Should Women Avoid The Keto Diet?Posted by Hosanna on February 20th, 2021 The Keto Diet has become quite a popular topic in the fitness community. It has been found to aid in the loss of weight and lowering the inflammation in the gut. New research has shown positive effects for both men and women adhering to a keto style diet. Check out: Keto Calculator: Calculate Your Macros on the Ketogenic Diet What is the Keto Diet? A ketogenic diet promotes very low carbohydrate and higher fat intake. The body will in turn, use fat to produce energy. This diet has also been shown to decrease autoimmune diseases, endocrine diseases, and also has cancer fighting properties. Ketosis can be an issue with diabetics. This can occur if not using enough insulin. How does Keto benefit CrossFit athletes? An athlete exercising at a high level, such as CrossFit, will see increased energy and fat loss, without decreasing muscle mass. Why is the Keto Diet good for women? Fluctuating hormones can cause pain, fatigue, and even depression. The link between hormones and cancer cannot be denied. A keto diet has shown to better regulate the endocrine system. By doing this, it decreases the incidence of some cancers, thyroid disease, and diabetes. How does a women initiate a keto diet? Also, if pregnant or nursing, you should not use a keto diet. During this period, eat a well-rounded diet of fruits, vegetables, dairy, and grains. My best advice, get your body as stable as possible, and then slowly incorporate a ketogenic diet. Useful Recommendations Written by: Greg S Gruba Like it? Share it!More by this author |