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How far into the fast do you start taking electrolytes?

Bro when do you start? I don't feel any effects of not having electrolytes in my body until the 14/15 hr mark. So I am considering that I only start taking electrolytes when I _feel the need to_. thoughts?

Answer

Knowing how long you are fasting for would help.

For me on a 5 day fast probably by the third day; your body does a pretty good job at holding onto electrolytes when you are not ingesting them. Folks doing a longer fast may want to start earlier just to keep the level even throughout.

If you really feel anything at 14\~15 hours I would have that checked, it is not normal.