Could the appetite-suppressing effects of ketosis improve dietary compliance?
New data challenges popular claims for extreme carbohydrate restriction, but what about ketones suppressing hunger? Despite a controlled study showing worse results with a ketogenic diet, the real-world impact of ketones on appetite cannot be ignored. Individuals in ketosis may consume significantly fewer calories, leading to reduced overall food intake. However, low-carb diets can result in increased fat storage, raising concerns about sustainable hunger suppression with ketosis.
Contradictorily, findings show that individuals may experience less hunger during a total fast compared to an extremely low-calorie diet, thanks to the suppressive effects of ketones. Injecting ketones directly into the bloodstream leads to appetite suppression, indicating the potential of exploiting ketosis for hunger management. But is it safe and effective? A meta-analysis revealed similar weight loss outcomes for low-carb and low-fat diets, complicating the assessment of their efficacy due to high attrition rates and poor dietary adherence.
High attrition rates and poor dietary adherence complicate the comparisons of efficacy. The notable calorie contributors in the American diet are refined grains, added fats, meat, and added sugars. Low-carb and low-fat diets target these contributors, illustrating a common ground in dietary objectives. Compliance is the key to long-term weight loss success, and overcoming the day-to-day hunger problem is imperative. Could ketosis in a ketogenic diet offer a solution? A systematic review and meta-analysis affirm the appetite-suppressing effects of ketosis. Additionally, real-time tracking of compliance with ketone test strips highlights the unique monitoring advantage of a ketogenic diet.
Despite its potential, compliance with a ketogenic diet may be challenging in practice. Even in studies focused on controlling seizures, dietary adherence to ketogenic diets drops below 50 percent after a few months. While this may pose obstacles for individuals with medical conditions, it may also be a blessing in disguise for others. Stay tuned as we delve into the safety aspects of the keto diet.
Despite the challenging compliance with a ketogenic diet, the emphasis should be on adopting a healthful diet. The long-term viability of dietary choices must be considered for successful weight management.
Keto diets are just one approach, and a holistic view of dietary strategies is important. For more information, be sure to explore our video series on keto diets.
