The keto diet can be a great tool to boost your wellbeing, so don't let the
idea of keto flu scare you away from trying it.
We'll be running through ways to avoid keto flu in this article (and how to get
rid of keto flu if you do have it).
There's no scientific
definition of keto flu, but it's often described as flu - like symptoms that start soon after a person cuts carbohydrates largely out of their diet.
Certain folks who do everything by the book and follow every bit of good advice may still get a few
symptoms of the keto flu.
The symptoms
of Keto Flu start as you begin to restrict your carbohydrates and enter into a state of ketosis.
Many people initiating a Ketogenic Diet have experienced some
degree of Keto Flu or Low Carb Flu.
Include it in your diet to help
stave of keto flu and keep your immune system in top shape.
You can easily counteract these effects
of keto flu by replenishing electrolytes.
KetoDiet Buddy - Easy Macro Calculator for the Ketogenic Diet If you eat bananas and fruit high in sugar, you are likely eating too many carbohydrates and that's why you may still be experiencing
symptoms of keto flu (I have more about keto flu here: «Keto - flu» and Sufficient Intake of Electrolytes) Although I won't recommend a very low - carb diet to everyone (I myself eat 30 - 50 g net carbs), you may be eating too many carbs.
So, if you feel lethargic, or experience other keto flu symptoms, do what needs to be done in the
case of keto flu.
Salts will help to regulate insulin levels in the body, and through that reduce common side -
effects of the keto flu, such as headaches, moodiness, and dizziness.
But if you're already suffering the symptoms
of keto flu or low carb flu it's not too late to incorporate some measures.
The symptoms
of Keto Flu / Low Carb Flu usually occurs in the first two weeks of a person beginning a ketogenic diet and entering into ketosis.
Be sure to drink a lot of water during this period to stay hydrated to eliminate some of the symptoms
of Keto Flu.
2) Make sure you are getting enough electrolytes during the first several weeks to reduce symptoms
of keto flu.
Adapting to your diet and getting into ketosis can feel like flu: tiredness, fatigue, stomach pains and dizziness are some common symptoms
of keto flu.
One of the most important things to consider when it comes to preventing and alleviating symptoms
of keto flu is your electrolytes intake.
You should drink water even if you don't feel thirsty and I'd recommend increasing liquids during the keto - adaptation to minimize symptoms
of keto flu.
Exercise when you're feeling the symptoms
of Keto Flu may seem like a horrific idea.
I ask because those are generally symptoms
of keto flu, which hits you while your body is going into ketosis, but passes.
One serving will provide a good amount of electrolytes - sodium, magnesium and potassium - all of which are important during the initial phase of the ketogenic diet and help you avoid the symptoms
of keto flu.