Monday, February 13, 2012

Low-fat diets may boost your mood

(ABC News) UPDATED 2009-11-10
A year-long study suggests that while low-carb and low-fat dieters shed comparable amounts of weight, the low-fat dieters may be happier. Researchers found that all dieters studied had increased feelings of goodwill for the first several weeks, but the low-carbers' good feelings began to wear off after several weeks. Low-fat dieters showed improved overall feelings of well being throughout the year. Researchers say some aspect of low-carb dieting may have a detrimental aspect on mood, but they say the link needs further study.  Read full story >
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