BHB Sodium (Beta Hydroxybutyrate) Powder

Beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB) is the most abundant of the three ketones produced in the liver. When the body is in a fasting state, such as sleep, it produces ketones to serve as an energy source as carbs aren’t coming in to fuel bodily functions. For individuals eating ultra-low-carb diets, beta-hydroxybutyrate serves as their primary fuel source and puts them in a high-fat burning state known as ketosis. What is Sodium Beta-Hydroxybutyrate (BHB Salt)? As a dietary supplement, beta-hydroxybutyrate needs to bind to a mineral such as sodium prior to consumption. Mineral bonds improve BHB absorption and facilitate its transport across the gut-blood barrier. Once ingested, the body separates the sodium from the beta-hydroxybutyrate. While the body can produce beta-hydroxybutyrate on its own, the initial phase of ketogenic diets often creates a deficit. The body often struggles to catch up with the sudden demand for ketones. By giving the body an abundant supply of ketones while it adjust