For decades, low-carb and ketogenic diets have been misrepresented as dangerous, unsustainable, or ineffective. But what if everything we’ve been told about nutrition is wrong? In a groundbreaking study published in Nutrients (2025), investigative journalist Nina Teicholz and a team of medical experts expose the top myths surrounding low-carb diets, from the false claim that they harm the heart to the outdated fear of saturated fat. Backed by decades of clinical research, this paper sets the record straight on how low-carb eating can support weight loss, reverse type 2 diabetes, and improve metabolic health. It’s time to challenge the misinformation and embrace the truth. Read on to discover why low-carb diets are not just safe—they are essential for optimal health.