First day of water fasting...

The best way to approach any challenges in life is to get prepared..
So preparation is important for water fasting...

I usually fast twice a year at both Solstices, or a few days earlier.
And as a woman, i always start on the first day of my period, TMI, it's just what feels natural to me following the Moon.
If you are a man, just do what's feel right for you...
This year, i started on the 11th of July for the summer solstice, and will be fasting for the whole of 10 days, until the 21st.

Obviously the preparation involves getting what you will need...

- Lemons, keep them in the fridge so they don't go bad...
- Limes
- Apple cider Vinegar
- Herbal teas
I chose Peppermint and licorice,chamomile, and Redbush tea

- Apples, if you intend to make infused water
- Honey for the last days, of the fast

And obviously water, the most important part ...

You will need between 4 and 5 liters a day. that sounds a lot but you can use filtered water.
I find that it works well for me.
Because bottle water has so much pollutants, like BPA and plastic residues, it gave me headaches and made me fee sick, so i stick to Brita filtered water from now on

It's not ideal, but it works for me, and it means i don't have to worry, as i can drink as much water as i need...
It's better to adopt this method than to restrict your water consumption.
On this Fast, you must make sure you drink as much as possible...

Choose to drink both cold and warm water during the day.

Add lemon slices to your warm drinks, with ginger or Turmeric.

Add lemon juice to your cold drink, adding ice is fine as well.
If you feel hungry add The Raw Cider Apple vinegar, it helps so much and taste really savory.

You will also need Coconut oil for Oil pulling.

I simply buy a new toothbrush and brush my teeth and tongue with coconut oil, 3 to 4 times a day.
Oil pulling really helps at minimizing bacteria and soothes the stomach while you are on your fast. it also reduces gum inflammation and whitens your teeth.
I can't recommend enough cutting out your usual toothpaste in favor of a more natural product...
Some people have reported that they felt sick and nauseous after brushing their teeth on a fast, i don't have that problem with Coconut Oil.
It feels and taste wonderful and leaves you mouth feeling refreshed, but you have to brush more often, than twice a day. try at least to brush 3 times.a day.
4 times is ideal, to keep germs and bacteria from your gut, at bay...

I always make sure i have plenty of clean towels and clean sheets. because i like the feeling of taking care of myself.
That's an individual preference.
But it can make a difference as fasting is a mental endurance as well as physical...

Having baths with Pink Himalayan Salt is fantastic, you can also use Radox bath salts, and take long showers with Original source shower gels.
They smell fantastic, and they're Vegan. the natural Mint and tea tree, and Lemon are my favorite..

Exfoliate your skin with shower scrubs, or dry brushing.
I swear by Original source Mint and tea tree oil scrub, you will feel revived and ready to start the day...
I feel that i need to exfoliate daily, as toxins can also come out of the skin, so yes, you will need to wash more often, but a little pampering is always welcome...

Sleep a lot, have a nap, and stay away from the TV...
Read books, and be lazy, as you body will need to relax and adjust to the lack of food.
Don't overdo it...
For me the first day is always the lazy day, when i allow myself to meditate, and contemplate...
You need to prepare mentally, so having a journal at hand is a good idea.
Be sensitive to your body's rhytmn, you are about to take it on a journey for healing...
So be gentle to yourself...