Chapter 1:Knowing the Ketogenic lifestyle
One of the things other diets like Paleo diet and Atkins diet have in common is that both diets start with a low intake of carbohydrate. Carbohydrates consumed is converted to glucose and it allows the body to make use of the glucose as a source of energy. However, it is important for the pancreas to release insulin into the bloodstream so that our cells will be able to access the glucose and have it converted to energy. The problem lies when we take too much carbohydrate in our body- making us fat and even suffer from blood sugar level swings.
The Ketogenic Lifestyle revolves around eating a low carbohydrate diet and a good amount of protein and fat. Yes, you heard me, FATS. These fats are those that are considered “good fats”, such as fats from vegetable oils …show more content…
This is good news to those with Type 2 Diabetes who are having difficulty managing their glucose levels.
Better management of Epilepsy - A Ketogenic Lifestyle has reportedly been used since the 1920s to reduce the severity of epileptic seizures and enhance the quality of life of epileptic patients.
More manageability of harmful diseases - The effects of Cancer, Acne, Parkinson’s Disease, Alzheimer’s Disease and a host of other debilitating diseases are better managed with The Ketogenic Lifestyle.
Tips for the beginners
Of course there is some learning in adapting The Ketogenic Lifestyle, but I have tried to make this book as simple as possible to help beginners start living healthier. It is important not to lose focus and remain committed in the plan. Bear in mind that a plan is only as effective as your level of commitment to it.
Consider the following:
Try to get enough salt in your diet to avoid blood chemical imbalance.
Exercise is also important to burn that extra calorie from glucose to give you some room for
One of the things other diets like Paleo diet and Atkins diet have in common is that both diets start with a low intake of carbohydrate. Carbohydrates consumed is converted to glucose and it allows the body to make use of the glucose as a source of energy. However, it is important for the pancreas to release insulin into the bloodstream so that our cells will be able to access the glucose and have it converted to energy. The problem lies when we take too much carbohydrate in our body- making us fat and even suffer from blood sugar level swings.
The Ketogenic Lifestyle revolves around eating a low carbohydrate diet and a good amount of protein and fat. Yes, you heard me, FATS. These fats are those that are considered “good fats”, such as fats from vegetable oils …show more content…
This is good news to those with Type 2 Diabetes who are having difficulty managing their glucose levels.
Better management of Epilepsy - A Ketogenic Lifestyle has reportedly been used since the 1920s to reduce the severity of epileptic seizures and enhance the quality of life of epileptic patients.
More manageability of harmful diseases - The effects of Cancer, Acne, Parkinson’s Disease, Alzheimer’s Disease and a host of other debilitating diseases are better managed with The Ketogenic Lifestyle.
Tips for the beginners
Of course there is some learning in adapting The Ketogenic Lifestyle, but I have tried to make this book as simple as possible to help beginners start living healthier. It is important not to lose focus and remain committed in the plan. Bear in mind that a plan is only as effective as your level of commitment to it.
Consider the following:
Try to get enough salt in your diet to avoid blood chemical imbalance.
Exercise is also important to burn that extra calorie from glucose to give you some room for