What is the carbohydrate-insulin model of obesity?
The carbohydrate-insulin model, popularized by Gary Taubes, posits that elevated insulin levels from carbohydrate consumption are the primary cause of fat gain and the main barrier to fat loss. It suggests that by reducing carbohydrates, we can lower insulin levels and thus promote fat mobilization. While this model has some appealing aspects, it is only partially correct and does not provide a complete explanation for obesity.
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