Faculty of Health and Nutrition, Department of Health and Nutrition, Osaka Shoin Women's University
Faculty of Health and Nutrition, Department of Health and Nutrition, Osaka Shoin Women's University
Weight loss effects and safety of low carbohydrate diets（LCD）, which are common in Japan, are examined. This literature review was conducted to reveal 1）features of the LCD methods, 2）factors that influence weight loss, and 3）safety of weight loss, with reference to Blackburn’s weight loss clinical evaluation index. Twenty one LCD studies, whose subjects were healthy obese people, were selected for review from the academic medical research database. Most LCDs allow intake of high fat and high protein foods, rather than a strict regime of limiting carbohydrates. Weight loss appeared to be greater in studies with longer rather than with shorter observation periods. Also, the greater weight loss was observed, the carbohydrate to energy intake ratio became smaller. Rapid weight loss was observed in about 70% of the studies, which presents a risk of malnutrition. LCDs should be used with caution because 1）the energy ratios of LCDs diverge widely from the healthy diet that is recommended from Japanese dietary reference intakes, and 2）the risks of worsening renal function will increase if patients with diabetic nephropathy use LCDs. Warnings about possible negative effects of LCDs should be publicised to protect people’s health.
雑誌書誌ID
AA12510644
雑誌名
大阪樟蔭女子大学研究紀要
雑誌名(英)
Research Bulletin of Osaka Shoin Women's University
低炭水化物ダイエットの減量効果に関する文献的検討 : 肥満者を対象として
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