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Ketogenic

Meaning

Ketogenic describes a metabolic state characterized by the liver’s production of ketone bodies from fatty acids, which are then utilized by the brain and other tissues as an alternative and often more efficient fuel source than glucose. This state is typically induced by a dietary regimen high in fats, very low in carbohydrates, and adequate in protein, clinically known as a ketogenic diet. The resulting shift in substrate utilization profoundly impacts hormonal signaling and cellular energy pathways.