Ketogenic

Question 1

Kinds of Ketogenic diets

Question 2

Standard Ketogenic Diet

Answer 2

90% fats
10% carbs/protein

Question 3

Targeted Ketogenic Diet

Answer 3

Consume 25-50 grams (10%) 30-60 mins before exercise

Question 4

Medium-Chain Triglyceride

Answer 4

Majority of fat comes from medium chain triglyceride

Question 5

Modified Atkins Diet

Answer 5

Carb intake = 10%
Protein intake = 30%

Question 6

Low Glycemic Index

Answer 6

Only consume foods with glycemic intake less than 50

Question 7

Ketogenic Diet
- Use

Answer 7

Treat refractory epilepsy
- Mimic the biochemical changes associated with fasting

GLUT1 deficiency

Question 8

Ketogenic Diet
- Avoid

Answer 8

Carnitine deficiency

Question 9

Ketogenic Diet
- Adverse Effects

Answer 9

Metabolic Abnormalities
- Hypoglycemia
- Excessive ketosis (metabolic acidosis)
- Electrolyte Imbalances

Dehydration

GI
- Abdominal Pain
- Vomiting
- Constipation

Kidney Stones

Fruity Breath

Question 10

Ketogenic Diet
- Seizure Considerations

Answer 10

If stopping diet can reverse ketosis and cause seizures again
- Be careful of medications that contain carbohydrates (Cough syrup)

Question 11

Ketogenic
- Diabetes

Answer 11

Low Carbs = Less islet beta-cell insulin = Reduces beta cell stress

Low Carbs = Lower blood sugar levels

Question 12

Ketogenic
- Obesity

Answer 12

Studies are unclear

Question 13

Ketogenic
- Oncology

Answer 13

Starves out the cancer cells