What you need to know before starting the keto diet
By Mary Caldwell Troy Warren for CNT #Health If the idea of eating plenty of fats sounds like your kind of meal plan, the ketogenic diet — often shortened to keto — may be worth checking out. It’s a low-carb diet, so you’ll have to put down the potatoes and sugary foods, but it might help you lose weight. However, questions exist regarding its long-term effectiveness and safety. Here's what you need to know about the keto diet, from the basics to its pros and cons: The basics of the keto diet Low-carb diets have been popular for a while, and…