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Low-Protein Diet May Extend Lifespan

Posted by Soulskill on from the suddenly-i-feel-much-healthier dept.

sciencehabit writes "A new theory about the foods that can extend life is taking shape, and it's sure to be a controversial one. Two studies out this week, one in mice (PDF) and another primarily in people (PDF), suggest that eating relatively little protein and lots of carbohydrates — the opposite of what's urged by many human diet plans, including the popular Atkins Diet — extends life and fortifies health."

2 of 459 comments (clear)

  1. Re:Atkin's Diet by Desler · · Score: 0, Troll

    Blasphemy! My triple bacon cheeseburger without the bun is an extremely healthy diet food!!! Nothing is worse than icky carbs!!

  2. Re:Tried it already. It kind of flopped. by jedidiah · · Score: 0, Troll

    > Pretentious? When? Where? You're the one posturing and resorting to ad hominem.

    Your entire original response was nothing but smug pretensious drivel. You just take it on faith that your choices are superior despite the fact that "appeals to authority" in these matters SHIFT on a frequent basis.

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