New Study Suggests the Keto Diet May Actually Be Bad for Your Health
The keto diet gained fame in the early 2000s for its promise of rapid weight loss and a new perspective that fat isn't necessarily a bad thing. However, recent research published by Joanna Popiolek-Kalisz, MD and PhD hints that this popular diet might come with unforeseen health risks.
Questionable Weight Loss Benefits
One significant critique noted in Joanna Popiolek-Kalisz's study is that the keto diet's weight loss results are often misleading. While many experience rapid weight loss at the beginning, it is largely due to losing water weight. This short-term achievement does not translate into lasting positive health impacts. Essentially, the diet falls short of promoting long-term benefits for overall well-being.

Another notable issue with the keto diet is its potential impact on heart health. The emphasis on high-fat consumption can lead to elevated LDL cholesterol levels, a known risk factor for heart disease.