IVF and keto diet

#1

I started my keto diet three weeks ago with great results the first few days. However as soon as I started my IVF meds, all wt loss haulted and in fact I have regained all the lost weight. I am not overweight, but have an extra 10-15 lb to loose. Anyone with similar experience? Can you guide me to a good source?

(You've tried everything else; why not try bacon?) #2

I wouldn’t worry about it. You’re not going to be on these drugs once you’ve conceived and the embryo’s been implanted, right? Things should normalize once you’re off them again.

(VLC.MD) #3

If SAD led you to IVF, Keto could improve your fertility. Does the IVF MD know about Keto ? Your Keto ?

#4

I am not sure what SAD means. However, response is Yes. Keto has improved my response significantly. I have done 8 cycles with the 7th one being partially carb restricted and I had a much better response. For this last cycle, I was completely keto and I had the best response thus far. In regards to my RE doc, he is very chill. I already told him about the fasting and he was good with it. I have not told him about keto yet as I was not sure if I would stick to it (as I said, wt loss haulted as soon as I started IVF meds). However, now that I know my IVF response has improved, I am going to continue. There are already studies showing that limiting carbs will embryo live birth rate.