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Low-Carb Diet

Also known as: Low carbohydrate diet, ketogenic diet, LCHF

A dietary approach reducing carbohydrate intake, typically to below 130g/day (moderate low-carb) or below 50g/day (ketogenic). Used for weight management, blood glucose control, and reduction of menopausal weight gain and insulin resistance. Some evidence for benefit in PCOS and type 2 diabetes.

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Research Context

Research context compiled from published sources

How does Low-Carb Diet work?

Reducing dietary carbohydrates lowers postprandial insulin secretion and improves insulin sensitivity. Promotes fat oxidation and, at ketogenic levels, switches primary fuel source to ketone bodies. Reduces visceral adiposity (which increases post-menopause). May improve metabolic markers including triglycerides, HDL cholesterol, and blood glucose.

Research Depth

Unknown

Long-Term Evidence

Unknown

Reported Contraindicated Populations
Type 1 diabetes (risk of diabetic ketoacidosis — specialist supervision required)Kidney disease (limit protein and potassium if severe)Pregnancy (ensure adequate micronutrient intake)History of eating disorders (restrictive patterns may trigger relapse)
Published Dose Ranges
20130 g carbohydrate/daydietary · daily dietary pattern
Diabetes UK/NHS

Dose ranges from published research. Individual dosing should be determined with your healthcare provider based on your specific circumstances.

Factual research context from published sources — not a safety assessment or recommendation. Research classifications may change as new data emerges.

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