Clinical Protocol

7-Day Ketosis Optimization Plan

A strict nutritional strategy to induce and maintain nutritional ketosis, optimizing fat oxidation and ketone body production.

Protocol Objectives
Carbohydrate Restriction

Limit net carbohydrates to <30g per day to deplete liver glycogen and force the body to produce ketones.

Healthy Fat Loading

Prioritize healthy fats (avocados, olive oil, coconut oil) as the primary fuel source (70-75% of calories).

MCT Oil Integration

Use Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs) which bypass digestion and are converted directly into ketones by the liver.

Moderate Protein

Keep protein intake moderate to prevent gluconeogenesis (conversion of excess protein into glucose).

Day 1 Glycogen Depletion
Breakfast
Coffee with MCT Oil & Butter
Bulletproof-style to jumpstart ketones.
Lunch
Cobb Salad with Ranch
High fat dressing, no croutons.
Dinner
Ribeye Steak with Butter
Fatty cut of meat is essential.
Day 2 Fat Adaptation
Breakfast
3 Eggs with Bacon & Avocado
Classic keto staple.
Lunch
Tuna Salad in Lettuce Wraps
Use full-fat mayo.
Dinner
Salmon with Asparagus in Ghee
Ghee provides butyrate.
Day 3 Deep Ketosis
Breakfast
Macadamia Nuts & Black Coffee
Lowest carb nut option.
Lunch
Salami & Cheese Plate
Zero carb protein/fat source.
Dinner
Chicken Thighs with Skin
Cooked in coconut oil.
Day 4 Electrolyte Balance
Breakfast
Spinach & Feta Omelet
Add salt for sodium replacement.
Lunch
Burger Patty with Guacamole
No bun, extra avocado.
Dinner
Pork Chop with Cauliflower Mash
Use heavy cream in mash.
Day 5 Intermittent Fasting
Breakfast
Black Coffee (Fasted)
Extend overnight fast to 16 hours.
Lunch
Egg Salad with Chives
Break fast with fat/protein.
Dinner
Beef Curry with Coconut Milk
High fat coconut base.
Day 6 Mitochondrial Boost
Breakfast
Chia Pudding (Coconut Milk)
High fiber, high fat.
Lunch
Sardines in Olive Oil
Eat the oil too.
Dinner
Zucchini Noodles Carbonara
Cream & bacon sauce.
Day 7 Maintenance
Breakfast
Cream Cheese Pancakes
Almond flour & egg base.
Lunch
Leftover Beef Curry
Meal prep friendly.
Dinner
Roasted Duck Legs
Duck fat is excellent fuel.

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Protocol Guidelines & Science
Salt is Essential

Low insulin levels cause kidneys to dump sodium. Salt your food liberally to prevent 'keto flu' symptoms like headaches and fatigue.

Hidden Carbs

Be vigilant about sauces and dressings. A single tablespoon of BBQ sauce can knock you out of ketosis.

Scientific References:
1. Volek, J. S., & Phinney, S. D. (2011). 'The Art and Science of Low Carbohydrate Living.' Beyond Obesity.
2. Paoli, A., et al. (2013). 'Beyond weight loss: a review of the therapeutic uses of very-low-carbohydrate (ketogenic) diets.' European Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
3. Gibson, A. A., et al. (2015). 'Do ketogenic diets really suppress appetite? A systematic review and meta-analysis.' Obesity Reviews.