Khaberni - The ketogenic diet is a low-carb, high-fat, and moderate-protein diet designed to put the body into a state of "ketosis", which means depriving it from being supplied with glucose from carbohydrates, making it initially draw energy from the liver and muscles, then using stored fats in different body areas as an energy source.
The keto diet does not lead to a permanent decrease in body weight.
However, a new study conducted on mice that followed this regimen for a full year showed that over time, it led to fatty liver disease, glucose intolerance, and a significant rise in cholesterol levels.
The research team from the University of Utah said that following the keto diet for a long time could harm metabolic health more than it benefits.
It is believed that keto diets help in reducing the effects of drug-resistant epilepsy, while some think that this diet helps in reducing obesity and controlling type 2 diabetes.
According to "MSN Health", the foods allowed in this diet include: fish, red meat, poultry, non-starchy vegetables, fat-rich avocados, berries, nuts, seeds, eggs, olive oil, cocoa-rich dark chocolate, and high-fat dairy products.
Keto is not a cure for obesity
And the researchers stated in their findings: "While the keto diet causes weight loss, it does not lead to a permanent decrease in body weight, and therefore, should not be considered a cure for obesity or diabetes."
Furthermore, we noticed a worsening of glucose intolerance and impaired insulin secretion the longer this diet was followed.
They added: "Although we found glucose intolerance to be reversible, other effects of this diet might persist."
