Keto and electrolytes Topic

U1195083160 04/11/23
Can you explain why it’s important? Thank you

Dietician 04/12/23 replied to U1195083160
Hi there U1195083160-
Welcome to MyNetDiary! I hope your tracking is going well.

A keto diet can increase fluid losses especially during the first 2 weeks on the plan.

A decrease in carbohydrate intake impacts electrolyte levels.
Specifically, more sodium is excreted by the kidneys. Thus, it is important to have adequate sodium in your diet to avoid common symptoms such as headache, fatigue and dizziness, often called the “keto flu.”
This article goes into further detail and provides tips to optimize your keto diet: https://www.mynetdiary.com/get_started_on_keto_diet_the_right_way_5_steps_for_success.html

Hope this helps! Joanna (MyNetDiary Dietitian)

Keto and electrolytes