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Can You Build Muscle on a Low-Carb Ketogenic Diet? What the Science Says

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman

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The Power of Ketosis for Muscle Health

This chapter explores the science behind ketosis and its role in muscle preservation, highlighting the benefits of ketones like BHB for mitochondrial function and recovery. It also discusses how ketogenic diets can sustain muscle glycogen levels in athletes, demonstrating the body's adaptability to low-carb nutrition.

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