#LowCarbDiet

Recent research published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research has shed new light on the impact of low-carbohydrate diets on depression, revealing that not all low-carb approaches are created equal when it comes to mental health. The study found that adults who adhered to low-carb diets rich in plant-based proteins, unsaturated fats, and minimal refined carbohydrates were significantly less likely to report symptoms of depression. However, low-carb diets heavy in animal proteins and saturated fats did not confer the same mental health benefits, underlining the critical importance of diet quality — not just macronutrient ratios — for psychological well-being (PsyPost).

As low-carb diets remain a popular trend among weight-conscious Thais and people around the world, new research published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has sounded a cautionary note: cutting carbohydrates may unexpectedly leave you short on several essential vitamins and minerals, with possible long-term health consequences for those who don’t carefully balance their menus (EatingWell). This fresh evidence urges the health-minded public to look past quick results and consider nutritional completeness, particularly as Thai society increasingly embraces Western and trendy diet patterns in the hopes of fighting the national rise in obesity.

A groundbreaking study from the University of Surrey has found that simply cutting out carbohydrates for one day each week could stimulate the body to burn fat just as effectively as intermittent fasting—a popular but challenging weight loss strategy. The new findings suggest an accessible alternative for those reluctant to embrace severe calorie restriction or complicated fasting patterns, opening new doors for individuals in Thailand and elsewhere aiming to improve health without radically altering their daily diets (GB News).