Ketogenic Diets

Health, performance and discrepancies between research protocols and lay application.

Jacob Mey, PhD, RD

  • What you will learn in this course:
    • Learn the most recent science on the roles of ketones in human physiology.
    • Identify sports performance measures that may be improved or hindered by a ketogenic diet.
    • Understand core concepts of the ketogenic diets used in research.
  • 1 Credit Hour as Approved by Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
  • 1 Credit Hour as Approved by the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC)
  • Included in this course:
  • Guided Notes

  • On-Demand Webinar

  • Quiz

  • Resources and References

CDR Performance Indicators: 8.1.1, 8.1.2, 8.1.3, 8.1.4

CSSD Exam Competencies addressed:

  1. Analyze and interpret available data in the context of enhancing athletic performance and health.

  2. Evaluate and interpret factors influencing substrate use and exercise metabolism data.

  3. Evaluate factors that contribute to exercise-induced fatigue.

  4. Describe the effects of nutrition and exercise on health and performance.

  5. Explain the use of fat during exercise training, competition, and recovery.

  6. Advise clients regarding fat consumption within a nutrition plan.

  7. Evaluate special issues related to fat intake, fat storage, and health.

  8. Describe energy balance (energy intake and expenditure) in active individuals and special populations.

  9. Evaluate the efficacy and safety of popular diets for weight management, health, and performance.


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