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The ketogenic diet (often referred to as the keto diet) is a high-fat, adequate-protein, low-carbohydrate diet that in medicine is used primarily to treat difficult-to-control (refractory) epilepsy in children. The diet forces the body to burn fats rather than carbohydrates.
History[edit]
The ketogenic diet was developed in the 1920s as a treatment for epilepsy. It was widely used until the advent of anticonvulsant medications. Interest in the diet as a treatment for epilepsy was revived in the 1990s.
Mechanism[edit]
The diet works by forcing the body into a state of ketosis, where it burns fat for fuel instead of glucose. This is achieved by drastically reducing carbohydrate intake and replacing it with fat.
Uses[edit]
The ketogenic diet is primarily used to treat epilepsy in children. It has also been studied for its potential benefits in other conditions, such as weight loss, type 2 diabetes, and neurological disorders.
Side Effects[edit]
Common side effects of the ketogenic diet include constipation, hypoglycemia, and gastrointestinal distress. Long-term use can lead to nutrient deficiencies and bone health issues.
Variations[edit]
There are several variations of the ketogenic diet, including the standard ketogenic diet (SKD), the cyclical ketogenic diet (CKD), and the targeted ketogenic diet (TKD).
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