Glucose Ketone Ratio Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the Glucose Ketone Ratio (GKR) is:

\[ \text{GKR} = \frac{\text{G}}{\text{K}} \]

Where:

\(\text{GKR}\) is the glucose ketone ratio
\(\text{G}\) is the blood glucose level in mg/dL
\(\text{K}\) is the blood ketone level in mmol/L

What is a Glucose Ketone Ratio?

The glucose ketone ratio (GKR) is a metric used to assess the balance between blood glucose and ketone levels. It is particularly useful for individuals following a ketogenic diet or managing diabetes. A lower GKR indicates a higher level of ketosis, which is often the goal in ketogenic diets for weight loss or therapeutic purposes. Conversely, a higher GKR may indicate higher blood glucose levels, which could be a concern for individuals with diabetes.

Example Calculation

Let's assume the following values:

Blood Glucose Level (G) = 90 mg/dL
Blood Ketone Level (K) = 1.5 mmol/L

Using the formula:

\[ \text{GKR} = \frac{90}{1.5} = 60 \]

The Glucose Ketone Ratio (GKR) is 60.