How to Manage Sugar Withdrawal

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Commonly called the "Keto flu," your body undergoes changes as you switch from using 
sugar to using fat as your main energy source. Here's how to weather the brief storm.

Stay Hydrated

With any sickness, remaining hydrated when you don't want to drink water is extremely 
important. Enough water prevents sluggishness and keeps the body running healthy. 
You'll know you're hydrated when your urine is straw yellow.

Take Electrolytes

When you cut out starchy vegetables and fruits, you lose sources rich with electrolytes. 
A dip in these means feeling dizzy and irritable and sometimes suffering from muscle 
cramps. This can be countered by either taking electrolyte supplements or drinking 
keto-friendly sports drinks.

Eat More Fat

You will no doubt crave carbs. This is the same story with any diet. Instead of giving in 
to the call of carbs, however, add more fats to your diet. That being said, don't add too 
much. An additional tablespoon of oil to a meal or eating an avocado can aid in feeling 
satiated.

Add More Carbs

If your previous diet was based heavily on carbs, the Keto flu can hit very hard. In these 
extreme cases, it's important to take a few steps back by adding more carbs to the diet 
and then gradually removing them. Everybody adapts differently. Just because 
someone you know got over the flu immediately doesn't mean you will.

Exercise

When the muscles are cramping and the mood is low, exercise is one of the best 
remedies. Take on a more relaxing physical activity, such as yoga or walking, to relieve 
these symptoms.

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