The ketogenic diet is widely known to help in weight loss. If you are using this diet to lose weight, you might be wondering, and for how long should I expect to see results? Bodies are different, getting a perfect answer to your question might be close to impossible. This article will, however, help you understand the connection between keto and weight loss. Read on
People Are Different
First of all, I want you to understand that bodies are different. What worked for your friend might not work a single bit for you. Individual weight loss rates vary depending on factors discussed below:
Health
What is your current health situation? Are you diabetic, overweight, suffering thyroid problems, is your metabolism slow or fast? Overall body health plays an important role in weight loss. For example, if your metabolism rate is slow, your weight loss process might be slower than normal. And that is okay.
Daily Habits
Your routine habits can break or make your weight loss journey. What do you eat, junk or clean keto foods? Are your working out? Are you watching out for hidden carbs in your diet? The energy spends and the quality of food taken affect weight loss more than you can imagine.
Consumption
What is BMI, what is your muscle mass? How much fat do you have? People with excess weight tend to lose weight faster in the beginning.
The Individual Fat Adaptation Period
When losing weight on keto, your body needs time to become fat adapted. This depends entirely on your metabolism. If for instance, your body has never run out of ketones before, your adaptation might take longer. You can only experience weight loss from ketone effects when your body is only running on ketones. To achieve faster, you need to stay focused and consistent on healthy eating. Stick to keto friendly foods only. Treat keto as a lifestyle, not simply a diet.
Keto Weight Loss Mistakes
Not Being in Ketosis
This is very common. People come out of ketones without realizing it. If you stop keeping track of your ketone levels, you will fall out of ketosis without your knowledge. Among the main reasons why people do not see weight loss on keto is because they are no longer in keto.
Not Looking out for Hidden Carbs
Some foods contain more carbs than you imagine. Consuming such foods exceed your maximum daily carb expectations hence interfering with your weight loss efforts.
Not Checking How the Body Reacts to Dairy
Some bodies tolerate dairy products so well while others cannot stand them. It is important to find out where you stand. Some products like whey proteins and yogurt might boost your insulin levels kicking you out of ketosis.