[russ]

If we're going to cite research let's cite research. Start showing me research that refutes the research I presented.

Well, I don't think that anyone has tried to imply that there is a body of research disproving the low carb approach. In addition, we're all aware of the perils of trying to prove a negative.....It's more important to look at the data supporting this approach, IMHO.

But trying to recalculate the statistics because you don't agree with the results and then literally saying they're wrong because you didn't come to the same conclusions--that's ridiculous.

I still disagree with you on this point. I think that it's perfectly valid for someone with the appropriate level of training to attempt to verify the statistical analysis for himself.

I mean, when it comes down to it,why would I trust Bryan's statistical analysis? Because you say it's been good in the past. How do you know? Because he said so? How do you or I even know he knows what he's doing? I'm really just making a point and I'm not trying to offend anyone.

This is a valid point. My trust in Bryan's analysis is an educated guess. I know that his background is strong, but I'm not a statistician or a clinical researcher, so I can't verify the accuracy of all of his analyses. However, my feeling is that this guy knows his stuff.

I don't know, maybe my logic is screwed up

Your points are well-taken [img]smile.gif[/img]
But Bryan makes some very good points as well. I think that you need to accept that the data are not sufficiently conclusive for one to endorse low carb diets without reservation. That isn't to say that you won't be proven correct in the future.


I'll mention once again that it would be very nice if one of the authors could take a moment to explain to us how the statistical conclusions were arrived at, although I realise that it's a lot to ask and that they are probably very busy guys.