Keto is Destroying Your Health! (Or Is That Just Another Lie?)

Ah, here we go again. Another so-called “expert” dropping a half-baked, fear-mongering claim about how keto is “dangerous”—all based on a single month of lab results. ONE. MONTH. Seriously? That’s like judging a new diet after a weekend of cheat meals and wondering why you haven’t lost weight yet.

So, let’s break this down and have some fun while exposing the nonsense. If you love logic, science, and common sense, this one's for you. If you love fear-mongering clickbait, then… I dunno, maybe go watch another dramatic "Keto is Killing You!" video instead.

1️⃣ No Before Values? Pucha, Ano ‘Yan, Magic?

So, our dear “expert” claims that after one month of keto, his patients' lab values “got worse.” But wait… compared to what?!

🔹 Did he show their before lab values? NO.
🔹 Did he track their progress for several months? NO.
🔹 Did he just decide, “Oh, let me blame keto for whatever numbers popped up!”? ABSOLUTELY.

So basically, we’re looking at numbers without context, like judging a movie by watching only the last five minutes. Pucha, paano mo malalaman kung gumanda o lumala kung wala kang comparison?!

⚠️ FACT: Lab values fluctuate due to stress, sleep, hydration, and that triple cheeseburger they ate last night. If there’s no BEFORE data, then the whole analysis is as useful as a diet book written by someone who never lost weight.

2️⃣ ONE MONTH?! Ganyan Ka Mabilis Mag-Conclude?

Look, even a telenovela takes three months before the dramatic confrontation happens. But this guy? One month of keto and he’s already declaring it bad.

Reality check:

🔹 Cholesterol, blood sugar, and other metabolic markers need AT LEAST three months to show reliable trends.
🔹 Doctors don’t diagnose diabetes with just one day’s sugar reading—they use HbA1c, a 3-month average.
🔹 Short-term fluctuations are NORMAL—the real measure of progress is the trend over time.

So what’s next? Are we going to judge a relationship based on the first date? Declare a business a failure after one week? Expect abs after one gym session?

⚠️ FACT: Many people’s cholesterol temporarily increases when they start keto—but that’s part of the adaptation phase. If you check again AFTER 3-6 months, most see improved triglycerides, lower inflammation, and better insulin sensitivity.

3️⃣ Keto is Just One Type of Low-Carb Diet

Some people throw around the word “keto” as if it’s the only low-carb diet in existence. But let’s set the record straight—keto is just one sample of a low-carb diet.

🔹 Low-carb diets have different variations, depending on how many carbs you allow per day.
🔹 Keto is an ultra-low-carb diet (usually under 50g carbs per day) that forces the body into ketosis.
🔹 Other low-carb diets may allow higher carb intake (like 50-150g/day) but still work for weight loss and metabolic health.

So when someone blames keto for someone’s lab results, are they really doing keto? Or are they just following a general low-carb diet that’s still high in carbs compared to keto?

⚠️ FACT: Removing rice alone does not mean you’re doing keto. Many people think they are on keto when they are actually just eating lower-carb—but still too many carbs to reach ketosis.

4️⃣ Were They Actually Doing Keto… or Just “Feeling Keto”?

Look, saying “I’m on keto” doesn’t mean you’re actually doing keto.

🔹 Some people think removing rice is already keto—NOPE.
🔹 Others still eat bread, fruit juices, and “low-fat” junk—definitely NOT keto.
🔹 Some are doing low-carb, but high-protein with moderate fat—okay, that’s more like it. In fact, that's how I do it.

So, did the “expert” even check if these patients were actually following keto?

❌ Did he monitor their daily food intake?
❌ Did he test if they were in ketosis?
❌ Did he confirm if they were eating enough fat and protein?

NO. NO. AND NO.

⚠️ FACT: Keto is not just “no rice.” It’s low-carb, moderate-protein, high-fat. If someone is still consuming too many carbohydrates, they are NOT on keto.

5️⃣ Fearmongering = More Views (And They Know It!)

Let’s be honest—what kind of content gets more views?

✅ Balanced, science-backed explanations about metabolic health
❌ Dramatic, fear-driven nonsense like “KETO WILL KILL YOU”

You already know the answer. And that’s the reason why I don’t get much views.

🔹 Content creators know that fear sells.
🔹 They cherry-pick single cases and present them as absolute proof.
🔹 The more controversial the claim, the more clicks and engagement they get.

⚠️ FACT: Just because something gets a lot of views doesn’t mean it’s true. Just because someone wears a lab coat doesn’t mean they actually know what they’re talking about.

📢 Want Real Guidance? Here’s How I Can Help!

🔥 For the General Public: If you want to learn keto or low-carb the right way—not the way fearmongers present it—join my Membership or Coaching program! Get real facts, real guidance, and avoid these misleading myths.

🩺 For Healthcare Professionals: If you’re a doctor, nutritionist, or medical professional who wants scientific, evidence-based low-carb training, I highly recommend the online professional training of Nutrition Network.

📢 DISCLAIMER

The information in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and is based on opinion, personal experience, and publicly available scientific data. It is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for consultation with a licensed healthcare professional. Readers are encouraged to do their own research, consult qualified experts, and verify information independently before making any health-related decisions. The author is not responsible for any actions taken based on this article.