Dietitian-Nutritionist Questions Fasting

“Drinking electrolyte water but still dehydrated”

I'm fasting with multivitamins and electrolyte water to make sure my body doesn't have a negative reaction like it did last time. I am concerned and wanted to know what can I do to rebalance the electrolytes in my system without breaking the fast?
Would you recommend a small cup of bone broth?

Female | 25 years old
Complaint duration: Fasting for 10 days spiritual reasons with other people. Today is the 4th day of the fast. Dry lips started occurring 2 days ago ongoing.
Medications: N/A
Conditions: Asthma, eczema, allergic to shellfish

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You may consider an electrolyte drink that is sugar free, such as Gatorade Zero.

*** Fasting for spiritual reasons ***
Electrolytes primarily means sodium, potassium, magnesium. There are lots of electrolyte supplements that are low or no calories such as Gatorade or Powerade Zero, or liquid IV supplements. Some individuals make their own electrolyte drink by combining salt, lemon juice and coconut water (you can find recipes online). I hope this helps.
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