notes from a spontaneous fast

[Horuseus]

Most recently it was an average 16 hour fast (That also meant no water.

I've never heard of anyone fasting without water. What is the reason for that? I would strongly recommend against that. Fasting releases toxins and water is needed to wash them out. Fasting without water would mean that toxins are reabsorbed into the body, so the fast would be counterproductive.

Oh, it was a religious fast actually (No food/water/anything from sunrise to sunset), back from my days as an adherent of the faith, and I agree with you on the side effects of not drinking water whilst doing so.

Nevertheless, these days when I partake in such I make sure I am adequately hydrated throughout (though don't be telling my family that, I'm a closest Spiritualist Lol!)