Tag: Ketosis smell

Reports show that a significant number of people on a ketogenic diet notice a change in their body odor and breath. This is because when a person is in ketosis, their body burns fat for fuel, producing byproducts called ketones.

Approximately 25% of individuals starting a ketogenic diet report experiencing "keto breath," a distinct odor signaling the body's successful shift into ketosis. This smell, though often temporary, is a direct result of metabolic changes and can manifest as fruity-scented breath and an altered body odor.