{"id":65910,"date":"2024-10-02T12:18:09","date_gmt":"2024-10-02T12:18:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=65910"},"modified":"2024-10-02T12:18:09","modified_gmt":"2024-10-02T12:18:09","slug":"intermittent_fasting_drinks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/","title":{"rendered":"Intermittent Fasting Drinks: What to Drink Without Breaking A 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 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#The_benefits_of_intermittent_fasting_include\" >The benefits of intermittent fasting include:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#5_of_the_most_common_types_of_intermittent_fasting_2_you_should_know_about\" >5 of the most common types of intermittent fasting (2) you should know about:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Summary\" >Summary:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#What_Are_the_Best_Intermittent_Fasting_Drinks\" >What Are the Best Intermittent Fasting Drinks?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Fasting_Drinks_Breakdown\" >Fasting Drinks Breakdown:<\/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\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Water\" >Water\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Black_Unsweetened_Coffee\" >Black (Unsweetened) Coffee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Lemon_Water\" >Lemon Water\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Green_Unsweetened_or_Herbal_Tea\" >Green, Unsweetened, or Herbal Tea\u00a0<\/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\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Ginger_Tea\" >Ginger Tea\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\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#White_Tea\" >White Tea\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Other_Zero-Calorie_Drinks\" >Other Zero-Calorie Drinks\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#What_Can_I_Drink_During_Intermittent_Fasting\" >What Can I Drink During Intermittent Fasting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#What_Drinks_Will_Not_Break_A_Fast\" >What Drinks Will Not Break A Fast?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Does_Lemon_Water_Break_A_Fast\" >Does Lemon Water Break A Fast?<\/a><\/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\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Why_Am_I_Not_Losing_Weight_on_Intermittent_Fasting\" >Why Am I Not Losing Weight on 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-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Some_of_the_other_factors_that_could_be_contributing_to_you_not_losing_weight_include_the_following\" >Some of the other factors that could be contributing to you not losing weight include the following:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Is_it_better_to_fast_48_or_72_hours\" >Is it better to fast 48 or 72 hours?<\/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\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Does_gum_break_a_fast\" >Does gum break a fast?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Does_coke_zero_break_intermittent_fasting\" >Does coke zero break intermittent fasting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#Does_brushing_teeth_break_fast\" >Does brushing teeth break fast?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent_fasting_drinks\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During intermittent fasting (IF), you can consume certain beverages that will not break the fast or interrupt the fasting window. Staying hydrated while fasting is crucial, so we compiled intermittent fasting drinks to add to your grocery list.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Drinks\" 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<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While on an intermittent fasting regimen, the rule is to stay hydrated without adding calories on the days or during the hours of fasting.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a previous post, we discussed how intermittent fasting affects your body and health in several ways <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(1)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_benefits_of_intermittent_fasting_include\"><\/span><strong>The benefits of intermittent fasting include:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promoting weight loss.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increasing energy, mental clarity, and focus.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintaining cognitive function.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improving heart health, immunity, and metabolism.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lowering blood sugar levels for Type 2 Diabetics.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improving cholesterol levels.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intermittent fasting involves scheduled breaks from eating called \u201cwindows.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The diet focuses on \u201cwhen to eat\u201d rather than \u201cwhat to eat.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, it is wise to proceed with caution and awareness when choosing drinks during your fasting windows, depending on the type of intermittent fasting you commit to.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-65905 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/5-5-1024x576.png\" alt=\"healthy indian food\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/5-5.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/5-5-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/5-5.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/5-5-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_of_the_most_common_types_of_intermittent_fasting_2_you_should_know_about\"><\/span><strong>5 of the <\/strong><strong>most common types o<\/strong><strong>f intermittent fasting (<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-fasting\/\">2<\/a>) you should know about:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Time Restricted Feeding (TRF)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Restricted to a specific number of hours during the day. For instance, the 16\/8 fasting method involves eating for 8 hours and fasting for the remaining 16 hours.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>5:2 Diet<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Eat regularly on five days of the week, and reduce the calories you eat on the remaining 2 days, which should not be back-to-back. On fasting days, you only consume 500-600 calories.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>One meal a day (OMAD) &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating one meal daily and fasting for the rest of the day or eating one meal and allowing a limited amount of food during fasting periods (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/one-meal-a-day#how-it-works\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>The Warrior Diet<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Involves eating small<br \/>\nportions of fruit and vegetables during a 20-hour fasting period, then one large meal at night (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-fasting\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Alternate-day fasting (ADF) &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fasting on every other day. Individuals may choose to abstain from all food or consume a limited number of calories (up to 500 calories on fasting days (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-fasting\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span><strong>Summary:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, it is up to you which diet you choose and what suits your needs best.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, let&#8217;s focus on the best drinks suitable for intermittent fasting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>When it comes to weight loss, progress is made by inches, not miles, so it&#8217;s much harder to track and a lot easier to give up. The BetterMe: Health Coaching app is your personal trainer, nutritionist, and support system all in one. Start using our app to <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Drinks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stay on track <\/a>and hold yourself accountable!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Best_Intermittent_Fasting_Drinks\"><\/span><b>What Are the Best Intermittent Fasting Drinks?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few of the best intermittent fasting drinks include water, unsweetened tea or coffee (also known as black coffee), and lemon water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These drinks have no or low-calorie content; you can incorporate them for fasting days.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fasting_Drinks_Breakdown\"><\/span><strong>Fasting Drinks Breakdown:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Water\"><\/span><b>Water\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water doesn\u2019t have calories, yet it is essential. During your fast, you won\u2019t be eating food, but keeping a water bottle nearby will help you:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay hydrated for proper functioning of the body&#8217;s organs.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Control appetite by keeping you full and reducing hunger.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintain the calorie deficit needed during the fasting window.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintain good overall health and well-being.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Black_Unsweetened_Coffee\"><\/span><b>Black (Unsweetened) Coffee<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is very low in calories, so we recommend drinking it during fasting windows. Black coffee contains only 2.4 calories per cup (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutritionix.com\/food\/black-coffee\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It provides the energy you need and won\u2019t break your fast if you do not add more calories with milk, creamer, or sugar.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Drinks\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-64898 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Psydical-activity-pyramid-visual-2-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Psydical-activity-pyramid-visual-2.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Psydical-activity-pyramid-visual-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Psydical-activity-pyramid-visual-2.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Psydical-activity-pyramid-visual-2-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lemon_Water\"><\/span><b>Lemon Water\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This drink is also low in calories and suitable for your intermittent fasting window.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100 ml of lemon water contains only 1 calorie (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/2383423\/nutrients\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Lemon water is not only essential because of the few calories it contains. It also helps hydrate, reduces food cravings, and is a rich source of vitamin C (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318662\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Green_Unsweetened_or_Herbal_Tea\"><\/span><b>Green, Unsweetened, or Herbal Tea\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All plain teas have close to zero calories.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specifically, 1 cup of green or herbal tea contains 2.5 calories (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutritionix.com\/food\/green-tea\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). That is insignificant and will not have an impact on fasting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When drinking green tea, it is vital to ensure it is plain and without added sugar or other ingredients containing additional calories.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unsweetened tea is any tea on ice; without added sugar, you can have green or black tea and make it unsweetened (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.organicfacts.net\/unsweetened-iced-tea.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Besides the added energy from the caffeine content, these teas also boost your immune system.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ginger_Tea\"><\/span><b>Ginger Tea\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ginger tea contains low calories. Like black coffee, 1 cup of ginger tea is only 2.4 calories (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutritionix.com\/food\/ginger-tea\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"White_Tea\"><\/span><b>White Tea\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking white tea doesn\u2019t impact your fasting because 1 tea bag contains 0 calories (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutritionix.com\/i\/organic-pure-tea\/white-tea\/5524f4fbc8c4d9232bc36b5c\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In addition, white tea has a lower caffeine content than coffee and is a gentle option while fasting.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Drinks\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-62928 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/13-4-1024x576.png\" alt=\"what is alternate day fasting\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/13-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/13-4-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/13-4.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/13-4-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/13-4.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Zero-Calorie_Drinks\"><\/span><b>Other Zero-Calorie Drinks\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any other diet soft drink, mix, or water-enhancer that doesn\u2019t have calories can be good for intermittent fasting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/timeline-of-fasting\/\">Timeline Of Fasting: A Look Into What Goes On In Your Body When You Go Without Food<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_I_Drink_During_Intermittent_Fasting\"><\/span><b>What Can I Drink During Intermittent Fasting?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can drink water, unsweetened tea, black coffee, and zero or low-calorie drinks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Drinks_Will_Not_Break_A_Fast\"><\/span><b>What Drinks Will Not Break A Fast?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking the drinks listed below without cream or sugar makes them suitable for a fast:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Water<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Black Coffee<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Lemon Water<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Diet Soda<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Any Zero-Calorie Drinks<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Green or Herbal Tea<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Unsweetened Tea<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">White Tea<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, there are more choices than these examples. Choose what you like, but ensure your drink doesn\u2019t break your fast.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Drinks\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-65742 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/3-7-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/3-7.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/3-7-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/3-7.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/3-7-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/3-7.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe: Health Coaching app is a foolproof way to go from zero to a weight loss hero in a safe and sustainable way! What are you waiting for? <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Drinks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Start transforming your body now!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Lemon_Water_Break_A_Fast\"><\/span><b>Does Lemon Water Break A Fast?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lemon water is an acceptable, low-calorie drink.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t add sugar; it will become lemonade with higher calories.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Am_I_Not_Losing_Weight_on_Intermittent_Fasting\"><\/span><b>Why Am I Not Losing Weight on Intermittent Fasting?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You are not losing weight while intermittent fasting because of the following possible reasons:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Eating more calories during your eating window<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Consuming too many calories when you are not fasting or during your eating window negates the calorie deficit you need to lose weight.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Poor food choices<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Ultra-processed, high-fat, and nutrient-poor foods may make you consume more calories without getting the proper nutrition you need. Therefore, eating healthier, nutrient-dense foods that make you feel full for longer on fewer calories is essential.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Not drinking enough water<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 You\u2019re less likely to overeat when you drink plenty of water, even during your eating window. It helps suppress hunger and makes you feel full. Not drinking enough water causes you to mistake thirst for hunger, leading to overeating.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stress <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 When stressed, the body releases cortisol, which triggers weight gain. The hormone promotes the storage of fats, contributes to insulin resistance, and increases hunger (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/379536675_The_Cortisol_Connection_Weight_Gain_and_Stress_Hormones\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_of_the_other_factors_that_could_be_contributing_to_you_not_losing_weight_include_the_following\"><\/span><strong>Some of the other factors that could be contributing to you not losing weight include the following:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not engaging in physical exercise to burn calories.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Underlying health or medical conditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not giving enough time to see the actual changes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing weight requires a holistic approach to diet, exercise, and other lifestyle factors that impact body weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, with intermittent fasting, you will notice changes in your weight when you do it correctly and create healthy lifestyle changes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-long-does-it-take-for-intermittent-fasting-to-work\/\">How Long Does It Take for Intermittent Fasting to Work?<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_better_to_fast_48_or_72_hours\"><\/span><strong>Is it better to fast 48 or 72 hours?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">72 hours of fasting is more challenging than shorter fasts but also riskier.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For instance, if you aim to burn fat, you might burn more by fasting for 72 hours than by doing 48 hours, but you have a greater risk of dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and effects on your metabolism.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Longer is not necessarily better when it comes to fasting, and you must listen to your body and consult a doctor before trying a long fast. Beginners should start with a short fast and see how it goes.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_gum_break_a_fast\"><\/span><strong>Does gum break a fast?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, some gums can break a fast. Some 3g sticks of chewing gum contain 11 calories (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutritionix.com\/food\/gum\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Those calories can add up during intermittent fasting, especially if you constantly replace your gum when the flavor wears off.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some sugar-free gums, however, have fewer or no calories and are a better alternative. Always read the nutrition label of the gum before buying.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_coke_zero_break_intermittent_fasting\"><\/span><strong>Does coke zero break intermittent fasting?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coke Zero contains no calories and doesn\u2019t break intermittent fasting. It is, therefore, one of the drinks you can enjoy while intermittent fasting for weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_brushing_teeth_break_fast\"><\/span><strong>Does brushing teeth break fast?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not at all. Brushing teeth doesn\u2019t break a fast because you don\u2019t consume anything.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you swallow some toothpaste, it usually contains artificial flavors and sweeteners that won\u2019t elicit an insulin response, and the amount you swallow is likely to be very small.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to note that brushing your teeth should be a regular practice regardless of whether you are fasting.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Drinks\" 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<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You now have the information you need regarding intermittent fasting drinks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are preparing for a fast or have already started, consider drinks that have no calories or a negligible amount that won\u2019t trigger an insulin response.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying hydrated with water should always be first. Unsweetened coffee or tea boosts energy, while low-calorie, sweeter beverages can satisfy cravings without adding excessive calories.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>NB: You should not overeat during the eating window to compensate for what you did not consume while fasting. That would negate the results you would have achieved. In addition, don\u2019t resort to high-calorie foods that would further negate the impact of your fasting.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>During intermittent fasting (IF), you can consume certain beverages that will not break the fast or interrupt the fasting window. Staying hydrated while fasting is crucial, so we compiled intermittent fasting drinks to add to your grocery list. 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