Will keto reduce muscle mass? A guide to preserving muscle on a ketogenic diet
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A 2022 meta-analysis found that while ketogenic diets promote fat loss, they can sometimes be associated with a greater loss of lean body mass compared to other diets. This often leads to a pressing question for many dieters and athletes: **Will keto reduce muscle mass?** The answer is nuanced, depending heavily on your approach to nutrition and exercise.