Low-carbohydrate diets for weight loss

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Author:	Caroline Rea, RN, BS, MS	Last Updated: March 23, 2006
Medical Review:	Ruth Schneider, MPH, RD - Diet and Nutrition Heather Chambliss, PhD - Exercise Science/Weight Management
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