The ketogenic diet is a strict, low-carb diet that is gaining in popularity due to claimed health benefits, which include dramatic weight loss, lowered blood triglycerides, increased levels of good ...

This column is not about losing weight or dieting. It's about athletic performance. But it contains some surprising fat-loss information. This column is not about losing weight or dieting. It’s about ...

Ketosis is a state in which your body uses fat, rather than carbs, for fuel. It's not always obvious if you're in ketosis or not, but some symptoms can indicate that you are. Certain tests can give ...

Ketone testing is a key part of type 1 diabetes management as it helps to prevent a dangerous short term complication, ketoacidosis, from occurring. If you have type 1 diabetes, it is recommended that ...

Scientists have developed a quick, easy-to-use ketosis test for consumers that can detect acetone on exhaled breath. The test will benefit diabetics and dieters in particular, but it can easily be ...

The body will begin to utilize its stored fat for energy when it doesn’t have a sufficient amount of glucose available to meet its demand for energy. Chemical byproducts called ketones are produced ...

The ketogenic diet is a strict, low-carb diet that is gaining in popularity due to claimed health benefits, which include dramatic weight loss, lowered blood triglycerides, increased levels of good ...