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A modified ketogenic Mediterranean diet (KEMEPHY) with phytoextracts significantly reduces body weight, BMI, and fat mass while improving cardiovascular risk markers (lipid profile and glucose) in overweight/obese adults over a 6-week period.
Follow a 6-week diet plan that starts with very low carbs (approx 34g/day) and high protein/fat, focusing on green vegetables, fish, meat, and olive oil. Use specific protein-based substitutes that mimic pasta/bread to maintain satisfaction. After 3 weeks, gradually introduce moderate carbs (50-80g/day). Take daily supplements including specific herbal extracts to help with energy and digestion. Expect significant weight loss and improved blood markers.
The KEMEPHY diet lead to weight reduction, improvements in cardiovascular risk markers, reduction in waist circumference and showed good compliance.
Why this rating
Pilot study, no control group, short duration (6 weeks), but statistically significant results (p < 0.0001) for multiple endpoints.
Source
Effect of ketogenic mediterranean diet with phytoextracts and low carbohydrates/high-protein meals on weight, cardiovascular risk factors, body composition and diet compliance in Italian council employees
Antonio Paoli et al. · Nutrition Journal · 2011
DOI 10.1186/1475-2891-10-112
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