What Do Heart Doctors Say About the Keto Diet?
                                
                                
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                                While the ketogenic diet can lead to rapid weight loss in the short term, many cardiologists express significant concerns regarding its long-term effects on cardiovascular health. A high-fat diet, especially one rich in saturated fats, can increase LDL ("bad") cholesterol, a major risk factor for heart disease.