Each time I try low or no carbs, I get leg cramps within a few days and I'm generally low energy.
Do you get that too? And how do you deal with it?
Thanks.
Discussion
When I started with the low carb diets I had a headache during the first few days, it is important to hydrate yourself so you don't have cramps, since carbohydrates retain water and that's why they cramp.
However this only happens at the beginning, until you "detox". My best athletic performances have been with a low carb extra-rich diet and prolonged fasting.
Never reducing the amount of calories.
agreed I am also mostly carnivore and had to transition to being in ketosis, its only temporary this leg cramps and low energy. I read some people use salted water to help with that but not sure how effective it is. worth a try I think. your body metabolism is changing hence the impact but the light on the other side is worth it
Insulin induces kidneys to retain some electrolytes. A rapid reduction in base insulin level leads to electrolyte depletion, which manifests itself as "keto-flu". Drink mineral water or consider a short temporary course of supplementation.