The biggest differences between keto and the Mediterranean diet

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The Mediterranean diet is not an actual "diet," but the keto diet is, according to Rachael Hartley, a registered and licensed dietitian.

The keto diet involves counting and numbers, but the Mediterranean diet is more of a general guideline for eating.

Both diets include fats, but the types of fats are not the same.

It seems like everyone is talking about the ketogenic diet these days. On the other hand, the Mediterranean diet was just voted the best of the year. But, how do you know which one is right for you? It's important to understand how each diet works and what sets them apart.

The ketogenic diet involves eating high-fat foods with moderate amounts of proteins and a low amount of carbohydrates. This diet tricks the body into burning fats and ketones over carbohydrates. The Mediterranean diet focuses on plant-based foods, fresh fruits and vegetables, and eating lean proteins. This diet shifts the emphasis away from processed foods and is considered more of a way of eating than a traditional diet.See the rest of the story at Business InsiderNOW WATCH: Roger Stone explains what Trump has in common with Richard NixonSee Also:11 products that will keep you warm when your office is freezing10 Oscar-winning movies everyone forgot about10 hiccup remedies that actually work

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