100-mile American record holder eats almost no carbs

August 14 2017 by , medical review by in Exercise, Low carb & high fat

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Zach Bitter

Endurance-runner Zach Bitter beats records on a keto low-carb diet. And not only has his diet switch made him faster, he’s also enjoying a wide range of benefits:

The inflammation went away really quickly, and within a month I was sleeping way better, like getting through the night. And I noticed that my energy levels were consistent throughout the day.

Men’s Fitness: Zach Bitter Is the 100-Mile American Record Holder. He Also Eats Almost No Carbs.

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