Low-Carb Diets for Weight Loss

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Although there are many weight-loss diets, statistics show that most people who lose weight on a diet regain that weight, and sometimes gain more. The best ways to stay healthy are eating well and being physically active.

Two of the better-known low-carb diet plans are Atkins and the South Beach Diet.


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Author: Caroline Rea, RN, BS, MSLast Updated: February 23, 2007
Medical Review: Ruth Schneider, MPH, RD - Diet and Nutrition
Rhonda O'Brien, MS, RD, CDE - Diabetes Educator

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