{"id":3148,"date":"2022-02-07T04:57:44","date_gmt":"2022-02-07T04:57:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.go-keto.com\/?page_id=3148"},"modified":"2024-02-18T13:40:50","modified_gmt":"2024-02-18T13:40:50","slug":"what-to-expect-when-you-are-fasting-on-a-ketogenic-diet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.go-keto.com\/en\/academy\/what-to-expect-when-you-are-fasting-on-a-ketogenic-diet\/","title":{"rendered":"What to expect when you are fasting on a Ketogenic diet?"},"content":{"rendered":"

We often hear that the ketogenic diet mimics the metabolic workings of fasting. It is true! And it is for this reason that it is very effective and easy to fast when you are keto-adapted.\u202f\u202fBut your body\u2019s reactions will be different for you if you are a fat burner (i.e. keto-friendly) or if you are a sugar burner!\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Glycemia<\/span><\/b>
\n<\/span>During fasting, your blood sugar will tend to be lower, which is a very common drop. As long as it is stable, and accompanied by sufficient ketonemia, it is not problematic at all. It is a normal reaction of the metabolism, because as you eat, you consume the little sugar present in the blood.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What to expect?<\/span><\/b>
\n<\/span>In fasting as in intermittent fasting, one often observes glycemia around 3.3-3.9 mmol \/ L. It may even be lower in some cases.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Be careful, however: It is important to monitor your blood sugar levels throughout the fast. Because for some people, after a few days, blood sugar can get out of control, and start to rise again. Fasting levels that are too high indicate that the body is becoming catabolic again.\u202f This means it burns less fat, and engages in gluconeogenesis (it breaks down amino acids in your muscles). It is then best to stop fasting and resume it later, when your blood sugar has stabilized.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To make sure your fat loss, as well as your health, is optimal during the fast, you should measure your levels. You can use a blood glucose and ketonemia meter such as the\u202fGK Dual, one of the most reliable in its readings, and the easiest to use.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Ketonemia<\/span><\/b>
\n<\/span>For ketonemia, it is very common to see it increase during the fast.\u202fAfter a few days, it can rise above the 1.7-3.2 mmol \/ L range, and stabilize between 4 and 5 mmol \/ L.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The reason for this is very simple: when you fast, you tend to eat less. Your body senses this change of pace. Also, preventively, it breaks down more fatty acids, and produces more ketone, just in case your metabolism needs it. Rest assured, it\u2019s normal, it\u2019s healthy, and it\u2019s a preventive mechanism in your body! If you\u2019re still of young age, consider\u202frefilling blood sugar\u202for\u202fketonemia strips\u202fso you don\u2019t break down along the way!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The sensation of hunger<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

During the fast, and especially during a classic fast,<\/span>\u202f<\/span><\/b>your feelings of hunger may disappear.\u202fIf blood sugar is stable, and ketone production is sufficient,<\/span>\u202f<\/span><\/b>your body can draw on its stored fat stores to provide fuel for your body. You do not then have to urgently take food!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you still feel hungry in the last hours of your fast, but are unable to eat at the time, it will be very helpful to use MCT oil.\u202fOf course, you break the fast, but you then consume a fuel that is converted very quickly into energy and that your body does not (or little) store.\u202f<\/span>MCT oil<\/span><\/b><\/a>, and especially\u202f<\/span>the Ketosene formula of Go-Keto<\/span><\/b><\/a>\u202fbrings you energy, stimulates the metabolism, without generating fatty acid storage. This allows you to extend your fast by several hours while having energy and continuing to burn fat.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Fat oxidation
\n<\/strong>All metabolisms are different, and it is not possible to predict the extent to which your metabolism is capable to burn fat with fasting or intermittent fasting.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, to ensure optimal fat burning, you need to keep an eye on your blood levels and your perceptions. To ensure that your body burns fat properly:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n