Electrolytes are vital nutrients that support whole-body health. From our mood to our muscles and ability to detox, electrolytes play a key role in over 300 enzymatic reactions in our body that benefit daily life.

While fasting, you're no longer getting electrolytes from food and beverages. Furthermore, with longer fasting windows, your body changes metabolic states from burning glucose for energy to fat. When this happens, your body cues your kidneys to dump excess fluids and sodium, meaning you'll be running through electrolytes faster than you would outside of fasting windows.

Your body will run through any remaining electrolytes stored in tissues pretty quickly further depleting your body of optimal electrolyte levels required to maintain and perform basic bodily functions and daily tasks.

Some of the first signs of an electrolyte imbalance while fasting may be fatigue, dizziness, headaches, muscle cramps and other symptoms that are also associated with dehydration.

While some changes to how you feel are normal when fasting, supplementing electrolytes helps support longer, more comfortable fasts.

By definition, a fast is a period of time where you abstain from eating food.

While there are some studies that show minimal amounts of specific foods and beverages might not break a fast, there's more evidence to show that these portions do undermine the benefits.

Buoy delivers electrolytes and essential nutrition without the macro-nutritional profiles that induce metabolic state changes.

Sports drinks are typically high in sugar, calories, carbohydrates and other additives that would instantly break a fast.

Buoy is made without sugar, sweeteners, flavors, calories, carbohydrates, additives or any ingredient that will break your fast. Our clean and pure ocean electrolytes and minerals dissolve instantly and evenly into water or any beverage to replenish, refuel and rehydrate.

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Buoy's electrolyte drops will support longer, more comfortable fasting windows during your intermittent fast by infusing your water with electrolytes and 87+ trace minerals every cell and system in your body crave.

For the most part, electrolyte supplements will break your fast.

Even the zero-sugar electrolytes are filled with sweeteners, flavors or minimal calories that will undermine your fast.

Buoy is one of the only fasting-formulated electrolyte options that will fortify, not compromise, your fast.

While fasting, use up to 12 servings of Buoy per day, throughout the day. It's best to start in the morning and dose Buoy evenly throughout the day to keep optimal electrolyte and mineral levels stable for a comfortable fasting experience.

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Buoy stacks seamlessly with whatever supplements and vitamins you're using on your fasting journey.

The amount of electrolytes needed during fasting varies by individual. It's important to start with small amounts and adjust based on your body's signals. Using a clean electrolyte supplement like Buoy can help maintain balance without unnecessary additives.

Focus on sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium. These are crucial for your body's functions during fasting. Opt for natural sources like real sea salt to avoid the downsides of processed salts.

There's no universal rule, as everyone's needs are different. Pay attention to how you feel and adjust your electrolyte intake accordingly, ensuring not to overconsume, especially sodium.

Choose a high-quality electrolyte supplement like Buoy, which is designed to replenish essential nutrients without breaking your fast or adding unwanted extras like sugar or artificial flavors.

Timing can depend on personal preference and fasting schedule. Some people find it helpful to supplement in the morning, while others prefer during or after physical activity, or whenever they feel they might be low on electrolytes.