[NicoleNYC]

I asked this on the FAQ board, but it doesn't seem to get a lot of traffic, so I'll give it a go here as well.

I know that I should aim to be in ketosis during induction and that it will take a few days to get there BUT - when I switch to ongoing weight loss, am I still trying to be in ketosis? Am I only adding in carbs as long as I stay in ketosis? I've checked the book and site and can't find an answer.

Also, on average, how long should I expect it to take to get into ketosis?

Thanks!

[dottiejon]

I usually get into ketosis in about 3 days.

You can stay in ketosis as long as it takes to lose weight! When you add in carbs, being in ketosis is a way of measuring if you are still burning fat for energy.

have fun,

dottie

[Froufie]

You can still be losing weight and not "showing" that you are in ketosis.

Check out the following for more information:
http://forum.lowcarber.org/showthrea...hlight=ketosis or
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...pic.php?t=3708

Good luck!

Froufy

[NicoleNYC]

Thanks! I'm going for all the info I can get!