Micronutrients
Microelements play an important role in maintaining health on the keto diet. They are necessary for the proper functioning of the body.
It is important to remember that on the keto diet, attention should be paid not only to the consumption of macronutrients but also to micronutrients to provide the body with everything necessary for a successful transition and stay in a state of ketosis.
Iron, zinc, magnesium, and copper are just some of the micronutrients that play a key role in metabolic processes on the keto diet.
For example, iron is necessary for transporting oxygen in the body, which is especially important during the transition to the keto diet when the body is adapting to a new source of energy.
Magnesium promotes the absorption of ketones and supports normal muscle and nerve function.
Zinc plays an important role in maintaining the immune system and tissue healing process, as well as is necessary for protein synthesis and cell growth, which is critically important for following a ketogenic diet for health and recovery.
Copper is involved in energy production processes and the formation of connective tissue. On the keto diet, where carbohydrate consumption is minimal, ensuring an adequate amount of copper helps optimize metabolic processes and maintain the elasticity of blood vessels.
Nutrients