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Central to their discussion is the role of calories, macronutrients, and their metabolic effects. They agree that caloric intake governs weight loss or gain; however, they delve into how diets like keto influence appetite, insulin sensitivity, and fat storage beyond mere caloric content.
For instance, keto can modulate hormones like leptin and ghrelin, decrease postprandial glucose and insulin spikes, and improve metabolic markers even without weight loss. This points to the idea that metabolic health isn't solely about pounds but also involves internal physiological regulation.