Breathing is a vital function of the body, providing oxygen to the blood and removing carbon dioxide from the body.
On a keto diet, significant attention is given to the quality of breathing, as ketosis requires sufficient oxygen supply for optimal functioning.
Deep and regular breathing helps improve fat metabolism processes, which is important when following a keto regimen.
On a keto diet, an increased amount of ketones in the blood can lead to the appearance of a characteristic smell in the exhaled air, often described as “fruity” or “sweet.” This smell is due to the release of acetone through the lungs in the process of fat metabolism into ketones.
Although this symptom may be unpleasant for some people, it is a common side effect when following a keto diet.
