Drink regularly
Distribute water intake throughout the day, avoiding large quantities concentrated within only a few hours.
Drainage, digestion, and nutritional support
How to manage fluids, minerals, acid-base balance, and gut health during the Oloprotein Diet and controlled ketogenic programs.
Fluid balance
A targeted approach to everyday well-being.
Essential minerals
To support energy and proper function
Intestinal well-being
For more comfortable digestion
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Integrated into the Kiros Diet method
Why drainage and digestion change during the Oloproteic Diet
The Oloproteic Diet markedly reduces carbohydrate intake. In the initial stages, this change may decrease glycogen stores and the water associated with them, increasing diuresis and altering the balance of sodium, potassium and magnesium. Fatigue, cramps, headaches or weakness should therefore not be addressed with standard solutions, but interpreted by the professional within the context of the entire protocol.
Digestion may also change. The different composition of meals, the reduction of certain foods and changes in fibre intake can affect bloating, regularity and intestinal comfort. To understand how the overall programme works, see how the Oloproteic Diet works.
Drainage during a ketogenic diet: water or fat loss?
A rapid decrease in weight during the first few days does not necessarily correspond to an equivalent reduction in body fat. Part of it may be due to the water associated with glycogen. For this reason, drainage during a ketogenic diet should be considered as part of fluid management and personal comfort, not as a shortcut to weight loss.
Within the Kiros Diet method, formulas such as Bodydrain and De:tox may be considered to support the physiological elimination of fluids and the function of the body's excretory organs. The choice depends on the composition of the formula, the clinical profile, medications being taken and the stage of the protocol. These products do not replace hydration, physical activity or appropriate sodium management.
Minerals and acid-base balance during ketosis
Ketone bodies are weak acids. During ketogenic therapy, such as the Oloproteic Diet, the body uses bicarbonates, phosphates, proteins and minerals to maintain acid-base balance. Managing potassium, magnesium, calcium and sodium therefore becomes an important factor, particularly when ketosis is more intense or prolonged.
A scientific review by Maria D’Elia, Giuseppe Castaldo and Luca Rastrelli analysed the potential role of bicarbonates, potassium citrate, magnesium and calcium in reducing certain complications associated with acid load, such as cramps, mineral imbalances and the risk of kidney stones. The authors also emphasise that dosage should be personalised and accompanied by regular monitoring.
Among the Kiros solutions, Alkaline combines mineral citrates and bicarbonates, while Kalium is offered as a reduced-sodium food salt containing potassium and magnesium.
Microbiota, bloating and intestinal regularity
The intestinal microbiota plays a role in digestion, metabolite production and communication between the gut, immune system and nervous system. However, bloating, flatulence, constipation or diarrhoea may have different causes and should not automatically be attributed to a single alteration in the intestinal flora.
The Re:fresh, Colondrain and Acand formulations have different compositions and purposes. Re:fresh combines Triphala, Ganoderma, chamomile and Lithothamnium; Colondrain is aimed at supporting regular intestinal transit, while Acand combines plant extracts traditionally used in the context of intestinal balance. Selection should take into account symptoms, clinical history, diet and ongoing therapies.
Good practices for fluids, minerals and digestion
Do not supplement minerals on your own
Potassium and magnesium may interact with clinical conditions and medications.
Adjust fibre and vegetables
The amount compatible with the ketogenic phase should be agreed with the professional.
Pay attention to persistent symptoms
Cramps, palpitations, marked weakness, vomiting or prolonged intestinal disorders require assessment.
Measure more than weight
Body composition, circumferences and clinical parameters help distinguish changes in fluids from changes in body fat.
Coordinated support, not simply a collection of products
Drainage products, minerals and digestive supplements can be useful only when they address a real need. The guiding principle is to coordinate nutrition, hydration, supplementation and monitoring, avoiding overlaps or combinations chosen solely on the basis of a symptom.
To learn more about how the different formulations fit into the protocol, see the role of Kiros supplements in the Oloproteic Diet .
Why do you lose fluids at the beginning of the ketogenic diet?
Reducing carbohydrate intake depletes glycogen stores and the water associated with them. Consequently, part of the initial weight loss may be due to fluid loss.
Does a draining product cause fat loss?
No. Drainage relates to fluid management and is not equivalent to reducing fat mass.
Why might cramps or fatigue occur?
Increased diuresis can alter the balance of sodium, potassium, and magnesium. Symptoms should be evaluated before taking minerals on one's own.
Are alkalizing salts always necessary?
No. They can be considered based on the protocol, the intensity of ketosis, test results, and individual conditions.
Can the ketogenic diet cause constipation?
Changes in the intake of fiber, fluids, and food can alter transit. Any adjustments must remain compatible with the current stage of the process.
Are Re:fresh, Colondrain, and Acand interchangeable?
No. They have different compositions and purposes, and the choice between them should be based on the specific problem and clinical history.
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