Researchers at Tufts University have found that dieters who cut out carbohydrates are more likely to lose their memory than those who eat balanced meals. These negative results can show up in as little as a week. According to Dr Holly Taylor, lead researcher in the study:

“The study demonstrates that the food you eat can have an immediate impact on cognitive behavior… The popular low-carb and no-carb diets have the strongest potential for negative impact on thinking and cognition… Although this study only tracked participants for three weeks, the data suggests that diets can affect more than just weight.

The brain needs glucose for energy, and diets low in carbohydrates can be detrimental to learning, memory and thinking.”

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