{"id":68069,"date":"2024-11-27T12:01:04","date_gmt":"2024-11-27T12:01:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=68069"},"modified":"2024-11-27T12:01:04","modified_gmt":"2024-11-27T12:01:04","slug":"is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Keto Safe for Seniors? What Science Says"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/#Can_a_70-Year-Old_Do_Keto\" >Can a 70-Year-Old Do Keto?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/#How_Many_Carbs_Should_a_70-Year-Old_Consume\" >How Many Carbs Should a 70-Year-Old Consume?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/#How_Long_Can_a_Senior_Stay_on_Keto\" >How Long Can a Senior Stay on Keto?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/#How_to_Follow_the_Keto_Diet_for_Women_over_50\" >How to Follow the Keto Diet for Women over 50<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/#What_Are_the_Downsides_of_the_Keto_Diet\" >What Are the Downsides of the Keto Diet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/#Who_Is_Not_a_Candidate_for_Keto\" >Who Is Not a Candidate for Keto?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/#What_Is_the_Best_Diet_for_Those_over_70\" >What Is the Best Diet for Those over 70?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/#Is_a_low-carb_diet_good_for_seniors\" >Is a low-carb diet good for seniors?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/#Does_keto_work_after_menopause\" >Does keto work after menopause?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/#Does_keto_slow_aging\" >Does keto slow aging?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/#Will_keto_get_rid_of_belly_fat\" >Will keto get rid of belly fat?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is keto safe for seniors? The keto diet (aka the ketogenic diet) is a high-fat, medium-protein, and very low-carbohydrate eating plan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2386&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Keto_Diet_Safe_For_Seniors\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KetoFemaleSeniors-mp4.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This diet continues to dominate \u2018<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/best-weight-loss-program\/\"><b>best weight loss program<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and diet lists\u2019 due to claims of its incredible weight loss and management effects and claims of other benefits such as the management of type II diabetes, reduced inflammation, and improved brain function (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK499830\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8153354\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite the many claims of benefits of this eating plan, you may be wondering if keto for seniors is a good idea. Should older adults consider this high-fat eating plan or would they be better off choosing another diet plan?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s take a deep dive and find out.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_70-Year-Old_Do_Keto\"><\/span><b>Can a 70-Year-Old Do Keto?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, some of them probably can. Contrary to what you may assume, there really is no <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-keto-diet\/\">keto diet<\/a> age limit. Studies have suggested that this eating plan can be followed by adults of all ages, older adults (over 65 years) included (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8615410\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a study report on older adults with a median age of 70\u200a years, reported benefits of this very low-carb diet for seniors included weight loss and better glucose control, with 30 out of 200 people experiencing adverse events such as dyslipidemia and digestive issues (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8615410\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The keto diet may be safe for many people, but not everyone can or should try it. Speak to your healthcare provider before you make any major dietary changes &#8211; even if it\u2019s safe for you, you may require monitoring or medication adjustments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2386&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Keto_Diet_Safe_For_Seniors\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-66797\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/diet-for-seniors-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Is Keto Diet Safe For Seniors\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/diet-for-seniors.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/diet-for-seniors-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/diet-for-seniors.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/diet-for-seniors-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Many_Carbs_Should_a_70-Year-Old_Consume\"><\/span><b>How Many Carbs Should a 70-Year-Old Consume?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This depends on the type of diet that the 70-year-old is following. According to an article published in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delaware Journal of Public Health<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the recommended macronutrient intake for older adults is as follows (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8396619\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">45% to 65% of daily calories from carbohydrates (with a 30 g and 21 g intake of fiber for men and women aged 60 years and above, respectively)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20% to 35% of daily calories from healthy fats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10% to 35% of daily calories from protein<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From this, we can see that when following a normal balanced diet, a 70-year-old should have a higher intake of carbohydrates, preferably mostly from complex carbs. However, if the 70-year-old is following a ketogenic diet, the values change. The recommended macronutrient intake for this diet is (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK499830\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">55% to 65% of daily calorie intake from fats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30% to 35% of daily caloric intake from protein<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just 5% to 10% of their daily calories from carbohydrates &#8211; this limits their carb intake to approximately 20 to 50 grams per day<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re a workout beast or just a beginner making your first foray into the world of fitness and dieting \u2013 BetterMe has a lot to offer to both newbies and experts! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2386&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Keto_Diet_Safe_For_Seniors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Install the app and experience the versatility first-hand!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Can_a_Senior_Stay_on_Keto\"><\/span><b>How Long Can a Senior Stay on Keto?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No specific research has looked at how long an older adult can stay on this diet. However, researchers suggest that the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-diet-for-seniors\/\">ketogenic diet<\/a> is a short-term eating plan that is typically followed for a minimum of 2 to 3 weeks and for a maximum of 6 to 12 months (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK499830\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is because despite the fact that this diet was introduced in the 1920s, no long-term studies have been done on it. It is suggested that the lack of literature on the long-term effects of keto could be attributed, at least in part, to the fact that it\u2019s quite difficult to adhere to such a restrictive eating pattern for a long time (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9312449\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/70-year-old-diet-plan\/\">70-Year-Old\u2019s Diet Plan: Here\u2019s How Older Adults Can Meet Their Nutritional Needs<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Follow_the_Keto_Diet_for_Women_over_50\"><\/span><b>How to Follow the Keto Diet for Women over 50<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ketogenic diet may not be the best long-term eating plan, but that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t make the most of this diet in just 6 to 12 months. If you\u2019re not sure how to go about eating while on keto, here are some tips.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Focus on Fats<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As seen from the section above, this diet is very high in fat. This means that your next grocery list will be filled with high-fat foods that you may have previously avoided. It\u2019s important for heart health to focus mostly on healthy unsaturated fats. Some healthy fat options you should definitely add to your keto-friendly grocery list include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy cooking oils such as olive oil, canola oil, avocado oil, and other vegetable oils.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuts and seeds such as almonds, chia seeds, macadamia, flax seeds, pecans, hemp seeds, Brazil nuts, sunflower seeds, walnuts, sesame seeds, pine nuts, and hazelnuts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole eggs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatty fish such as salmon, tuna, herring, mackerel, and trout, in addition to other kinds of seafood such as crab and lobster, which are lower in fat but rich in protein.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Animal Protein<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-protein-make-you-gain-weight\/\">Protein<\/a> is the second most important macronutrient on this eating plan. While plant proteins are excellent protein sources for any other diet, they don\u2019t make the best options for this diet as they also tend to be quite high in carbohydrates. You can and should include some plant-based proteins such as tofu, beans, and lentils &#8211; just be mindful of how they contribute to your carb allowance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other hand, animal protein is excellent as it has protein, some fat, and virtually zero carbs. Animal proteins that you should be eating when doing keto include lean meats and poultry (it\u2019s better to get your fat from healthier fat sources), fish and other seafood, eggs, and full-fat dairy in moderation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2386&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Keto_Diet_Safe_For_Seniors\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-66394\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/intermittent-fasting-for-female-seniors_7-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Is Keto Diet Safe For Seniors\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/intermittent-fasting-for-female-seniors_7.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/intermittent-fasting-for-female-seniors_7-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/intermittent-fasting-for-female-seniors_7.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/intermittent-fasting-for-female-seniors_7-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fruits<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally, fruits aren\u2019t encouraged on this eating plan as they\u2019re high in sugar and carbs &#8211; the two things that are strictly limited on the meal plan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, there are some fruits that still make the cut. These include all kinds of berries, limes and lemons, olives, tomatoes, avocados, coconut, and watermelon.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Leafy Greens and Non-Starchy Vegetables<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are very important on any kind of diet as they\u2019re rich in vitamins and antioxidants, which are good for your health and will help protect against nutritional deficiencies. Leafy greens and non-starchy vegetables also make the keto cut as they\u2019re quite low in calories and most especially, carbohydrates.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leafy green examples include spinach, kale, collard greens, lettuce, baby spinach, arugula, bok choy, Swiss Chard, and cabbage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-starchy vegetables include peppers, mushrooms, cucumbers, green beans, eggplant, cauliflower, asparagus, okra, turnips, and radishes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To see how you can turn these ingredients into delicious meals, check out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/day-weight-loss-low-carb-diet\/\"><b>7-day weight loss low carb diet<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> article.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Downsides_of_the_Keto_Diet\"><\/span><b>What Are the Downsides of the Keto Diet?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite all the above-mentioned claimed benefits of this eating plan, it also comes with some potential adverse effects. These include:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Keto Flu<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the most common effect that is experienced by almost everyone when they start this eating plan. Symptoms of keto flu include nausea, vomiting, headache, fatigue, dizziness, insomnia, heartbeat alterations, reduced exercise tolerance, and brain fog. Thankfully, this \u2018flu\u2019 usually goes away after a few days to a few weeks of this diet, but if it persists or interferes with your daily life, you should stop the diet immediately and talk to your healthcare provider (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7082414\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Nutritional Deficiencies<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike other weight loss diets, the ketogenic diet cuts out an entire food group &#8211; i.e. carbohydrates. While you can still eat a few carbs, you\u2019re only able to have a very minimal amount as leafy greens and non-starchy vegetables still contain some carbs which take over the very small carb allowance that you have for the day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cutting out an entire food group from your diet will likely lead to an inadequate intake of essential vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals. This can lower your immunity and lead to illness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid the risk of these deficiencies, researchers have suggested that those who follow this eating plan should consider supplementing their diet with nutrients such as potassium, sodium, magnesium, calcium, omega-3 fatty acids, psyllium fiber, and vitamins B, C, and E (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1111\/j.1528-1167.2008.01827.x\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6820992\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Talk to your healthcare provider about whether you may benefit from supplements, and which ones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to free yourself from all the extra pounds that have been weighing you down for way too long, <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2386&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Keto_Diet_Safe_For_Seniors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">start using the BetterMe: Health Coaching app<\/a> and overhaul your entire life!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Kidney Stones<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ketosis can make your blood and urine more acidic, which leads to an increased secretion of calcium in your urine (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC2852806\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8161846\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) &#8211; this can form kidney stones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Digestive Issues<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to the low-carb nature of this eating plan, it\u2019s quite difficult for you to meet your daily fiber needs. Fiber is essential for digestive and overall gut health and without it, you may experience issues such as constipation, diarrhea, and bloating (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK499830\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Is_Not_a_Candidate_for_Keto\"><\/span><b>Who Is Not a Candidate for Keto?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those who should avoid the ketogenic diet include but are not limited to (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7539910\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People with liver problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anyone who is suffering from kidney disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anyone who lives with type 1 diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People who have recently suffered a stroke or heart attack<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People who are suffering from cardiac arrhythmias, aka irregular heartbeat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anyone who is suffering from bone problems such as sarcopenia or osteoporosis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Persons with a history of disordered eating<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This isn\u2019t an exhaustive list and some conditions or medications may require monitoring or adjustments while on a keto diet. It\u2019s important for anyone who is interested in trying a keto diet to talk to their healthcare provider first. There are safer options than keto that will help you make healthier eating choices and even lose any excess weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-for-seniors-over-70\/\">Intermittent Fasting for Seniors over 70: Is it Safe?<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Best_Diet_for_Those_over_70\"><\/span><b>What Is the Best Diet for Those over 70?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best diet for seniors is simply a balanced diet. Such an eating plan calls for (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nia.nih.gov\/health\/healthy-eating-nutrition-and-diet\/healthy-meal-planning-tips-older-adults\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The consumption of a variety of foods from each food group, i.e. vegetables, fruits, whole grains, protein, healthy fats, and dairy (or dairy alternatives)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limited intake of added sugar, saturated fats, and sodium<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adequate protein to help with muscle maintenance and growth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A serving of fruits or vegetables included in every meal and at snack times<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lot of water throughout the day<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A healthy amount of calories &#8211; don\u2019t overeat or undereat<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-66381\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/intermittent-fasting-for-female-seniors_1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Is Keto Diet Safe For Seniors\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/intermittent-fasting-for-female-seniors_1.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/intermittent-fasting-for-female-seniors_1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/intermittent-fasting-for-female-seniors_1.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/intermittent-fasting-for-female-seniors_1-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_low-carb_diet_good_for_seniors\"><\/span><strong>Is a low-carb diet good for seniors?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s not for everyone. As seen above, a low-carb diet such as the ketogenic diet is claimed to have positive benefits for older adults (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8615410\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), especially regarding weight loss. However, such a diet shouldn\u2019t be followed long-term as it may lead to undesired side effects and it isn\u2019t safe for everyone. Talk to your healthcare provider to get individualized advice.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_keto_work_after_menopause\"><\/span><strong>Does keto work after menopause?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no scientific evidence that suggests the keto diet stops being effective once a woman hits menopause. However, whether any specific diet is effective or not is highly individual and influenced by factors such as sustainability, personal preferences, and flexibility.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_keto_slow_aging\"><\/span><strong>Does keto slow aging?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no scientific research that has linked the keto diet to aging, so we can\u2019t say for certain if or how it affects aging.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_keto_get_rid_of_belly_fat\"><\/span><strong>Will keto get rid of belly fat?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, this diet can help with belly fat, as can any diet that produces a calorie deficit and leads to weight loss. Some studies have linked the ketogenic diet to reduced belly and overall body fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7399204\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10844723\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2386&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Keto_Diet_Safe_For_Seniors\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/KetoFemaleSenior1-mp4.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the evidence shown above, this high-fat, low-carb diet may be safe for some seniors and may be used in the short term by older adults who want to lose weight. However, that being said, if any seniors suffer from any of the illnesses mentioned above, they should avoid keto by all means and find another safer diet to follow in order to meet their goals. Everyone should speak to their healthcare provider for individualized advice before they make any major dietary changes.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is keto safe for seniors? The keto diet (aka the ketogenic diet) is a high-fat, medium-protein, and very low-carbohydrate eating plan.\u00a0 This diet continues to dominate \u2018best weight loss program and diet lists\u2019 due to claims of its incredible weight loss and management effects and claims of other benefits such as the management of type [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":29,"featured_media":68070,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[67,71],"tags":[],"coauthors":[109,87],"class_list":["post-68069","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diets","category-keto"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Is Keto Safe for Seniors? 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The keto diet (aka the ketogenic diet) is a high-fat, medium-protein, and very low-carbohydrate eating plan.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span data-sheets-root=\\\"1\\\"><\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">This diet continues to dominate \u2018<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/best-weight-loss-program\/\\\"><b>best weight loss program<\/b><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\"> and diet lists\u2019 due to claims of its incredible weight loss and management effects and claims of other benefits such as the management of type II diabetes, reduced inflammation, and improved brain function (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK499830\/\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">, <\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8153354\/\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">).<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Despite the many claims of benefits of this eating plan, you may be wondering if keto for seniors is a good idea. 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The keto diet (aka the ketogenic diet) is a high-fat, medium-protein, and very low-carbohydrate eating plan.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This diet continues to dominate \u2018<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/best-weight-loss-program\/\"><b>best weight loss program<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and diet lists\u2019 due to claims of its incredible weight loss and management effects and claims of other benefits such as the management of type II diabetes, reduced inflammation, and improved brain function (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK499830\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8153354\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite the many claims of benefits of this eating plan, you may be wondering if keto for seniors is a good idea. Should older adults consider this high-fat eating plan or would they be better off choosing another diet plan?<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s take a deep dive and find out.<\/span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Can a 70-Year-Old Do Keto?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, some of them probably can. Contrary to what you may assume, there really is no <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-keto-diet\/\">keto diet<\/a> age limit. Studies have suggested that this eating plan can be followed by adults of all ages, older adults (over 65 years) included (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8615410\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a study report on older adults with a median age of 70\u200a years, reported benefits of this very low-carb diet for seniors inc ..."},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/","url":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/is-keto-diet-safe-for-seniors\/","name":"Is Keto Safe for Seniors? 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