The ketogenic diet is a science

backed nutritional plan that has

evolved over decades to

address a variety of health

needs. At its core, the

ketogenic diet, also known as

the keto diet, is designed to

shift

your body into a

metabolic state called ketosis,

where fat becomes the primary fuel source instead of carbohydrates. Originating in

the 1920s as a medical treatment for epilepsy, the keto diet has since gained wide

spread attention for its potential in aiding weight loss, improving mental clarity, and

supporting overall health. This chapter explores what makes this diet unique and

why it has become one of the most popular diets in recent years.