William Banting

William Banting was a British undertaker who, in the 1860s, became famous for popularizing a low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet to aid weight loss. His approach was based on avoiding bread, sugar, and potatoes, which he found helped him lose weight and improve his health. Banting's successful method was detailed in a booklet that gained widespread attention, influencing modern low-carb diets. His work is considered one of the earliest efforts to address weight management through dietary changes, laying the groundwork for contemporary low-carb and ketogenic eating plans.