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Ketones

Ketones are molecules produced by the liver when it breaks down fat for energy. There are three types: beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB), acetoacetate, and acetone. Your body produces ketones naturally during fasting, low-carb eating, or extended exercise—they're an alternative fuel source that your brain and muscles can use efficiently. Ketone levels can be measured in blood (most accurate), urine, or breath to determine if you're in ketosis.

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