Are you sleeping less?😴

(Marshelle) #1

So…I took melatonin which is a vitamin that induces relaxation for restful sleep. Pre keto, I’m asleep before my head hits the pillow, but this ketogenic diet wont let me be great at falling asleep :sleeping:
I needed a crane to drag me to the park for my scheduled 6miles and after a 10 min debate with myself I decided to walk. After the first .25mile, I was running, smiling, greeting people…I want my old “can fall sleep on a picket fence” habits back!!
#justsaynotosleepaids
#imoverallthisketoenergy
#iwantmy6-7hoursofsleepback

(Tom) #2

Initially, I had problems sleeping, but not any more. But then again, I’m probably not a good representative sample.

(eat more) #3

i’ve had issues with melatonin so i don’t use it…
i’d double check the possible side effects if it’s new for you. it can also mess up your body’s natural rhythms since it’s a hormone we produce

the melatonin could be responsible for your need of a crane and a debate lol

have you tried valerian root extract or a magnesium citrate tablet before bed?
i’m out like a light even if i’m trying to think about things lol

(eat more) #4

you sleep? :blush:

#5

Have you tried experimenting with the timing of your meals? As in when to stop eating at night, extending hours between last bite and when head hits the pillow?

#6

How long have you been eating keto? I ask because it could be simply your body adjusting to this new way of eating.

Personally, I’m post-menopausal and sometimes have sleeping ‘issues,’ but they are never related to my eating (I’ve monitored to check). If anything, my sleep is better when in ketosis.

(Marshelle) #7

So am I and less sleep has certainly been a part of that “change!” I think the melatonin was responsible for my lack of enthusiasm when I woke up because I’m usually very refreshed with a little sleep since keto.

(Marshelle) #8

I will accept this a as cause because I had late meetings so I have been eating late a couple evening a week. I will try adjusting this.

(Marshelle) #9

I was asleep! :sleeping:I woke up with less exhaustion today. Melatonin was the likely culprit.

(Mike W.) #10

I usually sleep from 10-3. OCCASIONALLY 4. I just find myself wide awake. I’m never tired during the day though. I’ve just started reading when I can’t sleep. Sometimes I can sleep from 6-7 after that. I think I need to adjust my IF window and see if that helps.

(Tom) #11

For everyone else’s health, yes.

(Marshelle) #12

I take magnesium but not citrate and I will give valerian root a try.
I have been keto since 01/03/17. No issues with illnesses I just wanted to become fat-adapted, break food addictions and lose weight.
SW 178
CW 156.8