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  • #1

    Ketostix

    How often is it suggested to use these sticks? Once a day or more? I looked and looked through the book, but there wasn't anything about it.

    I am on day 5 of induction and when I checked today I had a medium pink color--is that good, or should it be darker?

    Thanks much

    Karen
    sigpicKaren
    48 year old married female

    SW/170/7-14-08
    CW/130/4-9-09 :)
    First Mini goal-160---8/5/08:tongue:
    Second mg----150--10/8/08:tongue:
    Third mg------140-12/14/08;)
    GW/130-4-9-09:rose:

    :clover::coffee::ireland:

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  • #2
    Re: Ketostix

    Any change in the color is a sign that you are in ketosis. There are too many variables that go into determining how dark they may get so you shouldn't stress the specific shade.

    I checked them a couple times a day when I started because of the novelty. Now I usually only check when I think I may have "overdosed" on carbs the day before. Perhaps if I were in a stall for any length of time, I might check them on a daily basis just to make sure I was still on the right track.

    Ultimately you want to get to a point in the diet where you aren't adding stress (which isn't good for anyone trying to lose weight) by worrying about a number on a scale or a color of a chemical stick. Good luck!
    Eric

    Age: 38
    Height: 6' 1"
    Round 1: 6/08 - 11/08 (SW 270 / LW 223)
    Round 2: July 19, 2009
     SW 254.5 / CW 242 / GW 210

    Keep your eyes focused on the prize!

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    • #3
      Re: Ketostix

      Just do it once a day. The book suggests in the afternoon. Go for the same time every day. When I was younger, I could get a purple easily, but now I am lucky to get a pink. I think it also has to do with how much liquid I ingest, so that may be with you, too. Or, you could be a resistant dieter. Either way, don't stress too much if you only get pink. That means you are burning fat, and that is what you want. Good luck!

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      • #4
        Re: Ketostix

        Thanks Eric and Joyabear--That helps a lot. I was getting frustrated with myself because the first time I did Atkins several years ago, I dropped weight quickly the first two weeks. Now I am on day 6 and only lost 3 pounds. I guess any weight loss is good--but I am an impatient soul. I think my metabolism has slowed down as well since i am into the menopause years--so that might be another factor in this.
        sigpicKaren
        48 year old married female

        SW/170/7-14-08
        CW/130/4-9-09 :)
        First Mini goal-160---8/5/08:tongue:
        Second mg----150--10/8/08:tongue:
        Third mg------140-12/14/08;)
        GW/130-4-9-09:rose:

        :clover::coffee::ireland:

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        • #5
          Re: Ketostix

          Yep, it must be the menopause monster that slows us down. I have to constantly remind myself that if I do my job, the diet will (eventually) do its. I also have to remind myself that I didn't gain 5 pounds every week, so I shouldn't expect to lose it that quickly either. And if this is a lifetime eating style, I guess it doesn't matter if it takes a few years. But the last time, I lost almost all my weight in less than a year. I am now on month 11 this time and still need to drop 60 pounds more. So I am empathetic to your desire to just get it done. A big boon for me was when I managed to slip back into the regular sizes, albeit it sizes 14 & 16. It sure beats 24s! Set your sites on your first goal and let that be the motivation to keep going even when things aren't evident to you. Just last week, after not losing a single ounce, I walked into the office and a secretary exclaimed, "You are just melting away so fast!" That was just what I needed that day. Keep up the good work.

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          • #6
            Re: Ketostix

            Well that is wonderful! It must have made you feel so good to hear her say that! Keep up the great work and we will kick this metabolism stealer-menopause's butt! I am glad that you and others have been so supportive, we have to stick together!
            sigpicKaren
            48 year old married female

            SW/170/7-14-08
            CW/130/4-9-09 :)
            First Mini goal-160---8/5/08:tongue:
            Second mg----150--10/8/08:tongue:
            Third mg------140-12/14/08;)
            GW/130-4-9-09:rose:

            :clover::coffee::ireland:

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            • #7
              Re: Ketostix

              I need to buy some Ketosticks! I am anxious to find out what's happening in that area!!!!! I'm 24 but I've never seriously gone about losing weight, even though I've tried a gazillion + 1 diets but I KNOW (orriginally I said hope) this is it for me!
              Have a Beautiful Day

              :unitedstaBonnie Rose:unitedsta

              Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Calorie Counter




              SW: 230
              CW: 220
              GW: 110


              MAIN GOALS
              - 10 lbs by July 28th *Dr's appt w/ endo* GOAL MET!!! :dancing1
              - 23 lbs Oct 1st
              - 45 lbs Jan 1st
              - 75 lbs by May 13th, 2009 *my 3rd anniversary*
              - 110 lbs by Hawaii Trip sometime in August 2009

              CURRENT STAGE:
              Extended Induction:


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              • #8
                Re: Ketostix

                Hi bonnie rose--i think it's good just to know that you are working the program. That was why I got them--I was hoping that even if I wasn't losing massive amounts of weight, that I would be able to look at the stick and know that I was on track. I too, have been on a gazillion diets--hopefully this plan is the ticket to our new lives!
                sigpicKaren
                48 year old married female

                SW/170/7-14-08
                CW/130/4-9-09 :)
                First Mini goal-160---8/5/08:tongue:
                Second mg----150--10/8/08:tongue:
                Third mg------140-12/14/08;)
                GW/130-4-9-09:rose:

                :clover::coffee::ireland:

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                • #9
                  Re: Ketostix

                  I didnt read everyone's responses, but I learned from someone on this site that if it is dark purple you are dehydrated and need more water...

                  SO! I think medium is perfect.

                  I check mine once every 3 days... because I weigh myself every day and I don't want to many things to start feeling like chores.
                  ~* Laura *~


                  I will never give up.

                  F/25/5'3"



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                  • #10
                    Re: Ketostix

                    Hey thanks! I never thought of that. I am drinking tons of water because I am so darn thirsty--so that must be the reason.
                    sigpicKaren
                    48 year old married female

                    SW/170/7-14-08
                    CW/130/4-9-09 :)
                    First Mini goal-160---8/5/08:tongue:
                    Second mg----150--10/8/08:tongue:
                    Third mg------140-12/14/08;)
                    GW/130-4-9-09:rose:

                    :clover::coffee::ireland:

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