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Originally Posted by VladtheImpaler
So... I am on my 4th week now. Lost 12 lbs, though that was not the goal, but I dont know that I am actually in proper ketosis... I am IF like before, and I have this suspicion that I lost weight just because I am naturally consuming less calories by cutting out pasta and bread. I dont feel like I have more energy. My carb/fat/protein balances have been good, though protein intake might actually be a bit high. Maybe i am just being pessimistic. I have been reading Mark Sissons and he says you need to do keto for 6 weeks and you dont really get into proper ketosis until after 3 weeks. We shall see i guess. My wife is bailing on me - she lost about 10 lbs and has no fat left.  I think she is just not enjoying food. I cannot say i am thrilled by it either, though will try to persevere.
Incidentally, Sussons says that cooked white rice eaten cold (such as in sushi rolls) is actually keto friendly, as it is not processed like a carb - not digested in the stomach and converted to sugar, but goes into the colon and feeds the gut biome. Says the same applies to russet potatoes eaten cold. Before I dive into research, anyone look into this? |
My recommendation would be stick to your plan and use your tools:
- use a calculator for your calorie intake. my goal was 1700/day
- use an app to track the calories
- use an app for your macro break down and stick to you distribution
- get ketone pee test strips. they aren't crazy accurate, but I used them accurately as an in or our of ketosis indicator
- eat awesome foods. I was eating like a king! so much good meats and veg with all the best fats and salts on them to flavor them up
- have some vodka/gin/tequila with lime/bitters and soda for rec drinking