The ketogenic diet is one that is very low in carbohydrate, high in fat, with moderate protein. this diet shifts the body into a natural, healthy metabolic state known as nutritional ketosis.in ketosis the body uses fat as its primary source of energy instead of glucose. some of this fat is converted into an alternative form of fuel called ketones. ketones are high-potency fuel that boost energy and cellular efficiency and activates special enzymes that regulate cell survival, repair, and growth. when a person is in nutritional ketosis, blood levels of ketones are elevated to therapeutic levels. in response, high blood pressure drops, cholesterol levels improve, inflammation is reduced, blood sugar levels normalize, and overall health improves.low-fat diets have been heavily promoted for the past several decades as the answer to obesity and chronic disease. however, we are fatter and sicker now more than ever before. obviously, the low-fat approach has not worked. our bodies actually need fat for optimal health and function more efficiently using fat for fuel.in this book you will discover how people are successfully using the ketogenic diet to prevent and treat chronic and degenerative disease. ketone therapy is backed by decades of medical and clinical research, and has proven to be both safe and effective for the treatment of variety of health issues, including the following: alzheimer's diseaseparkinson's diseasestrokemultiple sclerosisheart diseasecancerdiabetesobesitymetabolic syndromecrohn's diseaseulcerative colitisirritable bowel syndromeglaucomamacular degenerationmigraine headachessleep disorders it doesn't stop there. research is continually discovering conditions that are responding to the ketogenic diet. many health problems that medical science has deemed incurable or untreatable are being reversed. medications that were once relied on daily are no longer necessary and are being tossed away. people are discovering that a simple, but revolutionary diet based on wholesome, natural foods and the most health-promoting fats is dramatically changing their lives. it could be the key to changing yours as well.reviewthe information in this book will help enable us to build strong immune systems, and be free from the epidemic of chronic disease and dependence on pharmaceutical drugs, which have many toxic effects...a truly groundbreaking book.edward joseph james, md, mba, founder, heal2bfree ketone therapy: the ketogenic cleanse and anti-aging diet provides copious amounts of detail and insights to quench anyone's thirst for knowledge about ketones and the ketogenic diet. after clearly discussing ketones and their beneficial function in our bodies, dr. fife applies this valuable information to numerous health conditions. this book provides answers for those who have concerns about aging, excess weight, toxicity, as well as various neurological and metabolic conditions. dr. fife has produced and engaging and readable guide for his readers. i recommend that all health seekers read and apply the principles found in this book.susan l. levy, d.c., author of your body can talk 2nd edition and your aging body can talk fife's book, ketone therapy: the ketogenic cleanse & ant-aging diet is the complete, lay person's guide to the ketogenic/ low-carbohydrate lifestyle that the world should take advantage of if improved health and longevity is a priority. the book addresses all the important aspects of why this works, how it works and what you can accomplish just by making some simple changes to the way you eat. it promises to have a major impact on mental performance and overall body function. no other single, life sustaining option is this powerful. highly recommended.david j. matheson, dc