{"id":27648,"date":"2021-10-05T00:36:15","date_gmt":"2021-10-05T00:36:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=27648"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"72-hour-fast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/","title":{"rendered":"72-Hour Fast: Benefits And Dangers Of A Long Water Fast"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#The_Five_Stages_Of_Intermittent_Fasting\" >The Five Stages Of Intermittent Fasting<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#At_12_Hours_%E2%80%93_Ketosis\" >At 12 Hours &#8211; Ketosis\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#At_18_Hours_%E2%80%93_Fat_Burning_Mode\" >At 18 Hours &#8211; Fat Burning Mode<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#At_24_Hours_%E2%80%93_Autophagy\" >At 24 Hours &#8211; Autophagy\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#At_48_Hours_%E2%80%93_Growth_Hormone\" >At 48 Hours &#8211; Growth Hormone\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#At_72_Hours_%E2%80%93_Cell_Regeneration\" >At 72 Hours &#8211; Cell Regeneration\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#How_To_Do_A_72-Hour_Fast\" >How To Do A 72-Hour Fast?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#What_To_Eat_After_A_72-Hour_Fast\" >What To Eat After A 72-Hour Fast?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Bone_Broth\" >Bone Broth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Protein\" >Protein\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Non-Starchy_Non-Cruciferous_Vegetables\" >Non-Starchy, Non-Cruciferous Vegetables<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Foods_To_Avoid_After_A_72-Hour_Fast\" >Foods To Avoid After A 72-Hour Fast<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Processed_High-Glycemic_Carbs\" >Processed, High-Glycemic Carbs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Lactose\" >Lactose\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Cruciferous_Vegetables\" >Cruciferous Vegetables<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Tips_For_Surviving_A_72-Hour_Fast\" >Tips For Surviving A 72-Hour Fast<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Stay_Hydrated\" >Stay Hydrated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Keep_Busy\" >Keep Busy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Ease_Hunger_Pangs_With_Black_Coffee\" >Ease Hunger Pangs With Black Coffee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Break_Your_Fast_Gently_And_Slowly\" >Break Your Fast Gently And Slowly<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Benefits_Of_72-Hour_Fasting\" >Benefits Of 72-Hour Fasting<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Autophagy\" >Autophagy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Blood_Glucose\" >Blood Glucose<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Cholesterol\" >Cholesterol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#DNA_Repair\" >DNA Repair<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Heart_Health\" >Heart Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Immune_System_Function\" >Immune System Function<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Insulin_Sensitivity\" >Insulin Sensitivity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Longevity\" >Longevity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Weight_Loss\" >Weight Loss<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Water_Fasting_Dangers\" >Water Fasting Dangers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Dehydration\" >Dehydration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Orthostatic_Hypotension\" >Orthostatic Hypotension<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#Worsen_Medical_Conditions\" >Worsen Medical Conditions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intermittent fasting is a form of dieting that involves alternating between periods of eating and periods of not eating. In the case of water fasting, it means drinking only water for some time. The length can vary from 12 hours to <strong>72 hours<\/strong>, depending on what you want to achieve.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water fasting has been around for centuries, and many records show its use in ancient civilizations. It is still used today for many different reasons.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intermittent fasting is generally safe and healthy, with only a few limitations: it is not encouraged to those who are underweight (BMI &lt; 18.5); pregnant or breastfeeding women should not do it at all; diabetics or those with other medical conditions should consult their doctors before doing it; children and adolescents should never attempt to fast.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;LINK&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:807,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;4&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:16773836},&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;11&quot;:3,&quot;12&quot;:0}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=72_Hour_Fast\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Five_Stages_Of_Intermittent_Fasting\"><\/span><b>The Five Stages Of Intermittent Fasting<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When your body perceives environmental stress (such as a limited food supply), it adjusts the activity of genes that are relevant in defending you from stress as a result of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-meal-plan-example\/\">intermittent fasting<\/a>. The changes occur in five stages depending on how long you fast:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_12_Hours_%E2%80%93_Ketosis\"><\/span><b>At 12 Hours &#8211; Ketosis\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the first stage, which lasts from 12 to 18 hours after your last meal, your body has used most of its available carbohydrates for energy and starts\u00a0 burning fat, as well as converting protein into energy. During this period, a large number of fats are released into the bloodstream and converted into a fuel known as ketones (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/6758355\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). When this happens, you experience a state called ketosis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_18_Hours_%E2%80%93_Fat_Burning_Mode\"><\/span><b>At 18 Hours &#8211; Fat Burning Mode<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this stage, which is from 18 to 24 hours after your last meal, your body starts using ketones as its primary source of energy. In addition to breaking down fats in the process known as beta-oxidation, your liver begins producing ketones that are actually used by your brain, which normally gets its energy from glucose (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cell.com\/cell-metabolism\/fulltext\/S1550-4131(16)30655-6?_returnURL=https%3A%2F%2Flinkinghub.elsevier.com%2Fretrieve%2Fpii%2FS1550413116306556%3Fshowall%3Dtrue\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). When this happens, some people say that they feel more focused and energized than ever before. Others experience difficulty concentrating or \u201cbrain fog\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_24_Hours_%E2%80%93_Autophagy\"><\/span><b>At 24 Hours &#8211; Autophagy\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During stage three, which lasts from 24 to 48 hours after your last meal, autophagy is believed to be happening at its peak level. This process is an important mechanism for maintaining health as it recycles cellular components like amino acids to make new proteins and mitochondria (the powerhouses of cells) and make new energy for your body cells (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2990190\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It also breaks down defective proteins in the cell to prevent them from accumulating inside the cell, which may lead to degenerative diseases like cancer and Parkinson&#8217;s Disease. Research indicates that fasting can trigger autophagy and that this happens around the 24-48 hour timeframe, but most studies have been done in animals.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_48_Hours_%E2%80%93_Growth_Hormone\"><\/span><b>At 48 Hours &#8211; Growth Hormone\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The fourth stage, which occurs from 48 to 54 hours after your last meal, is when hormones such as human growth hormone (HGH) and noradrenaline increase dramatically (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jcem\/article-abstract\/74\/4\/757\/3004645?redirectedFrom=fulltext\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). These hormones may play an important role in the growth and improvement of your overall health by preventing heart attacks, strokes, and diabetes and speeding up the repair process for damaged cells.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=72_Hour_Fast\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-54596 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/3-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"7 day water fast weight loss\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/3-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/3-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/3-1.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/3-1-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/3-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_72_Hours_%E2%80%93_Cell_Regeneration\"><\/span><b>At 72 Hours &#8211; Cell Regeneration\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Animal and in vitro studies suggest that prolonged fasting may promote stem cell regeneration.\u00a0 Theoretically, because autophagy has been activated, old and defective cells have been removed from the system <\/span>(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cell.com\/cell-stem-cell\/fulltext\/S1934-5909(14)00151-9?_returnURL=https%3A%2F%2Flinkinghub.elsevier.com%2Fretrieve%2Fpii%2FS1934590914001519%3Fshowall%3Dtrue\">20<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, fasting may result in\u00a0 a general decrease in inflammation and improved insulin sensitivity which brings about a variety of health benefits such as the reduced risk of chronic diseases.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/21-day-fasting-diet\/\">21-Day Fasting Diet to Improve Spiritual Well-Being<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Do_A_72-Hour_Fast\"><\/span><b>How To Do A 72-Hour Fast?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">72-hour water <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-and-working-out\/\">fast<\/a> quite simply involves not eating and only drinking water for 72 hours. You&#8217;re also allowed to drink unsweetened black coffee and green tea to break up the monotony of plain water.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_To_Eat_After_A_72-Hour_Fast\"><\/span><b>What To Eat After A 72-Hour Fast?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After going without food for days, you&#8217;re excited and relieved when it&#8217;s time to eat. However, you have to be very careful when breaking your <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-make-fasting-easier\/\">fast<\/a>. Choose a meal that&#8217;s gentle on your stomach and good for your metabolism.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s how to break a 72-hour fast with the right foods:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bone_Broth\"><\/span><b>Bone Broth<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bone broth contains numerous vitamins and minerals, as well as amino acids and other components that can help the body and gut function optimally post-fast. This makes it an ideal first meal to have as you slowly ease into eating meals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bone broth also contains gelatin, a protein that can help heal a ravaged digestive system by providing possible anti-inflammatory effects (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25884286\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Protein\"><\/span><b>Protein\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poultry or fish are ideal post-<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/12-hour-intermittent-fasting\/\">fast<\/a> protein choices. Protein is made up of building blocks called amino acids and is essential for building healthy body cells (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK557845\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Steamed or baked salmon or chicken is a great addition to your plate while you&#8217;re easing back to eating solid foods<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Non-Starchy_Non-Cruciferous_Vegetables\"><\/span><b>Non-Starchy, Non-Cruciferous Vegetables<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since vegetables contain important vitamins and nutrients that your body needs to post fast, having a portion of greens is ideal. Make sure to avoid cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower while fasting because they can cause gas after a prolonged period of not eating solid food. Use leafy greens like spinach and bok choy, saute them in healthy fats to make them easier for your stomach to digest.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=72_Hour_Fast\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-54615 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/13-2-1024x576.png\" alt=\"72 hour fast\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/13-2.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/13-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/13-2.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/13-2-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/13-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foods_To_Avoid_After_A_72-Hour_Fast\"><\/span><b>Foods To Avoid After A 72-Hour Fast<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating these foods might cause discomfort, gas, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation, so it&#8217;s best to avoid them until you have fully transitioned from your fasted state:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Processed_High-Glycemic_Carbs\"><\/span><b>Processed, High-Glycemic Carbs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This includes crackers, chips, white bread, and other refined carbohydrates. These foods are broken down quickly by the body and raise blood sugar levels, which may be a shock to your system after a few days of not eating (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/carbohydrates\/carbohydrates-and-blood-sugar\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lactose\"><\/span><b>Lactose\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Milk contains lactose (sugar), which can irritate your stomach and cause bloating (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/10\/12\/1994\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If you&#8217;re not lactose intolerant, you might be able to indulge in one to two servings of dairy post-fast as long as it&#8217;s properly digested. In general, though, stay away from most forms of dairy until you&#8217;ve fully transitioned from fasting mode.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cruciferous_Vegetables\"><\/span><b>Cruciferous Vegetables<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broccoli, kale, cauliflower, and cabbage contain indigestible carbohydrates which are fermented by your gut bacteria,\u00a0 causing gas. These veggies are nutrient-dense, so you should have them after breaking your fast if you tolerate them well. Just ease your way into enjoying them again.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe is your fast-track ticket to a long-lasting weight loss! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=72_Hour_Fast\">Tailor your fitness journey and maximize your results<\/a> with just a couple of swipes!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_For_Surviving_A_72-Hour_Fast\"><\/span><b>Tips For Surviving A 72-Hour Fast<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first few days of fasting can be very tough psychologically. Lack of food over an extended period is an extremely unnatural situation that puts extra stress on the body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are two tips to help ease your mind during this process:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stay_Hydrated\"><\/span><b>Stay Hydrated<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drink plenty of water during your fast. Without food, the body relies on stored energy in the form of glycogen, which holds onto water. As glycogen is depleted during fasting, your body will give up its water stores. Drinking plenty of water while fasting not only helps prevent dehydration but also reduces hunger significantly (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2908954\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). You\u2019ll need to get electrolytes from fluids as well, since you won\u2019t be getting them from foods during this time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_Busy\"><\/span><b>Keep Busy<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;re more likely to think about food if you&#8217;re bored. Keep yourself occupied with activities that take your mind off food. This might include exercise, reading, taking a walk, or spending time with friends and family.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ease_Hunger_Pangs_With_Black_Coffee\"><\/span><b>Ease Hunger Pangs With Black Coffee<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking coffee breaks up the monotony of having plain old water all day. It&#8217;s also a mild appetite suppressant that can help you get through cravings for junk food or sweets (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1080\/09637486.2017.1320537?journalCode=iijf20\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, remember that too much caffeine will dehydrate you further, so limit your intake to two cups maximum per day while fasting to avoid this problem.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Break_Your_Fast_Gently_And_Slowly\"><\/span><b>Break Your Fast Gently And Slowly<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your stomach needs time to adjust to digesting solid foods again, so easing back into eating is very important. Eat small amounts of simple meals for the first couple of days until you feel ready to go back to normal portions. Overstuffing your body post-fast can cause nausea, vomiting, or cramps, which defeats the purpose of fasting altogether.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-select-gender\">\n        <div class=\"ad-select-gender-wrapper\">\n            <img class=\"ad-select-gender-image\" alt=\"MaleImage\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/MaleImage.webp\">\n    \n            <div class=\"ad-select-gender-text mobile-hide\">\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-desc\">Get your <span class=\"green f-600\">personal plan<\/span> according to your age and BMI<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-title f-600\">\n                    Select your gender\n                <\/div>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Male<\/a>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Female<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n    \n            <img class=\"ad-select-gender-image\" alt=\"FemaleImage\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/FemaleImage.webp\">\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-select-gender-text desktop-hide mobile-block\">\n          <div class=\"ad-select-gender-desc\">Get your <span class=\"green f-600\">personal plan<\/span> according to your age and BMI<\/div>\n          <div class=\"ad-select-gender-title f-600\">\n            Select your gender\n          <\/div>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Male<\/a>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Female<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-carb-intermittent-fasting\/\">Low-Carb Intermittent Fasting- Everything You Need To Know<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=72_Hour_Fast\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-54811 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/9-5-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/9-5.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/9-5-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/9-5.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/9-5-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/9-5.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_Of_72-Hour_Fasting\"><\/span><b>Benefits Of 72-Hour Fasting<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both human and animal studies have linked water fasting to a variety of health benefits, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Autophagy\"><\/span><b>Autophagy<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a physiological mechanism that involves the formation and activation of macroautophagy and other related intracellular processes known as autolysosomes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3946160\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It is the process by which your body breaks down and recycles old or damaged cellular materials. It is believed that fasting can trigger autophagy, but this has mostly been studied in <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/fasting-for-3-days\/\">animals<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Blood_Glucose\"><\/span><b>Blood Glucose<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Levels of insulin become more stable while blood sugar levels decrease, which may result in improved regulation of metabolism and overall <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-20-4\/\">weight reduction<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cholesterol\"><\/span><b>Cholesterol<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HDL cholesterol has been seen to increase and triglycerides to decrease significantly, reducing risk for cardiovascular diseases such as atherosclerosis (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nmcd-journal.com\/article\/S0939-4753(12)00257-8\/fulltext\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DNA_Repair\"><\/span><b>DNA Repair<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is believed that the metabolic adaptations to the stress of fasting may help prevent DNA damage (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3946160\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heart_Health\"><\/span><b>Heart Health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study involving obese individuals with metabolic syndrome found that three days of fasting using only water resulted in weight reduction, improvement of heart health markers, and lower levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), which is a marker for inflammation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4516560\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Immune_System_Function\"><\/span><b>Immune System Function<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fasting may help improve the immune system by regenerating stem cells so they can rebuild damaged tissue more quickly (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cell.com\/cell-stem-cell\/fulltext\/S1934-5909(14)00151-9?_returnURL=https%3A%2F%2Flinkinghub.elsevier.com%2Fretrieve%2Fpii%2FS1934590914001519%3Fshowall%3Dtrue\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This could potentially result in improved recovery time after an illness or injury, as well as a lower risk of chronic diseases.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Insulin_Sensitivity\"><\/span><b>Insulin Sensitivity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One study on type 2 diabetes patients showed that these individuals have an increased insulin sensitivity after <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/186-intermittent-fasting\/\">fasting<\/a>. The results were attributed to the normalization of blood glucose levels since there&#8217;s a lower need for insulin production and improved function of the pancreas (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pnas.org\/content\/100\/10\/6216\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). People with diabetes or other medical conditions should not fast without first consulting with their doctor.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Longevity\"><\/span><b>Longevity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Animal studies have suggested that cycles of fasting may extend have beneficial effects on longevity, aging, and disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s43587-020-00013-3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Much research still needs to be done to fully understand the effects of fasting on humans.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>Weight Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies show that <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-keto-bodybuilding\/\">intermittent fasting<\/a> can lead to significant weight loss as effectively or more so than conventional diets or simply restricting calories alone (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/ijo2014214\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you\u2019ve mustered up the courage to crush your weight loss goal, let Betterme take the sting out of this demanding process. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=72_Hour_Fast\">Our app will help you<\/a> restructure your habits, remold your life and crank up your fitness results!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=72_Hour_Fast\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-54605 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/5-day-water-fast-1024x576.png\" alt=\"72 hour fast\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/5-day-water-fast.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/5-day-water-fast-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/5-day-water-fast.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/5-day-water-fast-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/5-day-water-fast.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Water_Fasting_Dangers\"><\/span><b>Water Fasting Dangers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even though water fasting has its benefits, it&#8217;s not advisable for everyone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some of the dangers of 72-hour water fast:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dehydration\"><\/span><b>Dehydration<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of our water and most of our electrolytes come from food, so fasting can reduce how much of both you&#8217;re getting every day. Dehydration can cause dizziness and severe headaches, as well as health conditions such as kidney damage (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2908954\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Orthostatic_Hypotension\"><\/span><b>Orthostatic Hypotension<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a major problem for those who suffer from heart disease since water fasting may result in a temporary decrease of blood pressure due to lack of food intake, causing fainting (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2888469\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Worsen_Medical_Conditions\"><\/span><b>Worsen Medical Conditions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few conditions that may be aggravated by water fasting. These include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gastrointestinal Issues<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Those suffering from stomach ulcers, colitis, and Crohn&#8217;s disease may not be able to fast without experiencing nausea and diarrhea as well as abdominal pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gout<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water fasting increases uric acid production, which may cause an acute gout flare-up (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/1263845\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hypertension<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hypertensive Individuals should also avoid prolonged periods of water fasting to prevent severe health conditions such as heart attacks and strokes.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Heart Disease<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The lack of food intake during a long time, like 72 hours without any food, could result in an irregular heartbeat that can cause serious heart problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People who suffer from any of these listed conditions or illnesses should not fast for 72 hours:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alzheimer&#8217;s disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic fatigue syndrome<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating disorders<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gastrointestinal diseases such as abdominal pain, heartburn, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metabolic disorders like high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, etc. should consult with their doctor first<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Individuals who are pregnant or breastfeeding should also avoid water fasting since it can cause malnutrition or affect the development of their unborn child or infant (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jn\/article\/149\/10\/1826\/5518964\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Those with heart disease and kidney failure patients on dialysis shouldn&#8217;t consider water fasting at all unless they seek advice from a health care provider first.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experts recommend that children and teenagers under 18 years old should avoid water fasting since their bodies need more nutrients than adults for proper development.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water fasting can be an effective way to lose weight and may even add more years to your life. But it shouldn&#8217;t be done without thorough research on what you can and cannot do, especially if you have any medical conditions or take medication regularly. If you&#8217;re planning to try water fasting for 72 hours, make sure that you tell your healthcare provider about it in advance and avoid doing so if you suffer from any of the conditions mentioned above.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;LINK&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-12.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:811,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;4&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:16773836},&quot;6&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;11&quot;:3,&quot;12&quot;:0}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=72_Hour_Fast\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-12.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Intermittent fasting is a form of dieting that involves alternating between periods of eating and periods of not eating. 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In the case of water fasting, it means drinking only water for some time. The length can vary from 12 hours to <strong>72 hours<\/strong>, depending on what you want to achieve.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water fasting has been around for centuries, and many records show its use in ancient civilizations. 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