Summary of ZOE Science And Nutrition Podcast Episode: The keto diet uncovered: The truth about fat vs. carbs
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The ketogenic diet involves consuming 70 to 75% of calories as fat, shifting the body from burning carbs to burning fat Christopher Gardner conducted a study on the diet, finding it challenging for participants to maintain on their own He emphasizes cutting back on added sugar and refined grains, advocating for a 35-40% carb diet without entering ketosis
Jonathan Wolff appreciates Gardner's critique and signals the end of the keto diet discussion in the next episode The diet, initially used to treat epilepsy, resurfaced as popular, emphasizing low carb intake and high fat consumption Despite potential benefits, it may cause side effects like 'keto flu' and challenges in maintaining ketosis
Gardner supports eliminating 'crappy carbs' for keto but advises against excluding veggies, fruits, whole grains, and beans The upcoming focus will be on low-fat diets in the next episode.
The keto diet uncovered: The truth about fat vs. carbs
Key Takeaways
- The ketogenic diet involves consuming 70 to 75% of calories as fat, shifting the body from burning carbs to burning fat.
- Christopher Gardner conducted a study on the ketogenic diet and found it challenging for participants to maintain the diet on their own.
- Gardner emphasizes the importance of cutting back on added sugar and refined grains, advocating for a 35-40% carb diet without entering ketosis.
- Jonathan Wolff appreciates Gardner's critique of the keto diet and signals the end of the discussion on keto in the next episode.
Ketogenic Diet: High Fat, Low Carb
- Christopher Gardner explains that the ketogenic diet involves consuming 70 to 75% of calories as fat, which is twice the usual amount.
- The ketogenic diet, initially used to treat epilepsy, has resurfaced as a popular diet, emphasizing extremely low carb intake and high fat consumption.
- The diet shifts the body from burning carbs to burning fat, resulting in reduced insulin need and a shift in hormone profile, but may cause side effects like 'keto flu' and potential misunderstanding about protein intake.
High Protein Diets Produce Insulin
- Protein, extra protein, is insulinogenic, which means it produces insulin to be putting away the protein that turned into carbs. This really is a very high fat diet in order to follow it.
Keto Diet: Total Thumbs Down
- Christopher Gardner conducted a study on the ketogenic diet and provided participants with food from a delivery service.
- The study revealed that it was challenging for participants to maintain the low-carb, high-fat diet on their own after the study.
- Despite efforts, many participants struggled to achieve and sustain ketosis, leading to a conclusion of a 'total thumbs down' on the keto diet.
Ditch the 'Crappy Carbs' for Keto
- Christopher Gardner emphasizes the importance of cutting back on added sugar and refined grains, which make up 40% of calories in the U.S.
- He advocates for maintaining whole grains, nuts, vegetables, and fruits, resulting in a 35-40% carb diet without entering ketosis.
- Gardner supports eliminating 'crappy carbs' for keto but advises against excluding veggies, fruits, whole grains, and beans.
- Jonathan Wolff appreciates Gardner's comprehensive critique of the keto diet, signaling the end of the discussion on keto and the upcoming focus on low-fat diets in the next episode.