They would do even better by becoming fat-adapted by using a high-fat, moderate-to-low protein, ultra-low carbohydrate diet. Metabolism will learn to burn primarily ketones instead of glucose. Pretty much eliminate starch and sugar to get there.
These studies typically call a diet “low-carb” if the non-fiber carbohydrates are under a certain number, such as 150 grams per day. To be truly low-carb or ketogenic they would have to be under 30 to 50 grams for most people.
The idea is to keep insulin levels very low. Too much carbohydrate or protein will require more insulin.
yup. big inputs (Rx, carbs) big errors. small inputs (ditto)
small errors*
if you follow such a regimen, what do you eat? finances
are a factor with me
* Richard Bernstein, MD