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Do Low-Carb Diets Spike Cortisol and Reduce Muscle Mass?

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman

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Examining Cortisol and Muscle Mass in Low-Carb Diets

This chapter examines the impact of low-carbohydrate diets on cortisol levels and muscle mass, revealing that lower insulin levels do not correlate with increased cortisol. The findings suggest that individuals can lose fat while preserving or even gaining muscle, challenging common misconceptions about low-carb eating.

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