Ketogenic diet — Very low carbohydrate, higher fat pattern aiming for nutritional ketosis — medical supervision recommended for many.
| Factor | Detail |
|---|---|
| Evidence for fat loss / health | Moderate (short term) |
| Difficulty | Hard |
| Best for | Selected patients under clinical supervision; not a first DIY default. |
| Strengths | Strong appetite suppression for some; studied in specific medical contexts. |
| Watch-outs | Adherence hard; micronutrients; lipid changes; “keto flu”; medication interactions. |
How to run this system (practical)
- Do not start extreme keto while on certain diabetes meds without a clinician.
- Prioritize electrolytes and vegetables within carb budget.
- Plan exit strategy — long-term strict keto is not required for most weight goals.
BC / Vancouver context
Medical weight-loss clinics can advise if keto is appropriate vs gentler low-carb.
How this pairs with medical weight loss
Diet systems are tools. Clinics assess BMI, labs, medications, and contraindications before any GLP-1 or structured program. Explore GLP-1 evaluation, medical programs, and all diet systems.
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