Ketogenic Diet

  • Balanced diet nutrition keto concept. Assortment of healthy ketogenic low carb food ingredients for cooking on a kitchen table. Green vegetables, meat, salmon, cheese, eggs.

    The war against keto

    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

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    Leyla Weighs In: Fat—our primary fuel

    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

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  • Ask Leyla: Do paleo/keto diets cause gluconeogenesis (“new glucose”)

    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

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  • Top Ten Worst Health Stories of 2019 (Part 2)

    Top Ten Worst Health Stories of 2019 (Part 2)

    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

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  • 5 supplements to use on keto

    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

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  • The plot against Keto

    The plot against Keto

    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

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  • How can I survive the keto flu?

    Ask Leyla: How can I survive the keto flu?

    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

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  • How can I make the most of my ketogenic diet?

    Ask Leyla: How can I make the most of my 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

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  • Protein vs. fat in a low carb diet

    Leyla Weighs In: Protein vs. fat in a low carb 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

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