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Can the keto diet help me lose weight?

Ask the Doc: My friend says I should do a keto diet to help with my weight loss. What is it, and is it better for weight loss?

Answer. A ketogenic (keto) diet is high in fat and protein and low in carbohydrates. Most of the body's cells prefer to use blood sugar (glucose) as their main source of energy...

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