Do Low-Carb Diets Really Do Anything?

Why does this fad have staying power? Is it because the touted benefits are real? Or is that greasy, low-carb burger fried in snake oil? 

Written byAmerican Chemical Society
| 1 min read
Register for free to listen to this article
Listen with Speechify
0:00
1:00

Video Source: The American Chemical Society

WASHINGTON, Jan 2018 — Some fads never die. Low-carb diets were a thing in the late 90s and they're still a thing now. But why does this fad have staying power? Is it because the touted benefits are real? Or is that greasy, low-carb burger fried in snake oil? Learn about the surprising medical benefits of ketogenic diets in this video from Reactions.

Add Lab Manager as a preferred source on Google

Add Lab Manager as a preferred Google source to see more of our trusted coverage.

Related Topics

Loading Next Article...
Loading Next Article...

CURRENT ISSUE - January/February 2026

How to Build Trust Into Every Lab Result

Applying the Six Cs Helps Labs Deliver Results Stakeholders Can Rely On

Lab Manager January/February 2026 Cover Image