Hi, I've been doing induction for about 5 days and have lost 4 lbs but I'm not in ketosis. I don't understand this. I don't have much of an appetite anymore so could it just be a calorie reduction? I think my carbs are up around 15-20 a day.

I'm not complaining mind you, but I would like to understand it. Thanks for any help!

If you are testing using the sticks, they are not always reliable.

Not having an appetite is a sign of ketosis. Also, if you drink lots of water, the ketones may be diluted to the point where they don't register.


Don't sweat it! You are losing! Don't worry, be happy!

Beth

my first 8 months on atkins i never went into ketosis but still lost over 100 pounds

It helps to know that I may never see the purple stix...I just won't worry about it. It really is amazing to not have an appetite. I was always just obsessed with what my next snack was going to be. I really fit the "B" profile and was even diagnosed with hypoglycemia a number of years ago; I actually went without sugar for two years after that, but gradually slid back.

Thanks for all the support!

OH MY GOSH.......i have been hypoglycemic for years till atkins