Dry fasting (commonly called dry-fasting) is a form of fasting that does not involve the consumption of food or water; a "light" version of this practice allows you to take a shower and brush your teeth, while an extreme dry fast (also called "black fast") does not involve any contact with water.
Steps
Part 1 of 2: Preparations
Step 1. Define a date to begin the fast
Some people choose vacation days, full moon days or the change of season; also establish the duration and write it all down on a calendar. Remember that dry fasting shouldn't last more than 3 days, but it's important to complete it.
- Determine if you want to do a light or "black" fast. Some people opt for the full one, but they can drink a glass of water or eat a piece of fruit every 24 hours or only at certain times.
- Determine if you are ready to take on this challenge. Starting with fruit, juices and especially water can help you define the degree of physical and mental preparation. If the organism is particularly intoxicated, sudden death could arise due to the excessive amount of toxins that are released; water fasting is therefore the best way to move on to the complete one.
Step 2. Start gradually
It is possible to proceed with a gentler fast after preparing the body and mind. Eliminating caffeine from the diet a week in advance reduces withdrawal symptoms; consider following a vegan and raw food diet, drinking pureed salads and purifying herbal teas that help the body detoxify. It is also worthwhile to progressively reduce calorie meals.
Drink lots of water; before facing fasting, urine should be of a clear clear color. Additionally, some people benefit from a colon cleanse or salt water irrigation to ensure digestive system rest before fasting
Part 2 of 2: Fasting
Step 1. Take some time to "pamper yourself" while fasting as your body is healing
This is a perfect opportunity to meditate, relax and pray. Keeping a journal and immersing yourself in the natural environment can be very therapeutic; Many people find that activities such as Qi Gong and Tai Chi are perfect practices for recovering energy without resorting to food. One form of detox is also taking naps with your legs raised to clear your mind.
Step 2. Pay attention to your intuition and body while fasting to better understand your needs, including whether to break the fast earlier
True hunger can cause stomach pain, which is very different from "rumbling". Monitoring saliva and urine is another way to understand hydration levels; it also avoids exposing yourself to excessive heat and sunlight.
Step 3. Go as gradually, or even slower, when you want to end the fast
Sip water, eat moisturizing fruit and opt for raw salads among vegetables; progressively increases calories and meals as you go, to give the digestive system time to "wake up". Keep listening to intuition and body.
Advice
- Do some research on dry fasting by watching videos, reading articles and following blogs to find motivation and support.
- Find a quiet, safe place to fast, and also consider taking time off work.
Warnings
- Binge eating after a fast can cause a number of problems such as digestive difficulties, bloating, rapid weight gain, and depression.
- Do not go on a dry fast if you have recently reached sobriety; in the first two years limited to fruit-based fasts or smoothies and vegetable juices.
- Poor hydration before fasting can lead to pain and serious health problems.
- Do not fast when you are on drug therapy, unless you are being followed up by a doctor. Doses should be adjusted and limited while the digestive system is resting based on calorie reduction and weight loss.
