Whether you are taking the first steps or simply looking to modify your food intake and get healthy, the Ketogenic Diet is certainly a great choice for you no matter what time of the year. Throughout this e-book, you will be introduced to some of the most mouth-watering recipes that are easy to prepare, and before you know it, the Ketogenic Diet will cease to be a diet; it will become a way of life.
As you will discover, a Ketogenic regiment is all about high fat, low carbohydrates, and a healthy amount of protein, allowing your body to rely on the fats as energy instead of burning up the carbohydrates. You'll therefore feel more energetic the more time you spend on the regimen.
As you begin the Ketogenic Diet, however, the important thing to remember is consistency. Of course, you may find it hard not to indulge in the occasional cheat meal when the opportunity presents itself, such as during the holidays or on an outing with friends. Though your body will absolutely be able to bounce back once you return to the diet, it is essential to stick as closely to it as possible so that you body can maintain the high metabolic rate.
That said, congratulations on making this life-changing decision! You are joining the countless people who, like you, have decided to choose a healthier lifestyle and will therefore reap all of the benefits that the Ketogenic Diet has to offer.
Why Choose the Ketogenic Diet?
Over the years, researchers have found that there are many benefits to choosing the Ketogenic Diet. There was initial speculation that the diet would cause a cholesterol build-up in the body, therefore leading to heart disease due to the high-fat content of the foods that people on the diet could consume. However, as more and more experts have looked into the diet, they have found that there are inherent advantages for beginning this type of diet.
For one, the body is able to utilize fat instead of carbohydrates for energy. The body will therefore not rely on carbohydrates since there is such a low amount entering the body, and will thus be able to store ketones - the fats - for later energy use.
Another benefit is the fact that the body will not be as hungry, and people on the Keto Diet therefore are at a lower risk of falling off their regiment by snacking. Because the Keto Diet encourages the consumption of various protein-rich foods which work to curb hunger. The body goes into the state of ketosis - which is common among those who fast regularly - and therefore does not require a lot of food to keep it going. What better than to be on a healthy diet and not have constant hunger pangs?
Finally, the health benefits offered by the Keto Diet are remarkable. People who follow the Keto Diet completely eliminate starchy carbohydrates, such as breads and pastas, and substitute them with non-starch vegetables such as broccoli, asparagus, carrots, and many others. These kinds of vegetables are packed with vitamins and nutrients that support a healthy body, and are also much lower in calories.
The Keto Diet, in addition to aiding those who suffer from illnesses such as epilepsy, is also recommended for cancer patients. As research has shown, cancer cells flourish in areas of the body where there is a lot of glucose, which is what carbohydrates become. If the body consumes less carbohydrates, there will therefore be less glucose, and subsequently the cancer cells will not be able to grow and thrive.
BENEFITS OF A KETO DIET
•Cholesterol. A Keto diet has shown to improve triglyceride levels and
cholesterol levels most associated with arterial buildup.
•Weight Loss. As your body is burning fat as the main source of energy, you will
essentially be using your fat stores as an energy source while in a fasting state.
•Blood Sugar. Many studies show the decrease of LDL cholesterol over time and
have shown to eliminate ailments such as type 2 diabetes.
•Energy. By giving your body a better and more reliable energy source, you will
feel more energized during the day. Fats are shown to be the most effective
molecule to burn as fuel.
•Hunger. Fat is naturally more satisfying and ends up leaving us in a satiated
(“full”) state for longer.
•Acne. Recent studies have shown a drop in acne lesions and skin
inflammation over 12 weeks.
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