Name: Keto Advanced 180
Brand: HealthElite
Availability: PreOrder
Rating: 4.8 (2100 reviews)

Question 1

Do I need to follow a keto diet for this to work?

Accepted Answer

While Keto Advanced 180 provides maximum benefits on a low-carb or ketogenic diet, it can still offer advantages without strict keto. Non-keto users experience appetite suppression, mental clarity, and enhanced energy. However, if you eat a high-carb diet, your body will prioritize burning the exogenous ketones and dietary glucose rather than stored body fat. For fat loss, combining with at least moderate carb restriction (under 100g/day) significantly improves results.

Question 2

What's the difference between endogenous and exogenous ketones?

Accepted Answer

Endogenous ketones are produced naturally by your liver when you restrict carbohydrates and deplete glycogen stores—this is dietary ketosis. Exogenous ketones are ketones taken as a supplement from outside the body. Both raise blood ketone levels and provide the same metabolic fuel. The key difference is that exogenous ketones work immediately without requiring dietary restriction, making them ideal for getting into ketosis faster or recovering from a carb-heavy meal.

Question 3

Will exogenous ketones break my fast?

Accepted Answer

This depends on your fasting goals. From a ketosis perspective, BHB actually enhances the fasted state by elevating ketones. For autophagy (cellular cleanup), BHB doesn't appear to significantly inhibit this process. However, the calories in BHB salts (~15-20 per serving) technically break a strict water fast. Most intermittent fasters use exogenous ketones during their fasting window without issues, as the metabolic benefits outweigh the minimal calories.

Question 4

Can exogenous ketones help with keto flu?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this is one of the primary benefits. Keto flu symptoms—fatigue, headaches, brain fog, irritability—largely result from low ketone levels during the transition period and electrolyte imbalances. Exogenous BHB immediately provides the ketones your brain is craving, while the mineral salts (magnesium, calcium, sodium) help restore electrolyte balance. Most users report significant relief from keto flu symptoms within 30 minutes of taking BHB.

Question 5

How do I know if I'm in ketosis?

Accepted Answer

You can measure ketosis with blood, breath, or urine ketone meters. Blood meters (measuring BHB) are most accurate—levels of 0.5-3.0 mmol/L indicate nutritional ketosis. After taking exogenous ketones, blood BHB typically rises to 0.5-1.5 mmol/L within an hour. Signs of ketosis include: reduced appetite, increased energy, improved mental focus, slight fruity breath, and decreased sugar cravings.

Question 6

Can I take this before working out?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely—this is one of the best uses for exogenous ketones. Taking BHB 30-45 minutes before exercise provides clean, sustained energy without the crash of pre-workout stimulants. Ketones spare muscle glycogen, allowing for longer endurance. Many endurance athletes (cyclists, marathon runners) use exogenous ketones for this performance advantage. It also works well for high-intensity training and weight lifting.

Question 7

Are there any side effects from BHB supplements?

Accepted Answer

Some users experience mild digestive discomfort (gas, bloating) when first starting, usually due to the magnesium content. Starting with one capsule and building up helps. The sodium content may be a concern for those on sodium-restricted diets—consult your doctor. BHB can also cause a mild diuretic effect, so staying hydrated is important. Most side effects diminish within a few days as your body adapts.

Question 8

How is this different from raspberry ketones?

Accepted Answer

Despite similar names, these are completely different compounds. BHB (Beta-Hydroxybutyrate) is an actual ketone body that your body uses for fuel—the same molecule your liver produces during fasting or carb restriction. Raspberry ketones are an aromatic compound from raspberries that has no relation to metabolic ketones and cannot fuel your cells or raise blood ketone levels. BHB actually puts you in ketosis; raspberry ketones do not.

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