The Case for Keto

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For decades, conventional wisdom for weight loss—calorie restriction and increased exercise—has failed, paralleled by a surge in obesity rates. In *The Case for Keto*, bestselling author Gary Taubes challenges this paradigm. Drawing on twenty years of investigative reporting and interviews with over a hundred physicians, Taubes presents a historical and scientific examination of ketogenic (low-carbohydrate, high-fat) eating. He reveals critical misconceptions about obesity, arguing that hormones, not solely calorie intake or activity levels, play a central role. This groundbreaking manifesto offers practical advice, demonstrating how ketogenic diets can provide a more effective approach to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight, and combating obesity and diabetes.