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Any last-minute questions? Share them below! Todayâs the day, friendsâitâs our monthly 24-hour fast! Trust me, itâs not as hard as it seems, and Iâm going to give you all the tips and tricks to navigate it successfully! Keep your mind focused on the healing benefits of an extended fastâmore fat burn, improved cognitive function, potential prevention against diabetes and obesity, and autophagy (a cellular process where cells break down and recycle their own damaged or unnecessary components to maintain energy and health). Check out the helpful tips below that will help you navigate todayâs fast âŹď¸ đ˝ Drink plenty of water and be prepared to drink more than you think you need. đŚ Electrolyte water (without added sugars) is always a wise choice because when we fast, our bodies quickly lose electrolytes/minerals. Electrolyte water will replenish those and help us push through with energy. The same part of our brain that signals when we are thirsty and when we are hungry, so if you feel hungry, drink more water. đ˝ As with our 16-hour fasts, be sure not to exceed 50 liquid calories; otherwise, you are at risk for breaking your fast. Itâs also important to ensure your creamer doesnât contain added sugar. You can also drink black coffee, unsweetened tea, hot tea, our Hydration, Creatine, Collagen, or BCAAs. âď¸ đ˝ Keep yourself busy today and remind yourself of why youâre doing this. Fasting is not happening TO us. It is happening FOR us. Itâs important to give your digestive system a complete break now, and then so it can recover. Extended fasts also allow our bodies to repair our cells. Remember, extended fasts should be used for healing, not as punishment. đŻ đ˝ Fast as long as you can, but always listen to your body. Anything over 12 hours is beneficial, and anything over 16 hours is awesome! Progress over perfection applies here, too. đ˝ Rest today or participate in a recovery day. It is important not to deplete your energy during your 24-hour fast.