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By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
I’m a veteran of the Diet Wars. Back in the 80s, when the ultra-low-carb Atkins Diet was all the rage, the refrain was: “Sure you’ll lose scads of weight . . . but it’ll eventually kill you!” “Sure your blood pressure…read more
Categories: Ketogenic Diet
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
At this point in time, and in science, we know that low-fat diets aren’t helpful. Indeed, they’re harmful. The Dietary Guidelines which encourage the substitution of fats with carbohydrates have caused our rampant epidemics of obesity and type 2 diabetes….read more
Categories: Ketogenic Diet
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: Do ketogenic and Paleo diets cause any muscle breakdown to produce glucose via gluconeogenesis? A: Gluconeogenesis (“new glucose”) is made in the liver from amino acids—the building blocks of protein—to support blood sugar metabolism known as glycolysis. These amino…read more
Categories: Ketogenic Diet
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
It’s that time of year: I’m reprising my annual rendition of the year’s worst health stories. These stories distinguish themselves by perpetuating stereotypes about the dangers or inefficacy of supplements or natural therapies, or alternatively, parroting outmoded concepts about diet….read more
Categories: Ketogenic Diet
By Tori Lutz
When first starting out on the Keto diet, many people quickly come to understand what’s known as the Keto Flu, a feeling of immense sickness and exhaustion caused by switching from a carb-inclusive daily intake to eating almost zero carbs…read more
Categories: Ketogenic Diet
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
I’m not susceptible to conspiracy theories, but this week’s confluence of anti-low-carb/Keto stories has me wondering. It’s a veritable torrent of orchestrated assaults! First there was the “Keto crotch” campaign. Initially, I was going to pass up on damage control…read more
Categories: Ketogenic Diet
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I’m on a very low carb diet and my question relates to my feeling of weakness and lethargy recently. I’ve read about the “Atkins Flu” or “Keto Flu.” Is this what I’m experiencing? What can I do to feel better?…read more
Categories: Ketogenic Diet
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I have tried somewhat successfully to burn my persistent fat with a ketogenic diet but find the 20 to 30 grams daily carbohydrate allowance hard to maintain. I also like to enjoy a glass or two of good red wine…read more
Categories: Ketogenic Diet
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
There’s a misconception among low carb dieters. Many people believe a low carb diet is much higher in protein. Folks are opting for ‘lean’ protein like sirloin steak and grilled chicken breast, keeping fattier portions like rib-eye and dark meat…read more
Categories: Ketogenic Diet
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