Question:
How long should a person.....

remain in ketosis? I am a tad over 5 weeks out and drink tons of water but am in the highest ketosis. I don't want to damage my kidneys or liver.    — TP (posted on September 13, 2002)

September 13, 2002
I am almost 8 weeks out, and I am still in ketosis too. I do eat carbs...but I guess not enough to stop the ketones. On the color scale, mine has been on the darkest color for weeks. I do eat a lot of protein, and less carbs, the way we are supposed to, so I am not going to worry. My doctor also does not seem too concerned.
   — Shawnie S.

September 13, 2002
I didn't know staying in ketosis was potentially harmful. I was in ketosis big time for about the last four months, now I am in minimum ketosis. I might have to research this.
   — Lisa N M.

September 14, 2002
There are side affects of ketosis which can be dangerous- including high triglycerides. I had used the Atkins diet on and off for years, and did a lot of damamge, then I had pancreatitis 2 years ago. It is a long story, so if you are interested, please read my profile. Good luck to you.
   — kultgirl

September 16, 2002
How do you know how high of Ketosis you are?
   — margaret B.

September 16, 2002
Margaret, you can buy Ketostix to measure your ketones level at a pharmacy. My pharmacy, Longs Drugs, keeps their supply behind the prescription counter. I had to ask them where they were. They're not too expensive and they're interesting to watch change colors. I was in high ketosis until I hit my fourth month and started adding foods. I'm now at the minimum level. Little bit of a bummer.
   — Jennifer A.