HOW TO DRINK YOUR KETONES FOR THE BEST EXPERIENCE
About 15 months ago a good friend of mine mentioned exogenous or pure therapeutic ketones and I was soooo curious. I was also skeptical because that's how I am especially when I hear about something I can eat or drink. Then she told me about all the benefits and I was like " wait what??" because at the time i was on the struggle bus big. knew a bit about the keto diet and I had done it in cycles. I giggle looking back now because I was the girl who said things like " oh my gosh that's such a fad diet" "that won't last" and " I don't want to eat bacon and butter all day long". Haha! That's what i thought keto was. I thought it was trendy and new and that I had to eat cheese and meat and butter all day. I totally remember my friend Natalie sending me this video- which you have probably seen by now but this four minutes changed things in a big way for me- it even changed my life to be honest: https://mollyrichards.experienceketo.com
Knowing what i know now, that keto has been around for over 100 years and that it actually came to be in order to help children with epilepsy AND that it's so not all about bacon and butter I am much more informed!!! Today I love not only learning all about keto, ketones, ketosis and the benefits of it all but sharing it with everyone i know. Looking back actually i remember a long time friend of mine talking about exogenous ketones on social media and on her podcast. Dr. Dominic D'agostino was one of her guests and I have so much respect for him. The more he talked about it and all he shares in his TED TALK about Starving Cancer I knew I had to give it go.
I am SO happy I added ketones into my life because like I said I did keto more in cycles and I am horrible at diets- i actually loathe diets . I am more of a sustainable, lifestyle kind of gal and that is what ketones are! After trying them for several weeks I LOVED how my body and brain felt in ketosis. Drinking pure therapeutic ketones is a biohack to help you get into ketosis in under an hour by shaking up and drinking the magical powder with ice and water! If you want to know more about biohacking I actually did a FB live recently- here is the LINK if you want to check it out!
For years I struggled big time with my sleep. I woke up several times a night sweating. It took me a long time to get back to sleep and then in the morning i felt groggy! And as we all know, sleep is a weapon when it comes to our everyday health and even weight loss. I also loved how I felt more focused and mentally clear. For months prior I was going through some personally issues and even felt depressed some days. Ketones helped me feel alive, alert and happier. I finally felt like I was thriving now just surviving. In addition, I stopped feeling hungry all the time and I was experiencing less digestion issues which was another thing I was dealing with. That's a little bit of my story but in short, before finding them I felt tired, crappy and in need of a change from what i was doing. Since drinking them I feel back to my normal happy healthy focused self. And i am SO excited to share my journey, the journey of others, the benefits and even the science behind it so that others can thrive as well!
With that said, when people are starting out drinking ketones they have many questions. I get it- i did as well! So below is a list of questions and answers as well as a guide and tips so you can have the best experience! As always, if you have specific questions sent me an email and be sure to check out my links at the end of this blog so we can stay connected!
Instructions
How Do I Mix and Drink My Keto/os? Is 1/2 serving of Keto/os Effective?
● Start with a half packet for the first 1-2 days, better to start with half a serving since this is new to your body.Then start taking one whole packet a day.
● You can also try 1/2 packet in the morning and 1/2 packet in the afternoon.
● Everyone is different. If you are NOT looking for fat loss or weight loss half a serving can be just as effective for some people
● Mix 1/2 packet with 10-20 oz (more or less as desired) of water (and ice) and shake. More or less water will affect the taste. So if you like it sweeter use less water. I will stress that ice makes your Keto taste amazing! Don’t skip the ice.
● Drink SLOWLY over 30-60 minutes. Do not gulp this down quickly! Your body needs time to absorb Keto properly. Drinking your Keto slowly allows your body to absorb it properly.
● Stay hydrated! So many people are dehydrated and don’t even realize it! One of the most important things you can do is drink lots of water!
● Increase to a full packet or serving as tolerated. You can also drink a second serving of Keto/os in the afternoon or evening.
CLICK HERE to download, save and print off this “Hackers Guide” for quick reference!
Top Tips for Success
1) Just Shake Your Keto/OS with water and ice! But if you want to get fancy here are some recipes to mix your Keto//OS:media.pruvithq.com/resources/recipe_ideas.pdf
2) DRINK MORE WATER: Try to drink 1/2 to 1 ounce of water per lb of body weight. Maybe even spruce it up with fresh lemon, cucumber or mint!
3) ELIMINATE REFINED SUGARS: Stay away sugary foods and drinks as best as you can (Just say no to soft drinks, water is your friend ;).
4) DO YOUR BEST TO ELIMINATE FLOUR, WHEAT & GRAINS: And try to stay away from gluten as much as possible.
5) INCREASE YOUR HEALTHY FATS: Drink Bulletproof coffee or coffee with Keto-Kreme with your tea or coffee in the morning. Eat foods avocados, coconut butter, coconut oil, eggs, wild caught salmon, high-quality cheeses.
6) HAVE YOUR FIRST MEAL BETWEEN 11AM-1PM: Start the day with an intermittent fast. KETO MAX totally helps with this!
7) EAT YOUR LAST MEAL BEFORE 8PM
8) MOVE YOUR BODY MORE: Workout, run, walk, go to yoga, do pushups, take the stairs, hula-hoop walk the golf course etc. Just move that beautiful body of yours at least 30 minutes a day! Your body and mind will thank you!
9) TAKE ELECTROLYTES AND ADD SALT: Drink water with electrolytes in it and increase your salt intake by adding a pinch of Celtic sea salt or other healthy sea salt to your food or water.
10) GET YOUR ZZZ’s: Our bodies need time to rest, restore and recover so turn off your phone or tv and take a warm bath with Epsom salt, read, meditate and then go to sleep. Sleep truly is a weapon!
Keto//OS FAQ
What are the benefits of ketones?
Many don’t realize this, but the ketogenic diet first became popular as a treatment for seizures in children suffering from epilepsy. This is when the neuro-protective benefits of ketones really came to light. As research into the process of ketosis expands, the list of benefits just continues to grow. Many people do not realize the extensive list of health benefits associated with following this lifestyle. Some of the benefits include: better sleep, better focus, better mental clarity, better appetite, better digestion, better skin, fast and sustained energy, joint health and more!
What are ketones and ketosis?
Ketones, B-hydroxybutyrate (BHB), acetoacetate (ACA) and acetone, are the byproducts of fat breakdown. Ketones can be used by the tissues, including the brain, in the body in much the same way as glucose, and are thought to be a superior fuel source to glucose. Being in a state of ketosis refers to having elevated blood levels of ketones.
How do I increase ketones levels in my body?
In the past, the process of increasing ketones in the blood was achieved through a strict, carbohydrate-restrictive diet called the ketogenic diet. This allowed the body to move from using glucose (sugar) as its primary source of fuel, to transition to using fats as its primary source of fuel. Today, we can achieve this state through exogenous ketone supplementation with Keto//OS.
Are ketones and KETO//OS safe?
Ketones naturally exist in the body, and are created as a normal process of fat metabolism. KETO//OS simply provides these ketones from an exogenous source, but they have the same beneficial impact. However, if you suffer from any
medical conditions, it is always safe to consult your health care provider prior to starting any new nutritional supplement.
Why take KETO//OS?
Supplementing with exogenous ketones allows you to experience ketosis - the benefits of elevated blood ketone levels, without having to follow such a restrictive ketogenic diet or super low carb diet, which is often difficult for some people to adhere to.
I found two awesome videos on YouTube when I first became interested in ketones and ketosis. The one from Dr. Dom was soooo interesting. And the one from Dr. Mary Newport made me cry! Needless to say, I recommend checking them both out. Knowledge is power. And when we know better we can do so much BETTER:
Dr Dominic D'Agostino- Starving Cancer Ted Talk
Dr Mary Newport - Alzheimers & Ketosis Ted Talk
I hope that info helps!
Cheers to you and your journey!
Cheers to you THRIVING!!
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