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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

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

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

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

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

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).

See Also

• Low-carbohydrate diet
• Atkins diet
• Paleolithic diet

External Links

• Epilepsy Foundation - Ketogenic Diet
• Diet Doctor - Keto Diet