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I started keto 6 days ago, eating three meals a day with foods like Greek yogurt, cacao nibs, nuts, eggs, cheese, and veggies. I'm also keeping up with electrolytes and drinking plenty of water. I read that doing some light exercise helps use up muscle glucose, but I'm feeling really weak. If I've been eating sugar and carbs all my life, how long should I expect it to take for my body to adjust to ketosis? Is there a reliable way to track my progress? Any tips? Thanks!

Hey @Michael569 Your post is super helpful, thanks! Two years ago, I was at the peak of my physical condition. I could manage deadlifts at 6 sets of 6 reps with 120+kg, engage in full-body training in a fasted state right after night shifts, embark on long-distance cycling, and train in MMA. My energy levels were high, and I felt strong and capable. However, over the last two years, I've experienced a drastic decline in my energy levels. The thought of engaging in the sports and activities I once loved now seems unimaginable. Despite getting a good 8 hours of sleep, I wake up exhausted and struggle to find the energy for my day. I understand the importance of a healthy and balanced diet, but given my sudden change in energy and strength, I'm starting to think that diet alone might not be the solution. I visited my family doctor today and had blood work done for a comprehensive overview; additionally, my thyroid will be checked. However, this is a separate issue. I'll start a new topic so we don't stray too far off-topic.

Hi guys, sorry for a super late response, I wanted to share my journey with the ketogenic diet over the past three weeks, the challenges I've faced, and seek any advice or insights you might have. I started keto with the hope of improving my energy levels and overall well-being. My diet has been focused on high-fat, moderate-protein, and low-carbohydrate foods, aiming to induce nutritional ketosis for its well-documented benefits. Challenges Encountered: Energy Levels: Despite strictly following the diet, my energy levels have been disappointingly low. I've struggled with feeling weak and lethargic throughout the day, which was surprising and contrary to the increased energy many report. Digestive Discomfort: After incorporating MCT oil into my routine, specifically a large spoonful in my bulletproof coffee, I experienced significant digestive discomfort and NO noticeable improvement in energy or cognitive function. Fora 6 Data: I've been monitoring my ketone levels using the Fora 6 device. Initially, my readings were below the nutritional ketosis range (0.3 mmol/L), and after some adjustments, they've hovered around 0.4 mmol/L. Despite these low readings indicating that I'm not fully in ketosis, adjusting my diet hasn't seemed to help. MCT Oil: Surprisingly, taking MCT oil hasn't provided the energy boost or cognitive clarity many report. I'm questioning whether my metabolic response or perhaps an underlying issue is affecting its efficacy for me. Dietary Adjustments: I've made efforts to balance electrolytes and stay hydrated, as I understand these are crucial on keto. I've also experimented with the timing and amount of food and MCT oil intake to see if there were any positive changes, to no avail. Thoughts and Reflections: Given the persistent low energy and lack of expected benefits, I'm contemplating whether the ketogenic diet is suitable for me. I'm considering if underlying health issues, possibly related to thyroid health as suggested by Anthony William in his books, might be influencing my experience. I'm eating almost opposite to his recommendations, focusing on foods I should avoid according to his guidance. I'm wondering if I should try different dietary approach that might address potential thyroid issues or other underlying health concerns more directly. Has anyone experienced similar challenges during their keto diet, and if so, how did you address them? Could the lack of response to MCT oil and low ketone readings despite a strict keto diet indicate an underlying issue I should investigate? Would it be wise to explore dietary changes more in line with Anthony William's recommendations for thyroid health, or should I give my body more time to adapt to keto? I'm open to any insights, personal experiences, or advice you might have. Thank you for taking the time to read about my journey and for any guidance you can provide. I have an appointment with my family doctor in 20 minutes and plan to request a check on my thyroid due to my persistent issues with energy levels, mood, and other related symptoms. I will not mention anything about my attempt with the keto diet, since I stopped it yesterday. I'll report back here afterwards with any updates or insights gained from the discussion.

@Curious_classic "I explore and express existential and spiritual themes through digital art and short-form storytelling, creating immersive visual narratives that delve into history, mythology, and the human condition." How does this sound for you? If you like it, you can shorten and/or simplify it further.

Yes, I also heard about this. I hope it's true. How cool would it be to have removable battery in a modern smartphone.

If you are experienced enough to change the battery so you have a full capacity, yes. Changing a battery in phones these days is a pain in the ass. Only if you are okay with using an older version of Android and no more Security updates. Also, they all became sluggish with time, even a clean system reinstall, doesn´t help much.

This is exactly how I imagined it.

Because they are 3 times more expensive. Xiaomi keeps their prices low by giving you ads. They can be removed by using a software. @Javfly33 Your experience is based on one specific model? Is it maybe a software issue? You can remove ads on any Xiaomi phone by using a software in 30 sec.

I once peed on my dog during the trip, and afterwards he peed on me. I called my mother immediately and told her that from now on, I am Jesus Christ.

Same here. There was a time when I could laugh like an insane person when smoking a joint. But that was long ago. All else was just trying to reproduce that experience. I am also glad it's not part of my life anymore.

Tripping with the curiosity of a child, rather than overthinking the experience, is wise. Consider this:Teror is like a beam of light attempting to crack the tough shell you've built around yourself over time. This shell prevents the light from penetrating and fully illuminating your whole world. Terror is love. Also, I found working with several 2-4mg doses of 5MeO-DMT can be very fruitfull, since it can be super easy to control the energy. I find it even more fruitfull than simply blasting myself with a high dose and being leaved with one big WTF?!? I hope this helps.

Being part of a community doesn't mean the community's creator is responsible for any immature behavior.

@OBElerFeeding ChatGPT with relevant data before asking it to generate a response is invaluable. I aimed to keep the guide as concise and clear as possible. Adding more information could unnecessarily complicate it. There are additional steps that could be mentioned, such as purifying it from sodium carbonate, but until I successfully test this myself, I will not add it to my topic.

I haven't though about this possibility 🤔 thanks...

I've recently acquired a grounding sheet, which is claimed to remove excess electricity from the body during sleep. However, I've noticed there's a lack of robust scientific evidence supporting these claims. What are your thoughts or experiences regarding grounding sheets? Do you believe they are effective, or is it more of a placebo effect? I'm curious to hear your opinions and any relevant research on this topic.

Amazing as always. Thanks for sharing!

Try plugging first. If it works, awesome! If it doesn't work well, there are other options. From my experience and what many others say, it often works poorly.

Thanks, I will get my thyroid checked. It is supposedly normal to feel the 'keto flu' until your body regains the long-lost ability to use fat as fuel. That's what Mark Sisson says. I won't know until I test it for myself.

I'm on day 7 of keto, but my mood and energy are still low. Since it's my first time trying this, I don't expect big changes in the first two weeks.

@Michael569 After reading Mark Sisson's books and noticing a significant drop in my energy levels over the last few years, I decided to explore the keto diet. I have a "skinny fat" body type, and when I relax my belly, it appears as though there's a big ball inside, leading me to suspect a fatty liver. Additionally, my mood and focus have deteriorated. Considering my lifelong diet has been rich in unhealthy carbs, I thought it was time to give my body a break from them. I've also read that intermittent fasting is most effective when one is fully adapted to keto, which further influenced my decision to start this dietary change. I am also struggling much with building muscles. This was so easy when I was in my twenties. Now I am 33. There might be more reasons behind my choice, but these are the primary ones that come to mind.

@halfknots Thanks. I edited the first post.

My views are shaped by a reaction against the Catholic teachings I was exposed to in my childhood. Additionally, I see family meetings as largely unproductive, especially when I think about the potential to use that time to work toward financial independence. This perspective isn't just about my religious upbringing; it's also about prioritizing my goals and evaluating how best to allocate my time to achieve them. I also grew up without a lot of money and hardly any gifts, so it's hard for me to understand why my kids need so many gifts now. But i am ok with that part. I'll think about this more so I can help support my wife's views on gifts for our kids going forward. I'll keep these insights in mind. Thanks a lot, your guidance has been incredibly helpful!

After an extensive search online and going through numerous vague instructions on converting HCl to freebase, plus conducting a few personal experiments, I've managed to successfully complete the conversion. I feel compelled to share a clear set of instructions based on my experience, hoping it might help others looking for concise guidance on this process. I want to clarify that I'm not a chemist, and my knowledge on this topic is quite limited. My journey into this was driven by curiosity and the need for clearer information than what I found available. Given this, I welcome feedback, especially from those with a deeper understanding of the subject. @Girzo, your insights seem particularly valuable, and I would greatly appreciate your review and comments on this method. If there are any errors or areas for improvement, please do not hesitate to point them out. Looking forward to your feedback and hoping this contributes to a better understanding for all interested. Additionally, I conducted a personal test to assess the results of my conversion, focusing on taste and smell, comparing them to Freebase 5MeO. The outcome was positive; it had the normal taste and smell associated with Freebase 5MeO-DMT. Notably, I didn't experience any unpleasant taste in my throat afterwards, unlike my experiences with vaping HCl directly. However, I want to caution that, despite my positive personal experience, I cannot guarantee the purity of the substance post-conversion. Therefore, I recommend using a bubbler with your vaporizer to add an extra layer of filtration. This is a precaution I suggest until the purity can be accurately determined. Thanks for reading

I finally tested a new batch of 5-MeO-MALT from the NL after converting it into its freebase form. The experience was quite mild due to the small dose.