Eating fewer carbs is a very effective way to lose fat.

This is supported by numerous studies. When people cut carbs, their appetite goes down and they lose weight.

More than 20 randomized controlled studies have now shown that low carb diets sometimes lead to 2–3 times more weight loss than low fat diets.

This is true even when those in the low carb groups are allowed to eat as much as they want, while those in the low fat groups are calorie restricted.

Low carb diets also lead to quick reductions in water weight, which gives people fast results. People often see a difference on the scale within 1–2 days.

Studies comparing low carb and low fat diets indicate that low carb eating specifically reduces fat in the abdomen and around the organs and liver.

This means that some of the fat lost on a low carb diet is harmful abdominal fat.

Just avoiding the refined carbs like sugar, candy, and white bread should be sufficient, especially if you keep your protein intake high.

If the goal is to lose weight fast, some people reduce their carb intake to 50 grams per day. This puts your body into ketosis, a state in which your body starts burning fats as its main fuel and appetite is reduced.

Low carb diets have many other health benefits besides just weight loss. For example, they can significantly improve health in people with type 2 diabetics.

Studies have shown that cutting carbs is particularly effective at getting rid of the fat in the belly area, around the organs, and in the liver.