As we have previously discussed, a Ketogenic diet is the “not so new diet craze.” This is a diet that focuses on minimal carbohydrates (10%), moderate protein (20%) and high healthy fat (70%) consumption. High amounts of fiber and antioxidants are also recommended on this diet. By now we understand that eating this way for 30-90 days is essential for putting our body into “nutritional ketosis”. This is when the liver starts to create ketone bodies for the body and brain to use as an energy source. This results in a more efficient use of our own body fat and therefore, body fat loss. For those whose primary concern is body fat loss, this “keto cycling” (using Keto and Paleo alternately) is ideal.
The Ketogenic Diet: Not Just For Weight Loss
