How do you know your in Keto???

[Kilo]

I have been on CKD for 5 days now and have probably lost somewhere in the neiborhood of 6-7LBS. I really dont know for sure because I am a little backed up(if you know what I mean). I have to start taking some fiber.

But how do you know if you in Keto? Any help?

...a boiling pot of feet cabbage and ass.

Get some Keto stix if you're not confident to judge. Target sells 'em around me, I'm sure GNC or Vitamin Shoppe will have 'em or look online.

"My nuts is halfway up my ass, but other than that I'm perfect" -Gary from Weird Science

[Kilo]

How long does it usually take to get into ketosis?

[MightyMouse1]

I think you will find everyone is different here, i would suggest getting the testing strips like previously stated and maybe next time you will develop a feel for when your body goes into keto

[milkbone]

Yeah, you can find the ketostix at most drug stores. You may have to ask for them, sometimes they're not out on the shelf. They put them in the diabetic section of course, so start there.

How to tell without the strips: Urine smells strong and foul, bad breath, maybe feeling lethargic as you first enter. Keep in mind that there were plenty of times when I did CKD where the keto-stix didn't change color due to excessive water intake. They are helpful, but not the end-all-be-all to determining whether you're in ketosis. They sell ketone/glucose meters that are very reliable.

[Kilo]

Well im in keto. I am at the "large" section of the keto strip checker. Very good. Thanks for the info people.

[Sacklunch]

get some keto-stix bud

[Mr.X]

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Originally posted by Kilo:
How long does it usually take to get into ketosis?[/quote]

Usually 24-48hrs

the best way to go is to get a Ketone Meter (about $150) which will measure blood ketone levels - thus, giving you an accurate measurement of levels of Ketosis

Mr.X

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