keto

¹

[kee-toh]

adjective

Chemistry.

1. of or derived from a ketone.

keto-

²

1. a combining form representing ketone in compound words.

   ketolysis.

keto-

combining form

1. indicating that a chemical compound is a ketone or is derived from a ketone

   ketose

   ketoxime

Word History and Origins

Origin of keto¹

First recorded in 1910–15; independent use of keto-

Example Sentences

I wonder if Tano has ever considered a keto lifestyle.

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These people probably enjoy Ironman competitions, keto and intermittent fasting.

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"By switching to a keto diet, ketones are produced and used as an alternative fuel source. This may decrease the chance of developing Alzheimer's by preserving the health of brain cells."

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"As our study shows, diets like keto that are very high in fat can have serious unintended side effects -- even causing the tumor to grow."

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Chaix, Ducker, and Hilgendorf also stress that their study is one specific type of cancer adapting to an obese environment, and that the keto diet may be beneficial for other types of cancer.

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When To Use

What does keto mean?

Keto is short for ketogenic, referring to a diet that is low in carbohydrates but high in protein.While originating as a medical diet, it's popularly associated with weight loss.