Signs You Should Quit Keto

The ketogenic diet has been all the rage recently, with people touting its benefits for everything from weight loss to improved mental clarity. But as with any fad diet, there are also some signs that it’s time to quit keto. Here are the top three reasons to call it quits:

1. You’re always hungry.

If you find yourself constantly snacking or feeling ravenous, it’s a sign that your body is not getting enough calories on the keto diet. This can lead to hunger pangs, irritability, and a lack of energy.

2. You’re not losing weight.

Weight loss is one of the main reasons people try the keto diet, so if you’re not seeing results after a few weeks, it may be time to ditch it.

3. You’re feeling crappy.

If you find yourself feeling tired, weak, or just generally lousy, it could be a sign that your body

You’re not losing weight

If you’re not seeing results after a few weeks, it might be time to consider quitting keto. While weight loss is one of the main goals of the diet, it’s not the only goal, and if you’re not seeing any other benefits, it might not be worth sticking with.

Here are a few other signs that you should quit keto:

1. You’re miserable.

If you’re constantly feeling cranky, irritable, and just overall unhappy, it’s probably not worth sticking with keto. While the diet can be difficult at first, it shouldn’t make you miserable. If you find yourself dreading meals or feeling deprived, it’s time to rethink your approach.

2. You’re not getting enough nutrients.

While keto is known for being a high-fat diet, it’s important to make sure you’re getting enough of other nutrients as well. If you’re feeling tired all the time or notice that your hair and nails are suffering, it might be due to a lack of vitamins and minerals. Make sure you’re

supplementing with a multivitamin and eating plenty of non-starchy vegetables to get the nutrients your body needs.

3. You have no energy.

One of the benefits of keto is supposed to be increased energy levels thanks to stabilized blood sugar levels. If you find that your energy levels are actually worse on keto than they were before, it might be time to ditch the diet.

You’re feeling sick

If you find yourself feeling sick often on the keto diet, it may be time to reevaluate your eating habits. While the keto flu is a common occurrence in the early stages of the diet, lasting more than a week or two could be a sign that you’re not eating enough nutrient-rich foods. Keto expert and physician Dr. Josh Axe recommends consuming at least five servings of vegetables and three servings of fruit per day, as well as 25-30 grams of healthy carbs from sources like starchy vegetables, whole grains, and certain types of fruit. If you’re feeling depleted, unfocused, or unwell, it may be time to add some carbs back into your diet.

You’re not seeing results

If you’re not seeing results within the first few weeks, it may be time to reevaluate your diet. While it is possible to stall or even gain weight while on keto, if you’re not seeing any results after a month or two, it’s unlikely that you will be able to sustain long-term weight loss on this diet.

Heading: You’re not feeling well

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If you find that you’re not feeling well on keto, it may be time to quit. Some people report feeling more fatigue than usual, headaches, brain fog, and other unpleasant symptoms. If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, it’s important to listen to your body and make the necessary changes to your diet.

Heading: It’s too restrictive

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If you feel like you’re unable to stick to the keto diet because it’s too restrictive, it may be time to consider quitting. While keto can be an effective weight loss tool for some people

it’s not sustainable for everyone. If you find yourself constantly craving carbs or feeling deprived, it may be a sign that keto isn’t the right diet for you.

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