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Diet series: Comparing Keto and Buddha diets

Is when you eat as important as what you eat? Does reducing carbs reduce your waistline? Could adding fat to your diet actually improve your health? The answers to these dietary questions may be found in the Ketogenic Diet or the Buddha Diet.

Let’s take a look at the specifics.

Change your diet, change your life

We acknowledge that you have a wide array of choices when it comes to feeding your body, and we will continue to provide educational resources to help you understand the different diet options. It is important that you know that dietary changes should be taken very seriously. Understanding the impact that dietary changes can have on your body is especially important for consumers with chronic illnesses or those with a history of heart disease. Our coverage of diet fads are simply meant to provide you with a high-level understanding of the essence of the diet. Before you make any changes to your diet, we strongly recommend you consult your primary care doctor or a nutritionist to ensure that you are making the right dietary decisions for your body.

Our team of experts can help you understand your dietary options and determine which eating plan gives you the best chance for success for your health and weight-management goals. Search for a doctor in our regional directory or find a location near you:

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This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professional's instructions.

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We are all about food! The Providence Nutrition Team loves to talk about and share our expertise on how to help you find the right diet, food types and maintenance tactics to help you live life to the fullest...while also enjoying the best foods that mother nature has to offer.