According to the Diet Doctor, the low-carb diet was created when dietitians realized limiting natural fats didn't really work. Instead of helping us to lose weight, low-fat foods make us gain more in the long run. That's why so many turned to the low-carb diet. If you're familiar with the keto and paleo diets, you already know the basics of what the low-carb plan is — it's essentially all about lowering your total carb intake.
People on a low-carb diet do their best to avoid sugar and starches such as pasta and other processed foods. It is recommended to replace these foods with meat, eggs, veggies, and natural fats. The slow-carb diet, meanwhile, was detailed in Timothy Ferriss's book, "The 4-Hour Body." Unlike the low-carb diet, Ferris' plan doesn't group all carbs together, requiring you to avoid them completely. Instead, it suggests staying away from just one type: white carbs.
White carbs, also known as simple carbs, go right through your body. These include pasta, rice, and dairy products. As registered dietitian Brigitte Zeitlin explained to Women's Health magazine, simple carbs do little to satiate your hunger, but complex carbs, such as kale and spinach, work their way through your system slowly. This makes you feel fuller for longer while increasing "your body's ability to break down fat for energy and reduce your overall fat stores."
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