It is based on the theory that
by eliminating most carbs (
primarily grains, starches, dairy, and sugars) and allowing only specific carbs that require minimal digestion, it can
reduce inflammation and make eating enjoyable for people with gastrointestinal (GI) disorders.
Possible reduction in certain types of cancer: «It appears to work
primarily by blocking the growth and metastatic spread of tumors, controlling the cell cycle, and
by reducing inflammation.»