All diets take discipline, some more than others. The cyclical ketogenic diet (CKD) is no exception. In addition to a healthy dose of discipline, the CKD also requires some calculations and calorie watching.
We are all equal, yet no two bodies are the same. That is exactly why there is no "one size fits all" for this and many other diets.
Simply put, the CKD is a cycle between periods of eating varying levels of fat, protein and carbohydrates. It includes 5-6 days of eating a diet consisting of high-fat, high-protein and low-carbs. This is followed by 1-2 days of low-fat, high-protein and high-carbs.
Cyclical Ketogenic Diet - I just want to lose my extra fat please...
Most of us have fuelled up a car at some point in life (and watched as the …show more content…
If gasoline hit rock bottom prices, fill up with gas. Otherwise use diesel - whichever is cheaper. This would be a dream come true for most drivers.
How excited would you get if I told you that our bodies already have that ability?
Conventionally, most of us have been getting our fuel from carbohydrates (aside from dieting). The common symptom from people suffering from "carb withdrawal" is a lack of energy. This is what happens when you decide to cut down on carbohydrates. Here is the exciting part... there is a way to tell your body to use fat for energy instead of carbs! If your eyes light up as you read that last sentence then keep reading...
Cyclical Ketogenic Diet - That's nice, but how does it lead to six pack …show more content…
However, you can't just switch back and forth whenever you feel like it and expect to lose fat while discovering your six pack abs in the mirror. There is a method to the madness. Keep reading...
Cyclic Ketogenic Diet - Eat more fat to lose more fat!?
By now, you might be considering doing the metabolic switch and telling your body to use fat for energy. Congratulations, you now have to start eating more fat and protein while nearly eliminating any carbs (the less carbs you eat, the better). But wait! Finish this article before you run to the fridge to grab a brick of butter!
The purpose of the cyclic ketogenic diet is to lose extra fat. Yes, it's true that you will be eating a lot of fat and protein; however, your body will also burn that extra fat you want to lose... if you eat the right amount of total calories (from fat and protein) per day. Confused? Then read the example below.
For example only (please do not use these numbers on yourself, it's only an example):
• You need to eat a total of 1800 calories per day to maintain your current weight (60% from fats, 35% from protein, 5% from
We are all equal, yet no two bodies are the same. That is exactly why there is no "one size fits all" for this and many other diets.
Simply put, the CKD is a cycle between periods of eating varying levels of fat, protein and carbohydrates. It includes 5-6 days of eating a diet consisting of high-fat, high-protein and low-carbs. This is followed by 1-2 days of low-fat, high-protein and high-carbs.
Cyclical Ketogenic Diet - I just want to lose my extra fat please...
Most of us have fuelled up a car at some point in life (and watched as the …show more content…
If gasoline hit rock bottom prices, fill up with gas. Otherwise use diesel - whichever is cheaper. This would be a dream come true for most drivers.
How excited would you get if I told you that our bodies already have that ability?
Conventionally, most of us have been getting our fuel from carbohydrates (aside from dieting). The common symptom from people suffering from "carb withdrawal" is a lack of energy. This is what happens when you decide to cut down on carbohydrates. Here is the exciting part... there is a way to tell your body to use fat for energy instead of carbs! If your eyes light up as you read that last sentence then keep reading...
Cyclical Ketogenic Diet - That's nice, but how does it lead to six pack …show more content…
However, you can't just switch back and forth whenever you feel like it and expect to lose fat while discovering your six pack abs in the mirror. There is a method to the madness. Keep reading...
Cyclic Ketogenic Diet - Eat more fat to lose more fat!?
By now, you might be considering doing the metabolic switch and telling your body to use fat for energy. Congratulations, you now have to start eating more fat and protein while nearly eliminating any carbs (the less carbs you eat, the better). But wait! Finish this article before you run to the fridge to grab a brick of butter!
The purpose of the cyclic ketogenic diet is to lose extra fat. Yes, it's true that you will be eating a lot of fat and protein; however, your body will also burn that extra fat you want to lose... if you eat the right amount of total calories (from fat and protein) per day. Confused? Then read the example below.
For example only (please do not use these numbers on yourself, it's only an example):
• You need to eat a total of 1800 calories per day to maintain your current weight (60% from fats, 35% from protein, 5% from