Keto Diet Quiz: Carbohydrate Percentage, Side Effects, and Brain Fuel
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What percentage of a typical keto diet consists of carbohydrates?

  • 50-60%
  • 30-40%
  • 5-10% (correct)
  • 15-25%
  • What are some potential side effects of the keto diet?

  • Increased risk of heart disease due to high saturated fat intake (correct)
  • Improved mental clarity
  • Decreased risk of heart disease
  • Reduced nutrient deficiencies
  • What is the primary fuel source for the brain in ketosis?

  • Ketone bodies (correct)
  • Glutamate
  • GABA
  • Acetylcholine
  • What is the primary ketone body that has been shown to help suppress seizures in animal models?

    <p>Acetoacetate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential benefit of the ketogenic diet on the brain's energy metabolism?

    <p>Increasing mitochondrial efficiency and ATP production</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Test your knowledge on the keto diet by answering questions about the percentage of carbohydrates, potential side effects, primary brain fuel source in ketosis, primary ketone body for seizure suppression, and the diet's impact on brain energy metabolism.

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