Popular diets (keto, Mediterranean, vegan, gluten-free, intermittent fasting) with their core rules and rationale, distinct from the general macronutrient focus of Human Nutrition Facts.
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- What percentage of calories in a ketogenic diet come from fat?
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Approximately 70-75%- What is ketosis?
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Metabolic state where the body burns fat for fuel, producing ketones instead of glucose- What is the typical daily carbohydrate limit on a ketogenic diet?
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20-50 grams per day- Name five staple foods in a ketogenic diet.
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Fatty fish, avocados, nuts, cheese, eggs, oils, meat- Which grains and starches must be avoided on a ketogenic diet?
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Bread, pasta, rice, potatoes, cereals- What are common reasons people follow a ketogenic diet?
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Weight loss, improved mental focus, blood sugar control, seizure management- How would you describe the ketogenic diet in one sentence?
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An eating plan emphasizing high fat and moderate protein while severely restricting carbohydrates- Which countries are central to the Mediterranean diet?
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Greece, Italy, Spain, and other nations surrounding the Mediterranean Sea- What is the primary cooking fat in the Mediterranean diet?
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Olive oil- What protein sources are emphasized in the Mediterranean diet?
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Fish, seafood, legumes, poultry (red meat is minimal)- What role does wine play in the Mediterranean diet?
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Moderate red wine consumed with meals- Besides food choices, what lifestyle elements are part of the Mediterranean approach?
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Social eating, family meals, and regular physical activity- What produce does the Mediterranean diet emphasize?
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Abundant vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and nuts- What defines a vegan diet?
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All plant-based foods only, excluding all meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, and honey- Which vitamin is difficult to obtain naturally on a vegan diet?
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Vitamin B12 (requires supplementation or fortified foods)
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