Keto vs Paleo
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Keto Diet
Very low-carb, high-fat diet inducing ketosis
Fast weight loss and metabolic health
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Paleo Diet
Eat like a caveman — whole foods, no grains/legumes
Clean eating and long-term lifestyle change
Short Answer
The ketogenic diet is a very high-fat, very low-carb diet (under 50g carbs/day) that puts the body in ketosis. The paleo diet focuses on eating like our Paleolithic ancestors — whole foods, no processed items, no grains or legumes. Both eliminate grains and sugar.
Our Verdict
Keto is more medically researched for weight loss and epilepsy. Paleo is more sustainable long-term and less restrictive. Both are effective for weight management.
Choose Keto Diet if
Fast weight loss and metabolic health
Choose Paleo Diet if
Clean eating and long-term lifestyle change
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Key Differences at a Glance
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Carb Restriction: Keto Diet wins (Very strict (<50g/day) vs Moderate (no grains))
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Fat Intake: Keto Diet wins (Very high (70-80%) vs Moderate)
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Fruit Allowed: Paleo Diet wins (Yes vs Limited)
Key Facts & Figures
| Metric | Keto Diet | Paleo Diet | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Daily Carbs(g) | <50 | No strict limit | -50% |
All figures sourced from publicly available data. Last updated May 2026.
Key Differences
Keto Diet
Attribute
Paleo Diet
Very strict (<50g/day)🏆
Carb Restriction
Moderate (no grains)
Very high (70-80%)🏆
Fat Intake
Moderate
Limited
Fruit Allowed
Yes🏆
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Last updated: March 19, 2026Human reviewed
