Words and phrases beginning with K

  • Ketosis

    Ketosis is a metabolic state in which the body begins to use fat as its primary source of energy instead of carbohydrates.

    During ketosis, the liver produces compounds called ketones that can be used by the body and brain for fuel.

  • Ketone Bodies

    Ketone bodies are molecules produced by the liver when the body breaks down fat for energy.

    They are generated when carbohydrate intake is low or when the body is using stored fat as fuel.

  • Ketogenic Diet

    The ketogenic diet is a dietary approach that emphasises high fat intake, moderate protein and very low carbohydrate consumption.

    This pattern of eating is designed to encourage the body to enter a state of ketosis.

  • Kilocalorie

    A kilocalorie is a unit used to measure energy in food.

    In everyday nutrition discussions, the term “calorie” usually refers to a kilocalorie.

  • Kelp

    Kelp is a type of seaweed that grows in nutrient-rich ocean waters.

    It is naturally rich in minerals such as iodine and is sometimes used in supplements or food products.

  • Kinetics

    Kinetics refers to the study of movement and the forces involved in physical activity.

    In human physiology, kinetics helps describe how the body moves and uses energy during exercise.

  • Ketogenic Metabolism

    Ketogenic metabolism refers to the metabolic processes that occur when the body relies primarily on fat and ketones for energy rather than glucose.This metabolic shift occurs during prolonged fasting or very low carbohydrate intake.

  • Ketone Production

    Ketone production is the process by which the liver converts fatty acids into ketones when the body requires an alternative fuel source.

    This process typically increases when carbohydrate intake is low or when the body is using stored fat for energy.

  • Kinetic Energy

    Kinetic energy is the energy produced by movement.

    In the human body, kinetic energy is generated during physical activity when muscles contract and the body performs work.

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