Evidence Question

Does Low-carbohydrate diet improve insulin resistance?

Related to: Insulin Resistance

Short answer

Low-carbohydrate diet appears to improve insulin resistance.

Evidence at a glance

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

Why do we say this?

Across 3 randomized trials, findings are consistent and showed an effect on insulin resistance with Low-carbohydrate diet.

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Supporting research

3 published studys