Wiktionary(1.00 / 1 vote)Rate this definition: quantity(Noun) A fundamental, generic term used when referring to the measurement (count, amount) of a scalar, vector, number of items or to some other way of denominating the value of a collection or group of items. You have to choose between quantity and quality.
When the body is making and using ketones we say that the body is in a state of ketosis. Ketosis begins after about 48 hours (2 days) or water fast for women, or about 72 hours (3 days) of water fast for men.
That's about 3 slices of bread, a cup of low-fat fruit yogurt, or two small bananas. You can start ketosis by fasting, too. Doctors may put children who have epilepsy on a ketogenic diet, a special high-fat, very low-carb and protein plan, because it might help prevent seizures.Adults with epilepsy sometimes eat modified Atkins diets. Some research suggests that ketogenic diets can help lower your risk of heart disease.ou can start ketosis by fasting, too. Doctors may put children who have epilepsy on a ketogenic diet, a special high-fat, very low-carb and protein plan, because it might help prevent seizures.