Keto Diet Basic 5

Question 1

Which dairy product is generally acceptable on a ketogenic diet?

Accepted Answer

Heavy cream

Answer

Heavy cream is high in fat and very low in carbohydrates, making it a popular keto-friendly addition to coffee and cooking.

Question 2

What is gluconeogenesis in the context of a ketogenic diet?

Accepted Answer

The liver making glucose from non-carbohydrate sources like protein

Answer

Gluconeogenesis is the metabolic pathway by which the liver synthesizes glucose from amino acids and glycerol to supply glucose-dependent tissues like red blood cells.

Question 3

Which of the following nuts is most keto-friendly?

Accepted Answer

Pecans

Answer

Pecans are among the lowest-carb nuts, with about 1g of net carbs per ounce, making them an excellent keto snack.

Question 4

What is the role of MCT oil on a ketogenic diet?

Accepted Answer

It is rapidly converted to ketones in the liver for quick fuel

Answer

Medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) are absorbed directly into the portal vein and rapidly converted to ketones by the liver, providing fast-acting ketone energy.

Question 5

What happens to water retention when starting a ketogenic diet?

Accepted Answer

The body rapidly loses water weight as glycogen is depleted

Answer

Each gram of glycogen is stored with about 3–4 grams of water, so when glycogen is depleted on keto, significant water weight is lost in the first few days.

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Keto Diet Basic 5