There are 2 ways to support ketone levels in your body:

• Endogenous ketosis (your body generates ketones naturally through a process called ketogenesis), or
• Exogenous ketones (ketones sourced outside of your body, e.g. Ketone-IQ and other ketone nutritional products).

These two approaches are not mutually exclusive.

To encourage endogenous ketone production, people may take part in endurance activity, follow low-carb/"keto" eating patterns, or practice intermittent fasting. These lifestyle choices can lead to lower blood glucose and depleted glycogen (stored sugar). In response, your body may trigger ketogenesis — the breakdown of fat to create ketones for fuel.

Ketones serve as one of the body’s natural fuel sources, and the brain can utilize ketones for energy. Our bodies evolved to use ketones between meals. Sustained endogenous ketone production (such as long-term keto eating) can be challenging for many people to maintain, and may not fit everyone’s daily or active lifestyle.

That’s where ketone nutritional products (like Ketone-IQ) come in. These are known as Exogenous Ketones ("exo" meaning "external"). These products supply ketone compounds that can be absorbed into your bloodstream, helping you add ketone support without fasting, calorie or carb limitation, or depleting glycogen stores through exercise.

Research around blood ketone levels continues to expand. Many studies examine blood ketone concentrations between 1.0–2.5 mmol/L. Ketone-IQ offers a convenient way to help support blood ketone levels within this range.

Below is a brief overview of findings from ketone research.

• Cognitive Performance Research: Studies note ketones can cross the blood-brain barrier. Research shows ketones generate 28% more ATP per gram than glucose. As a natural fuel source for the brain, ketones are being studied for their potential as an energy substrate for brain cells.
• Physical Performance Research: Research explores the link between ketone availability and physical activity. In one study, participants consuming ketone compounds over a 3-week overtraining period observed a 15% increase in measured power output within the study setting. Ketones are studied as an alternative fuel source during athletic activity.
• Metabolic Health and Appetite Research: Research has examined the relationship between ketones and ghrelin (the hunger hormone). Findings suggest ketone presence may influence ghrelin levels in study participants. Appetite shifts may support people following mindful eating routines.

Research into exogenous ketones, including R-1,3-Butanediol, also explores their potential association with steady blood sugar readings in study trials.

We recommend using Ketone-IQ alongside healthy lifestyle habits such as regular movement and mindful carb and sugar intake.

Enjoy it whenever you are looking for an alternative fuel source.

Here are some of our favorite moments to use it:

• each morning as part of your daily routine,
• during work sessions,
• before, during, or after gym sessions,
• as an option for afternoon moments, without coffee…
  you name it!

We recommend taking 1–3 servings daily. Many users spread servings throughout the day, while others choose multiple servings at once as their preferred way of use.

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Ketones serve as one of the body’s natural energy substrates. Ketone-IQ can fit within many lifestyle and nutrition plans, whether you follow a keto eating pattern or not.

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All ingredients within Ketone-IQ align with WADA requirements and are eligible for use across many levels of sport.

For your peace of mind, every production lot undergoes third-party batch testing to verify compliance.

Many people take Ketone-IQ while practicing fasting routines for weight management, mental clarity and sustained energy.

Many users report Ketone-IQ helps them stay comfortable during fasting periods.

Ketone-IQ contains ketones (ketones carry energy, and energy equals calories). If you follow a strict zero-calorie fasting protocol, it will break your fast.