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madchemist36
02-03-2003, 05:13 PM
i started my keto diet today and i got some keto stix. i think i can be in ketogenic mode by the nite. i am taking 1000g ala with every meal. but how do i know that whats a good amount of ketones. cuz on the keto stix there is different levels. here are the levels. trace(5) small(15) moderate(40) large(80-160)
whats the level which i should be in. i did a test in the afternoon and i already have small amounts of ketones (think becuze of the ala)

so can some one reflect some light on this matter.

thanx

Iceburg
02-03-2003, 08:44 PM
Ketostix will allow you to gauge your level of ketosis. I would think somewhere between trace and moderate would be fine. See how you feel .. you may need a few carbs to survive.

Also, once your in ketosis, you could back down the ALA some - 500mg per meal - more if you loose will power.

Remember to keep fats high too when doing keto. Supplement with some omega faty acids. And an ECA helps to keep energy levels up .... I would recomend using those too.

madchemist36
02-03-2003, 11:07 PM
i am definilty hitting up the flax oil with every shake. i cook my chicken, eggs, and steak in olive oil i also add olive oil to the salads. so far i feel pretty aight. since the fat is high i dont really feel low energy.