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I tried Keto for only 1 1/2 weeks a few years ago. I became ill and was hospitalized, my gallbladder was removed. Not sure if this diet/lifestyle is all to blame but it triggered it in my mind. Some people say their blood sugar has stabilized more. I have hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar, not diabetes) and I was fainting during the 1 1/2 weeks (4 times in public). I wasn’t doing it for long but it threw my system out of whack.  
 
I ended up having a vertical gastric sleeve done and it has been a life saver. I have lost 180lbs so far in this 3 year journey (with a pregnancy thrown in). You learn very quickly to eat small meals, take your time eating. What you choose to put in your body is up to you.  
 
This post is of my experience. I will never do a “diet” again. It’s a lifestyle change you need if you want to keep the weight off. I recommend trying an appointment with a dietician. I saw a few afterwards to help out with my new lifestyle change. Maybe they can give you some insight on what needs changing?  
 
Best of luck.

With having the blood sugar issues I definitely could not start full Keto off the start. PB was my best friend. When I felt things getting low I ate a big spoon of PB. I got into it slowly because I knew that my sugar would crash and I would be in big trouble.  
 
Things are good now but once I eat sweets it definitely takes me a bit longer to get back to Keto. Too many Easter treats yesterday and now my body instantly wants it again.

I found one thing that helped was using smaller dishes. (bowls/plates) The food portion then looks like it is more.  
 
Portion control is very important for a better lifestyle.  
 
Along with watching the small things like butter (do we really need as much as we use): dressings: condiments: spices: etc.  
 
I got side tracked last year so have to get back on the bandwagon with following a healthy diet.  
 
AND don't forget there are salads every where including fast food places. If you need some protein add chicken breast (not breaded though).