It’s been 5 weeks since I started the keto diet. But for the last two weeks, I have had extremely offensive breath. It’s so terrible that it ruining my social life. Last week I missed my best friend’s birthday party because I was afraid of my foul breath. I used to brush, floss, and scrape my tongue, but it was of no use. I even visited my dentist, but it was unrelated to my oral hygiene. Does anyone who starts the keto diet face the same issue between weeks 3 and 6? I want to stick to the keto diet. I have reached a milestone and am looking forward to more. But this foul breath I’m afraid can broker deals. Can anyone help me?
Let me help you out. Before and after photographs of people showing weight loss transitions on social media have given immense popularity to the keto diet which is high-fat and low-carb based. As it restricts carb intake, it puts the body into a metabolic state called ketosis. This is where the body burns fats instead of carbohydrates as a source of energy, resulting in weight loss. But the keto diet has its side effects. Keto flu is one of the most common side effects. Everyone has heard and knows. Keto breath is another common side effect many are unaware of. Keto breath can be described as a metallic taste in the mouth and a sweet, fruity smell like nail paint remover. Don’t worry! During ketosis, ketones are produced in our bodies, which are exhaled. This is not long-lasting and will disappear as soon as your body gets used to carb deficiency. In between try these remedies.
Drink enough water.
Try to add more leafy green veggies like kale and spinach to your diet.
Chew sugar-free gum.
Add natural mouth fresheners like mint, cloves, and lime to your water.