Why you need more water on Limbo

Limbo nudges your body into fat burning (ketosis and gluconeogenesis), and that metabolic shift changes how your body stores and uses water:

Ketosis releases stored water. When you burn fat, you naturally lose water. Your muscles also lose glycogen (a form of stored glucose), and with it, a significant amount of water.

 

Your kidneys work harder. As fat is burned and protein is used for fuel and repair, your kidneys filter more waste products. They need hydration to flush these safely.

 

Your body borrows water. When you’re dehydrated, the body pulls water from wherever it can—including your digestive system. That’s why constipation is a common side effect of under-hydration during ketosis.

 

The electrolyte equation

As you lose water, you also lose electrolytes: sodium, potassium, magnesium. These minerals are essential for nerve function, muscle performance, and energy regulation.

If you don’t replace them, you might feel:

• Headachy
• Fatigued
• Dizzy
• Constipated
• Weak or crampy during workouts

What to do

Here’s how to stay ahead of it:

✅ Drink 1.5–2 litres of water daily. More if you’re exercising or sweating heavily.

✅ Replenish electrolytes, especially in the first week. Look for options without added glucose. Morning and evening is a good rhythm.

✅ Add fiber if needed. If you’re constipated, a simple fiber drink before meals can help. Eventually, aim to get your fiber from non-starchy veg like leafy greens.

✅ Support your kidneys. Hydration and gentle movement (like walking) keep the filtration system running smoothly.

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Hydration isn’t just about quenching thirst, it’s a metabolic strategy.

If your energy dips, your line starts acting strangely, or digestion gets sluggish… check your water and minerals. Sometimes, the fix is simpler than you think.