In vertebrates, the immune system is considered the last line of defense against foreign invaders.It fights by destroying pathogens and tumor cells using mechanisms that constantly adapt to recognize and rid these disease causing cells.
Which is Better for Weight Loss? Some studies have found that low-carb diets are more effective for weight loss and fat loss than low-fat diets. A study published in 2014 in Annals of Internal Medicine showed that this was the case, even after a period of 12 months.
Low Carb Diets -vs- Other Diets. Very Low Carbohydrate diet have been shown to be more effective for short-term weight loss (less than 6 months to 1 year) than calorie restrictive diet and/or low fat diets. Improvements in blood pressure, lipids, fasting glucose, and insulin were also observed. Brehm BJ, Seeley RJ, Daniels SR, D'Alessio DA (2003).