Carb restriction provides relief from calorie counting

Intermittent fasting, which relies on strict calorie restriction, may be falling out of favor as new research from the University of Surrey suggests a simpler alternative: reducing carbohydrate intake. In a study involving overweight or obese adults aged 20–65, participants followed three different one-day diet plans—a regular carb diet, a balanced low-carb diet, and a low-carb diet with severe calorie restriction. Researchers found that both low-carb diets improved metabolic health, regardless of overall calorie reduction. Participants showed reduced triglyceride levels and better fat metabolism after a high-fat meal, indicating enhanced metabolic flexibility. Notably, restricting carbs alone yielded similar benefits to short-term fasting. Although participants felt hungrier on low-carb days, it didn’t lead to overeating in the days that followed, suggesting the body may adapt to periodic carb restriction. Published in the European Journal of Nutrition, this study offers a more sustainable path for improving metabolic health and managing conditions like obesity, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes.

22-04-2025

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