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Very Low-Calorie Ketogenic Diet (VLCKD) produces superior weight loss compared to low-carbohydrate diets and is recommended for severe obesity and specific metabolic conditions.

VLCKD is a very strict, low-calorie (<800 kcal) ketogenic diet that produces superior weight loss compared to standard low-carb diets. It is recommended for severe obesity and specific metabolic conditions under medical supervision. It is not suitable for everyone and has strict contraindications.

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VLCKD showed superior weight loss effect compared to low-carbohydrate diet... VLCKD is proposed as a dietary therapy method for obese patients.
Sang Hoon Lee et al. · Korean Journal of Gastroenterology · 2024

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Based on a clinical practice guideline citing European guidelines.

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Dietary Management of Obesity

Sang Hoon Lee et al. · Korean Journal of Gastroenterology · 2024

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