A major new study finds that swapping out refined carbs for whole foods in low-carb diets can significantly reduce inflammation, offering a clear path to better long-term health.
Study: Low Carbohydrate Diet Patterns that Favor High Quality Carbohydrates are Associated with Beneficial Long-term Changes in Biomarkers of Inflammation and Oxidative Stress in the Framingham Offspring Cohort. Image Credit: Tatiana Kosheleva / Shutterstock
In a recent study published in the journal Current Developments in Nutrition, researchers examined associations between varying low-carbohydrate diet (LCD) patterns and changes in oxidative stress and inflammation biomarkers.
Chronic low-grade inflammation contributes to the development of various diseases, including type 2 diabetes, obesity, neurodegenerative diseases,…