ketogenic ratio

The ketogenic ratio measures the balance of macronutrients—carbohydrates, proteins, and fats—in a ketogenic diet, expressed as a ratio of fat to combined protein and carbohydrate. For example, a 4:1 ratio means there are four parts fat for every one part of protein plus carbs. This ratio helps determine how effectively the diet promotes ketosis, a metabolic state where the body burns fat for energy instead of carbs. Higher ratios typically mean more fat and fewer carbs, increasing the likelihood of achieving ketosis, which is often used to manage certain medical conditions like epilepsy.