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Keto Diet Overview
The Keto Diet is a nutritional approach that significantly reduces carbohydrate intake and replaces it with fat. This shift in macronutrient composition causes the body to enter a state called ketosis, where fat becomes the main source of energy instead of carbohydrates.
In ketosis, the liver converts fat into molecules known as ketones, which supply energy for the brain and body in the absence of sufficient glucose. The diet emphasizes consuming foods that are high in fats, moderate in protein, and extremely low in carbohydrates.
- Macronutrient Focus: The emphasis is on a high intake of fats, a moderate level of proteins, and a very low amount of carbohydrates.
- Induced Metabolism: The reduction in carbohydrate consumption leads to the production of ketones, initiating a metabolic state where the body burns fat instead of carbohydrates for energy.
- Food Selection: The diet prioritizes natural, unprocessed foods that are rich in healthy fats and has limited foods that are high in carbohydrates.
This dietary pattern is distinct in its method of inducing ketosis through carbohydrate restriction and increased fat consumption, altering how the body accesses energy.
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