Your Dosage Quiz Result
Based on your answers to our dosage quiz, your electrolyte requirements are on the LOW end of the spectrum.
How did we calculate your result?
| EF Day | Dosage | When to take | Total daily dosage |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 3 capsules, once a day |
| 3 capsules |
| Day 2 3 capsules, once a day |
| 3 capsules |
| Day 3 3 capsules, twice a day |
| 6 capsules |
| Day 4 3 capsules, 3x times a day |
| 9 capsules |
| Days 5+ 6 capsules, twice a day |
| 12 capsules |
| Refeed phase (after EF end) 2 capsules |
| 2 capsules |
How to take Fasting Salts capsules
Take the capsules with a large glass of water – at least 500ml.
Taking capsules without water will very likely cause digestive upset due to a concentrated hit of salts.
Why does the dosage start so small?
At the beginning of your Extended Fast, you still have plenty of electrolytes stored in your body.
They get depleted with every passing hour. But this process is not instant. It usually takes about 24-48 hours for your body to use up all of its stored electrolytes. The exact duration of this process varies by individual.
You can start supplementing with a small amount from Day 1 of EF. This will help to smooth out fluctuations and prevent rapid crushes of your electrolyte levels. But the dosage should be quite small at this point because you are still using up the stored electrolytes.
By Day 3 of EF, you will have depleted all of your stored electrolytes. So the supplement dosage can increase accordingly. We recommend increasing it gradually over a few days. Start from taking 3-capsule servings at a time so that your body has time to adapt.
Please note these recommendations are guideline only. Listen to your body and adjust quantities up or down if required.
Results are guideline only
Please note these recommendations are guideline only.
Our quiz generates a more accurate estimate than a generic “one size fits all” dosage recommendation.
However, there are still other factors at play that affect your electrolyte levels which cannot be covered by a quiz, for example:
- Genetics
- Dietary intake of electrolytes while not fasting
- Electrolyte levels of your drinking water
- Other supplements or medications you take
Use your quiz result as the starting point and tweak it up or down depending on how you feel.
Tailoring the dosage further based on how you feel
INCREASE the dosage if:
You feel any symptoms of electrolyte deficiency such as fatigue, dizziness, headaches, muscle cramps and heart palpitations.
DECREASE the dosage if:
You feel any symptoms of electrolyte overdose such as bloating, swollen fingers or ankles, nausea and diarrhea.
SPREAD OUT the dosage if:
You experience digestive upset such as stomach pain, nausea and diarrhea. Split 6 capsules into 2x servings of 3 capsules, or use more water (750ml instead of 500ml). If your digestive upset symptoms persist, stop taking the product and let us know.
Fasting Salts capsules – General tips
Start small
It’s always better to err on the side of taking too little rather than too much.
If you take a small dosage and still feel the symptoms of deficiency, you can always have a little bit more. But if you take too much all at once, the most likely outcome will be diarrhea or vomiting.
After a few days of fasting, you will be more attuned to your body’s signals. You will get a better sense of how to adjust the dosage based on how you feel.
Do not take without water
It’s essential to have plenty of water when you take your capsules – at least 500ml glass of water.
Warnings
Fasting is considered to be generally safe for healthy individuals.
Consult your doctor or another qualified health professional before fasting and before taking supplements if any of the following apply to you:
- Elevated blood pressure
- Kidney infections and disorders
- Taking any prescription medications
- Under medical supervision for any reason
- Any other serious health concerns not listed above
Fasting is not recommended if any of the following apply:
- You are pregnant or lactating
- You are under 18 years of age
- You have a Body Mass Index of under 19
- You’ve been diagnosed with an eating disorder in the past
Find out more about fasting warnings