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What does ketones do to you?

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in a regular diet, carbs are converted to glucose that the body uses for fuel

when the supply of carbs is limited (about 30g-50g per day) the body requires an alternative form of fuel.

After 24-48 hours of low carb, the liver starts producing ketones, which is the alternative fuel.

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