• HEALTH

    What Is the Ketogenic Diet, Also Called “Keto”?

    Curious about the ketogenic diet? Discover what “keto” means, how it works, its benefits, risks, and whether it’s right for you.   What Is the Ketogenic Diet?   The ketogenic diet, often called “keto,” is a low-carbohydrate, high-fat eating plan designed to shift your body into a state called ketosis.   Normally, your body uses glucose (sugar from carbs) as its main source of energy. But when carb intake is drastically reduced, the body switches to burning fat instead. This process produces molecules called ketones, which become the new energy fuel.   How Does Keto Work?   The keto diet…

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    What is MCT oil and what is it used for?

          What is MCT oil? We recently talked about healthy and   best fats for you and the keto diet as well. But there has been a lot of talk about MCT oil lately because it has many health benefits, from aiding weight loss to keeping your body energy. So you need to know why it is useful and where to find it and also some recipes to try it.   What is MCT Oil? MCTs refer to Medium Chain Triglycerides, which are made up of Medium Chain Fatty Acids. MCT oil is a saturated fat but is a more concentrated source of…