To get into ketosis fast, key strategies include fasting for at least 12 hours before starting a very low-carb ketogenic diet to quickly deplete glycogen stores, consuming medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil which is rapidly converted to ketones, increasing physical activity especially in a fasted state to burn through remaining glucose, and maintaining a high intake of healthy fats while keeping carb intake very low (usually below 20-50 grams per day). Some also use intermittent fasting, fat fasting (consuming mostly fat calories for a short period), or exogenous ketone supplements to accelerate entering ketosis. It typically takes 2-4 days to reach ketosis, but these methods can speed up the process. Staying hydrated and managing electrolytes also help with side effects during the transition.

Main Ways to Enter Ketosis Faster

• Fast for 12+ hours before starting keto to deplete glycogen faster.
• Severely restrict carbs (under 20-50g/day).
• Increase physical activity, ideally in a fasted state.
• Use MCT oil supplements for quicker ketone production.
• Consider intermittent fasting or fat fasting.
• Optionally, try exogenous ketone supplements for rapid ketosis.
• Stay hydrated and supplement electrolytes to minimize keto flu symptoms.

These methods combined can help transition into ketosis more rapidly than diet alone.