The ketogenic diet, also called the keto diet, is a low-carbohydrate, moderate-protein, high-fat diet.
People on the keto diet typically eat fewer than 50 grams (g) of carbohydrates daily.
By contrast, the typical American diet consumes 225325 g of carbs daily.
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Lower carb levels mean the body will burn stored fat for fuel once it runs out of carbs.
To enter and remain in ketosis, youll need to eat less than 50 g of carbohydrates each day.
This significantly differs from otherlow-carb diets, which typically restrict carb intake to less than 130 g per day.
For Females
Some people wonder if women should eat morecarbohydratesthan men on the keto diet.
However, theres no clear evidence-based consensus on the recommended carbohydrate intake for men vs. women.
Some researchers believe women should consume more fat, while others think they need more carbs.
Talk to your healthcare provider if youre interested in doing the keto diet during pregnancy or the postpartum period.
Researchers are also exploring it as a potential supplementary treatment for certain cancers.
Again, you could track this easily with a mobile app.
This very low carbohydrate intake is necessary to enter and maintain a state of ketosis.
If youre considering starting aketo diet, contact a healthcare provider to discuss your goals.
They can help you decide if its right for you and make a nutritional plan that suits your needs.
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Last updated: January 21, 2021.
