Originally Posted by lillypad
I am really surprised that no one in this discussion (especially the lo-carb diet followers) has brought up the concept of thermogenesis (aka the metabolic advantage) that is beginning to question the idea that the "a calorie is a calorie" idea might not be entirely true. Any proponents out there? Anyone done any research? Found studies?
I never brought that up, because, from my experience, it's a dubious notion.. I'm more inclined to believe the reason low carb diets work to the degree that they do is because you naturally end up eating less calories than any other type of diet. The fat, or perahps the protein, satisfies your hunger, and you end up pushing away the plate sooner, and those sugary confectionaries (let's just call them donuts, ok, w?) don't appeal at all. there may be some slight "metabolic advantage," but I dont think it counts for all that much. I think Dr. A was reaching a bit on this point.
just my opionion tho.