How Do You Know If You are In Ketosis?

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If you are not new to the ketogenic lifestyle, then you already know how to test to see if you are in ketosis.  If you are new to keto, you may be wondering how you know if you are in ketosis.  You will be happy to learn that it is quick and easy to test your urine for ketones...and the test strips are super-cheap.  I just recently bought a jar of 100 test strips for $8.99 on Amazon.  Here is what I bought:


What I really liked about this product is that a coupon for a free box of strips was included in what they sent.  You can't beat that!

Here are some other signs to look for in order to tell if you are in ketosis:
1. Weight Loss
2. Decreased appetite
3. Mental Clarity
4. Your urine smells funny
5. Your breath smells fruity
6.  "Keto Flu" - If you are new to keto, your body may revolt against you at first.  Rest assured that it will pass and you will feel great when it does.  Don't give up too soon because you feel lousy.  It will pass.

Now that I have been doing this for a while, I find that I know when my body is in ketosis and when it is not based on how I feel.  I still test regularly...2-3 times a day....but I typically know without seeing the results from a test strip.  It just feels good to see the proof that you are doing it right.

KetoRunningMama

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