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Nutrition June 2021 PMID 32248054

An overlooked danger of ketogenic diets: Making the case that ketone bodies induce vascular damage by the same mechanisms as glucose.

Mark J Burkitt

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17
Peak: 5 in Apr 2020
across 3 sources since Feb 2020

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83,340
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1,804

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Feb 2020 – Jan 2024

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What people are saying

The collective social discussions reflect a cautious curiosity about the potential risks of ketogenic diets, such as vascular damage and protein modifications. Phrases like 'making the case' and references to scientific mechanisms show a serious tone, while questions about the long-term effects demonstrate users' engagement and desire to understand the issue further.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the potential dangers highlighted in the publication, indicating general agreement or curiosity about the risks associated with ketogenic diets.

InterestModerate interest

Posts show moderate interest, with some users referencing related studies or posing questions, but not deeply exploring the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage by sharing links, asking about mechanisms like AGEs formation, and translating ideas into different languages, indicating a moderate level of discussion depth.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest awareness of the possible adverse health effects, but there is no clear evidence of widespread behavioral change or definitive conclusions being drawn.

Abstract in brief

  • The text discusses the potential risks of ketogenic diets, particularly that ketone bodies may cause vascular damage by damaging proteins in a manner similar to glucose.
  • It highlights that although ketogenic diets are often seen as safe and beneficial for weight loss and heart health, ketones are highly reactive and might worsen protein modifications linked to inflammation and disease.
  • The main concern is that reducing carbohydrate intake and promoting ketosis might not prevent harmful protein changes, and could even lead to negative health effects, challenging the assumption that such diets are entirely safe.]
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Shivam Joshi, MD
@sjoshimd · X

An overlooked danger of ketogenic diets: Making the case that ketone bodies induce vascular damage by the same mechanisms as glucose https://t.co/LE732HqxX3 https://t.co/9K6NCUkt9V

Apr 7, 2020 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 3,754 followers View post →
Erik Arnesen
@erik_arnesen · X

@KCKlatt Speaking of ketones vs. glucose...

Feb 21, 2020 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 2,110 followers View post →
Debbie @ Genetic Lifehacks
@GeneticLifehack · X

Any thoughts on ketones increasing AGEs formation? #keto docs? An Overlooked Danger of Ketogenic Diets: Making the Case That Ketone Bodies Induce Vascular Damage by the Same Mech… https://t.co/hQFyMZ0m0c

Jun 15, 2020 · 1 like · 1,556 followers View post →
Suzi Gerber, PhD
@ChefSuziGerber · X

@findinSilver @erreyedoc @DrNadolsky There are many studies on IF without other dietary intervention. Would be worth looking into. Long term #keto studies here- https://t.co/plJgeuFNLS https://t.co/HkZZLPm7hJ https://t.co/PsIdgRJ0SR

Nov 15, 2021 · 1 like · 1,090 followers View post →
僧侶/虚空庵Studio Kokua＠テンソルリング製作者兼セラピスト
@therapist_taka · X

ケトン食療法の見落とされている危険：ケトン体がグルコースと同じメカニズムによって血管損傷を誘発することを証明する。 https://t.co/2PtCZIv2zi

Jun 14, 2020 · 1 like · 897 followers View post →
Sara Tabares
@saratab · X

Me escribe un paciente sobre #equipoketo no soy nutricionista, ante la duda: CIENCIA. “Las modificaciones de proteínas a través de la cetosis nutricional son inútiles y pueden conducir a resultados adversos para la salud” https://t.co/MLopRMafPG

Jun 24, 2022 · 9,323 followers View post →

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Sara Tabares
@saratab · X

Me escribe un paciente sobre #equipoketo no soy nutricionista, ante la duda: CIENCIA. “Las modificaciones de proteínas a través de la cetosis nutricional son inútiles y pueden conducir a resultados adversos para la salud” https://t.co/MLopRMafPG

Jun 24, 2022 · 9,323 followers View post →
Suzi Gerber, PhD
@ChefSuziGerber · X

@findinSilver @erreyedoc @DrNadolsky There are many studies on IF without other dietary intervention. Would be worth looking into. Long term #keto studies here- https://t.co/plJgeuFNLS https://t.co/HkZZLPm7hJ https://t.co/PsIdgRJ0SR

Nov 15, 2021 · 1 like · 1,090 followers View post →
James ✌
@BabyMeza_ · X

RT @Plant_proof: An overlooked danger of ketogenic diets: Making the case that ketone bodies induce vascular damage by the same mechanisms…

Sep 29, 2020 · 2 shares · 290 followers View post →
Pablo Arrona
@PabloArrNutSci · X

RT @Plant_proof: An overlooked danger of ketogenic diets: Making the case that ketone bodies induce vascular damage by the same mechanisms…

Sep 29, 2020 · 2 shares · 248 followers View post →
Debbie @ Genetic Lifehacks
@GeneticLifehack · X

Any thoughts on ketones increasing AGEs formation? #keto docs? An Overlooked Danger of Ketogenic Diets: Making the Case That Ketone Bodies Induce Vascular Damage by the Same Mech… https://t.co/hQFyMZ0m0c

Jun 15, 2020 · 1 like · 1,556 followers View post →
僧侶/虚空庵Studio Kokua＠テンソルリング製作者兼セラピスト
@therapist_taka · X

ケトン食療法の見落とされている危険：ケトン体がグルコースと同じメカニズムによって血管損傷を誘発することを証明する。 https://t.co/2PtCZIv2zi

Jun 14, 2020 · 1 like · 897 followers View post →
Plant Based Health Professionals UK
@plantbasedhpuk · X

RT @sjoshimd: An overlooked danger of ketogenic diets: Making the case that ketone bodies induce vascular damage by the same mechanisms as…

Apr 9, 2020 · 2 shares · 3,912 followers View post →
DYLΛN
@fysiologik · X

An overlooked danger of ketogenic diets? Making the case that ketone bodies induce vascular damage by the same mechanisms as glucose Via ⁦@sciencedirect⁩ https://t.co/xR93plAAyc

Apr 7, 2020 · 1,691 followers View post →
Robin
@rowforfun · X

RT @sjoshimd: An overlooked danger of ketogenic diets: Making the case that ketone bodies induce vascular damage by the same mechanisms as…

Apr 7, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,166 followers View post →
Shivam Joshi, MD
@sjoshimd · X

An overlooked danger of ketogenic diets: Making the case that ketone bodies induce vascular damage by the same mechanisms as glucose https://t.co/LE732HqxX3 https://t.co/9K6NCUkt9V

Apr 7, 2020 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 3,754 followers View post →
DesignedByNature
@DesignedNature · X

I just posted "An overlooked danger of ketogenic diets: Making the case that ketone bodies induce vascular damage by the same mechanisms as glucose. - Feb 2020" on Reddit https://t.co/pGCr6VK26l

Apr 7, 2020 · 438 followers View post →
Eve Beavers-Fain BSN MPH
@espacetimeNOT · X

RT @erik_arnesen: @KCKlatt Speaking of ketones vs. glucose...

Feb 21, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,210 followers View post →
Erik Arnesen
@erik_arnesen · X

@KCKlatt Speaking of ketones vs. glucose...

Feb 21, 2020 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 2,110 followers View post →