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The Difference Between The Mediterranean And Keto Diets
By RYAN CASHMAN
When it comes to diets, there are many to choose from, and considering the average person will attempt a whopping 126 diets in their lifetime, it’s important to choose one that suits your lifestyle. The Mediterranean diet and the ketogenic diet are two of the most popular diets, and while they share a similar premise, they’re drastically different.
The Mediterranean diet is the result of the history and food culture of Mediterranean countries where heart disease and stroke rates are significantly less common than in the U.S. The diet revolves around olive oil, nuts, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and seafood, with moderate intake of poultry, eggs, and dairy, and rare consumption of red meat and sugars.
While the Mediterranean diet is about moderation, keto is more restrictive, cutting out all food groups except those that promote the metabolic state of ketosis. Ketosis happens when the body is deprived of carbohydrates, instead burning fat for fuel; thus, keto bans foods high in sugar and carbs while promoting the intake of protein-rich and fatty foods.