Category: Keto flu

For those transitioning to a low-carb lifestyle, up to 75% report experiencing the 'keto flu' in the initial phase. The discomfort, including the distinct feeling of nausea when you don't eat carbs, is a direct result of your body's adaptation to a new fuel source and is typically temporary.

During the first few weeks on a carnivore diet, your body undergoes a metabolic shift from using glucose to fat for energy. This transition period, often called 'carnivore flu,' is the primary reason for feeling exhausted on the carnivore diet, as your system adjusts to a new fuel source.