There are studies performed that have lead to different outcomes. What I have learned over the years is that anything that spikes your insulin levels will tell your body to store all incoming calories to fat cells. Sugar, carbs, bread and starches all spike your insulin levels. You can get your healthy carbs from raw veggies. Why raw? You lose 90% of the nutrients if you cook it.

I agree you shouldn't starve yourself and your body will go into survival mode and not release fat cells generously.