Some ketogenic diets found to cause mitochondrial stress and lead to inflammation
Researchers at the University of Cincinnati have discovered that ketogenic diets high in long-chain saturated fatty acids can trigger mitochondrial stress and inflammation. The study suggests that not all ketogenic diets are metabolically equivalent, with unsaturated and medium-chain fats potentially offering anti-inflammatory benefits.
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This research challenges the blanket health claims surrounding ketogenic diets and highlights the importance of fat quality in metabolic health.
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Add to Preferred Sources Credit: Mateusz Feliksik from Pexels New University of Cincinnati Cancer Center research found that a ketogenic diet high in long-chain saturated fatty acids can increase inflammation.
Led by Cancer Center Director David Gius, M.D., Ph.D., the study was published Nov. 13 in the journal Science Advances .
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