Can being in ketosis cause hot flashes?
                                
                                
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                                According to some health experts, starting a ketogenic diet can cause symptoms similar to menopause, with some individuals reporting that being in ketosis can cause hot flashes. This initial phase of adaptation is often known as the 'keto flu,' a collection of temporary side effects that can occur as the body shifts from burning glucose to burning fat for energy.