Is the keto diet safe for obese individuals?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am well built, with 211 lbs weight and 5.3 feet in height. Everyone teases me for being obese. So I want to become fit with proper BMI (body mass index). I do not drink alcohol, but I smoke two packets of cigarettes per week. I came across various types of diets. I want to follow the keto diet because it contains many food options like fatty foods. How should I start?

Answered by Shakuntala Srivastava

Education:

M.Sc

Professional Bio:

Miss Shakuntla Srivastava is a qualified and experienced Dietician dedicated to promoting optimal health through personalized nutrition guidance. She specializes in creating tailored diet plans to support wellness, manage medical conditions, and enhance overall quality of life. With a patient-focused approach, she empowers individuals to achieve their health goals through balanced and sustainable dietary practices.

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Hi,

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Do not start the keto diet.

Instead of adopting a particular diet, it is always better to eat in moderation.

1. Control your eating habit and exercise regularly.

2. Replace refined flour and sugar with millets and jaggery or muscovado sugar.

3. Stay hydrated.

4. Follow a sleeping routine.

Good luck.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At May 15, 2022
Reviewed At December 13, 2023

Education:

M.Sc

Professional Bio:

Miss Shakuntla Srivastava is a qualified and experienced Dietician dedicated to promoting optimal health through personalized nutrition guidance. She specializes in creating tailored diet plans to support wellness, manage medical conditions, and enhance overall quality of life. With a patient-focused approach, she empowers individuals to achieve their health goals through balanced and sustainable dietary practices.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

M.Sc

Professional Bio:

Miss Shakuntla Srivastava is a qualified and experienced Dietician dedicated to promoting optimal health through personalized nutrition guidance. She specializes in creating tailored diet plans to support wellness, manage medical conditions, and enhance overall quality of life. With a patient-focused approach, she empowers individuals to achieve their health goals through balanced and sustainable dietary practices.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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