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Low Carbohydrate Diet Research

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IEB ONE RESEARCH TASK PROJECT

ST DUNSTAN’S COLLEGE

LIFE SCIENCES RESEARCH TASK

Jiren Nayager

RESEARCH TOPIC/TITLE OF TASK and FOCUS QUESTION:
An evaluation of the low carbohydrate diet or Banting diet suggested by Tim Noakes' in the efficacy as a healthier eating plan that promotes weight loss without negative consequences. TABLE OF CONTENTS

AIM(S) OF RESEARCH:
To investigate the efficacy of the low-carbohydrate diet proposed by Tim Noakes or the Banting diet as a healthy means of weight loss taking into account the effect the diet has on health indicators through a secondary study of the research done on the diet.
HYPOTHESIS:
A diet consisting of low carbohydrates and higher fats and proteins will be an effective and healthy way to lose weight.

INTRODUCTION :
This is a secondary research task and involves an analysis of a variety of sources relating to the effects of low intakes of carbohydrates, fats and proteins on the body. This meta-analysis is to determine the effects of the Banting diet, or Tim Noakes proposed diet, on the body. It is important to know the level of efficacy of the diet to determine whether it is …show more content…

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