What to know before starting a fast?

Here are 10 tips to help you fast safely.

1. Keep Fasting Periods Short.
2. Eat a Small Amount on Fast Days.
3. Stay Hydrated.
4. Go for Walks or Meditate.
5. Don’t Break Fasts With a Feast.
6. Stop Fasting If You Feel Unwell.
7. Eat Enough Protein.
8. Eat Plenty of Whole Foods on Non-Fasting Days.

What should I eat before a water fast?

After multiple days without any food your digestive system needs something simple and easy to process. The best food to break a fast is light fruit such as watermelon or a smoothie is the best way to start. This is giving your system a chance to get used to food again before beginning on solid foods.

What type of water fasting should I do first?

New intermittent fasters will want to begin with a standard water fast before moving on to soft dry water fasts. It takes the most discipline and experience to get through a hard dry water fast, so don’t jump immediately to that one. What Are the Benefits of Water Fasting?

Are there any medical benefits to starting a water fast?

Overall there are a lot of medical benefits and precautions you should seriously consider BEFORE starting a water fast! ✅ NOTE: I can not urge you enough to get these fasting drops. They are amazingly helpful for getting your daily essential minerals for a healthy prolonged fast.

Can you shower while intermittent fasting?

You cannot have contact with any water at all until your fast is over. That means brushing your teeth dry and refraining from showering for the duration of the fast. New intermittent fasters will want to begin with a standard water fast before moving on to soft dry water fasts.

What can I do to prepare for a fast?

The best thing you can do for yourself is to follow a raw diet of fresh fruits and vegetables, during this pre-fast time, and longer than 2-3 days if you can. This will significantly reduce the uncomfortable side effects of fasting – the headaches, nausea, and flu-like symptoms that are so common in the first few days of a fast.