Diabetic ketoacidosis is not caused by simple elevation in ketones. It is a whole cascade of events that starts with either lack of insulin or severe insulin resistance and continued high carb consumption. Blood glucose over 13 (240mm/dl), and no insulin or severe insulin resistance (body doesn't listen to insulin) is what starts ketoacidosis. Think of it as an endocrine system storm. Ketoacidosis is a part of this whole storm, but is not the problem itself. What happens: Elevated blood glucose (to the point where it is spilling into the urine, damaging the body tissues). Body goes into damage control: releasing calories from fat (ketones) into the blood stream because the sugar isn't usable, either insulin isn't there or body...
Understanding Ketosis and Its Symptoms What Is Ketosis?Ketosis is a metabolic state achieved by following a low-carbohydrate diet, where the body shifts from burning glucose (sugar) to burning fat for energy. By minimizing carbohydrate intake, the body produces less blood glucose after meals. Without sufficient glucose, the pancreas does not release insulin (a hormone responsible for storing fat). With low insulin levels, the body starts breaking down stored fat, releasing ketones into the bloodstream. These ketones serve as an alternative energy source, signaling that the body is in ketosis. While in this state, ketones can be detected in the urine, and various symptoms may arise as the body adjusts.Recognizing Ketosis SymptomsFor most people starting a low-carb diet, ketosis begins within...
