Last post we discussed whether fasting is healthy. While the debate still rages, for those who are convinced and curious to try it, heres my method for a safe, 3 day fast.
Based on my Natural Healing Bible (The Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition), two Naturopathic Docs have seen my method and agreed it was safe for most relatively healthy people. Of course, before starting any new health program, please consult your MD and/or your ND.
The Prescription for Nutritional Healing recommends we fast at least 3 days a month and follow a 10 day fast twice a year. There are different types of fasts and depending on the length of fast, it accomplishes different things:
3 days helps the body rid itself of toxins and cleanses the blood. 5 days begins the process of healing and rebuilding the immune system. 10 days will help prevent illness and disease by giving the body time to reverse the damage caused by long-term exposure to dangerous chemicals and toxins.
Precautions to take:
Following a live-juice diet (see below) will tamper the side-effects of detoxing as it removes toxins more slowly than an all-water fast and promotes healing by supplying the body with vitamins, minerals and enzymes. This type of fast is also useful as it is more likely you will become accustomed to the taste of raw vegetables and continue a healthy diet high in vegetables once the fast ends.
The following Fasting Procedure was designed for those of us with diets laden with stimulants and food addictions. It will prepare your body for the fast so it is less of a shock to your system. For those with fairly clean diets, skip to step #2.
Step #1: Preparing to fast (Week 1 & 2)
Slowly wean yourself off sugar, other stimulants (coffee, cigarettes and alcohol), meats, fish and dairy. I took a calendar and marked every second day or so the food/substance I was cutting out of my diet. By the end of the second week, your diet should be down to simply fruits, veggies, seeds and nuts. If youre craving some real meals, look online for vegan recipes or here for Live Lighters elimination diet recipes. (Update: If youre craving some sweets, check this list for raw food desserts!)
Read more from the original source:
A Safe , Enlightening 3 Day Fast - Live Lighter
