New Study Links Ketogenic Diets to Increased Small Intestine Cancer Risk
While high-fat, low-carbohydrate ketogenic diets are popular for weight loss and may offer protection against colon cancer, a new study reveals they could simultaneously elevate the risk of developing tumors in the small intestine. The research highlights the complex, dual-edged nature of metabolic shifts caused by forcing the body to burn fatty acids instead of glucose.
Source: MIT Tech Review