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Of all the low-carb diets out there, the ketogenic, or "keto," diet is unique because of its high fat intake. It might seem contradictory to think that you could lose fat on a high-fat diet, but keto has a strong success rate in the short term (less than a year). If you're interested in this diet, you likely have questions about how you count fat on keto and what types of fat you should be eating. Here, we've compiled answers to some of your most common questions about consuming fat on keto so you can decide if this is the way for you to jumpstart your weight loss journey.[1]
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- Make sure you're eating a variety of foods on keto and not just focusing on high-fat foods. Meats, fish, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds are all important to ensure you get enough of the nutrients your body needs.[19]Thanks
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- Talk to your doctor before you start the keto diet so they can monitor your health. Your doctor or a nutritionist can also suggest meal plans that take your current health condition into account.[20]Thanks
- The ketogenic diet is not meant to be followed long-term (more than a year). There might be health complications, including an increased risk of kidney stones, osteoporosis, and gout.[21]Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition/ketogenic-diet/comprehensive-ketogenic-diet-food-list-follow/
- ↑ https://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition/ketogenic-diet/comprehensive-ketogenic-diet-food-list-follow/
- ↑ https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/should-you-try-the-keto-diet
- ↑ https://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition/ketogenic-diet/comprehensive-ketogenic-diet-food-list-follow/
- ↑ Adrienne Youdim, MD. Board Certified Internist. Expert Interview. 11 September 2020.
- ↑ https://www.dietdoctor.com/low-carb/fat
- ↑ https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/healthy-weight/diet-reviews/ketogenic-diet/
- ↑ https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/fat-calories.html
- ↑ https://healthyeater.com/keto-diet-macros
- ↑ https://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/a27377563/keto-diet-macros/
- ↑ https://www.runnersworld.com/nutrition-weight-loss/a28759787/fat-bombs/
- ↑ https://www.eatwell101.com/cheesecake-keto-fat-bombs-recipe
- ↑ https://www.dietdoctor.com/low-carb/fat
- ↑ https://www.dietdoctor.com/low-carb/fat
- ↑ https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/healthy-weight/diet-reviews/ketogenic-diet/
- ↑ Adrienne Youdim, MD. Board Certified Internist. Expert Interview. 11 September 2020.
- ↑ https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/healthy-weight/diet-reviews/ketogenic-diet/
- ↑ https://www.nm.org/healthbeat/healthy-tips/nutrition/pros-and-cons-of-ketogenic-diet
- ↑ https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/healthy-weight/diet-reviews/ketogenic-diet/
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- ↑ https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/healthy-weight/diet-reviews/ketogenic-diet/
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