Differences between ketosis and ketoacidosis

Ketosis and ketoacidosis both involve increased levels of ketones in the body.

What are the signs of ketosis?

People who follow the ketogenic diet eat a low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet to induce a bodily process called ketosis.

Keto diet may protect against cognitive decline

Our diets can influence the state of our health. Research in mice now suggests that one regimen — the ketogenic diet — may even prevent cognitive decline.

Keto diet could make cancer therapy more effective

A new study suggests that the ketogenic diet, which is very low in carbohydrates but high in fats, may give cancer therapy a much-needed boost.

Ketogenic diet for type 2 diabetes: Does it work?

What is the ketogenic diet? Learn about the benefits of using the ketogenic diet to manage diabetes and potential side effects.

Low-carb, high-fat diets may reduce epilepsy seizures

Scientists find that diets high in fat and low in carbohydrates, such as the ketogenic diet or modified Atkins diet, may reduce seizures in adults with refractory epilepsy.