Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the health risks associated with low carbohydrate diets, particularly the negative effects of insufficient carbohydrate intake on overall health and well-being [3][4][5][7][10]. Group 1: Health Risks of Low Carbohydrate Diets - Insufficient carbohydrate intake can lead to low blood sugar, metabolic dysfunction, and excessive protein consumption, negatively impacting various bodily functions [3]. - A study from March 2023 indicates that ketogenic diets can double the risk of cardiovascular diseases, including heart attacks and strokes [4]. - Participants who consume little to no staple foods have a twofold increased risk of cardiovascular diseases compared to those on regular diets [5]. Group 2: Long-term Consequences - A comprehensive study published in 2018 suggests that inadequate carbohydrate consumption may shorten lifespan, with both very low and very high carbohydrate intake associated with increased mortality risk [7]. - Regularly avoiding staple foods can impair memory and cognitive functions due to insufficient energy supply to the brain [9]. - Long-term lack of staple foods can lead to nutritional deficiencies, emotional instability, and various physical side effects such as bad breath, hair loss, and muscle loss [10][11]. Group 3: Dietary Recommendations - To effectively manage weight, it is essential to control total caloric intake while ensuring a balanced diet that includes carbohydrates [12]. - Recommended staple foods include whole grains and root vegetables, which provide satiety without high glycemic indices [14]. - According to the Chinese Dietary Guidelines, daily intake of grain foods should be 200-300 grams, including 50-150 grams of whole grains and legumes, and 50-100 grams of root vegetables [17].