In short, the article stated that in the long run faddish, low-carbohydrate diets are detrimental to one's health. I address some of the comments from that e-mail message. But certainly many people find a low-fat diet more palatable and otherwise preferable. During this period my fat intake rarely exceeded 30 grams per day, and it almost never exceeded 40 grams per day. By restricting consumption of fruits and vegetables, researchers have established that you are at an increased risk of developing cancer and cardiovascular disease.
Some people believe that the only essential carbohydrate is fiber.
This is only partly correct. That dietary fibers are carbohydrates is a generality. Many people have lost weight while on these types of diets, and as a result lowered their blood pressure and cholesterol ratio. Decreasing one's regular caloric intake can single-handedly induce weight loss. First, following a monotonous diet can diminish one's desire to eat.