Bad Breath
Many people who follow the ketogenic diet and other comparable eating plans, such as the Atkins diet, claim they experience strange, fruity breath. Ketone bodies can be secreted in the breath and give off a fruity, unpleasant smell as the body begins metabolizing. Bad breath is a common adverse effect of reaching complete ketosis.
High ketone levels bring on bad breath. Acetone, which is a ketone that leaves the body through urine and breath, is the main culprit. While this bad breath might not be the best for your social life, it could be a sign that your diet is working. Ketosis breath cannot be eliminated. However, it may get better over time.
Using sugar-free gum or brushing your teeth multiple times daily can fix the problem. If you use gum or other substitutes, such as sugar-free beverages, inspect the nutrition label for carbohydrates. These items could cause a drop in ketone levels and increase blood sugar.
