nutritional ketosis
Nutritional ketosis is a metabolic state in which the body primarily burns fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates, leading to the production of molecules called ketones. This shift in fuel source occurs when carbohydrate intake is significantly restricted, enabling the body to enter a state of fat-burning and potentially offering various health benefits.
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