Reasons Not To Do A Keto Diet
The ketogenic, or “keto” diet, is a high-fat, low-carbohydrate eating plan that has been popularized recently. While this type of diet can be beneficial for many people and could potentially lead to weight loss, it is important to understand the potential risks associated with it before jumping in headfirst. In this blog post, we will explore some of the reasons why you may want to avoid trying a keto diet.
Unsustainable Long Term
One of the biggest drawbacks with the keto diet is its lack of sustainability in the long term. By drastically limiting carbohydrates from your daily intake – you will put your body into a metabolic state known as “ketosis.” While this may sound desirable at first, it can also be difficult to maintain over time as your body may begin to crave sugar or other energy sources it is used to receiving from carbs. Additionally – if you discontinue following the keto diet after doing so for an extended period – you could wind up gaining back any lost weight (and then some) due to changes in your body’s metabolism caused by this drastic change in dietary intake.
Nutrient Deficiencies
Another risk associated with the keto diet is nutrient deficiencies due to inadequate vitamin & mineral intake during this timeframe. Since many foods on the list of approved items are not rich sources of vitamins and minerals – such as fruits & vegetables – you may find yourself suffering from deficiencies if you are not careful about your meal planning regimen. This could include symptoms such as fatigue, hair loss, digestive issues and more!
Possible Side Effects
Lastly – there are numerous potential side effects associated with transitioning into a strict ketogenic lifestyle that should be taken into consideration prior to beginning one’s journey:
• Constipation: As fiber consumption tends to be lower than what would normally be consumed – digestive issues such as constipation can arise
• Bad breath & dehydration: These two often go hand in hand due to increased production of acetone in one’s breath (as well as urine) while following a keto diet
Conclusion
Deciding whether a ketogenic diet is right for you will depend upon several factors specific to each individual – however regardless of which lifestyle route you take it should be noted individual results may vary so please consult with a healthcare professional beforehand tailored specifically for both short term goals as well as long term health plans!
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