Most people will get into ketosis after 2-3 days, as long as the diet is followed correctly eating 75% fat, 20% protein, and 5% net carbs every day.
“But wait… How do I even know if I’m in ketosis?”
I get asked this sort of thing all the time. And I totally get it.
Especially when you’re new to a ketogenic diet, how are you supposed to know if you’re actually reaping all the amazing fat-burning benefits.
Well, there are actually a few ways. And they’re all super easy.
Some physical signs may include:
- Smelly Acetone Breath
- Loss of Appetite
- Dry Mouth
- Increased Urination
If you want to know for sure there are three general testing methods:
- Urine Test: I have always just used the urine test. They are ketone test strips that you pee on. They are by no means an exact measuring method but are the simplest and cheapest version of testing your ketone levels.
- Blood Test: The blood test is by far the most accurate! But also the most expensive. I recommend the Precision Xtra device.
- Breath Test: The breath test is a fairly reliable method.