‘A ketogenic diet is unique from a dietary therapy point of view in that it’s the only diet that we know of that is defined by an objective biomarker.’ – Dr. Dominic D’Agostino
In this episode, Dr. Dominic D’Agostino, a leading authority on metabolic health and ketogenic diets, shares his insights on the benefits of a well-designed ketogenic diet.
He explores its potential in managing various health conditions and discusses the importance of carefully monitoring nutrient intake while following this high-fat, low-carb dietary approach.
Table of Contents
- The Ketogenic Diet Defined by an Objective Biomarker
- Diverse Variations in Ketogenic Diets
- Mechanism Behind Ketogenic Diet
- Benefits Beyond High Ketone Levels
- Gradual Transition for Beginners
- Optimized Ketogenic Diet
- Important Role of Acetoacetate
- Supplements Alongside Ketogenic Diet
- Potential Role for Ketones in Preventing Age-Related Sarcopenia
- Monitoring Nutrient Intake on Ketogenic Diet
The Ketogenic Diet Defined by an Objective Biomarker
A unique aspect of the ketogenic diet is that it’s defined by an objective biomarker – ketones.
Achieving therapeutic levels of ketones, used to treat conditions like neurological disorders and seizures, requires consuming a high-fat diet.
Diverse Variations in Ketogenic Diets
Ketogenic diets come in diverse variations from a four-to-one ratio (classical ketogenic diet) which is 90% fat and one part protein and carbohydrates, to a more liberal one-to-one ratio (modified Atkins or low glycemic index therapy).
Despite inducing different levels of ketosis, both versions have therapeutic effects.
