This probably doesn’t represent much true fat
loss—it’s just your body’s way of letting go
of some of the physical effects of your old
way of eating.
Days 8 to 14: Most people report that their
“carb flu” symptoms are gone by the very end
of the second week. During this week, most
people report falling asleep faster, sleeping
better, and more consistent energy levels. At
this point, your body is already more efficient
at using fat (dietary and body fat) as fuel.
Once your metabolism has become “fat
adapted,” you’ll notice that your energy levels
are much more stable than they ever were
with processed foods and an incessant influx
of sugar.
However, although you are starting to feel
better, the healing process takes much longer
than a week or two. Digestive distress is
common and may take a few months to
completely resolve. The inflammation-