Was doing great - then ran out of gas and brainpower. Help!

#21

Had about 30 grams of leftover steak warmed up about 2 tbsp. of leftover fat from cooking the steak. It was yummy. :grinning:

#22

I ounce of steak?
and some fat.

maybe a bit more food intake might help you??

#23

Before starting keto, I skipped breakfast maybe 3 or 4 mornings out of 5. With keto, I was making an effort to do IF, but it wasn’t so different from before. I ate that much because that’s how hungry I was. There was more leftover steak I could have taken, but I didn’t want it.

#24

It does sound like you are doing what is working for you. I hope you find some solutions and work things out better for you. All we can do is experiment a bit on ourselves and fall into that sweet spot we all love.

(squirrel-kissing paper tamer) #25

What you’re describing sounds like what I experienced when I was very anemic years ago. Have you seen a doc and had labs checked lately. Also, how’s your blood pressure?

Hope you feel better soon.

(Michael - When reality fails to meet expectations, the problem is not reality.) #26

Iron?

(Kimbrie) #27

I think it just takes time for your body to adjust from burning carbs to burning fats. Sounds like you are making sure you are getting plenty of fluids, minerals, etc. I am a bit newer than you are, but also experience this fog like state. Where I cant finish thoughts, my brain seems super slow, and it has even affected me in the middle of conversation. I am no expert, but if i were you i would stick with it a bit longer and see if it improves…best of luck!

#28

Update: I went from a non-functioning, crabby, fuzzy-brained person yesterday to a fully functioning human today!

The balance of something was definitely “off” over the last few days. I made a few changes, so I’m not sure if it was the addition of potassium or something else that brought me back to the land of the living.

When I figure it out, I’ll update again… in the hopes that the info may be of use to someone else. I hope this positive change persists!

In the meantime, I just want to say thanks to everyone who replied with ideas and suggestions. :grinning:

(Mother of Puppies ) #29

MCT oil.

C8 and C10

Fixed my focus right up

#30

Hi Candice,

Is MCT oil helpful for someone not making ketones or can it help even if you are? In that case, I’m curious how?

What is C8 and C10?