Fasting is the process of eliminating all the toxins from the body. Fasting is nothing but, depriving the body from certain foods or drinks for a few days or for certain periods of time. The purpose of fasting can vary. However, fasting is not as easy as it may sound. Hence, preparing your body for fasting can make your fasting experience all the more easy and successful. The best part is, proper preparation will definitely be fruitful and improve the fasting results.
Steps for Preparing the Body for Fasting
Keep the following points in mind while preparing for your fast:
- Firstly, decide on the fasting procedure you would want to follow. Once you do, educate yourself about this fasting technique. Read about the different stages of fasting, results and also about the possible side effects.
- Before starting your fasting program, make a note of the fasting instructions. Plan out and prepare a proper schedule for your fast. This will help you to follow your fast with conviction, once you begin, it can be quite tempting to quit. Remember the reason for you taking up the fast, this will keep you motivated.
- Just a few days before you begin your fast, try to reduce on your addictions. Reduce your consumption of salt, caffeine, sugar etc. However, do not cut them off immediately. Cutting them off gradually will avoid in getting side effects like stomach aches, headaches and a general sense of discomfort.
- Just a few days before starting your fast, start eating small meals. A night before you begin your fast, resist the uncontrollable urge to eat a ‘big meal’. Eating smaller meals will help your stomach, mind and Miss. Appetite to prepare for the fasting days to come.
- Finally, instead of running around for things during your fasting period. Gather all the necessary thing before starting your fast.
All you need to do is to follow these simple 5 steps to prepare your body for fasting.
