keytones

  1. T

    Keto Diet as Type 1 Diabetic - Safe Keytone level?

    Hi, I have been following a Keto diet for three weeks as a Type 1 Diabetic Vegan. I just tested my keytone level with Ketosticks sticks and it measured 4 (see attached, its fourth colour from the left). I am confused as to when it is dangerous for me to do this. I have lost 4kg since I...
  2. not-so-lucky

    Ketones.....?

    Hey All, I'm a little confused.... (and a little uneducated on this subject) - The diabetic nurse advised me (many moons ago) that if my Keytones go above 0.6mmol then I should seek medical advice immediately. Now I know that this is because it could be a sign of Ketoic Acidosis (which is...