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Ketogenic Diet Shown to Alter Glucose Tolerance and Lipid Metabolism

New Study Reveals Diet's Impact on Gut Bacteria and Cholesterol Levels

Compelling Headline: “Keto Diet: Not All It's Cracked Up to Be?”

A new study published in Cell Reports Medicine has found that low-carbohydrate ketogenic diets may increase cholesterol levels and reduce beneficial gut bacteria. The study, conducted by researchers at the University of Bath, examined the effects of a ketogenic diet on healthy individuals over a 12-week period.

The researchers found that the ketogenic diet led to a significant increase in LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and a decrease in HDL (good) cholesterol levels. This increase in cholesterol levels could increase the risk of heart disease.

In addition, the study found that the ketogenic diet reduced the levels of beneficial gut bacteria, which play an important role in digestion, immunity, and metabolism. This reduction in gut bacteria could lead to a number of health problems, including digestive problems, skin conditions, and autoimmune diseases.

The study's findings suggest that the ketogenic diet may not be as healthy as some people believe. More research is needed to determine the long-term health effects of the ketogenic diet.