Evidence Question

Does Low-carbohydrate diet improve fasting insulin levels?

Related to: Insulin Resistance

Short answer

Low-carbohydrate diet appears to improve fasting insulin levels.

Evidence at a glance

Evidence strength
Strong Evidence
Supporting research
4 studys
Randomized trials
4 trials

Why do we say this?

Across 4 randomized trials, findings are consistent and showed an effect on fasting insulin levels with Low-carbohydrate diet.

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Supporting research

4 published studys