Question:
Will I EVER go back into ketosis? What should I do?

I've been in ketosis at least twice since my LAP RNY surgery in September 2002. I guess I still don't understand, but is it silly to WANT TO be in ketosis? I've checked the library on this one and I, like so many of the other members on this site, still don't quite understand this "ketosis thing". Once again, I'm at another plateau~that's nothing new, but I'm still doing the SAME things I've been doing. I guess I'm to anxious, maybe? I've also noticed my blood pressure is a little higher than it is normally. I've been in the real normal range of between 100/75 to 120/65. If being in ketosis will help move the scales some, I guess I'll have to do whatever I can to make the ketosis show up, huh? Please help me understand this! I WANT to be in ketosis~that way, it will at least *register* in my head that I'm losing...PLEASE don't flame me for this. I don't know what I'm doing wrong. Anyone out there have any suggestions? Thank you for listening and I hope you try to understand. LAP RNY 265/160/115 Hadiyah McCutcheon, a.k.a.~~~~~    — yourdivaness (posted on May 19, 2003)

May 19, 2003
First of all, congrats on all the weight loss so far. As far as ketosis goes...I think there are a lot of misconceptions out there, but you know all of us eventually lose weight without being in constant ketosis, so I'm not sure getting there is going to solve all of your problems...but, if you really want to get there...cut out just about all carbohydrates for several (2-4) days and up your protein, exercise and water and that should do the trick. You can slowly add back carbs and monitor your ketosis level until you find the right balance.
   — eaamc

May 19, 2003
It is interesting that we had surgery the same month and have lost, within one pound, the same amount of weight. I couldn't tell you if I have ever been in ketosis. I wouldn't even know how to check. However, I am good at tracking my protein intake and total calories. It is all I do and I feel great. I believe that you are losing at a good rate and should pat yourself on the back. Don't fret about the ketosis, keep doing what you know is right and the rest will take care of itself.
   — Rhonda V.

May 19, 2003
hiya! basically your body takes the carbohydrates you feed it and uses those for energy, if you don't eat enough carbohydrates your body will burn ketones instead. for most women, eating less than 100 grams of carbohydrates daily will put your body into ketosis. you don't want to be in ketosis long term, i've read it can cause damage to your internal organs. at 10 weeks post op my surgeon wanted me to take in 100 g of carbs a day, effectively taking me out of ketosis. i've never counted my carbs or calories though i read labels and have an idea of how much i take in daily. when i hit plateaus (which are VERY NORMAL) i would increase my water intake, increase my protein intake and change my exercise routine. simple truth is: to lose weight you need to expend more calories than you take in... so change your routine around some. try swimming or aqua aerobics, take a yoga class...if you walk, try riding a bike instead... your blood pressure is fine (what you have listed on your post)... try to relax -- if you are eating properly, the weight will come off. {{hugs}} kate
   — jkb

May 19, 2003
Cut out the carbs. This will put you in ketosis. For more info, get the Atkins book which has detailed instructions on how to get in, then stay in ketosis. There's info on how to determine the level of carbs you personally can ingest and still stay in ketosis.
   — mom2jtx3