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Why Are My Ketones Low on a Keto Diet

This is something that a lot of people get hung up on. I have been under 20 carbs for weeks and my ketones are really low, why? The answer is simple, you likely are using the ones you are making as you make them.

Things that hold back ketosis and ketone levels

Too many carbs
Not enough fat
Too much protein
Time of day, especially in the early morning
Exercise
1-3 mml is considered by many to be “optimum”

Ways to up your ketones

Up the fats
Back off exercise especially endurance exercise