KETOSIS: Different Level of Ketones

[@ronaldfraley3320]

Great video I need to know the levels of ketosis thanks. I have been on omad for about 6 months and my blood readings are between 75 to 95 with 1.2 to 2.5 ketones. I have lost around 50 pounds. I also have type 2 diabetes and prostrate cancer. I feel better than I have for the last 30 years. I am 70 years old. Thank you so much for all of your videos. I feel they have saved my life.

[@Mrbarryofhollywood]

How are u these days

[@felicianoacevedo1347]

Good ready for my morning run

[@johnlynch9293]

>0.5 nutritional ketosis 1-3 optimal ketosis 3-5 therapeutic ketosis 5-8 fasting ketosis >8 warning zone

[@amandawilliams2266]

What does to high mean ? How can I lower mine ? Mine are high and I'm not even trying

[@AtteR04]

​@@amandawilliams2266How high?

[@AmyH-gq1gv]

Thank you! I needed this. My ketones are only ever between 1 & 2. I was thinking I was doing something wrong. However, I am losing weight I just thought if my ketones were higher I’d lose more weight faster. Now I know I’ll stick to my levels. It’s working for me. Thank you! Your videos are extraordinarily helpful!!!

[@DrMindyPelz]

Thanks for watching @AmyH-gq1gv - You're doing great work 🙌 😃

[@richardayala4356]

Dr. Boz (Dr. Annette Bosworth, MD) is a great source for battling cancer through fasting and the Ketogenic Diet, as she worked with her mother in overcoming Cancer, and uses a protocol she developed in fighting cancer. You can find her on KZbin as well. Just an FYI.

[@provost5752]

Yeah Doctor Boz is a actual medical doctor not a chiropractor like this lady.

[@emmanuelking9988]

Thank you so much Dr. Mindy, you are a great educator! I've searched dozens of videos and yours was the only one that explained Ketone levels, clearly and uncomplicated yet detailed 👍🙏

[@JuliePoole]

Thanks so much for all your information. I started keto last week, researched and eased into it gently. Had some issues with stomach due to no gallbladder and too much dairy, but lost 4 pounds in first 4 days, inflammation gone and loads more energy. One of your team advised MCT, which I got. I also swapped dairy for goats butter. I avoided keto flu by following the advice of lots of water, extra salt and magnesium. Yesterday my ketone level was 1.4, yay, but today (day 8) it went up to 3.8. Panic! I worried that it was too high, but after watching this video I feel more reassured. It seems my liver may be just healing now that the carbs and years of excessive wine have gone and my body is in ketosis. Sadly my weight has stayed static for the last 4 days, despite being fully in ketosis. I’ll see if it all settles down. If not, I may book in for a consult with you.

[@debbiedrmindy1338]

Hi Julie, Good for you taking control of your health! Please note we cannot give medical advice on this platform. It is for education. If you want more in depth understanding, join Dr Mindy's Reset Academy here - resetacademy.drmindypelz.com/ THose are not dangerous levels of ketones.. It would need to be near 16, question the level if it gets to 8.0.

[@don-ent8272]

I'm doing keto IF and OMAD, my ketone is between 2.0-3.0. I really feel comfortable and great in this range.

[@danielaguilar9913]

That’s awesome. I used to do the same thing, question... have you tested your ketone levels after your Omad meal? Does it go down? I want to stay deep into ketosis even after a meal. Could you give me some feedback

[@Peekaboo-Kitty]

@@danielaguilar9913 Keto levels ALWAYS go down after you eat. Food always kicks you out of Ketosis because your body has food coming in which it can now use.

[@DeepakKumar-cd8ny]

I easily reached the theraputic level of ketosis of 3.4 mmol/L with the carnivore diet. I just eat bacon and eggs twice a day. If I am too lazy to cook, I just have a can of sardines. It is very easy, I don't even exercise and have to kind of force myself to eat because of how not hungry I am.

[@kassrripples3659]

Thank you. I am located in Tomball Texas and every day try to “study” 2-3 hours on this topic that I’ve become passionate about. I’m currently taking the PreKureMe program with the PreKure team in NZ from my home (phone and laptop). But I watch you tube presentations often if I am out walking or doing housework.

[@paulameads1207]

Thank you so much for this video. I’ve been so confused about what the different ketone levels mean. Very helpful 👍

[@esoteric.breadcrumbs.]

Just started testing my ketones and it was really informative to how much carbs I can and/or need to add. I added a small amount of carbs that my body was craving and I felt so much better and stayed in ideal ketosis.

[@jamiepatton9334]

I've been wanting this for so long!! Thank you Mindy! Ketone variation drives me nuts at times chasing numbers I think I should have....I personally feel pretty keto clear in a range from 1.5-2.5...but man, it gets hard to stay there when you have been in ketosis for a long time... it seems harder for me to maintain that range.

[@Connercathy8]

I have been in ketosis for a year now and I have a very hard time reaching even 1.0. This week I am doing the resetters for a 5 day fast to see if I can get unstuck. Staying in is very hard for me also.

[@renataholicova6021]

I eat zero carbs and I am not able to get to the range of 1.0!!!!! Very frustrating!

[@whatta1501]

You need to lower your protein and go higher on fat. You have to get fat adapted first. It took me a long time to figure this out, years. Then maybe you can fast.

[@alicefaye4579]

I completed a 72 hour sardine fast (with the third day eating only 3 oz of sardines with skin and bones), and the next morning my blood sugar was 90 mg/dL and my ketones were 1.5. My sardine was followed by a water fast. 24 hours into the water fast, my morning blood sugar was 80 with 3.2 mMol ketones. This morning, my BG was 77 mg/dL and ketones were 4.2 mMol. I couldn’t make it to the 48 hour fast because I felt so weak, so I ate. 2 hours later my BG was 102 with ketones at 5.3! I was scared so I looked up this video and am thankful to know I’m in a safe zone! Thank you Dr Mindy!

[@minakianrad812]

Thank you so much Dr.Mindy. Deeply grateful for your vides and education. God Bless and much Love to you.

[@maritzaatkinson8337]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge to help us understand what the ketone levels are

[@DrMindyPelz]

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[@310jacklee]

Thank you for this video. I was a little confused looking up ketone levels. But I knew finding dr Mindy, she would answer my concerns. I’m attempting to do a 21 day fast. Im currently on day 6 and my ketone level is 4.7. I felt great up to today. felt a little keto flu on day 4 and 5 otherwise great. Not hungry and had energy. But today I feel sleepy with my ketone at 4.7. I have the keto mojo as well. I may stop at day 10 but we will see. Thanks Dr Mindy!

[@FransceneJK98]

You don’t have to do longer than 3 day fasts to get into fasting ketosis. I started getting that range under 3 days of fasting. I broke my fast and I’m still at 80mg/dl and I’m healthy, not diabetic. Idk why it won’t go down. I eat a low carb diet. Nobody talks about what to do when HEALTHY people get into that “warning zone.”

[@Peekaboo-Kitty]

First time I did Ketosis my levels were 8.0. I was shocked it was so high but I'm glad it was!

[@DrMindyPelz]

Please work with your doctor with ketone levels that high

[@HeavenNY]

@@DrMindyPelz I think they are talking about the strips. If you get to the fourth color the bottle says it’s 80.

[@pjmiller3770]

@@DrMindyPelz I reached 7.6 mmol/L with the Resetter 72 hr water fast this past week (January 2025) and really freaked out! I was at hour 56. I ate an avocado when it was getting to 5.5 and added an Evolved keto cup when it was 6.0. I figured it would start going down but it did not! It did not start coming down till I also ate a cup of bone broth. Knowing that 8 was approaching danger zone I felt I had no other option than to bail on the fast. My glucose (both ketones and glucose measured with KetoMojo GK+) never read below 61 and I felt fine tho I got a bit tachycardic when I started to panic. Would it have continued to go up? Would I have become ketoacidotic if my glucose remained low? I'm now debating whether I can safely fast. My diet is primarily LCHF/keto/carnivore so went into the fast already pretty fat adapted. Trying to understand and have been looking for answers and just found this video today.

[@Steve-hk2yr]

Very helpful. Great video & best explanation on these different levels. keep it up.

[@kerstinklee9828]

At 0:30 you talk about getting the blood sugar down to the lowest and about what‘s a safe range . What IS a safe range ? The information would really help me !! Thank you so much !! I Love what you do ❤❤❤

[@DrMindyPelz]

In terms of blood sugar, a safe range typically refers to maintaining levels within a healthy range to avoid complications. For fasting blood sugar, a general target range is between 70 and 100 mg/dL (3.9 and 5.6 mmol/L). However, it's important to note that target ranges may vary depending on factors such as individual health conditions and goals, so it's advisable to consult with a healthcare professional to determine the specific safe range that suits your needs. They can provide personalized guidance based on your unique circumstances and health markers.

[@kerstinklee9828]

@@DrMindyPelz thank you so much !! ❤️

[@Rustybucket303]

Ketosis and Epilepsy, would love to hear your take on it. .

[@helenstewart4534]

What is 3.0 if you are using strips that show colors

[@Marina-vu2vi]

I also like to know, cuz mine just say +- , +,++, and +++

[@KetoCaveMan]

Ex type 2 here. Fasted a total of almost 30 days accumulated since January. I'm on day 6 of 7 day water fast and my ketones are 7.1 according to my mojo meter. Last 7 day fast I was 5.8 on the final day. How high can I go without worrying. I'm doing these fasts to reverse insulin resistance. Glucose is 98 at measuring time.

[@AbhishekKumar-ce3fs]

Same happened to me. But I eat everything but in moderation. I do lots of running & outdoor Excersise. My Ketosis level is 7.6 & Fasting Glucose is 99. Don't understand.

[@Jagski1964]

I was at 0.5 5 days ago. My blood sugar rose over the past few days but my ketones went down to 0.2! I’ve been doing everything by the book!

[@DrMindyPelz]

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[@mariejones7136]

@@DrMindyPelz Im so upset..I had keytones of 0.7 ..glucose was in seventies or 85..I was on a 40 hour water fast but I did have some coconut water...I woke up and did my blood test and my glucose was 85 and my keytones back down to 0.2...what happened?..Not for weight loss but Im a cancer survivor and want to stay that way.

[@mariejones7136]

same thing happened to me..

[@shamsherdhariwal9023]

Excellent knowledge given

[@DrMindyPelz]

🙌💙

[@sandrapetro3047]

What about Dr Atkins ? I was only 12 but his book was the only source for learning about low carb and ketosis There were no special foods available, so I was eating carnivore I did an experiment and ate bacon all day for 2 weeks with no other foods, and I lost 10 pounds ! Of course I went back to greens and protein and fat and loss another 15 pounds the next month There was a chapter on maintenance So I continued until I learned fasting, and now I follow you!

[@DrMindyPelz]

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[@stephenbrown5045]

I tried keto for a few weeks, I was eating one meal a day, probably at quite a deficit and my ketones jumped to 8. I couldn't find out how to reduce it, or really anything about what factors influence the numbers, and can't talk to a professional in the UK as the NHS don't support it. No longer doing keto because I can't find the info to understand it fully

[@giribt]

Did you notice blood sugar level going along with Ketone level >8 i.e., warning zone when fasting? I don’t think so. So I want to check with you based on what you saw.

[@elbarodriguez9368]

I love you, so glad I get to experience and educate myself through your channel thank you! This is so HELPFUL I needed this information to evaluate where I need to be after being fat adapted living on a keto genetic lifestyle!

[@rhondabaker7611]

This is a great video. My ketones are 1.2 - 2.1, BS 75 - 98, and my weight loss has stalled for 2 weeks. I'm eating carnivore (not hungry) and eating within an 8 hr window. Some days only 2 meals/day in 8 hrs. How do I get my body to start burning fat? I appreciate any information, thank you!

[@doralouca1116]

So if I'm stuck on 0.2, 0.3 ketones even with a longer fast 24hr or 36hr, does this mean I should check toxicity? Thanks for any advice

[@goldcat7580]

Hi there, thanks for all the amazing info. Can it be more difficult to get into ketosis during manifestation stage or with a history of eating disorders? Thanks

[@CarlMainhart]

I've been doing low carb/carnivore for 3 months and have lost 25 lbs and yesterday I had labs and my A1C was 4.9 but for some reason my urine showed I had a level of 80 mg/dL for ketones. Is this bad? Why is it so high?

[@elizabethpeterson8597]

Question, as I become more metabolically flexible, will I be able to achieve a deeper state of ketosis? So far, even with prolonged water fasting of 5-6 days my highest level of ketones (measured by a KetoMojo) was in the 3.1-3.3 range. And usually it's not that high, more like between 1.5 and 2.5. And, it takes me about until day 3 to get my ketones up over 1.2 (measured with a KetoMoJo). When I started in April my A1C was 10.9 and now it's 7.1. I'm just wondering if as insulin resistance continues to lessen achieving ketosis during extended water fasts will become easier. TIA.

[@Od.3056]

I did 4 days of waterfast and still are at 2.9 ketones and 4.1 glucose. And still feel tired and not great at all. I am affraid ro refeed and need to go through this fase again. (15 kg overweight)

[@felicianoacevedo1347]

I got diabetes in fasting my ketosis is under .5 on the middle of day and over 1.2

[@OsvaldoQuirogaCDV]

Could be interesting to hear from you the relation glucose and ketones (GKI) to see the benefits of ketosis.

[@_einodmilvado]

Yes

[@mindyourownbusiness9298]

❤❤❤ Thanks Dr Mindy. Love Mork. 😉🎩💪🙏 btw my Mum is now watching you and will probli be joining your #Resetters group too.. 🔮🏡

[@sierraseb3311]

Your ketone numbers are measured by “mM” but you don’t explain what mM is. My ketone testing strip color code scale uses mg/dL Are they the same thing? Does 5 mg/dL = 5 mM? Thank you.

[@gucciletta]

Hello Dr. Mindy & Teams, really grateful for what you all have accomplished, I have fallowed instructions of the two of your books and also 60% of your videos from this summer. Just today, I have a question: I've just broke my 88hrs fast because my ketone level is shown "HI" on the ketomojo, but my blood sugar is normal (78mg/dL) I found no videos nor text instructions on the internet addressing this kind of situation. So I'm here asking if anyone in the community can help me on this, thanks a lot!!!

[@DrMindyPelz]

This will helps you understand more about this - resetacademy.drmindypelz.com/opt-in-2a546455-99a4-4f71-9206-b46640042587

[@gucciletta]

@@DrMindyPelz Thank you so much for your answer!! I've already download this file the day when I start using ketomojo 🙂 That's also why I broke my fast immediately following your instructions, I cannot express how deeply grateful I am of your books and your videos that accompanied me through out this journey, especially I'm in France, where most of the people condemn fasting (my doctor told me that). But, still, I would like to know if it's possible in the future that you address a bit in detail and insight about the situation that I had (blood sugar normal but ketone's too high)?

[@DrMindyPelz]

Yes, ketoacidosis, it is rare but when you fast longer it can happened. 🙂

[@gucciletta]

Thank you so much for your answers @@DrMindyPelz I'll love to join in your academy when the time is right for me

[@daileypractice]

My ketone air blower measures in ppm, how do I convert?

[@lbee8247]

I can't find the link to diet/ meals variation

[@Daniel_CKG]

Thank you very much, perfect explanation!

[@michaelevans8267]

Thank you dr. Mindy help me out a lot made me understand

[@mahlianeville4395]

I'm always between 1 and 3 , been that for 12 months and still haven't lost any weight 😒

[@anewlifestirring]

I have been advised to try a ketogenic diet a year ago for neurological pains linked with Lyme disease and perhaps improving immunological processes involved The results have been spectacular with an easy ketosis between 1-2, OMAD, 25 kg weight loss, easy workouts, muscle regain and reversal of a T2D with normal HbA1C and fasting sugar around 110 Having reached my weight goal I have been cautiously introducing low GI carbs and some fruits Over the last months an antibiotic treatment has been reconsidered for my Lyme and I chose disulfiram that is being experimented To my surprise I discovered that disulfiram induces acetaldehyde production that had hidden my lowering ketosis, missed by my semiconductor alcool detector as alcohol or ketone whilst my blood ketones had lowered to 0,1-0,5 , fatigue, myalgia and joint pains intensified without knowing if it is a Herxheimer reaction or a side effect of disulfiram or simply the reintroduction of carbs. After 3 weeks I stopped disulfiram which is also a possible source of hypothyroidism I would be happy to have insights about interaction between disulfiram and ketosis. I plan to raise my ketosis to 1,0-3,0 mmol/l

[@janaustin9724]

I still don't understand the keto levels. One minute I was 6 an hour later 2. Is there a chart I can download to understand what each number means. Thanks Jeanette uk

[@DrMindyPelz]

Please see this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5O5eKltZtmij7M

[@debbiebeck4986]

My reader check urine. I don't know how it transfers to mmol.

[@lornahowerton1379]

Can your gki be used for coronary artery calcification ?

[@zaigagasparovica5786]

I was doing my first 3 day water fast. 2 days was excelent, i felt good, my ketons were 4, blood G was stable low , at 2 nigt i had headache, i felt my hart beating, at morning my ketons were 13. So question is- how i can stop that to happen? And how to break up fasting when ketons are so hi? I slowly started with bone broth, then probiotics, prebiotics and protein in about 4 hours, all day my cetones were in range 10-11, i had terrible headache. At eavning my ketons are 0.5 , i feel me ok, but i think it took too much time to get aout of that condicion. Maby there is some video about this theme? I did'nt find🙃 Thank you🤗

[@DrMindyPelz]

Hi Zaiga Gasparovica, Learn more with a consultation! Schedule at this link: bit.ly/38HITjX

[@Ina-it9jn]

Hello dear Dr. Mindy, my ketones Level after 36 h fast was more than 18, blood sugar was 80. I do not have diabetes. Is this very bad and why? I found my sleep to be very bad and I woke up around 2:30 am...😢

[@Rachel_AllThingsFoster]

This is SUPER HELPFUL!! Thank you 🙏!! ❤

[@Eric-ye5yz]

How do you measure Ketones ???

[@kimharper6145]

In in th)e fasting at 6.7, however I've not been fasting. I've been on a High Fat and low carb diet for 11 days. I'm now concerned and trying to get out for a while. I did a post in the Resetter Group page. I'll watch your diet variation video next. Should I be worried? I am T2D, and on this Phase (chalene's Phase It Up) my blood sugar has been incredible,even fasting is now below 100.

[@krh7150]

what if my keto is at 8, and glucose 68, at 48 hours into fasting? should I stop? just a little lightheaded, and feel hunger rush every couple of hours.

[@missionjubilee]

I am intrigued by your book collection but cannot read the titles. Which do you recommend? Do you have a recommended book list available on a pdf?

[@thomasjensen6243]

My ketone level is very unstable....jumps around from 2.2 to 4.8.

[@debbiebeck4986]

I check urine ketones. It's around 40 mg/dL when fasting.

[@DrMindyPelz]

Remember that the ketones you are measuring are the ones leaving your body in your urine.

[@angelicacapriles7264]

Dr Mindy, I really need your advice. Ketone numbers had been good throughout September but yesterday bs went from 101 / ketone 2.4 to 93 / 1.3. Ketone went down instead of up. Today though fasting BS 110. Ketone 0.4 and before first meal BS 103 and Ketone stayed the same. Why all of a sudden the Ketone has gone down so much and its not going up. Thanks!

[@sunnyco6325]

Hi Dr Mindy, fist of all thank you for your guidance, you’re amazing. Do you have a video on comparing exogenous ketone bhb vs butanediol?

[@DrMindyPelz]

I don't have yet information about that.

[@danielbutch]

Questions - is eating no food for during fasting the only way to get into ketosis ?

[@DrMindyPelz]

It is, breaking a fast with good fats helps as well.

[@yoliegiraldo7540]

Awesome Mindy👌😘 loved

[@harmoneecatcher2281]

I’m still hoping for a copy of your fasting chart if it’s available 😃

[@terrenceleonard1354]

You have to sign up to get the chart..That is different than what she said in the original video...

[@GwinnettLawns]

Terrence Leonard how do you “sign up?”

[@mike1968442]

I SUCK! I’ve been on keto for 5 years. I went off keto for 4 months. Back on it now. My stress is high, strict healthy keto. After a 3 day fast only went to .07 ! Ate salad, back to .02 ! Blood mojo testing. Now 2 days later, I’m experiencing waves of dizziness, weakness.

[@DrMindyPelz]

Do you take any electrolytes?

[@anng.r.687]

I decided to experiment with measuring my ketones for the first time on a fast using the ketostix which measure your ketones in urine. (I know that isn’t the best way, but I wanted to experiment.) The numbers that Dr. Mandy gives are different

[@dhrupadsarma6841]

Hi Dr. Mindy! Namaste..i'm from India. It's been a while I' m following your channel. I'm 37 years old T2 diabetic. I tried keto in the past few times. But whenever I start keto my ketone level shoots up (5 mM urine test) and blood sugar stayes at around 180 mg/dl. During keto Even I'm taking less than 20 gm of net carb, my sugar level stays high. Should I continue keto in that condition? Does it indicates high IR in lever?

[@mahlianeville4395]

My ketones are 5.6 doing the egg fast 😊

[@DrMindyPelz]

🙌

[@mahlianeville4395]

@@DrMindyPelz still no weight loss tho, I have put on 7kg in 12 months and I am STRICT

[@FusaroPhotography]

what about the GKI numbers? What do you think about that?

[@WinterSoldierMN]

Amazing video, thank you for the information, i been on the carnivore diet for a couple of weeks now, today i tested my ketones level for the first time and it was 5.5, I didn’t eat anything for around 27 hours, and walked 3.5 miles and did a weight work out i wonder if this is something that i should worry about?

[@AbhishekKumar-ce3fs]

I'm prediabetic. I eat all kinds of food but in moderation. I do lots of running & outdoor Excersise. My ketosis level is 7.6 & Fasting Glucose is 99. Don't understand why my Ketosis level is so high.

[@adamkarns5455]

If you eat high fat, the fat from your food raises ketones. Cut back on fat and see if it comes down. If you fast, your ketones should get lower because it's harder to pull from body fat.

[@hawkeye9382]

​@@AbhishekKumar-ce3fslower the exercise and check it

[@yijulin]

Dear Doctor, I just did a test ( 2.5 hrs after wake up, no food except water). I got glucose 107 mg/dl, ketone 0.9 mmol/L, GKI 6.6 . My glucose seems high, but GKI shows I am in low ketosis. Do these numbers indicate any health concerns? Thank you so much!

[@JustMeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee]

If you're doing a prolonged fast and your ketone meter is reading HI (over 8), and your blood sugar is low (50-70s), are you at risk of starvation ketoacidosis if you feel fine?

[@pamelamoscato3483]

Hi, great info, I keep learning every day from you...I would appreciate if you can send me your fasting chart.

[@reikisponge]

I am on my day 7 of water fast and type 2 diabetes. My blood sugar is between 70-90 range and no medication taken during fast. My blood ketone was 3.8 on day 5 and now 5.3 on day 6. Kinda worried because of any googled answers said beyond 5 should go to doctors or ER because of ketoacidosis. Can anyone confirm that blood ketone at 5 range and blood glucose at 80-90 range is safe during extended fasting?

[@TwoTakeTommy]

Great information as always!! Keep changing lives, any chance of a video on quantity of food to eat prior to going into a 3-5 day fast as I am already very lean the reason is immune system cell regeneration not weight loss but don't want to have too over eat to store to get through the fast. Will my body just put the brakes on my metabolism if I go into a 3 day water fast at maintenance calories? cheers

[@clintmcleod4482]

Hi Dr. Mindy! First, I would love to thank you for your wisdom, there is so much information online and it can be quite confusing 😕. I have been doing the keto lifestyle, plus intermittent, and water fasting. My health has made many positive changes from weight loss to improved blood pressure. I was wondering, would you know if the keto Mojo strips are compatible with the Best Keytone blood/glucose monitor? Thanks for your help. 😉 Keep on Rock'n girl 👍

[@PrincessMimi214]

What number is a safe blood glucose and blood ketone level? I did a test this morning and these are my numbers: glucose 59 mg/dl, ketones 6.4 mmol/L, GKI 0.5. I'm 64 hours into my water only fasting. Are my numbers good? Or should I break my fast

[@brittaniewilliams5472]

On a 48 hour fast... right at then my glucose was 62 but my ketones were 8.0. I'm trying to reverse metabolic syndrome, prediabetes, insulin resistance... is it bad then to have high ketones? In a 96 hr fast my ketones got up to 9.5. Both times I got scared and broke my fast right away. With my ketones climbing higher and quicker with each extended fast, should I just stop doing anything longer than 24 hours? How do I reverse my metabolic syndrome and prediabetes when my ketones climb so high so quickly? 🤔

[@DrMindyPelz]

Thank you for your message and sharing with me. It sounds like you are looking for some support tailored to you. 💙 If you'd like to consider doing a consultation with my team to better understand, I'll leave the link here for you as well: bit.ly/3LjYPs6

[@KetoCaveMan]

My question is how long do I stay in therapeutic ketosis. End of last year I went 5 day water fast and reached a level of 7.3 as the fast ended. Should I have stayed at that level for a little longer? My glucose was under 80 if I remember. I'm trying to reverse insulin resistance and I no longer take any medication but my fasting to high range is around 100-140.

[@oblivio1980]

What do you say about fasting for Histamine-intolerant people? Some studies suggest these people can have more histamine produced if they fast. Any thoughts?

[@justjames-the-vegan]

Dr Pelz, I am starting a documentary on fasting and IF and I'm wondering if you would be amenable to am interview?

[@GoshenHouseOfPrayer]

What do I need to measure my glucose and ketosis?

[@DrMindyPelz]

It si recommend so that you can STAY SAFE while fasting for longer periods and so that you understand your personal metabolism and how the food you eat affects your blood sugar.

[@satxsatxsatx]

In a 72-hour water fast or longer, I peg my acetone breath meter at 9.9 However, when I check my glucose it can be 100 or 70 Comments?

[@escal2707]

My sister has normal morning ketone levels of 4 or 5 easily! She is on 3 meals a day. How could this be?? The meter is working properly as my low ketones are showing correctly. She is in a wheelchair and cant walk, could this be ketones stimulating, sitting all day??

[@donnatrocks]

why don't you like the Urine strips? are they not accurate?

[@tparentful]

Thank you! 🙏

[@daveoatway6126]

Nice video. Don't forget Atkins!

[@Rustybucket303]

Thank you.

[@hollylevey5889]

Great info, as always 💜🦋

[@anita.fringe]

I tried a few hormone building items in my diet yesterday and it kicked me out of ketosis - .4 What do you say about this? Thank you.

[@123Goldhunter11]

How about taking activated charcoal and or zeolite while fasting? I understand fat can dump toxins when you are burning it.

[@terrenceleonard1354]

I use my GKI Index rather than chasing ketones alone. Opinions on the GKI Index?

[@angelicacapriles7264]

Dr Mindy, 9 days ago my ketone in fasting had been between 1.1 and 1.6 and the second reading had gone up between 1.2-1.9 but today the first reading was 5.3. Why is it so high all of a sudden? Thanks!

[@angelicacapriles7264]

@@DrMindyPelz Thank you!!

[@starryeyez024]

@DrMindyPelz What if you are in the therapeutic ketosis range with only the keto diet + intermittent fasting (15-17 hrs)? Is this ok, and how long should I stay in this range?

[@DrMindyPelz]

Wow.. In that short period of time? I think you're metabolically flexible. Yes, you can, but make sure you get out of ketosis mostly when you're trying to build hormones. 🙂 My book will helps you to learn more 📚💙 You can order Fast Like a Girl here: fastlikeagirl.com

[@amandaakselTV]

This was so helpful!

[@DrMindyPelz]

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[@carliecowley7251]

I have been doing a pretty strict keto and fasting. I have been in the 3.6 range. My goal is weight loss. Is this an ok range for weight loss or should it be less? I am losing some weight but it’s been slow. Is there a way I can lose more weight. It seems like if I’m in ketosis like that, I should be losing weight faster. I have been reading your book and I have been implementing lots if your suggestions.

[@DrMindyPelz]

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[@yijulin]

Doctor, should we test glucose level or GKI? Which number is more important for health? Thank you again!

[@DrMindyPelz]

Both glucose levels and the Glucose Ketone Index (GKI) have their place in assessing metabolic health. Glucose levels help understand carbohydrate processing and blood sugar control. On the other hand, GKI is useful for those following ketogenic diets or fasting, offering a comprehensive view of glucose and ketone balance. The choice between them depends on your specific health goals and dietary habits. Consult with a healthcare provider or nutritionist for personalized guidance.

[@yijulin]

@@DrMindyPelz thank yo us much, Doctor Pelz!

[@DrMindyPelz]

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[@solveignicklos9550]

How long after a workout should you measure ketones? Mine dropped after a workout?

[@DrMindyPelz]

Because it uses your body as your energy. 🙂

[@yijulin]

I am 5'4" and 110lb, not diabetic. My ketone is 0.1mmol/L, and glucose is 80mg/dl. Is this problematic? thank you!

[@DrMindyPelz]

- A blood glucose level of 80 mg/dL is generally considered to be within the normal range for a fasting individual. - A ketone level of 0.1 mmol/L is at the lower end of the scale, indicating that you are not in nutritional ketosis. Nutritional ketosis is typically defined as having blood ketone levels between 0.5 - 3.0 mmol/L. If you're not aiming for ketosis (such as through a ketogenic diet or prolonged fasting), then these values appear to be normal. However, if you are trying to enter ketosis, you may need to make adjustments to your diet or lifestyle. Always consult with a healthcare professional about any concerns related to your health or lab values.

[@yijulin]

@@DrMindyPelz Thank you so much for replying and the advice, Doctor!! You are so kind!

[@DrMindyPelz]

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[@lornahowerton1379]

I'd like to know the pros and cons of raising your ketone level with exogenous ketone salts.

[@DrMindyPelz]

Hi Lorna, It is better in my opinion to allow the body to make the ketones. For some who have trouble reaching ketosis, exogenus ketones may be needed short term. It will help with brain function and sugar balance. See this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5TYXoqojK14p7c

[@stevenwish535]

I get into ketosis ok, getting up to 0.7 to 1.2, but even with no carbs at all, it routinely drops to 0.4. Any ideas?

[@DrMindyPelz]

Ketones are using for our body to heal mostly in our brain.

[@melbalamproglou2025]

Dear Dr thank you so much for posting this video. Regarding the dangerous numbers of ketones; I always go over into the dangerous zones when I’m purely water fasting. How do I stay within the stage 4 and not exceed this level. I assume when someone waterfasts they are purely waterfasting and not taking in calories.