Front Nutr March 2020 PMID 32232045

Consumer Reports of "Keto Flu" Associated With the Ketogenic Diet.

Emmanuelle C S Bostock, Kenneth C Kirkby, Bruce V Taylor, Jason A Hawrelak

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Sources like research articles, online surveys, and social discussions display acknowledgment of the publication's findings, especially regarding the duration and symptoms of keto flu. The tone varies from academic references to casual mentions, illustrating a balanced interest and engagement with the article's insights, which could influence understanding of ketogenic diet side effects.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the findings about the keto flu, with some referencing research and online surveys, indicating general support.

InterestModerate interest

Postings show a moderate level of interest, as users discuss symptoms, duration, and research sources, but there's limited deep analysis.

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Participants cite specific studies, share articles, and mention personal or community experiences, reflecting active engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight how the article raises awareness and informs about temporary symptoms, suggesting moderate influence on perceptions.

Abstract in brief

  • This study analyzed online forum posts to understand what people experience when they develop "keto flu" during the early stages of starting a ketogenic diet, focusing on symptoms, severity, and remedies.
  • It found that common symptoms included flu-like feelings, headache, fatigue, nausea, dizziness, and brain fog, with most symptoms peaking within the first week and mostly resolving within about a month.
  • The severity of keto flu varied from mild to severe, and users suggested various remedies, but overall, most experienced symptoms that were temporary and manageable.]

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A commonly discussed side effect of the #keto diet is the so-called #KetoFlu, a cluster of transient symptoms that occur within the first few weeks on the #diet. #ketodiet Read research in @FrontNutrition https://t.co/5oLCTM6DJ1 or our blog post ⬇ https://t.co/ZLbO94F5aD

Apr 24, 2020 · 119 likes · 34 shares · 90,090 followers View post →
Dr. David Ludwig
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A new online survey of ketogenic diet consumers describes the "keto flu"

Apr 3, 2020 · 52 likes · 23 shares · 43,550 followers View post →
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A commonly discussed side effect of the #keto diet is the so-called #KetoFlu, a cluster of transient symptoms that occur within the first few weeks on the #diet. #Nutrition #ketodiet Read the #openaccess research paper published in @FrontNutrition: https://t.co/5oLCTM6DJ1 https://t.co/6nQMNg4UTc

Apr 19, 2020 · 8 likes · 1 share · 90,090 followers View post →
Frontiers
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A commonly discussed side effect of the #keto diet is the so-called #KetoFlu, a cluster of transient symptoms that occur within the first few weeks on the #diet. #ketodiet Read research in @FrontNutrition https://t.co/5oLCTM6DJ1 or our blog post ⬇ https://t.co/ZLbO94F5aD

Apr 16, 2020 · 4 likes · 1 share · 90,090 followers View post →
Frontiers - Nutrition
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An interesting paper on the user-reported flu-like symptoms during the first few weeks of a #Ketogenicdiet

Mar 24, 2020 · 3 likes · 1 share · 3,911 followers View post →
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New Research: Consumer Reports of “Keto Flu” Associated With the Ketogenic Diet: Background: The ketogenic diet (KD) is a high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet that limits glucose and results in the production of ketones by the liver and their… https://t.co/gzNFBfSc1y #Nutrition

Mar 13, 2020 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 3,911 followers View post →

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Carnivore is Vegan
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@Alexzia777 @SomersetOaf @LucianTritt The ketogenic diet takes up to 30 days to even adapt to. A 28-day trial of a ketogenic diet is not even realistic to get past The ketogenic adaptation period. But nice anecdote. "Resolution of keto flu symptoms was reported by 8 users between days 3-30" https://t.co/PnTL2c1nKb

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Source: Frontiers | Peer Reviewed Articles https://t.co/ExDGPAKqUd

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New Research: Response: Commentary: Consumer Reports of “Keto Flu” Associated With the Ketogenic Diet https://t.co/OYn3Py6Oia #Nutrition

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New Research: Commentary: Consumer Reports of “Keto Flu” Associated With the Ketogenic Diet https://t.co/bdNH935BQS #Nutrition

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RT @FrontiersIn: A commonly discussed side effect of the #keto diet is the so-called #KetoFlu, a cluster of transient symptoms that occur w…

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A commonly discussed side effect of the #keto diet is the so-called #KetoFlu, a cluster of transient symptoms that occur within the first few weeks on the #diet. #ketodiet Read research in @FrontNutrition https://t.co/5oLCTM6DJ1 or our blog post ⬇ https://t.co/ZLbO94F5aD

Apr 24, 2020 · 119 likes · 34 shares · 90,090 followers View post →
Frontiers
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A commonly discussed side effect of the #keto diet is the so-called #KetoFlu, a cluster of transient symptoms that occur within the first few weeks on the #diet. #Nutrition #ketodiet Read the #openaccess research paper published in @FrontNutrition: https://t.co/5oLCTM6DJ1 https://t.co/6nQMNg4UTc

Apr 19, 2020 · 8 likes · 1 share · 90,090 followers View post →
Frontiers
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A commonly discussed side effect of the #keto diet is the so-called #KetoFlu, a cluster of transient symptoms that occur within the first few weeks on the #diet. #ketodiet Read research in @FrontNutrition https://t.co/5oLCTM6DJ1 or our blog post ⬇ https://t.co/ZLbO94F5aD

Apr 16, 2020 · 4 likes · 1 share · 90,090 followers View post →
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.@DietArab @DietitiansGulf Source: Frontiers | Peer Reviewed Articles https://t.co/ExDGPAKqUd

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