Vegetarian Atkins diet may be healthier

Here’s a fascinating new study (although small) of the effects of a modified Atkins low-carb diet.

Vegetarian Atkins diet lowers heart risks – study | Reuters reports:

“After a month, people in both groups lost about four kilograms, or 8.8 pounds. But people on the low-carb, plant protein diet had lower LDL cholesterol and healthier blood pressure compared with those on the high-carb diet.

Jenkins said the study suggests a plant-based low-carb diet may be an effective option for people with high cholesterol who want to lose weight.”

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