Re: fasting, water only

Actually taking any partial foods is more dangerous. When you fast with water only our body cleans and heals. If you put anything in your mouth the digestive system gets activated. Digestive system uses the most energy. If you took partial foods like vitamins or salt water, your body will be out of Ketosis and also it will rob your nutrient reserves to balance the partial foods you ate.

Brushing your teeth with anything but water will trigger the same response as food coming in for digestion.

I have Keytone strips too, they are useful for first week in to the fast, after that you know you are in Ketosis if you are drinking only water.

Archus