How Much Water to Drink When Fasting

It’s important to drink water when fasting. But, how much? Find out.

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Today I’m going to cover how much water a person may want to consume while fasting. You would actually need more water while fasting than when you’re not fasting.

When fasting, you’re losing glycogen. With the glycogen loss (stored sugar), you’re also going to lose a lot of fluid. This fluid isn’t just water. It’s a combination of water, electrolytes, and salts—which need to go back into the body.

I think it would be a good idea for someone to consume between 2-3 liters of water per day while fasting. This could also help prevent kidney stones.

You would want to be sure to add in electrolytes and sea salt. Forgetting electrolytes and sea salt can potentially lead to keto fatigue, keto flu, and overall weakness. Many people really forget about sea salt. I believe a person should have between 1-1.5 teaspoons of sea salt every day. If you work out, you may need more.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 58, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:
Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Thanks for watching! I hope this helps you better understand how much water to drink when fasting.

[Grace-puje]

Who's watching while on a fast like me? 😂

[Jessicadahling]

Celtic salt contains 82 trace minerals. It’s the best sea salt 😊

[shellyhosman]

Dr. Berg, I am 39 hours into a 72 hour fast. I have reviewed all of your videos to ensure that I do this safely. I have been inconsistently doing keto (clean) and intermittent fasting with your guidance. When I am consistent, I see results. I always feel better with this nutritional approach. Thank you for such informative guidance! I aim for consistency now. I'm old enough to know better. Hahaha!!

[leefithian]

Perfect timing for my prolonged fast beginning tonight

[marquesn]

Wake up feeling a bit weak, drink some water with Himalayan salt - feel like a million bucks !

[celesteinman]

I was on the Dr. Stillman diet growing up. I am 60 years old now. It worked great. This is still a much healthier way of life now. Healthy Keto. Stillman diet was 8 cups a water a day, zero carbs, protein and sweet in low as sugar substitute. Everything was also low to no fat. I was obese growing up. At 10 I was 186 and within 9 months I went to 115.

[frink]

Indeed, perfect timing, was having muscle cramps during my long fast. More water and electrolytes fixed me right up! Love the orange flavor!

[sandraakyaa]

Started 72 hour water fast on Monday, was confused what to drink and what not to.. thank u sir!

[clothilde]

Reading between the lines of what you can and cannot say I think Dr Eric genuinely cares.

[AT-hmfv]

Perfect timing. Just woke up and decided to water fast for a couple of days. 😉

[izsim]

Dr I'm happy you revised the amount of water as its important to keep hydration in the body (fasting or not) for many reasons but the kidney stone and urinary tract infections as a big possibility if hydration last longer that should.
Please make a short video on Bunion as there are many people with this problem and don't want to operate as its not guarantee of success, what can do in a natural way to treat it or relieve it.
Many thanks Great video 👍

[kellercan]

Thank you for making these videos. I genuinely appreciate them.

[raulomon]

30 kg lost in 5 month thanks to your advice, THANK YOU

[zuzellogan]

It is so great to know Dr. Berg with his dedication to good health. His videos are really awesome, just great, explaining everything in details so people can understand the good thing they do to their bodies and health when they eat healthy foods, as well as the damage they do not having good, healthy, eating habits.

God bless this doctor, Dr. Berg, for dedicating his life to help people to BE HEALTHY. No other doctor)s) including my own, explains things like Dr. Berg does this is why I follow him to the “T” and I will always be. He is the exception of
the rule and, in my opinion, the greatest doctor on Earth. Kudos to you, Dr. Berg, you are a healer and not a health destroyer. Hats off to you. Dr. Eric Berg is like a Diamond…..very rare but beautiful. Bravo bravo 👏👏👏👏🙌🙌🙌👍👍👍♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[matthewskonovd]

Exactly what I needed, thank you Dr. Berg. I am in the middle of a 30 day OMAD/Healthy Keto fast, with a 48 hour fast once a week (about to start 48 hour fast #3). Getting the water and electrolytes dialed in is critical to keep the energy levels steady, keep the hunger pains at bay, and maximize the fasting investments. 3 liters it is!

[Dizzyizzy]

Love you and your videos Doc! Watch a video in the morning keeps me eating well.

[johngoodhue]

Love your electrolyte formula, Dr. Berg. Please make an unflavored/unsweetened one available in the future. Thanks!😎

[rosalynwilkinson]

Oh ok thank you, it’s just that I saw all these searches before I came across your video, thanks for clearing that up. I’m a type 1 diabetic and have just watched your video with the lady who’s a type 1. Very good video and I have subscribed to her channel 😊

[jonniemaemiddletonlotte]

It is working. I am encouraged because it is so satisfying. I am not that hungry even after 24 hours.

[kongmengmoua]

Fasting and Keto has helped me with gout.❤