Anyone else using a HF/LC - Ketogenic lifestyle?

Hi Laura,
I'm trying the keto diet, and after initially losing 16 lbs (I started at 175 lbs), and cycling 3x/week doing 30-60km rides, I haven't lost a single pound. I am so frustrated! My carbs are usually below 30gms, and my total calories in the 1200 cal range - no cheating, and keto sticks show mild-moderate ketosis, I can't figure out what I'm doing wrong?!
Sue

I am doing it for medical reasons as well as for weight loss. I am 6 weeks in so far and enjoying it because the cravings that I have lived with all my life are gone. I think it is the right lifestyle for me. Whatever works and meets nutritional needs is what is best. That seems to be different for different people.
I lost loads in week one and two then I stayed the same for two weeks , then I started losing fast again. Stick with it if it suits you and see if the weight starts shifting again. It is normal to stay the same for periods of time on most plans. There are all sorts of reasons but if eating at a deficit the weight will go down sooner or later.
There is a group called Keto in MFP groups section. Do a search and you will find it if not already in it.

I am. I've lost about 10 pounds so far. I started exactly one month ago. Last night I had a carb-load for the first time and today at the gym I felt stronger with more endurance. I think I'll be doing carb-ups every 2-3 weeks now.

I started a low carb diet June 1st, then a couple of weeks later I learned about going ketogenic, and switched to that. I lost about ten pounds in the first 3 weeks, then stayed the same for a couple of weeks as I fine tuned my fat/carb/protein intake. Now, I'm steadily loosing about 1-2 lb a week keeping carbs under 50 g and protein below 100 g per day. No workouts other that walking 3 to 5 miles a day.

I discovered that when my weight was staying steady, I was overeating. Not sure yet if it was volume or protein. My main problem has always been that I eat too fast, or I feel that I need to eat everything on my plate, and that has been a hard habit to break. I have since found that if I start out with less, eat slower, and stop when I start to feel full, the LCHF approach works like a charm. Just keep my daily intake at or below my BMR, and I'm steadily loosing weight. I know this may not be the case for everyone, but it's what works for me.

Also, since going ketogenic most of the time, I feel more alert and focused, never bloated, no cravings, and am able to stay in total control when I am around foods that I was previously unable to resist. So, for me, ketogenic is the way to go, and it's the first diet/lifestyle I have ever tried that felt sustainable for the long term.

One last thing, is that my HDL went from 36 to 58 in about 45 days. Fasting triglycerides fell from 95 to 72, and Cholesterol stayed about the same at 150.

How many calories are you all consuming per day on the keto diet?

I am three weeks into a lchf lifestyle and believe I am in ketosis although I haven't tested. You asked about calories. I can say that the last few days I am having a really hard time eating enough calories. I have mine set for 1600 per day, but i still have 800 left for today. Eating fat has zapped a lot of my appetite.

I have been doing the HFLC lifestyle for 5 months. Have lost 34kg (about 75lb) since I started. Being a Type 3 diabetic with hypertension and high triglycerides, this is working very well for me. For the past month my weight loss was quite slower than the previous months, but I still have about 58kg to lose :sad: Didn't really change my eating habits in the past month, except for maybe having a bit too much protein in comparison with fat. Ironically, I didn't go over my calorie goals. Did experience extreme levels of stress however, so think that played a major role as well.

Since starting I have been able to halve my diabetes medicine, stopped taking a statin for the triglycerides (which are now NORMAL) and having an appointment with my GP for lowering or stopping my hypertension meds as well. Feel really much more healthy on my new lifestyle!

Edited: forgot to say I eat just under 1500 calories per day.

I have been trying to get started on hf/lc but struggle to come up with meals. I also find that I feel very tired and have no energy. Thought I should increase fat intake but not sure what to eat that thats high fat and not going to cause me to overdo the proteins?

The no energy thing is normal and should last about a week - if you can push through that, your energy will then sky-rocket, I promise. Fats to add to meals: butter, olive oil, coconut oil, mayo, avocado, almonds, cheese, bacon, heavy cream.

Here's my blog post about what to eat: http://www.butterisnotacarb.com/what-is-a-ketogenic-lifestyle/

Other great resources:
http://www.reddit.com/r/keto/wiki/faq
www.ibreatheimhungry.com
www.alldayidreamaboutfood.com
www.peaceloveandlowcarb.com

I have been trying to get started on hf/lc but struggle to come up with meals. I also find that I feel very tired and have no energy. Thought I should increase fat intake but not sure what to eat that thats high fat and not going to cause me to overdo the proteins?

The no energy thing is normal and should last about a week - if you can push through that, your energy will then sky-rocket, I promise. Fats to add to meals: butter, olive oil, coconut oil, mayo, avocado, almonds, cheese, bacon, heavy cream.

Here's my blog post about what to eat: http://www.butterisnotacarb.com/what-is-a-ketogenic-lifestyle/

Other great resources:
http://www.reddit.com/r/keto/wiki/faq
www.ibreatheimhungry.com
www.alldayidreamaboutfood.com
www.peaceloveandlowcarb.com

This is exactly what I was thinking. If you have chicken or whatever meat you're eating, add in fats like oil, butter, etc.

I eat HF/LC/keto!

ME!! And I've been looking for my people for weeks now! Hello!!!

There are keto and low carb groups to check out!