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How many carbs should i eat daily to get into ketosis. i'm interested in a ketogenic diet. i'm not diabetic.

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Little to non: The ketogenic diet has some benefits on weight and lipid profiles but studies has shown it leads to elevated pro and inflammatory markers .Hence healthy reduction in calories , no processed food or sugar beverages and exercise is a better way

Answered 5/22/2015

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Dr. Saptarshi Bandyopadhyay answered

Specializes in Hospital-based practice

Depends on factors: Ketosis, when the body shifts from glucose 2 ketones as n energy source, depends on many factors like how much glc "reserve" was built up in the liver, & ur activities (energy in vs. energy out). A ketogenic diet, where 10-15% of cal r from carbs, takes anywhere from 3-14 days to deplete glucose stores. Genetic factors also play a role. Ketogenic diets r medically controversial except in epilepsy.

Answered 5/28/2018

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