I'm planning to start a water-only fast for at least three days. Do you have any advice for a first timer? Thank you in advance!
2006-09-17 14:48:53 · 10 answers · asked by AC 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Expect to be hungry
2006-09-17 14:50:19 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I recommend that for a couple of days before you fast, you prepare for it by cutting WAY back on caffeine. If you normally have a good deal of it, you may want to start more than a couple of days ahead of time. This will reduce any headaches because trying to deal with headaches on top of the other symptoms you may experience will undermine the success of your fast.
I'm not sure how much you have read on fasting, but, especially with this first one, and depending on current eating/drinking habits, you can expect some slight nausea and headaches along with the hunger as your body clears itself of toxins. It may be best to schedule your fast so that the 2nd and 3rd days you are able to relax and not have alot to do. Warm water or warm water with a squeeze of lemon may help with nausea if you experience this symptom.
Don't be intimidated by the information I've given you...I would just rather you are fully informed. Good luck!!
2006-09-17 15:17:40 · answer #2 · answered by purplepinkanddots 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, forget it!!!!!! You will accomplish nothing. The "fat cells" will still be there and as soon as you starting again, they will fill back up. The way to lose weight is to change you eating habits. Start by doing this: Never go back for seconds. After you get used to NOT getting seconds, then begin to decrease your "first" helping. Reduce by one less spoon of those peas or beans or whatever you are eating. Ever couple or three days, cut back another spoonful. You WILL begin losing weight and it will be a true weight loss. Don't punishment yourself with the "Water fasting" junk. Not good for your health either. Pops
2006-09-17 15:00:10 · answer #3 · answered by Pops 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Water fasting is amazingly undesirable for you!!! i'd quite advise juice fasting instead. My mom is a weight-reduction plan/health specialist, and he or she once went on a 2 week food plan with juice, it really is a lot more beneficial positive for you. you could juice a lot of nuts and end result and vegetables, so that you nonetheless have the mandatory nutrition you desire.
2016-10-16 01:07:45 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've heard people say no more than two days however each person is different I usually go for the one day fast or long term nightly water fast .good luck with it .
2006-09-17 14:54:20 · answer #5 · answered by dogpatch USA 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take some sort a vitamin supplement. I have friends who have fasted for 40 days!
2006-09-17 14:50:24 · answer #6 · answered by c.arsenault 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You'll be hungry for the first day. By the second day you'll feel like passing out. Your blood sodium levels or potassium levels can drop so low that you'll have a heart attack or stroke. By the 3rd day, you'll be 6 feet under.
2006-09-17 18:52:10 · answer #7 · answered by Steve R 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
DRINK LOTS OF WATER, ESP. when you are hungry.
Also take a good multi vitamin. PRAY!
2006-09-17 14:51:52 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as long as you dont have one little pick good luck its worse if your going to fast because you store fat more if u dont eat and then have a little snack
2006-09-17 14:52:27 · answer #9 · answered by babi gal 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Good for you. Just please take some vitamins and minerals to prevent cramps and miserable feeling. Good luck!!
2006-09-17 14:58:48 · answer #10 · answered by girl_with_horns79 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋