Understanding the Low-Carb Diet Fad of the 2000s
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At the peak of the movement in 2003-2004, one in eleven North American adults claimed to be on a low-carb diet, defining a pivotal moment in the nation’s nutritional landscape. This seismic shift was a defining feature of the low-carb diet fad of the 2000s, turning carbohydrates into a public enemy and popularizing high-protein, high-fat eating plans.
