Keto Diet May Offer Benefits Beyond Weight Loss
A recent study shows that a keto diet may offer greater health benefits for people with obesity. fcafotodigital · E+/Getty A recent study has shown that a ketogenic (keto) diet may offer more health benefits for people with obesity than other weight loss diets. The researchers compared a keto diet with the Mediterranean diet and a low fat, plant-forward diet. All three diets led to weight loss…
A recent study in Cell Metabolism suggests that a ketogenic (keto) diet may provide additional health benefits for individuals with obesity, prediabetes, and fatty liver disease. Compared to the Mediterranean diet and a low fat, plant-forward diet, the keto diet led to greater improvement in liver and metabolic health. The study assigned 42 participants to one of three diet groups, all of whom lost approximately 10% of their body weight over four to five months.
While all diets resulted in significant weight loss and reduced body fat, the keto diet specifically reduced liver fat by 67%, compared to 45% in the other groups. Keto participants also experienced a larger increase in glucagon, a hormone that promotes fat loss in the liver, and a greater reduction in blood insulin levels. Although the study was small and had limitations, it indicates that despite equal weight loss, dietary composition still impacts liver health.
Experts advise that while keto may add benefits, it may not be suitable for everyone due to its difficulty to sustain long-term.
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