What is Keto Diet?
The ketogenic (keto) diet is a low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet designed to promote weight loss and improve health by inducing a state of ketosis in the body. Here are the key aspects of the keto diet: Basic Principles: Low Carbohydrate Intake: Typically, only 5-10% of daily calories come from carbohydrates. This generally amounts to 20-50 grams of carbohydrates per day. High Fat Intake: About 70-75% of daily calories come from fat. Emphasis on healthy fats such as avocados, nuts, seeds, and olive oil. Moderate Protein Intake: Around 20-25% of daily calories come from protein. Includes sources like meat, fish, eggs, and dairy. Mechanism: Ketosis: The diet aims to put the body into a metabolic state called ketosis, where it becomes highly efficient at burning fat for energy. In ketosis, the liver converts fats into ketones, which can be used as an alternative energy source by the brain and other organs. Foods to Eat: Meat and Poultry: Beef, chicken, pork, etc. Fish and Seafood: Salmon