Ketone strip test results

[The Razorback fan]

Howdy folks. This is around my 5th day on Atkins. I am drinking more than 100 oz of water daily, but not the 200 oz recommended for my weight. (I am over 400 lbs) I haven't cheated. Here is my question. Tonight I tested my urine with a keton strip. The result showed a color that was slightly darker than the small or 15 mg and somewhat lighter than the moderate 40 mg. Is that normal? Or have I made a mistake somewhere??? I should note that I take medication called Geodon which I have heard makes weight loss difficult. Not sure if that would affect the ketosis or not??

[Elizellen]

Re: Ketone strip test results

Hi Razorback

It looks as if you are into ketosis already if you get any change in colour, so well done

And congratulations on sticking to plan so well too

As for water, as long as you are getting more than the recommended 8 x 8 fluid ounces (which you are doing excellently) you should be fine. I know some people recommend drinking the same number of fluid ounces as half your body weight in pounds, but that is just their opinion, not a rule of Dr Atkins.

[Georgiana]

Re: Ketone strip test results

Tonight I tested my urine with a keton strip. The result showed a color that was slightly darker than the small or 15 mg and somewhat lighter than the moderate 40 mg. Is that normal?

Ketosticks are not reliable. You can be in ketosis without changing the color. And as Elizellen already pointed out, any color change is a confirmation of ketosis. However, the color does not guarantee weight loss, nor is an indicator of your weight loss rate.

have I made a mistake somewhere???

It's impossible to say based on the color of the sticks. But if you want to post a complete menu, including quantities and net carbs, we can definitely give you some feedback.

[atkinsgal08]

Re: Ketone strip test results

Check out this article:

https://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-low-carb-dieting-faqs/82407-article-ketostix-color.html