Primary, secondary, and tertiary sources may all be appropriately used, if (1) they are used without engaging in original research or synthesis and (2) if in the event of conflicts between sources they are treated with the appropriate deference to the better source.
There is some evidence that a low-carbohydrate diet may help people lose weight more quickly than a low-fat diet (31,32)âand may help them maintain that weight loss.
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.