A recent study, led by researchers from Monash University and RMIT University and published in Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research and Reviews, claims that low-carb, high-fat diets, like keto, may increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes. Let’s be clear—this study is full of misleading claims and does not accurately represent the ketogenic diet, let alone other low-carb diets like carnivore and ketovore. This is propaganda, plain and simple. The study does not reflect what real ketogenic or low-carb eating looks like, and we believe it’s time to call out the flaws, the misinformation, and the potential corporate influences behind this hit piece on the keto lifestyle.
At Goodnight’s Red River, we stand for real, natural nutrition. We believe in calling out misinformation, and this study is a prime example of what is likely an agenda-driven attack on the low-carb, high-fat diets that have helped countless people achieve better health. Let’s break down why this study is misleading and why you should seriously question its real motivations.
Misleading Definitions: This Was NOT Keto
The so-called “low-carb” group in the study consumed 37.5% of their calories from carbohydrates – nearly four times higher than the typical carb intake for a ketogenic diet, which is usually under 10% of daily calories! The researchers failed to study anything remotely resembling a true keto or low-carb diet. This is pure deception. Keto diets aim for 5-10% of daily calories from carbs, often less than 50 grams per day according to Harvard’s T.H.Chan School of Public Health.
By their own admission, the lowest-carb group in the study wasn’t even close to achieving ketosis, which is the cornerstone of a ketogenic diet. So why are they falsely labeling it as low-carb? Because it fits their narrative.
Ignoring the Critical Role of Food Quality
Another glaring flaw is the study’s complete disregard for food quality. It lumps all fats and proteins together without distinguishing between processed junk and natural, nutrient-dense foods. There is a world of difference between consuming processed meats full of preservatives and chemicals versus eating clean, grass-fed meats, wild-caught fish, and healthy fats like olive oil and avocado oil.
They didn’t even consider where the fats and proteins came from. At GRR, we champion whole, non-processed foods that support overall health and well-being. This study did nothing to assess the quality of the diet, focusing instead on skewed macronutrient ratios, ignoring what actually matters, which is the quality of ingredients. – Count the content before the calories people!!!
Follow the Money: Who’s Really Behind This Study?
Let’s get real about funding. The study claims to be free from conflicts of interest because organizations like VicHealth, the Cancer Council Victoria, and the Australian National Health and Medical Research Council fund it. Sounds innocent enough, right? Not quite, at least not yet.
We need to ask: who funds these organizations? In the United States, we’ve seen how corporate interests infiltrate non-profits like the American Heart Association, whose guidelines have been shaped by processed food and pharmaceutical companies. We would be naïve to assume that these so-called “independent” organizations funding this study are any different. While we don’t have direct proof, it’s fair to speculate that similar conflicts may exist here.
If these groups are supported by big corporations with a vested interest in promoting processed foods or pharmaceuticals, their influence is likely shaping the conclusions of these studies. This isn’t just research; it’s an agenda. We are entitled to question the true motivations behind this study. The researchers may claim there are no conflicts of interest, but without full transparency, we should all be skeptical of these claims.
What’s Really Happening Here?
This study is part of a larger effort to discredit diets that work – diets that prioritize real food, cut out processed garbage, and promote natural fats and proteins – diets and lifestyle changes that can prevent 90% of chronic diseases and causes of death. The success of low-carb and ketogenic diets threatens industries that thrive on keeping people sick, reliant on medication, and dependent on cheap, ultra-processed food.
At GRR, we’ve seen firsthand how focusing on nutrient-dense, natural foods improves health. Grass-fed meats, pasture-raised eggs, wild-caught fish, and healthy fats are the backbone of a real healthy low-carb lifestyle. We don’t rely on fake science or skewed studies funded by questionable sources. We rely on generations of real-life results, and we’re here to tell you that the ketogenic, carnivore, and ketovore lifestyles work.
Don’t Let Them Fool You
Let’s be clear: this study was not about ketogenic or low-carb diets. It was a twisted interpretation of what a low-carb diet actually is, designed to fit a pre-determined narrative. That narrative is that you will get diabetes by not eating the thing that contributes most to diabetes: Carbohydrates. Carbs are not a required nutritional ingredient of the human body. The researchers conveniently ignored the actual principles of keto, disregarded food quality, and pushed a misleading message backed by questionable funding sources.
So what can you do?
- Keto Works When Done Right: Focus on quality: grass-fed, pasture-raised, wild-caught, and healthy fats.
- Question the Narrative: Be wary of so-called “studies” funded by organizations that may have hidden agendas.
- Educate Yourself: Real health comes from eating real food, not processed junk. Low-carb and ketogenic diets can support healthy blood sugar levels and metabolic health—when they’re done right.
At Goodnight’s Red River, we will always support the people who are fighting back against these manipulative tactics. We promote real, healthy, American food—the kind that nourishes your body and fuels your life. We reject the fake narratives pushed by studies like this one and stand firm in the belief that a diet rooted in quality ingredients and traditional values is the key to real health.
Stay vigilant. Don’t let them deceive you. And keep fueling your body with the best that nature has to offer, and do it on your terms, not theirs.
Goodnight’s Red River. Proud to Stand for Truth, Tradition, and Real American Food.