Science Vs Ketogenic Diet... Is Fat Good For You?
Apr 26, 2018
The ketogenic diet is all the rage, promising brain boosts and fat melt. Experts weigh in on whether cutting carbs and piling on the fats actually delivers these benefits. Personal anecdotes spice up discussions about energy and focus, but there’s a humorous look at the struggles and cravings that come with such a restrictive diet. Skepticism looms as they examine its implications for athletes and long-term health. Can we really trust the keto hype? Dive into the science and experiences that shape this hot dietary trend.
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Dom's Keto Experience
- Dom D'Agostino, a neuroscientist, found the ketogenic diet improved his focus and energy levels.
- He attributes his career success to the diet's impact on his productivity.
Keto's Origins
- The ketogenic diet originated in the 1920s as a treatment for epilepsy in children before seizure medications existed.
- It involves high fat, very low carb intake, causing the body to produce ketones for brain fuel.
Ketones as Brain Fuel
- When the body lacks carbs, it uses stored fat to create ketones, an alternative brain fuel.
- This shift in brain fuel might alter nerve communication, potentially reducing seizures.