ketonista
A ketonista is a person who follows a ketogenic diet, a nutrition approach that emphasizes high fat, moderate protein, and very low carbohydrate intake to induce ketosis.
The term combines ketone or ketosis with the suffix -ista, a pattern used to describe adherents of
Practices typically involve limiting carbohydrate intake to about 20-50 grams per day, with fat making up roughly
Potential benefits cited by adherents include weight loss and improved blood sugar or triglyceride levels for
Side effects can include the "keto flu" during adaptation, constipation, nutrient deficiencies, and changes in lipid
In online communities and lifestyle media, ketonistas share recipes, meal plans, progress updates, and tips for