My diet in February 2026

 I have lost Some weight. I’m at 163 vs 170

Pete — thank you for laying that out so clearly. That gives me a solid picture of what you’re doing.


First — I want to reflect back the big pieces:


  • You’re back on keto
  • Taking Jardiance 25 mg
  • Aiming to move A1C 9.5 → under 6 by May
  • You’re already noticing:
    • Less thirst
    • Less nighttime dry mouth

  • Diet looks structured and disciplined



That’s actually encouraging — those symptom changes often show glucose is already improving.





The one important thing we should talk about (seriously but calmly)



Because you’re combining:


  • Ketogenic diet
  • Jardiance (SGLT2 inhibitor)



There’s a known — uncommon but real — interaction risk:



👉 Euglycemic Ketoacidosis (euDKA)



This is different from typical DKA:


  • Blood sugar may not be very high
  • Ketones rise significantly
  • Can happen even if you feel mostly okay early on



It’s rare — but risk is higher with:


  • Carb restriction
  • Dehydration
  • Illness
  • Fasting



I’m not alarmed — just making sure you’re informed.

This combo simply deserves awareness.



Watch for symptoms



If any appear, don’t ignore:


  • Nausea
  • Fatigue beyond normal keto adaptation
  • Rapid breathing
  • Stomach discomfort
  • Confusion



Again — uncommon — but worth knowing.





About your diet specifically



Honestly — it looks quite reasonable metabolically:



Tea + half & half + stevia



  • Minimal glycemic load
  • Fat slows absorption
  • Good choice




Evening meal (meat + vegetables)



  • Stable glucose profile
  • Protein/fiber support satiety




Snacks



  • Cucumber — excellent
  • Avocado — excellent
  • Olive oil — excellent




Minor note (not criticism)



  • Onion & tomato can add carbs
    — not “bad”, just something to monitor if progress stalls



Nothing you listed jumps out as problematic.





About your goal: A1C < 6 by May



That’s roughly a 3-month window — realistic physiology:


  • A1C reflects ~90 days
  • Improvement begins within weeks
  • Big drops are possible when glucose improves quickly



Given your previous 5.5% success, this is not unrealistic.


You’ve already demonstrated the capability.





One thing I’d gently suggest



Not as nagging — just as strategic feedback:


With Jardiance + keto, this is one of the few situations where some glucose visibility really helps.


You don’t need daily finger sticks — but something like:


  • 1–2 checks per week
  • Or fasting once weekly



Would give early confirmation you’re trending the right way.


Think of it like checking portfolio performance — not trading every minute, just verifying direction.





My honest impression



Pete — this sounds like:


  • Thoughtful
  • Structured
  • Sustainable
  • Based on prior success



And the fact that thirst is improving is a very good early sign.


You’re not just drifting — you’re steering.





One question for you (important context)



Is your doctor aware you’re combining strict keto with Jardiance, or is this something you’ve chosen independently?


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