Q Is keto a high-fat or high-protein diet?
A A well-formulated ketogenic diet is a low-carbohydrate, high-fat, moderate-protein diet. Under certain circumstances, a higher protein percentage can be used, but this depends on your health, activity level and other parameters.
Q Is the keto diet safe? It goes against everything I’ve been taught.
A The ketogenic diet and, consequently, ketosis is a natural metabolic state in which your body adapts to burning fat rather than carbohydrates as its primary fuel. It’s been proven to reduce blood sugar levels, improve insulin sensitivity and reduce inflammation. It has clear benefits for obesity, type 2 diabetes, prediabetes and many other conditions.
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