Almost Fainted
Does anyone else get blood pressure drops on keto? More often than not, when I get out of bed or stand to quickly, I get really dizzy and almost pass out. I just got out of a short bath and had to lay on the floor until I could move to the bed where I finally took my bp and it was 102/60. I'm first curious if this is normal? I'm meeting all of my macros everyday and i keep my carbs around 14 on average.
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Just curious if you are fasting as well? How long you have been in keto? Ketosis causes alot of water loss which in turn leads to electrolyte loss too. An imbalance in sodium or potassiums can cause issues with blood pressure. Its not only important to stay hydrated, make sure you are replenishing with salts as well. When i first started fasting i was drinking homemade chicken broth.
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This happens to me when I’m dehydrated and need to replace my electrolytes. Broth with salt, pink Himalayan salt, avocados, trace mineral drops, sugar free electrolyte powders & Epsom salts in my bath are things I use for electrolyte replacement.
If it continues try increasing your carbs.
Also talk to your doctor especially if you are taking any medications.
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Thanks everyone! Figured it out and started doubling my potassium and magnesium vits.
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It sounds like your electrolytes are off. You should be getting sodium, magnesium and potassium by food or supplements.
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I agree with rachelalexis237560, Ketosis causes a lot of water loss which in turn leads to electrolyte loss too. Make sure whenever you take a bath it includes a few drops of lemon juice, so that the BP will stay stable after the shower. One more thing here I would like to add is to have a carpet flooring Sacramento from the site:www.zothexflooring.com , as in case you fall down from the stairs, you won't get injured because of tiles, or hard floors.
