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The Keto Diet: Can It Supercharge Your Brain and Body?
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Embrace the Ketogenic Shift
The ketogenic diet induces the body to burn stored fat by depriving it of carbohydrates, leading to the production of ketones in the liver. These ketones serve as an alternative energy source for the brain, challenging the conventional belief that glucose is the sole fuel for brain function. This shift in fuel may explain why some individuals experience a reduction in seizures while on this diet, possibly due to enhanced neuronal communication or increased activity of chemical messengers in the brain. Ongoing research aims to uncover the precise mechanisms behind these effects.
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