Metabolic flexibility is the ability of the body to switch between using different sources of energy depending on current conditions.
The keto diet promotes the development of metabolic flexibility by inducing a state of ketosis, where the body starts producing ketones from fats. This process allows the brain and muscles to get energy even in the absence of sufficient carbohydrates.
Thanks to metabolic flexibility, people on the keto diet can effectively utilize both fat stores and carbohydrates, which contributes to overall health improvement and weight loss.
To maintain metabolic flexibility on the keto diet, it is important to monitor the ratio of consumed fats, proteins, and carbohydrates to provide the body with the necessary nutrients and energy.
Regularly incorporating days with increased carbohydrate intake (cyclical ketogenic diet) can also help maintain metabolic flexibility and prevent potential metabolic slowdown.
