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Possible benefits of the ketogenic diet

Metabolism and blood sugar:

• May help stabilize blood glucose levels • May improve insulin sensitivity • May contribute to the prevention of type 2 diabetes

Heart and cardiovascular system:

• May help reduce high blood pressure • May lower triglyceride levels • May increase “good” HDL cholesterol

Liver health:

• May have beneficial effects in cases of fatty liver (especially non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, alongside lifestyle changes) • May help reduce the burden on the liver

Inflammation and immune system:

• May contribute to reducing chronic inflammation • May support immune system function

Body weight and hormonal system:

• May be effective for fat burning • May reduce appetite and sugar cravings • May be beneficial in cases of PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome)

Nervous system and mental state:

• May improve concentration and focus • May reduce “brain fog” • Therapeutic diet used for decades in cases of epilepsy • Has been used as a therapeutic diet for decades in epilepsy • According to studies, may support the treatment of neurological diseases

Digestion and gut health:

• May help reduce bloating • In some people, symptoms of IBS and even reflux may improve