Avoid refined sugar, as it will cause hunger cravings

Fasting won’t be pleasant when first starting out, so you should do everything in your power not to make it worse.

Make sure you drink a lot of water

Thirst can often be misinterpreted as hunger, so try to drink water every time you feel hungry. It will also help you decrease hunger in general.

Drink coffee or tea

If you feel low on energy, try drinking some coffee or tea. Make sure you don’t add any sugar, as that will break your fast.

Take ¼ of a teaspoon of olive oil in the morning

If you’re taking vitamin D, A, E, or K first thing in the morning, make sure you consume them with a bit of olive oil, as those vitamins only dissolve in fats. This small amount of fat won’t break your fast, so don’t worry.

Try to eat clean

Intermittent fasting isn’t an excuse to start eating 50 pounds of junk food every day. It can trick the laws of thermodynamics, meaning you will get fat. Try to eat as clean as possible, not just stuff yourself with junk.

Eat food that will make you full

Foods like vegetables and protein-rich food will make you feel fuller for longer, which is key to a pleasant fasting experience.

Monitor your progress

If your goal is to lose weight, make sure you get a few pictures before starting this journey. Also, use an online calculator to get your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) to know how many calories you can eat to lose weight.