A Guide For Doing Keto On The Elderly:

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Keto Diet For Seniors Benefits, Risks, And Side
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Keto Diet For Seniors Benefits, Risks, And Side
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• Weve all heard about the keto diet. This
  popular low-carb, moderate-protein, and high-fat
  approach is among the most popular weight-loss
  programs.
• However, there are some people who should not
  be following a keto diet, such as pregnant or
  lactating women.
• But, what about the elderly?
• Can the elderly practice a keto lifestyle?
  And, if so, what benefits can one achieve
  (besides weight loss)?
• Here, well talk about the keto diet in
  seniors to determine possible health benefits,
  risks, and side effects.
• Additionally, well go over some tips on how
  to practice an effective keto diet on seniors.

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Keto Diet For Seniors Benefits, Risks, And Side
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• What Is The Keto Diet?
• A keto diet is a low-carb, moderate-protein,
  and high-fat approach. Typically, people consume
  5-10 of the calories from carbs, 20-30 from
  protein, and 70-80 from fats.
• The theory behind a keto diet relies upon
  metabolic adaptation.
• The bodys natural energy source is glucose,
  which you obtain from starches, legumes, fruits,
  and other carb-based foods.
• But, when the body suddenly gets cut from its
  main energy source, it needs to find a new one.
  Thus, the body turns to fat reserves for a new
  energy source. As a result, ketones are produced.
  
• A high ketone content produces a ketosis
  state.

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• Benefits of A Keto Diet On The Elderly
• Now, the biggest benefit of keto is weight
  loss.
• But, when it comes to seniors, this might not
  be the most important benefit you might obtain.
• So, lets take a closer look at the possible
  benefits seniors might obtain when following a
  keto diet.

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Keto Diet For Seniors Benefits, Risks, And Side
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• Reduced Risk of Chronic Illnesses
• As you age, there is an increased risk of
  chronic illnesses. More and more people suffer
  from insulin resistance, high blood pressure, or
  cholesterol problems.
• The keto diet can help reduce cholesterol,
  decrease triglycerides, and regulate blood sugar
  levels.
• Good bloodwork can decrease the risk of
  chronic issues like diabetes and heart disease.
• Now, this benefit relies on the foods you
  include. If you have a high saturated fat
  consumption (butter, mayo, high-fat meats) and
  dont balance it with healthier fats (avocado,
  nuts, and seeds), you might actually jeopardize
  your health.

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• Improved Quality of Life
• If you are looking for weight loss benefits,
  you might be able to move around more with a
  reduction in weight.
• Additionally, it seems that a keto diet might
  help reduce inflammation. So, it might have some
  positive effects on your joints.
• Another benefit is seen in energy levels. At
  the beginning of a keto diet, you might
  experience a dump in your energy levels. After a
  couple of days (once the body is adapted), you
  might experience more energy.
• This means you can have more energy to perform
  daily tasks and play with your grandkids.

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Keto Diet For Seniors Benefits, Risks, And Side
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• Improved Cognitive Function
• Finally, there seem to be some positive
  effects on cognitive function while doing a keto
  diet.
• Evidence suggests that following a low-carb
  diet can help improve memory. In fact, it seems
  that it can reduce early signs of Alzheimers.
• However, more information is needed to
  determine the benefits of a keto diet on
  cognitive function in the elderly.

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• Risks of Following A Keto Diet For The Elderly
• Even though there are several benefits to
  following a keto diet, there are still some
  risks. Here are some of the risks of a keto diet.
  
• Increased risk of nutrient deficiency.
• By reducing a food group, it increases the
  risk of nutrient deficiency. If not treated
  carefully can lead to problems like osteoporosis
  or other health issues.
• Increased risk of heart disease.
• In some people, excessive consumption of
  fried foods and high saturated foods can result
  in an increased risk of heart disease.
• Changes in gut health.
• Whenever there is a big change in eating
  habits, it can lead to changes in gut health.
  While this can sometimes be a good thing,
  sometimes it can cause more harm than good. So,
  if you are experiencing digestive issues while on
  keto, its better to analyze if its worth
  staying on it.

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Keto Diet For Seniors Benefits, Risks, And Side
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• If you are thinking about making a change in
  your diet, make sure you talk with your doctor.
  They can help you determine if a keto diet is the
  best option for you. They can analyze your
  bloodwork, current medication, and anything else
  that might affect your health.

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• Possible Side Effects
• Besides some risks, there are a couple of
  side effects you need to know about when starting
  a keto diet.
• The first side effect is called keto flu.
  When your body is adapting to ketones, it might
  produce flu-like symptoms like headaches,
  fatigue, foggy brain, nausea, and irritability.
  But, dont worry. The symptoms typically go away
  after a couple of days.
• The other possible side effect is
  constipation.
• Constipation is a big problem for seniors, so
  the keto diet might not help this condition. It
  can actually make it worse.
• But, there are ways to avoid any possible
  side effects and do a keto diet effectively if
  you are a senior.

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