The Ketosis Quiz
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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of entering ketosis?

  • Using ketones as an energy source for the brain
  • Burning fat for fuel
  • Lowering the body's toxicity level
  • Increasing oxidative stress (correct)

What is the purpose of the 2-2-2-2 rule?

  • To increase ketone production
  • To maintain electrolyte balance (correct)
  • To regulate calorie intake
  • To improve mitochondrial efficiency

What is the definition of autophagy?

  • The body's adaptation to use ketones instead of sugar
  • The body's removal of old and non-reproducing cells (correct)
  • The burning of fat for fuel during ketosis
  • The process of stressing mitochondria for increased efficiency

Which of the following is the main fuel source for someone in ketosis?

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What is the recommended daily intake of carbohydrates to enter ketosis?

<p>Less than 50g (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 5-1-1 rule for ketosis involve?

<p>5 days of ketosis, 1 day of fasting, 1 day of feasting (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary energy source preferred by the brain?

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What is the purpose of the keto-flu?

<p>To adapt mitochondria (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is autophagy?

<p>The process of breaking down senescent cells (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a partial fast in the context of ketosis?

<p>Bringing calories down to about 800 and decreasing protein intake (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Ketosis Benefit Excluded

Increasing oxidative stress is NOT a benefit of entering ketosis.

2-2-2-2 Rule Purpose

Maintaining electrolyte balance is the purpose of the 2-2-2-2 rule.

Autophagy Definition

Autophagy is the removal of old and non-reproducing cells.

Ketosis Fuel Source

Fat is the primary fuel source during ketosis.

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Daily Carb Intake for Ketosis

Less than 50g of carbohydrates is needed for ketosis.

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5-1-1 Ketosis Rule

5 days of ketosis, 1 day of fasting, 1 day of feasting.

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Brain's Preferred Energy Source

Fat is the brain's preferred energy source.

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Keto Flu Purpose

The keto flu helps adapt mitochondria.

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Autophagy Description

Autophagy is the process of breaking down senescent cells.

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Partial Fast in Ketosis

A partial fast reduces calories to around 800 and lowers protein intake.

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