You are very calm and composed but feel so irritated these days. Ah! Got it! There is a possibility that the cause of irritability is your low-carb diet. You may be missing fresh, well-tossed pasta, crisp baked potatoes, warm fillings, and soft cookies. You can blame all of them. But it is the adaptation process your body has to take through when you switch over to a low-carb or we could say keto diet. Your irritability is more physiological and psychological and soon fades away within a few weeks as well as your mood may improve within a few weeks.
When you are on a high-carb diet, the sugar you consume from the digestion of carbohydrates contributes to being the main source of energy for your body. But once carbs are restricted from your diet, your body has to rely more on fats from your diet and body stores. Ketones produced as by-products of burning fats are an excellent source of energy for the body. This transition is tough and may require some time. We can also say that it is common to experience such side effects when switching from a high-to-a-low-carb diet. But these side effects are only temporary.
To make this transition easier, follow these tips:
Keep yourself well hydrated. Drink plenty of water.
Adding 1 or 2 spoons more butter to every meal is a great way to make your meals healthier.
Add more salt to your food.
Try to remain calm. Do light exercises like yoga and walking.
Do meditation.