Yes. In the EU we ship from the EU our Ke4 and Ketone Shot. Outside the EU, we ship almost everywhere, and from the USA. Including Hard Ketones but it is very expensive, so avoid the 12oz drinks. Mexico, Russia, and Israel are currently the only countries that we can not ship anything to because they never make it. We do not refund the shipping fee for lost packages, the risk is on you, you are free to use a mail forwarding service.

No it is not. Unlike the weaker Ketone Salts, the Ketone Ester can be used by non-Keto people.

Two main differences. First, most Ketone Salts are “racemic” which means it is only 50% bioavailable (only half of it can be used by the body as fuel). Secondly, the Salts have a MASSIVE salt load, often buried under the lesser known salts like potassium, magnesium and calcium. Often exceeding 2-4 grams. Which is fine while entering a keto diet for a week, but after which, good luck getting your rings off.

Yes! Not to help one go to sleep, but to increase deep sleep. See our Instagram page for dozens of Oura ring data showing results.

Unless guided by a professional, generally, no, we do not recommend trying to use Ketone Ester when first entering into a Ketogenic Diet. Too many variables and too likely you will get the Keto Flu and blame the drink. Instead, do it through the traditional 80% fat route. It can be used as part of a program led by a nutritionist.

Sure. We don’t scream about “110% Satisfaction Guaranteed” like some bogus supplements, because we didn’t want to look like them. It is pretty simple, if you don’t like it, let us know. Sure we would love a chance to help you tweak the protocol, but regardless, yes we will refund your small bottle order. Refund limited to $100.

Sorry, we wish. But the ester and MCT C8 Oil compete with each other and the oil may block the ester, and oftentimes the mix leads to horrible GI, not seen with the ester alone.

Yes. We have hundreds of customers on our Facebook Group, join and see how others use it, and share protocols. They share what worked and what did NOT work!

OMAD Fasting

Multi Day Fasting

Sort of! It costs nearly the same to ship 2 cans as 12, so we just set our minimum order to a 12-pack. That way, you can try 2 or 3, and if it’s not for you, just text in your order #, and we'll ask 3 questions, then refund all 12 and send a return label. It’s actually cheaper than a trial pack! (Note: Doesn't work with Kratom or SSRIs use.)

We don't know exactly WHY Kratom, SSRI, SNRI use blocks the Ketohol. When we get returns we ask a few questions and 90% of the time these 3 ingredients came up. Something about Gaba receptors being blown out. Kratom is a heroin alternative. Very addictive and strong (quit now if you can!!). We don't know if you need to be off Kratom for 1 week, 1 month or 1 yr. No idea. And we don't suggest even trying it to see what will happen, because it seems to always block it.

All breathalyzers and urine tests will test for ethanol alcohol, or the byproduct acetaldehyde. So it will not show up. But you can still get a DUI (like you would for THC) so don't drive if impaired. As for blood tests, once a higher end blood test gave a false positive. It is best to show your employer/parole officer what you wish to take. More on quality and clinical trials.

“Ketone drinks”, also know as exogenous ketones, are beverages that raise blood levels of β‑hydroxybutyrate (BHB)—the primary circulating ketone body. There are different ways to do this: Ketone Ester (also referred to as Ketone Monoester or Veech Ketone Ester), ketone salts, MCT oils/powders, and ketone diols (also called R 1,3 butanediol). These are not interchangeable; they differ in potency, speed, efficacy and side‑effects.

KME is a specific compound where D-BHB is ester‑bound to the precursor, R 1,3‑butanediol. It is the original ketone ester developed by Dr. Richard Veech and Todd King at the NIH in conjunction with $10+ Million in US military grants. KME is by far the most studied and effective exogenous ketone, used in 90+% of clinical studies (75+).

With KME, many users see blood (not urine or breathe) BHB rise within 10–20 minutes, often peaking ~30–60 minutes post‑dose. Salts, MCTs, and diols typically produce much lower increases per gram of material.

No. Exogenous ketones can elevate BHB independent of dietary carbohydrate intake. That said, response and perceived benefits can vary with diet, timing, and dose. Best results are seen when taking ketone esters on an empty stomach. (other ketones require it to be taken with food due to GI issues)

KME has been studied in controlled settings at a range of doses and is commonly used among professional sports. Rarely are GI effects reported at the doses recommended. (some trials use super high doses and do start to report a few cases of GI issues). Individuals with medical conditions should consult a clinician before use.

Other less studied ketone drinks can have other side effects. For example, larger amounts of R 1,3 Butanediol by itself can result in inebriation (we do not recommended for sport or when operating a vehicle). Ketone salt drinks can result in GI issues from too much salt in the GI tract and C8 MCT oil is known for stomach issues even at low doses.

KME taken without carbs could trigger a ketogenic-like state that could result in losing excess water and with that electrolytes. Hydrate as needed and consider increasing sodium/potassium intake, especially for endurance efforts.

Speak with your healthcare provider if you’re on medication. For alcohol: Hard Ketones products contain Ketohol™ (R‑1,3‑butanediol) and are non‑alcoholic but can be inebriating— do not drive or participate in high-risk sports after use. We do not recommend drinking any alcohol with or without ketones but many find Hard Ketones helps curb alcohol consumption. Some "pregame" with Hard Ketones to mitigate some of alcohol's fallout including lowering the desire to drink more alcohol. Most drink Hard Ketones instead of alcohol as a far healthier alternative.

We do not recommend any exogenous ketones for pregnant/nursing individuals or children unless specifically directed by a qualified clinician.

In certain conditions (especially long, steady aerobic work, KME may improve fuel flexibility and perceived exertion. Responses vary by athlete, dose, diet, and event type. We have recommended protocols on ketoneaid.com/protocol.

Some users like KME for mental clarity between efforts or to stabilize energy during long training days. There is some evidence KME can help build up mitochondria energy stores which can be later expressed in strength/power/sprints, but may not be a substitute for carbohydrates in glycolytic bursts. However, a blog video will be done soon with a Kayak sprinting group that did find a way to use ketones instead of glucose, but that is much more advanced.

Brain scans have shown increased Delta and Gamma activity (calm and alert) after ingesting KME. Many users report a clear, calm focus with KME. Mechanisms may involve stable BHB supply and reduced swings from caffeine or carbohydrates. Individual response varies.

KME often blunts appetite for 2–4 hours. This can support time‑restricted eating or fasting windows without stimulants. KME has been shown to decrease the production of ghrelin, the hunger hormone, reducing appetite.

Athletes use KME post‑session for recovery and next‑day readiness. This is KME's primary use among Tour de France riders with cyclist studies showing 15% more next day watts/ 15% faster when recovered with KME. Hydration, protein, sleep, and overall nutrition is still important. Note however that the clinical trials use much larger doses then what KetoneAid recommends. Some athletes take $5 worth, some take $25 worth.

Deeper dive refer to KetoneAid.com/Protocol

Typical: One or two times a day, take 5–10mL KetoneAid Ke4 (1-2 capfuls) or 1/2-1 bottle of KetoneAid Ketone Shot. We recommend finding your individual minimum effective dose. More is not necessarily better. A 100 lb female should start with 5ml of Ke4, a 160 lb male should start with taking 10ml of Ke4.

Sleep: 2–5mL Ke4 (1/2- 1 capful) or 1/4 - 1/2 bottle if taking KetoneAid Ketone Shot to enhance sleep. Take too much and you may experience the opposite and find yourself up and cleaning your closet at 3am.

Pro: Some pro athletes take 25-50 mL of Ke4 (up to 25g KME) for long aerobic sessions or max exertion recovery. Always start low, go slow, and track your response (RPE, HRV, subjective focus). Limit to 30g KME per day. Too much during a workout can lower blood glucose and blunt performance.

Many will take it twice daily on an empty stomach. Some will use it to skip breakfast and then again between lunch and dinner. Some will take it first thing in the morning and wait 2hr for breakfast and then between lunch and dinner.

Focus: 10-15 minutes before deep work; effects of caffeine will be multiplied (not always in a good way).

Endurance: 20 minutes pre‑session; top‑up mid‑long ride/run if needed.

Fasting/appetite: When hunger hits during a planned fast.

Take Ketone Ester on empty stomach for max benefit. Glucose from food may compete as the dominant fuel source and can negate the benefits of KME. Some prefer mixing the two, but that is tricky.

Yes, but use caution when combine KME use with caffeine. KME can multiply the effects of caffeine (not in a good way). Many will use ketone ester to help get them off of caffeine. As for adding salts, or better known as electrolytes, yes for sure.

Because they aren’t. Many ketone companies cite Ketone Ester data as if it were for their 'fake' ketone products, but it is simply not true. The form determines how high and how fast BHB rises, delivery —and which effects and side effects you may experience.

KME (aka Veech Ketone Monoester of simply Ketone Ester)- The King of Ketones

• Pros: By far, the most effective ketone. Fastest, largest, most predictable BHB rise; no mineral load; most human data. The ketone of choice for 90+% of clinical trials and used by 80% of Tour de France teams.
• Cons: Strong taste for our Ke4 Concentrate; some reports of GI sensitivity only with mega huge doses. Our diluted Ketone Shot does not have a strong taste and can be further diluted into water to become yummy.

Ketone Salts

• Pros: Easier flavoring; lower cost per serving.
• Cons: Heavy mineral load (Na/K/Ca/Mg) limits dose; smaller BHB rise; potential GI issues at higher servings.

C8 MCT Oil

• Pros: Tasteless; very mild BHB rise; very caloric fuel.
• Cons: GI tolerance varies. Also known as the "diarrea diet" for inflicting the runs even at low doses.

R-1,3-butanediol (aka 'Diol', Ketone Diol, R13, BDO)

• Pros: Can raise BHB, but much less than ketone ester. Can be inebriating and relaxing if that's your goal.
• Cons: Inebriating at higher doses; typically slower/smaller BHB blood level rise vs Ketone ester; tastes nasty in the raw form; safety considerations for driving/sport. Not for IQ.

Yes—particularly for Ketone Ester, including work on pharmacokinetics, endurance scenarios, cognitive domains, and metabolism. Many popular claims about “ketone drinks” cite KME data even when discussing non‑KME products. Read the methods section: if it wasn’t KME, the results probably will not apply.

Ketone Ester (minimal 2.5-5g active servings): ~0.5 - 1.0 mM depending on dose/body size/timing.

Ketone Ester (pro 10-30g of active): 1.5 - 3+ mM depending on dose/body size/timing.

Ketone Salts: Under 1 mM for recommended doses. Higher doses have salt load problems. Lower peaks.

C8 MCT: Under 0.5 mM for recommended doses. Higher doses have massive GI problems. Some will titrate to higher doses over time. Lower peak blood bhb.

Ketone diols: Under 1 mM for 10g dose. Higher doses have inebriation and relaxing affects. Lower peaks, not a slower release.

To see a rise in your blood BHB, the peak is 30-40min after taking it on an empty stomach (2+ hr no food). Only use a finger‑stick blood BHB meter like Keto Mojo. Don't use urine and breathe meters. For training blocks, log RPE, heart rate, power/pace, sleep, HRV, and subjective focus.

Many users notice improvements in HRV, REM sleep and resting heart rate. If taking before sleep it is best to take it as close to going to sleep as possible, ie not 30 min before. Too much can interrupt sleep, so start low like half a capful of Ke4.

It should not. For most people it drops blood glucose levels. Ketone Ester itself does not contain sugar. Some users see a small, transient glucose increase, we don't know why. It could be because the body is using ketones and the sugar is accumulating, ie fuel‑switching. Also blood glucose meters are known to be very sporadic.

All KetoneAid products contain Veech Ketone Monoester - The Original Ketone Ester. Ke4 concentrate is 50% KME plus water and trace flavor/acidifier/ natural sweetener as labeled. Always check the current ingredient list on your bottle. The website will show a photo of the ingredients.

R‑1,3‑butanediol (Ketohol) with carbonated water (except the concentrates), natural flavors, natural 0 calorie sweeteners, acids, and other labeled ingredients. Non‑alcoholic but intended to deliver a relaxing buzz, use responsibly.

Yes—any major allergens are disclosed per regulation. Always check the label. All products are vegan, have no animal products, and are gluten free, but not certified as such.

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Yes! It's the easiest way to quit or reduce alcohol consumption. Many customers use Hard Ketones to quit or reduce alcohol consumption. Simply by switching to Hard Ketones for a few weeks to a couple months, many find they are able to quit drinking all together, including Hard Ketones.

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