Category: The Ketogenic Diet

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Introduction The ketogenic diet, or keto for short, is a high-fat, moderate-protein, and low-carbohydrate diet. Its primary goal is to promote the body’s ability to burn fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates. The ketogenic diet has been used for decades as a therapeutic intervention for certain health conditions, such as epilepsy, but has gained more […]

Carbohydrates are usually the preferred source of energy production by our cells. When net carbohydrate intake is limited to less than 50g per day, insulin secretion is reduced and our glycogen stores become depleted, forcing the body to adapt to a different metabolic state. This new metabolic state works by shifting the body’s metabolism from […]

Macronutrients are the nutrients that our bodies need in large amounts to maintain optimal health and functioning. The three primary macronutrients are carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, and they play important roles in providing energy, building and repairing tissues, and regulating metabolic processes. Let’s discuss some of the basics of these macronutrients. Carbohydrates Carbohydrates, which serve […]

The key principle of the ketogenic diet is to induce a state of ketosis, in which the body shifts from using glucose as its primary energy source to using ketones, which are produced from the breakdown of fat. To achieve this state, it is important to limit carbohydrate intake to a specific range. Carbohydrate Intake […]

Why Fat Intake is So High in the Ketogenic Diet One of the defining features of the ketogenic diet is its high fat intake. The macronutrients are often divided in the range of 60-80% fats, 20-30% protein, and 5-10% carbohydrates depending on the specific version of the ketogenic diet. This macronutrient composition is in sharp […]

While the high fat and low carbohydrate aspects of the ketogenic diet are often emphasized, the moderate protein intake is also a critical component. Let’s explore the role of protein in the ketogenic diet. Moderate Protein Intake for the Ketogenic Diet Protein is an essential macronutrient that plays a variety of important roles in the […]

Ketosis is a natural metabolic state in which the body uses ketone bodies as its primary fuel source, rather than glucose. This occurs when carbohydrate intake is significantly reduced, causing a shift in the body’s primary energy source. The mechanisms involved in achieving a state of ketosis Limited carbohydrate intake When following a ketogenic diet, […]

Insulin, a hormone crucial in regulating blood glucose levels and energy metabolism, plays a significant role in the context of the ketogenic diet. Understanding the function of insulin is essential for maintaining a state of ketosis, as it directly influences the body’s ability to use and produce ketone bodies as an alternative fuel source. Produced […]

Glucagon is another hormone essential in regulating blood glucose levels and energy metabolism. It’s produced by the pancreas’ alpha cells and is released when blood glucose levels are low, such as during fasting or exercise. Upon release, glucagon prompts the liver to break down stored glycogen into glucose and release it into the bloodstream through […]