Keto Diet Advanced Applications 2

Question 1

What is the primary metabolic advantage of training in a fat-adapted state on keto?

Accepted Answer

Greater reliance on fat oxidation during exercise

Answer

Fat-adapted athletes can oxidize fat at much higher intensities, sparing glycogen and improving endurance.

Question 2

Which hormone is most responsible for driving gluconeogenesis during extended ketosis?

Accepted Answer

Glucagon

Answer

Glucagon rises as insulin falls in ketosis, signaling the liver to produce glucose from non-carbohydrate substrates.

Question 3

A targeted ketogenic diet (TKD) is best suited for which type of athlete?

Accepted Answer

High-intensity interval or strength athletes needing quick glycogen

Answer

TKD adds fast-digesting carbs around workouts to fuel high-intensity efforts without exiting ketosis for long.

Question 4

What is a common cause of the 'keto rash' (prurigo pigmentosa)?

Accepted Answer

Ketone excretion through sweat irritating skin

Answer

Acetone and other ketones excreted through sweat can irritate skin, causing the itchy rash known as keto rash.

Question 5

In a cyclical ketogenic diet (CKD), how are the carb-loading days typically structured?

Accepted Answer

Higher-carb days (often 5-7 days keto + 1-2 days high-carb)

Answer

CKD typically follows 5-6 days of strict keto followed by 1-2 high-carb days to replenish muscle glycogen.

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