study and sharing related data, such as the Bayesian probabilities and trial results.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts analyze details from the publication, including skepticism about diet recommendations and referencing specific studies or data, indicating moderate depth of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discourse suggests the publication influences opinions and might impact dietary recommendations, especially among those interested in nutrition science.

Abstract in brief

  • A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials found that low-carbohydrate diets lead to greater weight loss and a higher reduction in predicted cardiovascular risk compared to low-fat diets in overweight and obese adults.
  • The study analyzed data from 17 trials with over 1,700 participants, showing a 20 kg greater weight loss and a 98% probability of reduced cardiovascular risk with low-carb diets.
  • Despite some limitations like variability in data quality and adherence, the results suggest low-carb diets might be a more effective option for weight management and lowering heart disease risk in this population.]

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Victor Dayan
@VictorDayan1 · X

@kaulcsmc @f2harrell @djc795 @mmamas1973 @pash22 @rahatheart1 @jpcostabel @DrMarthaGulati @ZaidDH_28 @Argenscore @rafatinm @StefanoUrsoMD Sanjay I am surprised by your comment considering your previous work on trial level MA and your support to include its findings in guidelines. https://t.co/tVJkyNyv96 https://t.co/dsjIir7aya

May 20, 2023 · 4 likes · 1 share · 6,786 followers View post →
vyaParodya
@vyapada · X

@bajopants @Jenzlinger main problem equating you with the science is neither of you seem overweight. However, low calorie + low-carb can help reduce appetite to improve adherence to weight loss. No magic to ketosis otherwise. https://t.co/SLwtGhEUoy https://t.co/HK25WTK2RJ

Jun 2, 2019 · 2 likes · 289 followers View post →
Dr John Morgan
@Dr1veMedicals · X

@Deanzweck10 Have a look at this meta-analysis as an example: https://t.co/kJT6lOEEmZ

Sep 3, 2019 · 1 like · 2,656 followers View post →
Travis Einertson
@LowCarbVet · X

@HermanPontzer @Travis_Statham @paulmelzer1 @TuckerGoodrich @throwingspears @p70S6K @bendormiki @CarnivoreMD @KenDBerryMD @DrPaulMason @SBakerMD @KetoDocCLT @KevinH_PhD https://t.co/xzDU8Kw4s7 Frequentist and Bayesian results were concordant. The probability of greater weight loss associated with low carbohydrate was >99% while the reduction in predicted risk favoring low carbohydrate was >98%.

Jun 24, 2020 · 2,265 followers View post →
「 nsng 」Adventist
@CarneAdventist · X

https://t.co/ZAHriPxK99

Feb 26, 2024 · 1,461 followers View post →
Stefano Urso
@StefanoUrsoMD · X

RT @VictorDayan1: @kaulcsmc @f2harrell @djc795 @mmamas1973 @pash22 @rahatheart1 @jpcostabel @DrMarthaGulati @ZaidDH_28 @Argenscore @rafatin…

May 20, 2023 · 1 share · 262 followers View post →

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「 nsng 」Adventist
@CarneAdventist · X

https://t.co/ZAHriPxK99

Feb 26, 2024 · 1,461 followers View post →
Stefano Urso
@StefanoUrsoMD · X

RT @VictorDayan1: @kaulcsmc @f2harrell @djc795 @mmamas1973 @pash22 @rahatheart1 @jpcostabel @DrMarthaGulati @ZaidDH_28 @Argenscore @rafatin…

May 20, 2023 · 1 share · 262 followers View post →
Victor Dayan
@VictorDayan1 · X

@kaulcsmc @f2harrell @djc795 @mmamas1973 @pash22 @rahatheart1 @jpcostabel @DrMarthaGulati @ZaidDH_28 @Argenscore @rafatinm @StefanoUrsoMD Sanjay I am surprised by your comment considering your previous work on trial level MA and your support to include its findings in guidelines. https://t.co/tVJkyNyv96 https://t.co/dsjIir7aya

May 20, 2023 · 4 likes · 1 share · 6,786 followers View post →
adriaan
@adriaan73289035 · X

@sinnetolsma @BoerBurgerB @henkvermeer @JesseBaak @ministerlnv Uiteraard heb ik daar de science bronnen voor: https://t.co/7zx4uFcVqT https://t.co/qeGQnfuri5 https://t.co/g2S1geRvBa Dat weten voedingscentra over de wereld ook, slechts enkelen hebben hun advies daarop aangepast. De onze (nog) niet.

Mar 25, 2022 · 57 followers View post →
Justin
@justin323032 · X

@n_bancroft2 @geodawson2 Well leave it at this. All meta-analysis. Ketogenic diets perform best for metabolic syndrome. https://t.co/gZq9jyOG7O https://t.co/MSCd0LvUJ8 https://t.co/tjEhfxpTui

Dec 11, 2020 · 202 followers View post →
Harry Sprot
@Docsprot · X

@FoodFirst_Ty Better weight loss https://t.co/q7hwwvO2gD

Aug 30, 2020 · 216 followers View post →
Travis Einertson
@LowCarbVet · X

@HermanPontzer @Travis_Statham @paulmelzer1 @TuckerGoodrich @throwingspears @p70S6K @bendormiki @CarnivoreMD @KenDBerryMD @DrPaulMason @SBakerMD @KetoDocCLT @KevinH_PhD https://t.co/xzDU8Kw4s7 Frequentist and Bayesian results were concordant. The probability of greater weight loss associated with low carbohydrate was >99% while the reduction in predicted risk favoring low carbohydrate was >98%.

Jun 24, 2020 · 2,265 followers View post →
Dr John Morgan
@Dr1veMedicals · X

@Deanzweck10 Have a look at this meta-analysis as an example: https://t.co/kJT6lOEEmZ

Sep 3, 2019 · 1 like · 2,656 followers View post →
vyaParodya
@vyapada · X

@bajopants @Jenzlinger main problem equating you with the science is neither of you seem overweight. However, low calorie + low-carb can help reduce appetite to improve adherence to weight loss. No magic to ketosis otherwise. https://t.co/SLwtGhEUoy https://t.co/HK25WTK2RJ

Jun 2, 2019 · 2 likes · 289 followers View post →