Finaflex test strips dark purple? Should I be worried?

(S.M.) #1

Hi,

I am new here and excited to be on the keto diet with my boyfriend. I am aiming to lose 20 pounds. We are in our third week where I am 7-8 pounds and he is down 13. My concern is I show I am in moderate to high levels of ketones in my urine. Once I tested in optimal range. I read about Ketoacidosis… my boyfriend stays in optimal level range. Should I be worried? I read that strips aren’t as accurate.

I am never been diabetic and etc, maybe I need to increase my water intake? Should I up my carbs from 20-50 grams a day? Also, could it be the glass of wine or dry martini I have ever so often? Thanks and sorry to bother with the questions.

(Allie) #2
(S.M.) #3

Thanks!! I realized too I’m not drinking enough water. The last few days I have been dehydrated. This article made me feel better:)

(Frank) #4

The stix are a novel item when starting this woe. Kind of like a coffee mug that shows a naked lady when it gets hot. After a bit they’re not worth the piss you’re putting on them. :wink:

(Empress of the Unexpected) #5

They never worked for me - I use a blood monitor.