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Energy while water fasting.
Personal experiences can vary depending on the type of fast age or health of the individual but these should give you a general idea of what to expect when you fast.
The stages of fasting outlined below are based off a water fast a traditional fast in which you abstain from any food and only drink water for 12 48 hours or longer.
When you lack energy while fasting you can often blame it not on the absence of food but on the absence of movement.
In general modern society is quite sedentary.
It may be tempting to drink more than usual when fasting but this can be harmful and should be.
The body doesn t burn water for energy when it s deprived of food for long periods of timer it burns fat.
This is the most popular form of intermittent fasting better known as the 16 8 method 2.
This is basically just skipping breakfast.
People log many hours in front of a computer screen behind a steering wheel or on the couch watching tv.
In general people are quite sedentary sitting in front a computer screen behind a steering wheel or on the couch.
For me the biggest challenge is staying hydrated.
During the fast it is essential to drink enough water and to spread this out throughout the day.
As for how frequently i drink water while fasting i don t keep track but it s a lot.
Water fasting has been practiced throughout history and is considered the most ancient healing practice.
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However your thirst should tell you when you need to drink more so listen to your body.
Oftentimes when you find energy lacking while fasting you can blame it not on the absence of food but on the absence of movement.
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There are tremendous health benefits to water fasting but it can be a challenging experience the first few times someone goes through it.
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You can fast for 16 hours and eat only within a specific 8 hour window for example you can eat from 12 p m.
During a fast many people aim to drink 8 5 13 cups 2 3 liters of water over the course of the day.
Water in general is a good idea to sip on during fasting times to ensure hydration but also as a way to fill your stomach and prevent hunger.