Does The Keto Diet Increase Fat Loss?
🔹 The keto diet has become the latest big thing in weight-loss plans, touted recently by celebs like Jenna Jameson, Mama June, and Halle Berry.
🔹 The diet involves cutting way back on carbohydrates, to 50 grams a day or less, to help the body achieve a state of ketosis, in which it has to burn fat (rather than sugar) for energy.
🔹 For decades doctors have prescribed the keto diet for treating epilepsy; however it’s unclear exactly why, but something about a ketogenic state seems to reduce the frequency of seizures.
🔹 But using keto for a general weight-loss plan,
is more controversial. Some health experts warn against it entirely, citing unpleasant side effects, health risks, and the diet’s unsustainable nature.
🔹 The keto diet could cause low blood pressure, kidney stones, constipation, nutrient deficiencies and an increased risk of heart disease. Strict diets like keto could also cause social isolation or disordered eating. Keto is not safe for those with any conditions involving their pancreas, liver, thyroid or gallbladder.J
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