What are the benefits of the keto diet?

Let's dig into this trend.

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Today's Ingredients Few fad diets have captured the hearts and minds of as many people, for as many years, as the ketogenic diet, or "keto" for short. It's stuck around for so long, it may not be fair to call it a fad at all. A keto diet (eating high fat foods and a very small amount of carbs) is the most effective way to move your metabolism into a state of ketosis, in which your body burns fat for fuel instead of carbs. The keto diet has a loyal following of devotees. But are there bona fide benefits to this trendy diet? We invited Mohini Bhakta, a registered dietitian at Healthline, back to get her take.   • Food to live well: Avocado, tomato, and corn chickpea salad   • News to know: Natural ways to potentially boost human growth hormone   • Exercises to try: 11 best exercises to strengthen your quads at home Hope this helps! Ginger Wojcik Newsletter Editor, Healthline   Written by Ginger Wojcik August 27, 2024 • 3.5 min read Let's Ask the Dietitian Q: What is the keto diet, and why did it become so popular? A: The "keto diet" has taken on many forms over the years! A true ketogenic diet is a very high fat, low protein, low carb diet. About 90% of calories come from fat on this diet, which is pretty extreme! The only population where we see any health benefit to following a true keto diet is in children with epilepsy, where it has been shown to decrease seizure frequency. Most of what we see or hear about is a modified keto. This rose to popularity in the 1990s with the Atkins diet. This modified approach, which ballparks macros to about 60% to 70% fat, 20% to 30% protein, and 5% to 10% carbs, is what most people will be aiming for when following keto. The idea behind this higher fat approach is using a different type of fuel for our bodies, called ketones, rather than carbs — which are our preferred energy source. It became popular as a weight loss diet because it works … in the short term, at least! With a high fat diet, we are likely to feel fuller for longer and eat fewer calories overall. However, long-term health benefits, including sustained weight loss, haven't been supported, and keto may not be safe for everyone. There will likely be a significant reduction of nutrient variety, and it may increase some people's risk of high cholesterol. Since this diet is such a drastic change to most people's food groups, it's important to work with your physician and dietitian to make sure you're getting all the nutrients your body requires to function at its best. Mohini Bhakta, Registered Dietitian Want to learn more about food, diets, cooking, or some other nutrition subject? Let us know at nutritionedition@healthline.com and we'll look into it for you! (Heads up, we may use your response in an upcoming newsletter.)     Based on your interests The 5 Best Flour Options for Diabetes READ ON     Kitchen Kit Steely       All-Clad D3 3-Ply Stainless Steel Sauce Pan with Lid For many years, I used cheap and flimsy pots and pans. Safe to say I burned and/or overcooked a lot of food during that era. Then I finally came into a high quality stainless steel saucepan like this one from All-Clad, and I've never looked back. The main benefit, I find, is being able to simmer sauces without getting them overly hot. These puppies are also way more durable and easier to clean, especially if you take good care of them. SHOP NOW Every product we recommend has gone through either Healthline's or Optum Store's vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline and Optum Store are owned by RVO Health.       Sustainable Change Save time and eat healthy with 5,000+ Wellos recipes Wellos is a sister brand of Healthline.   Wellos offers curated recipe collections by meal type, dietary preference, and cuisine. Tailor your meals even further with filters for prep time, appliances, and more. GET STARTED the takeout What we're digesting 🫘 How to support healthy kidney function. Staying hydrated, prioritizing certain foods, and other habits can help support these vital organs. 🏜️ These tips can help prevent and avoid diaper rash. Because no one likes a rashy bum! 😩 So this is why hangovers get worse with age. No, you're not just imagining it. ❓ Are there any benefits to doing a 30-day no-sugar challenge? There can be. But sustainable, long-term change should be the ultimate goal. Thanks for reading, everyone! And happy birthday to my dear dad, whom I love very much. I'll be back on Thursday with more health wisdom from our experts! Until next time, Take care of yourself, and we'll see you again soon!   This edition was powered by stainless steel.

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