WHAT IS BHB?
Understanding BHB is essential to joining the ketogenic diet and remaining in ketosis. So what is BHB exactly? BHB (Beta‐Hydroxybutyrate) is an organic compound and is considered one of the “physiological” ketone bodes produced and burned in our cells.
BHB is one of three ketones the body produces during states of fasting or through low-carbohydrate, high-fat diets.
Fat is broken down and BHB is formed. It provides an alternate energy source for every part of the body, including the brain.
Endogenous ketones are produced by the body naturally through a low-carb diet or fasting. The process for creating endogenous BHB is called ketogenesis.
To provide a quicker alternative to natural ketone production, there are exogenous BHB ketones which can be consumed through supplements. Exogenous ketones come from an external source since they’re not produced in the body.
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