ketogenic
adjective
ke·to·gen·ic
ˌkē-tō-ˈje-nik 
1
: producing or involved in the formation of ketone bodies
ketogenic amino acids
also
: marked by the presence of ketone bodies
a ketogenic state
2
: of, relating to, or caused by a ketogenic diet
ketogenic weight loss
ketogenic meals
Examples of ketogenic in a Sentence
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Additionally, the study focused specifically on removing sucrose from low-fat meals, meaning the results might not apply to people eliminating sugar while following higher-fat or ketogenic eating plans, the researchers noted.
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Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 18 June 2026
Common features and popular examples Eating plans such as the Atkins, Paleo (paleolithic), and ketogenic (keto) diets gained popularity by offering simplified explanations for weight loss and challenging conventional nutritional advice.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 June 2026
Originally developed as a treatment for epilepsy, the ketogenic (or keto) diet remains a popular low-carb diet.
—Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 3 June 2026
There are many different types of supplements that support a ketogenic lifestyle, but there are many factors that can determine which supplements are best for you and your overall health goals.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2025
The ketogenic or keto diet is typically high in fat and protein and low in carbohydrates.
—Jenna Anderson, Health, 12 June 2025
According to devotees—especially followers of ketogenic and paleo diets or intermittent fasting—this intriguing combo boosts energy and concentration.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 30 Apr. 2025
The brain benefits of a ketogenic or keto diet, which is high in fats, moderate in protein, and very low in carbohydrates, have been known for some time.
—New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2025
Health 5 diet fads from the last 15 years that fizzled out
Raw food, paleo, gluten-free, detox, and ketogenic: All of these diet fads withered when subjected to scientific scrutiny.
—Big Think, 24 June 2024
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Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 18 June 2026
Common features and popular examples Eating plans such as the Atkins, Paleo (paleolithic), and ketogenic (keto) diets gained popularity by offering simplified explanations for weight loss and challenging conventional nutritional advice.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 June 2026
Originally developed as a treatment for epilepsy, the ketogenic (or keto) diet remains a popular low-carb diet.
—Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 3 June 2026
There are many different types of supplements that support a ketogenic lifestyle, but there are many factors that can determine which supplements are best for you and your overall health goals.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2025
The ketogenic or keto diet is typically high in fat and protein and low in carbohydrates.
—Jenna Anderson, Health, 12 June 2025
According to devotees—especially followers of ketogenic and paleo diets or intermittent fasting—this intriguing combo boosts energy and concentration.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 30 Apr. 2025
The brain benefits of a ketogenic or keto diet, which is high in fats, moderate in protein, and very low in carbohydrates, have been known for some time.
—New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2025
Health 5 diet fads from the last 15 years that fizzled out
Raw food, paleo, gluten-free, detox, and ketogenic: All of these diet fads withered when subjected to scientific scrutiny.
—Big Think, 24 June 2024
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“Ketogenic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ketogenic. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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ketogenic
adjective
ke·to·gen·ic
ˌkēt-ō-ˈjen-ik
1
: producing or involved in the formation of ketone bodies
also
: marked by the presence of ketone bodies
a ketogenic state
2
: of, relating to, or caused by a ketogenic diet
ketogenic weight loss
Medical Definition
ketogenic
adjective
ke·to·gen·ic
-ˈjen-ik
1
: producing or involved in the formation of ketone bodies
It is known that a high protein diet causes the production of ketone bodies derived from lipid oxidation and ketogenic amino acids.—Vania Mattoso Ribeiro et al., Demetra: Food, Nutrition & Health
Vania Mattoso Ribeiro et al., Demetra: Food, Nutrition & Health
also
: marked by the presence of ketone bodies
ketogenic states
2
: of, relating to, or caused by a ketogenic diet
ketogenic weight reduction
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