Keto Diet Boosts Cholesterol, Lowers Gut Bacteria

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Ketogenic Diet reduces friendly gut bacteria and raises cholesterol levels

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A study from the University of Bath found ketogenic low-carbohydrate diets can increase cholesterol levels and reduce beneficial gut bacteria, specifically Bifidobacterium .

The research involved 53 healthy adults for up to 12 weeks .

Participants followed a moderate sugar diet (control) or a low-sugar diet ( less than 5% of calories from sugar) The ketogenic diet increased apolipoprotein B (apoB), which causes plaque buildup in arteries.

Sugar restriction did not significantly impact the gut microbiome composition.

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