Ketosis diet
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I've been doing low carb and losing just the same as any other kind of diet I've ever done. I don't get all they hype. The weight has never fallen off of me...in fact, when I was doing strict atkins induction for a month I stayed the same weight..that is why I came here. Now I eat low carb and 1200 calories. I think it is the calorie restriction that is working for me.0
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I actually need to gain 10-20 lbs. Not looking to diet. Diets don't work.I've been doing low carb and losing just the same as any other kind of diet I've ever done. I don't get all they hype. The weight has never fallen off of me...in fact, when I was doing strict atkins induction for a month I stayed the same weight..that is why I came here. Now I eat low carb and 1200 calories. I think it is the calorie restriction that is working for me.0 -
I eat a high-fat diet. There are essential amino acids (protein) and essential fatty acids (fat). There is no such thing as an essential carbohydrate so glucose is NOT our preferred fuel source (http://www.marksdailyapple.com/a-metabolic-paradigm-shift-fat-carbs-human-body-metabolism/). I eat glucose so my body doesn't have to work at converting protein to glucose. I can increase my carbs for a day or so, then drop them and I'm in immediate ketosis. My body burns fat like crazy now.
Also, protein and fat are used for repair and growth so a good portion of the protein and fat calories you eat can't count as fuel (energy).
What would happen if your blood glucose reached 0?0 -
Own fact what would happen to you if you are left without oxygen. However to breath is a process that requires other essential ingredients which are less known. Sugar is one of those other essential ingredients. In other words if your blood sugar level reaches 0 you especially your brain cannot breath. So what would happen to you if you cannot breathNow what Lexii told you is 100 true you would be having a seizure long before that. When your sugar level is low it is as if you are not getting enough oxygen.0
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Yes I have. I am a Health and Fitness Teacher, Zumba Instructor and Personal Health and Diet Coach. It has to be done right to be healthy and you need to take alot of supplments to replace the simple carbs you can not take it... I have one client on my Controlled Ketosis diet and she feels amazing and lost 15 in two weeks. I call it controlled because it is healthy and good for you not like some of the others.
Can you tell me more about the supplements needed? I'm on my first week of keto and I don't want to be missing anything essential. I'm getting almost all of my carbs from veggies and nuts, but is there something else I need to do to go about this the healthy way?0 -
I love ketosis and low carb diets, I have lost ALL my weight from low carb. I find it much more restricting, which makes me stay on plan alot easier, none of the "oh I can fit this in" crap. So yeah, worked for me, 64lb in around 4 months.
You have a really cool ticker. *props to my low carb sibling*0 -
I did it and would NOT do it again... the weight came off but it was impossible for me to keep it up and I gained it all back after a year... even tho I always have eaten sensible. It's great if you want to loose for a special occasion but not great for long term - in my opinion
Unless you are diabetic. Then you make it work. I have no problem with it and I expect to be doing it for the rest of my life. 0 -
The problem with low carb diets are that although you lose an insane amount of weight, you gain it back as soon as you eat carbs again. If you maintain low carb for a period of months then you go into ketosis and burn fat but that takes a lot longer and you have no energy during it. There have also been links to heart problems and other health issues when diving into a low carb diet, hope this helps!! Let me know if you have any more questions
no, you don't.
you slowly introduce carbs back in to your diet as you get to your goal. UNLESS you go back to eating mainly junk food (or however you got fat in the first place) you won't gain at all.
it only days 3-7 days (for most people) to get into ketosis.
yes, carb flu sucks (the first few days) but once in ketosis you have amazing energy.
detoxing from carbs is what makes you tired.. not ketosis.
eating low carb actually makes you healthier.. but you can find 'studies' (if you can call them that) to say anything you want.
i can't think of a bad side effect from keto. it improves cholesterol, diabetes, can help wtih insomnia, anxiety, depression, seizures too!
oh ok, one bad side effect, stinky breath if you don't drink enough water.
please, know your facts before you spout bullcrap, thanks so much!0 -
The problem with low carb diets are that although you lose an insane amount of weight, you gain it back as soon as you eat carbs again. If you maintain low carb for a period of months then you go into ketosis and burn fat but that takes a lot longer and you have no energy during it. There have also been links to heart problems and other health issues when diving into a low carb diet, hope this helps!! Let me know if you have any more questions
no, you don't.
you slowly introduce carbs back in to your diet as you get to your goal. UNLESS you go back to eating mainly junk food (or however you got fat in the first place) you won't gain at all.
it only days 3-7 days (for most people) to get into ketosis.
yes, carb flu sucks (the first few days) but once in ketosis you have amazing energy.
detoxing from carbs is what makes you tired.. not ketosis.
eating low carb actually makes you healthier.. but you can find 'studies' (if you can call them that) to say anything you want.
i can't think of a bad side effect from keto. it improves cholesterol, diabetes, can help wtih insomnia, anxiety, depression, seizures too!
oh ok, one bad side effect, stinky breath if you don't drink enough water.
please, know your facts before you spout bullcrap, thanks so much!
^^^^THIS!!0 -
I just started eating this way on Tuesday (08/07/12) and already lost 5 lbs. I used keto stix to find that I've already hit a "medium" level of ketosis. Since I work out with a trainer 3 times per week, I am going to actually do a "cyclical ketosis diet". In summary, it's 5 days of low carb/high protein & fat. Then 2 days of high carb/low fat. Those two days are when you're not working out (for me, it will be Sat/Sun). During the high carb days, you can build up enough carbs to help fuel workouts during the other days.
This is my first try, so I'll see how it goes!0 -
consider watching the movie Fat Head, it's on netflix streaming and Hulu. go ahead and skip through to the 2nd half. it will explain a LOT... and it's what convinced me to go keto.0
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I just started eating this way on Tuesday (08/07/12) and already lost 5 lbs.
what you lost is water, because glycogen stores water.
when the glycogen goes back up, you'll gain that back.0 -
Anyone on the ketosis diet? I don't think I'm willing to try this one out. Any success stories from those of you on this type of diet?
You already look great! I thought Ketosis works better for those who have lots of body fat to lose...I could be wrong... 0 -
Thank you! My trainer/nutritionist asked me if I wanted to change my diet. He mentioned the ketosis so I just wanted some feed back from those of you who had tried it. I'm opting to maintain my current diet I think. I'm trying to gain weight and lots of muscle mass. Get down to 10% BF, currently at 15.2 and at a stand still.Anyone on the ketosis diet? I don't think I'm willing to try this one out. Any success stories from those of you on this type of diet?
You already look great! I thought Ketosis works better for those who have lots of body fat to lose...I could be wrong...0 -
The problem with low carb diets are that although you lose an insane amount of weight, you gain it back as soon as you eat carbs again. If you maintain low carb for a period of months then you go into ketosis and burn fat but that takes a lot longer and you have no energy during it. There have also been links to heart problems and other health issues when diving into a low carb diet, hope this helps!! Let me know if you have any more questions
Jesse Short
ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
But can't this be said about ANY "diet"?
I lost 100 pounds eating all things in moderation. I gained it back. Was it because i started eating moderate amounts doesn't work? Nope, it was because I started eating like a hog again.
I've lost 80 pounds eating low-carb. Would i gain it back if i started eating carbs? Not necessarily, as still as I'm in the proper calorie range.
However, I'm now diabetic. I'll now be eating low-carb for the rest of my life, regardless of my weight.0 -
Thank you! My trainer/nutritionist asked me if I wanted to change my diet. He mentioned the ketosis so I just wanted some feed back from those of you who had tried it. I'm opting to maintain my current diet I think. I'm trying to gain weight and lots of muscle mass. Get down to 10% BF, currently at 15.2 and at a stand still.Anyone on the ketosis diet? I don't think I'm willing to try this one out. Any success stories from those of you on this type of diet?
You already look great! I thought Ketosis works better for those who have lots of body fat to lose...I could be wrong...
15% body fat, my dream goal.0 -
@ albayin- you'll get there!0
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Thank you. Do you mind sharing a bit more about your workout routine, intensity, frequency and primary diet plan? I am so interested. I am at your starting weight right now.@ albayin- you'll get there!0 -
I sent a friend request. It's an insane amount of food and exercise to write it all out. It's easier for you to just look at my diary
Thank you. Do you mind sharing a bit more about your workout routine, intensity, frequency and primary diet plan? I am so interested. I am at your starting weight right now.@ albayin- you'll get there!0 -
I sent a friend request. It's an insane amount of food and exercise to write it all out. It's easier for you to just look at my diary
Thank you. Do you mind sharing a bit more about your workout routine, intensity, frequency and primary diet plan? I am so interested. I am at your starting weight right now.@ albayin- you'll get there!
Thank you my dear. I am sure I can learn a lot from a successful story like yours. 0 -
Yes, I know it's water - I read that it would happen and have been expecting it. It helped to further confirm that I've got some level of ketosis happening!0
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I just wanted to say that there is so much mis information about the Keto ( diet)...I am glad you spoke up !!
I am on a GI diet now...meaning ( slow carbs)...carbs that do not spike up your blood sugar ...but if eaten enough of the Low GI foods a person can have a stable blood sugar all day ! This means no craving and wanting to eat all the time. I feel so satisfied with my meals and get full fast. Sometimes I don't even feel want to eat a meal so I just have a snack instead. I listen to my body tell me what it needs. I also noticed when ever I look up anything online about the GI diet.....stuff about the Low carb diet shows up ?? They are different ! I eat lots of vegetables only they are low GI..they still have carbs only slower carbs and do not spike my blood sugar. I love this diet ! I used to do the Low fat, low calorie diet alone and it made me hungry all the time and I would give in a eat alot ( carbs )...after and hour or so I still felt cravings and hunger and thought of food !! I am on the GI diet and I have NO craving for anything...just feel satisfied all the time ! The meals I make on my own are so delicious and satisfying. I am pretty creative inventing recipes on my own. I have been on it only a few days now ( 4 )....I feel somewhat tired at times...but I get in a cardio workout 7 day a week...when my energy get a bit better I will start my weight training ( I do not want to get big muscles...just firm, tight muscles) I eat proteins but normal portions at meals and I eat fat...but healthy fats and in moderation and I eat my low GI fruits and veges. I feel healthy and if the first bit of weight loss is some water ..this is normal ..but I am losing fat with that also...and I am not much losing muscle as I get my protein and fat and will be doing my weight training once again soon......I really think the slight tired feeling is my body adjusting. One more thing..I test for Ketones ( as a guide only) so I can make sure I do not go to high on the results. I am about medium now. This GI diet is safe...the very low carbs are only in the beginning of this diet..( getting you started and switching your body to fat burn mode only) after this you increase your LOW GI foods in your diet slowly............... this diet is SAFE if you do it right and listen to your body. Moderation and common sense is the key. Also exercise is you want to lose weight...who wants to be thinner and flabby anyway ?? I want to be slim but fit , toned and
strong !! We need more accurate info on this diet and not speculations. Personal stories and experiences are the best.....they are very helpful..so keep sharing !! Good luck to everyone who is trying to get fit and loose the extra weight !!!!!0 -
Low carb is fine, but in any microbiology class we are taught that ketosis is not good for you. Sure you can lose weight with it, and pretty quickly too, but it's bad for your body and its really easy to gain weight back. If you're going to do the low carb thing, I suggest you at least have one day where you include carbs.0
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When y'all say the weight comes off fast.... How fast are you talking about? I have the last 10-20 to lose and am 24% Body fat right now... Wasn't sure how "fast" it'd come off if I did ketosis.0 -
These posts are from a few weeks back, would love to hear any good updates on weight loss here as well. How fast is it - can someone also give an example of 50g of carb a day. silly question I know
On holidays end of this month for 6 weeks, if I start this now, I can try to maintain it when I am away as it means eating well, not starving yourself but avoiding carbs..
I have never in my life dieted before. I would like to try this one. Am on a mission to shift this post pregnancy fat. So far all the weight loss has been through nursing, tasks and healthy eating. Now before holidays need to get things moving faster..
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These posts are from a few weeks back, would love to hear any good updates on weight loss here as well. How fast is it - can someone also give an example of 50g of carb a day. silly question I know
On holidays end of this month for 6 weeks, if I start this now, I can try to maintain it when I am away as it means eating well, not starving yourself but avoiding carbs..
I have never in my life dieted before. I would like to try this one. Am on a mission to shift this post pregnancy fat. So far all the weight loss has been through nursing, tasks and healthy eating. Now before holidays need to get things moving faster..
thanks
I would highly recommend that you try low carb if you're serious about making permanent changes. If you plan on going back to pasta and potatoes every day after you get to your goal, it most likely won't be sustainable.
Not to say you shouldn't try it out, though. I started this to lose weight (and it has worked for me before) but a couple of weeks in, my body just felt like it was working "normally." That's what has kept me on it. I don't feel bloated, tired, and gross anymore. I do feel I lost a lot of weight quickly (water, of course) but 6 months into this dietary change and I've slowed down quite a bit. I don't really care that much because I feel great!
You can check out my diary for what I eat every day (I hover between 15-30g daily) and friend me for support.0
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