Short-term safety: In the short term, a well-formulated ketogenic diet is generally considered safe for healthy individuals.

Short-term safety: In the short term, a well-formulated ketogenic diet is generally considered safe for healthy individuals.

Long-term safety: The long-term safety of ketogenic diets is less understood, as research in this area is limited.

Long-term safety: The long-term safety of ketogenic diets is less understood, as research in this area is limited.

Individual considerations: Certain individuals should exercise caution or avoid a ketogenic diet altogether.

Individual considerations: Certain individuals should exercise caution or avoid a ketogenic diet altogether.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women, those with kidney disease, and people with a history of disordered eating.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women, those with kidney disease, and people with a history of disordered eating.

Regular monitoring of health markers, including blood lipids, liver function, and electrolyte levels, may be necessary.

Regular monitoring of health markers, including blood lipids, liver function, and electrolyte levels, may be necessary.