Keto Means
Keto Means
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Citrus ingredients like lemon may also work well on lightening age spots or acne scars, as well as any hair on your face.
Carb targets to stay in ketosis According to a 2018 review of the different types of ketogenic diet, a person should consume up to 50 grams (g) of...
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Foods you can eat on the keto diet include fish and seafood, meat and poultry, non-starchy vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, and zucchini,...
Read More »As a rich source of vitamin C and citric acid, lemons are known for their detoxifying effects, especially when you add a few freshly cut wedges to your drinking water. Because of the health benefits of eating lemons, there’s a growing popularity for using lemons as a natural treatment for skin conditions, like age spots and acne. However, using lemons on your face can do more harm than good. Here, we weigh the risks and benefits of lemon juice on the skin. Possible benefits of using lemon on your skin The purported benefits of using lemon on your skin have to do with the natural acidity of this citrus fruit, as well as its vitamin C content. Lemons are sometimes used for the following. Acne treatment Lemon juice has astringent qualities due to its acidic level. Ingredients with a low pH level can help decrease inflammation and oil that may contribute to the formation of acne. Furthermore, citric acid, a type of alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), can help break down dead skin cells that lead to noninflammatory forms of acne, like blackheads. Antimicrobial effects Lemons also have antimicrobial effects, which may help tame Propionibacterium acnes bacteria that lead to inflammatory acne. At the same time, lemon also has antifungal effects, which may help treat Candida rashes as well as scalp fungus that sometimes occurs with seborrheic dermatitis. Skin spot or hair lightening Citrus ingredients like lemon may also work well on lightening age spots or acne scars, as well as any hair on your face. Psoriasis and dandruff treatment Since lemon juice can get rid of dead skin cells, the theory is that it might also alleviate skin patches attributed to psoriasis and dandruff. The sloughing-off effects are attributed to lemon’s natural levels of citric acid, as AHAs have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Increased collagen Some proponents of using lemon on the skin say that the citrus fruit is a natural method of increasing collagen in facial skin. Collagen is a protein that naturally breaks down with age, which can then result in fine lines and wrinkles. As an antioxidant, vitamin C may help prevent free radicals that can damage collagen, leaving you with smoother skin. Lemon juice vs. vitamin C There are other methods of obtaining the vitamin C benefits of lemon juice for your skin, such as by using a vitamin C serum. Vitamin C products contain formulated, safe amounts of ingredients developed by researchers and intended for topical use. In contrast, each lemon you buy may vary in how much ascorbic acid it contains. There’s no telling whether or not its juice may burn your skin when applied directly. While effective topical products may contain lemon juice, this ingredient is typically mixed with other ingredients and measured to a specific, safe amount.
50 grams The ketogenic diet typically reduces total carbohydrate intake to less than 50 grams a day—less than the amount found in a medium plain...
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According to some researchers, fasting for 10–16 hours can cause the body to turn its fat stores into energy, which releases ketones into the...
Read More »Side effects and precautions for using lemon on your face Lemon tends to have more side effects than benefits for the skin, making this a risky DIY option for home skin care. The risks can also be greater if you have sensitive skin or you expose your face to the sun after applying lemon. Skin irritation Skin irritation is the most common side effect of using fruit acids. Lemon is extremely acidic, which can irritate your skin. You might experience: excessive dryness
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When a person is in nutritional ketosis, they will have blood ketone levels of 0.5–3 millimoles per liter . Alternatively, people can use a breath...
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