You should probably spend more time with people who actually studied human nutrition, and who are doing the research that says you're wrong. There are a lot of them, and their conclusions come from sound scientific research, not the self reported calorie studies used by charlatans to sell diet advice and supplements.
Let me know when you come up with evidence that repudiates the first law of thermodynamics. I'll be waiting. In the meantime, be sure and let Michael Phelps know, along with all the other athletes out there, that they are unhealthy and in danger of becoming obese if they don't get off the carbohydrates. Let them know that ketosis is the better option for their energy needs.
Common sense, where art thou?
Common sense, where art thou?
Did you have red herring for dinner? When and if Michael Phelps stops working out and becomes a couch potato, then yes, he should probably cut way back on carbs. The idea of a weight loss diet is to lose weight. I wasn't under the impression that Michael needed to lose weight. In fact, he might need the carbs for energy. And he certainly doesn't need to go into ketosis to supply his energy needs. Ketosis is to lose weight, and then to come out of it by gradually eating more carbs. When a person starts gaining weight again, they should cut back just a bit on the carbs to find their ideal carb intake. Exercise is always encouraged. A Michael Phelps is not comparable to your average person who simply needs to lose weight, although he does show that a very active person can eat just about anything they want. Unfortunately, we can't all be a Michael Phelps.
The NYT article touched on improved heart health for those on low-carb diets. Do some searching and you will see lots of other studies saying the same thing...
P.S. The first law of thermodynamics be damned. It's a simpleton's way of discussing human nutrition and losing weight. When losing weight, a calorie is not a calorie. It's just the way it is...