Keto Diet Basic 4

Question 1

What is the typical protein intake recommendation as a percentage of calories on a standard ketogenic diet?

Accepted Answer

15–30%

Answer

Protein on a standard ketogenic diet is typically moderate, comprising about 15–30% of calories, to prevent excess gluconeogenesis.

Question 2

Which fruit is generally considered keto-friendly due to its low net carb content?

Accepted Answer

Avocado

Answer

Avocados are high in fat and fiber, with only about 2g of net carbs per 100g, making them one of the most keto-friendly fruits.

Question 3

What does a blood ketone level of 0.5–3.0 mmol/L indicate?

Accepted Answer

Nutritional ketosis

Answer

Blood ketone levels of 0.5–3.0 mmol/L indicate nutritional ketosis, the safe metabolic state achieved through dietary carbohydrate restriction.

Question 4

Which of the following is a sign that someone has successfully entered ketosis?

Accepted Answer

Fruity or acetone-like breath odor

Answer

Acetone, one of the three ketone bodies, is exhaled through the lungs and gives the breath a distinctive fruity or nail-polish-remover scent.

Question 5

Why is magnesium supplementation often recommended on a ketogenic diet?

Accepted Answer

Magnesium is lost due to increased urination from lower insulin levels

Answer

When insulin drops on keto, the kidneys excrete more electrolytes including magnesium, making supplementation important to avoid deficiency symptoms like cramps.

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Keto Diet Basic 4