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What are ketones?

Ketones are a normal and efficient source of fuel and energy for the human body. They are produced by the liver from fatty acids, which result from the breakdown of body fat in response to the absence of glucose/sugar. In a ketogenic diet, such as Atkins … or diets used for treating epilepsy in children, the tiny amounts of glucose required for some select functions can be met by consuming a minimum amount of carbs – or can be manufactured in the liver from PROTEIN. When your body is producing ketones, and using them for fuel, this is called “ketosis”.

How will ketosis help me to lose weight?

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British Researchers Prove Low Carb High Fat Diets More Effective for Weight Loss

November 7, 2008

Two British researchers, Prof. Alan Kekwick and Dr. Gaston L.S. Pawan, did the groundbreaking research on the metabolic advantage. In the 1950s and 1960s the two were at the top echelon of British obesity research, both serving as chairmen of many international conferences.

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Atkins Verses Weight Watchers

September 1, 2008

#5 Myth: The Atkins Diet allows you to eat all the bacon and eggs you want. Fact:  During the kick-off Induction phase, Atkins suggests you incorporate meals with specific amount of eggs and bacon to help you start off successfully.  But Atkins is not an egg and bacon diet.  In fact, during Induction – and [...]

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