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When Does Ketogenic Diet Become Dangerous?

Hello Ive read about the Atkins and jetogenic diets;of course there is no such easy path to reducing weight and im thin as it is already however i exercise moderately and never been intense with programs.I find eating in moderation and keeping to a low complex carb, decent protein and high good saturated fats such as virgin cocnut oil, MCT oil, cashews,olives,peanuts, to be quite rewarding. Not to mention I dont exclude my fairshare of vitamin and roughage in diet. So Am I doing the right thing? How much monounsaturated and medium chain fatty acids should I use? When does ketosis become dangerous? Cause I ve heard neg reactions to Atkins and ketogenic diet. What is right for me?
Mon, 18 May 2015
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Thanks for consulting the Physicians at HealthCare Magic. I have worked through your case thoroughly, and I can easily realize your health worries. Being your physician, I reassure you not to worry as things will settle down very soon.
Atkins diet if used for a long time and also without an attempt to lose weight, is a serious hazard for cardiac health.
Ketogenic diets are more dangerous if you are type 1 diabetic. It can lead to ketoacidosis (a serious complication of diabetes and emergency to be dealt with care in hospital). Remember that; Excess of everything is bad. Be moderate and adopt a healthy lifestyle.

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When Does Ketogenic Diet Become Dangerous?

Hi dear! Thanks for consulting the Physicians at HealthCare Magic. I have worked through your case thoroughly, and I can easily realize your health worries. Being your physician, I reassure you not to worry as things will settle down very soon. Atkins diet if used for a long time and also without an attempt to lose weight, is a serious hazard for cardiac health. Ketogenic diets are more dangerous if you are type 1 diabetic. It can lead to ketoacidosis (a serious complication of diabetes and emergency to be dealt with care in hospital). Remember that; Excess of everything is bad. Be moderate and adopt a healthy lifestyle. May you get very well soon and have a wonderful time ahead. Please don t forget to give your valuable starred feedback to help me assist you in a better way. Go to my profile to write a Review regarding your experience with me here at my Virtual clinic. Regards! DR. HANIF PHILADELPHIA, USA