ANNOUNCEMENT: 10-Day Intermittent Fasting Challenge begins 12-3-20! Details and register at www.thefastingforlife.com/live   In this episode, Dr. Scott and Tommy review the literature around low carbohydrate diets and discuss their use in fat loss, reversing insulin resistance, and long-term health maintenance. The evidence points to specific pros and cons of long-term low carb dieting. Surprisingly effective alternatives have been revealed in the literature, as well as how you can design meals to support your fasting efforts and minimize psychological battles.   Low-carbohydrate diets and type 2 diabetes treatment: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials Mediterranean diet pyramid: a cultural model for healthy eating   Show Transcript: www.thefastingforlife.com/blog   If you enjoy the podcast, would you please tap on the stars below and consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to bring you the best original content each week. We also just enjoy reading them!   Sign up for the Fasting For Life newsletter at www.thefastingforlife.com   Follow Fasting For Life: www.facebook.com/thefastingforlife www.instagram.com/thefastingforlife