5 liquids that technically won’t break a fast

liquid lunch Science says so. by Sophie Putka Updated: Feb. 20, 2024 Originally Published: April 30, 2021 Giphy

Getty / Richard Drury Technically, fasting is going without any food for a period of time.

Getty / NANOCLUSTERING/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY Meanwhile, intermittently fasting to put the body in ketosis — or relying on ketones instead of glucose for energy — is associated with some benefits .

Getty / Lisa Müller / EyeEm One way to fast safely is with the help of liquids low in calories and carbs that won’t break that metabolic switch. These include...

5. Broth Getty / Jennifer A Smith

Getty / Malte Mueller Broths (bone or vegetable) can help replenish nutrients and minerals during a fasting period.

4. Tea Getty / duncan1890

Getty / Malte Mueller In one study , drinking tea while fasting instead of with a meal improved markers for cardiovascular health.

3. Coffee Getty Images

Getty / Kwanchai Lerttanapunyaporn / EyeEm If a jump-start to your metabolism is what you’re after, coffee can add an extra boost (though some scientists debate this). It can, however, provide some small amounts of protein .

Getty / Yevgen Romanenko Caffeine can also increase fat oxidation , along with a host of other health benefits .

Apple cider vinegar Getty / jayk7

Getty / Jennifer Smith When taken in small doses, vinegar should not interrupt ketosis because it has less than 1 g of carbs per tablespoon.

Getty / Boy_Anupong Vinegar increases a feeling of fullness during a fast and may have other health benefits .

Water Sparkling water counts. Giphy

Giphy Water is the liquid that needs no introduction. It’s key to stay hydrated, even on a strict fast.

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5 liquids that technically won’t break a fast

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