What is ketosis?
Ketosis is a type of metabolic state in which the human body relies on energy produced from fat instead of glucose from carbohydrates to carry out all of its essential functions. (1,2)
What does ketosis do?
the body becomes incredibly efficient at burning fat for energy (1)
the body turns fat into ketones in the liver, which can supply energy for the brain. (1)
How is ketosis produced?
It occurs when a person significantly reduces their consumption of carbohydrates, limiting the body’s supply of glucose. (1)
Following a ketogenic diet is the most effective way to enter ketosis. (1)
Generally, this involves limiting carbohydrate consumption to around 20 to 50 grams per day and filling up on fats. (1)
protein consumption must be moderate (1)
intermittent fasting can help a person enter ketosis faster (1)
How to determine if a human body is in ketosis?
Blood, urine, and breath tests are available, which determine weather the person has entered ketosis by measuring the amount of ketones produced by the body. (1)
What are the symptoms that a person may be in ketosis?
increased thirst (1)
dry mouth (1)
frequent urination (1)
decreased hunger or appetite (1)
How to maintain ketosis?
The body’s ability to maintain ketosis is dependent upon a lack of dietary carbohydrates. (2)
If a person consumes too many carbohydrates, the body reverts to using glucose for energy, thereby throwing the body out of ketosis. (2)
Resources
1. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/ketogenic-diet-101
2. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/is-sweet-potato-keto#ketosis
