In ketosis, the body produces ketones at an increased rate. Ketones or ketone bodies are synthesized in the liver from the fats consumed, as well as from the fatty tissue of the body itself. The three types of ketones are beta-hydroxybutyrate, acetoacetate and acetone . Ketosis is a metabolic state in which fats and ketones are used as the main source of energy, rather than glucose. If you are...