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Water and Electrolytes During Long Fasts
During multi-day fasting, people continue drinking plenty of water while deliberately replacing electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, and magnesium. This helps preserve neural signaling, muscle function, and overall bodily stability when calories are absent, reducing the risk of feeling depleted or unwell.
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“So three or four days with just water and electrolytes, maybe some ketones.”
huberman · Restore Youthfulness & Vitality to the Aging Brain & Body | Dr. Tony Wyss-Coray · Feb 23, 2026 · 1:17:25 · open ↗
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