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Why We Get Fat

Authors: Gary Taubes

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Key Ideas

1. Carbohydrates, not calories, are responsible for weight gain. Eating carbohydrates, particularly refined carbohydrates, causes an increase in insulin levels, which promotes fat storage.

2. The conventional wisdom of 'eat less, move more' is ineffective for weight loss because it does not address the underlying hormonal imbalance caused by high carbohydrate intake.

3. A low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet (LCHF) is the most effective way to lose weight and improve health. By reducing carbohydrate intake and increasing fat intake, insulin levels are lowered, allowing the body to utilize stored ....
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Quiz

1. Which macronutrient is responsible for weight gain according to Gary Taubes?
2. What is the most effective way to lose weight and improve health, according to Gary Taubes?
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