Cracking the Keto Code: Keto as a Concept

If you’re anything like most women, you’ve probably spent the majority of your adult life avoiding fat like the plague, feeling guilty every time you have succumbed, filled your bowls and plates with low fat alternatives, and as a result, spent most the time feeling hungry, miserable and in a constant state of deprivation. 

Well, it’s time to get a grip, let go of the guilt, feel full for the first time and change the way you eat. 

The ketogenic (keto) diet is a low-carbohydrate, high-fat eating plan designed to shift the body into a state called ketosis. In ketosis, the body primarily burns fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates; therefore, you may not hang on to it. Whoop Whoop! Ketosis isn't a spell from the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry; it's the magical state your body enters when you kick carbs to the curb. Think of it as your metabolic superhero, burning fat for fuel and turning you into a lean, mean, ketone-burning machine. 

When you limit your carb intake, the liver produces ketones, which are molecules created from the breakdown of fats. These ketones serve as an alternative energy source for the brain and body. Essentially, a keto diet aims to induce and maintain this metabolic state, encouraging fat utilisation for energy and potentially leading to weight loss. 

So, welcome to the wild world of the ketogenic lifestyle and diet, where bacon is a food group, avocados are the Beyoncé of the produce aisle and carbs are like that ex you unfollowed on social media – you're better off without them! Today, we embark on a journey to demystify the secrets of keto, the diet that has everyone questioning their relationship with carbs and where losing weight is a side effect of actually eating the food you’ve always been afraid to enjoy. Think of it as the rebellious teenager of the diet world, flipping off carbs and embracing fats like a long-lost lover.

In a world where avocados are hailed as green gold, and butter is having a comeback, the saga of good fats and cholesterol unfolds. Brace yourself for a journey through the mysterious realm of lipids, where the cholesterol rollercoaster takes unexpected turns.

Picture this: You're sipping your WillPowders morning coffee, and as you revel in the rich goodness, a tiny voice in your head whispers, "What about cholesterol?" Fear not, intrepid WillPowderer, for this is the tale of how good fats may flirt with your cholesterol levels, but not all cholesterol is created equal.

LDL cholesterol, the low-density lipoprotein, or the "Not-So-Good Cholesterol" is the mischievous gremlin that can wreak havoc if left unchecked. But here's the twist – not all LDL is created equal. There's a good LDL and a bad LDL. The good LDL is the larger, fluffier kind that behaves and doesn't clog up your arteries like its smaller, denser counterpart.

Yes, the good fats in butter, MCT Keto Powder, MCT Oil, olive oil, oily fish, red meat, full fat dairy might give your cholesterol a little nudge, but fear not – they're doing it for a good cause. These fats can boost your levels of the fluffy, benevolent LDL, keeping the mischievous gremlins at bay. It's like having a bodyguard for your arteries, with a touch of culinary flair.

Food like avocados take centre stage. Creamy, green, and oh-so-trendy, avocados are the poster child for healthy fats. They're loaded with monounsaturated fats that not only cosy up to your taste buds but also dance harmoniously with your cholesterol levels. It's like a heart-healthy tango, where the avocado leads, and your cardiovascular system gracefully follows.

It's a vibrant spectrum of good and not-so-good, with good fats playing the role of the wise storyteller.  It appears that cholesterol is the misunderstood protagonist, and statins are the dubious villains, so the next time someone questions your affinity for avocados and butter, just smile and say, "I'm keeping my cholesterol story interesting – with a dash of good fats and a sprinkle of wisdom." Then raise your WillPowders coffee and cheers to a heart-healthy, cholesterol-conscious gastronomic adventure!

Don’t just take my word for it: enter Malcolm Kendrick, the maestro behind The Great Cholesterol Con. Kendrick is the Gandalf of high-fat wisdom and his book, “The Great Cholesterol Con”, guides us through the labyrinth of misconceptions about cholesterol. Kendrick's philosophy is like the Yoda of nutrition, preaching the benefits of a high-fat diet with the wisdom of a thousand butter sticks.

In a world where butter is both a spread and a source of controversy, Malcom Kendrick emerges as the unsung hero and advocate of a high fat, ketogenic diet, taking us through the maze of lipids, challenging the dietary dragons with a sword made of saturated fats and a shield crafted from the wisdom of a ketogenic diet.

A ketogenic diet is like the rebel yell in the nutritional realm. Kendrick champions the cause of embracing healthy fats, transforming the ordinary into extraordinary by challenging conventional dietary norms. Avocado aficionados and olive oil enthusiasts, rejoice! These good fats are the superheroes in Kendrick's script, promoting heart health and giving cholesterol a well-deserved makeover.