What Is Keto Salmon?

Keta salmon are the species Oncorhynchus keta. "Keto" salmon may be a misspelling or refer to a particular diet.

  1. Keto vs. Keta

    • Keto salmon do not exist. Keta salmon are also known as chum or dog salmon.

    Oncorhynchus Keta

    • Oncorhynchus keta are one of the five species of Pacific salmon found in North America.

    Anadromous Fish

    • Keta salmon are anadromous fish, which means that they live mostly in the ocean and travel to freshwater to spawn.

    "Keto"

    • "Keto" may refer to salmon used as part of a ketogenic diet.

    Ketogenic Diet

    • A ketogenic diet is one rich in fats but low in carbohydrates. This diet is most commonly used as a treatment for epilepsy in children.