The Banting diet is a low-carb, high-fat eating plan based on principles developed by William Banting in the 1860s.

It focuses on eliminating or significantly reducing carbohydrate intake, especially sugars and starches, while emphasizing protein and healthy fats.

The diet is often associated with the concept of ketosis, a metabolic state where the body burns fat for energy instead of carbs.

Key aspects of the Banting Diet:
Low-Carb and High-Fat:
The core principle involves significantly reducing carbohydrates and increasing the intake of healthy fats.

Foods to Eat:
Emphasizes protein sources like meat, fish, eggs, poultry, and dairy, as well as healthy fats like avocado, butter, ghee, and cream.

Foods to Avoid:
Includes grains, added sugars, processed foods, and certain starchy vegetables.

Phased Approach:
Some versions of the Banting diet, like the one popularized by Tim Noakes, are divided into phases, each with specific dietary guidelines and goals.

Mindful Eating:
The diet emphasizes paying attention to hunger and fullness cues rather than simply eating to finish a plate.

Weight Loss:
The diet is often used for weight loss, with the reduction of carbohydrates leading to increased fat burning.

Potential Health Benefits:
Some proponents claim that the diet can improve metabolic health, reduce inflammation, and promote sustainable weight loss.

Safety Considerations:
Long-term safety and potential risks of low-carb diets, including impacts on lean body mass and bone health, require further research, according to Good Food.

Historical Context:
William Banting, an English undertaker, developed a low-carb diet in the 1860s to address his obesity and related health issues.

He wrote a booklet, "Letter on Corpulence, Addressed to the Public," which popularized the diet and its principles.
The term "banting" became associated with this weight-loss method and later evolved into a verb.

In modern times, South African scientist and professor Tim Noakes has popularized a version of the Banting diet, often referred to as "Banting 2.0," which includes a phased approach and a wider list of permitted foods.

I became very familiar with Banting over the last couple of years. Many South Africans with good diabetes control numbers are doing Banting.

Yes, it is another modified epilepsy diet, like keto.

Not far from my ultralow net carb right eating lifestyle.

And yes I go into ketosis regularly. 2-3 times a week.

I usually break the ketosis quickly, by eating a serving of fruit. Occasionally I will let the ketosis persist for 2-3 days before breaking the cycle.

I’ve never heard of it but I agree with Nan22 it sounds very much like the keto diet.

I don’t know what that is