TOP-5 studies on keto, low-carbohydrate diets, and intermittent fasting from 07.09.2026 - 14.09.2026
Subtypes of low-carbohydrate diet assessment and overall mortality in populations with chronic diseases and the general population: a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies; Dietary patterns for obesity in CKD: Mediterranean, low-carbohydrate, and plant-based approaches - which one is the most suitable?; Changes in drug metabolism in the liver induced by a ketogenic diet, with potential implications for the pharmacokinetics of ozanimod; Research progress in dietary intervention for radiation protection; Associations of leptin with changes in body composition and lipid profile in overweight women after dietary and physical interventions.
5. Subtypes of low-carbohydrate diet assessment and overall mortality in populations with chronic diseases and the general population: a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies.
About the work.
The study aims to examine the relationship between different types of low-carbohydrate diets and overall mortality in general and chronic populations. Healthy and unhealthy subtypes of low-carbohydrate diets were compared to assess the impact of macronutrient quality.
Results.
In chronic populations, a high category of healthy low-carbohydrate diet was associated with lower mortality compared to a low category (HR 0.72; high confidence). In the general population, a high category of healthy low-carbohydrate diet was not associated with lower mortality (HR 0.93; moderate confidence). Unhealthy low-carbohydrate diets were not associated with mortality in both populations.
4. Dietary patterns for obesity in CKD: Mediterranean, low-carbohydrate, and plant-based approaches - which one is the most suitable?
About the work.
The aim of this review is to evaluate three main dietary approaches - Mediterranean, plant-based, and low-carbohydrate - for managing obesity in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The study focuses on the effects of these diets on metabolic and cardiovascular parameters in patients with CKD and obesity.
Results.
Mediterranean and plant-based diets show consistent benefits in weight management, reducing cardiovascular risks, and improving kidney health. These diets are associated with improved insulin sensitivity, reduced dietary acid load, anti-inflammatory effects, and potential slowing of the decline in glomerular filtration rate.
3. Research progress in dietary intervention for radiation protection.
About the work.
The review aims to assess the impact of dietary interventions on protection against ionizing radiation. Mechanisms and scientific data related to dietary strategies in the context of radiation safety are discussed.
Results.
The available abstract describes the results insufficiently in detail.
2. Associations of leptin with changes in body composition and lipid profile in overweight women after dietary and physical interventions.
About the work.
The study aims to evaluate the relationship between changes in leptin levels and body composition and lipid profile in overweight women participating in various dietary interventions and strength training.