This particular "religion" is backed by studies that say it's the most effective way to eat to lose weight. Granted, the only studies I know about are the ones

This particular "religion" is backed by studies that say it's the most effective way to eat to lose weight. Granted, the only studies I know about are the ones Taubes cites, but is there evidence to the contrary? It seems to work for a lot of people and the science behind it makes sense to me. I don't see why it should be discouraged.